Anticafé Montreal

Lane

5.0

A unique highlight of my trip to Montreal. Exactly what we needed to get work done while waiting on our train. Cozy & unique spot.

Nadia

2.0

I spent about 3.5 hours working here & paid around $20, which I found reasonable for the location. It's conveniently situated near Place des Arts, & the staff were friendly & welcoming. The Wi-Fi connection was reliable, & I appreciated the complimentary coffee & snacks.

That said, I didn't find it to be an ideal environment for focused work. The space is charming & has character, but it felt quite cramped. Many of the tables are small & shared by multiple people, which leaves little personal space. I was seated on what appeared to be repurposed movie theatre seats, which added to the quirky atmosphere but wasn't particularly comfortable for several hours of work.

The biggest challenge was the noise level. Because of the close quarters, conversations & even everyday sounds from nearby guests carried easily. At one point, someone sharing my table was chewing & slurping loudly, making it difficult to concentrate. I also found it difficult to locate accessible power outlets, likely due to the layout.

Overall, it's a cute & unique spot with good amenities & a great location, but for me it was too tight & noisy to be productive. I personally wouldn't return for a work session, though it could be a reasonable option if you're in the area & need a place to work for a short period.

Stevenson

5.0

I absolutely loved the vibe at Anticafé! it's so unique & different from your typical coffee shop. The space is super clean, bright, & incredibly spacious, making it a great spot to relax or get some work done. On top of that, the staff are so friendly & helpful. I highly recommend checking this place out, & I will definitely be back for sure!

Poiree

3.0

La décos y est ADORABLE & l'ambiance me rappelle vraiment les maisons de nos grand-mamans. Le concept des salles privées fait changement & permet une plus grande intimité lorsqu'on travaille ou discute. Par contre, bien que vous pouvez commander des boissons à volonté & vous servir des petits snacks autant que vous voulez, je trouve que 14,50$ pour deux heures c'est légèrement élevé. Ça ne rentabilise pas vraiment mon unique consommation... Overall, un bon spot pour faire changement des cafés classiques pour étudier, mais un peu cher.

Rezvan

5.0

This place is so unique. You can just focus on your work & not worry about how hungry you get because you can have as much snacks & drinks as you want & you only pay by the hour.
I definitely recommend this place if you want to just focus on your work & have anything you might want close by.
The cafe itself is very cozy & nicely decorated, helping me enjoy the little breaks as well with a nice view & air conditioning on hot days.
The staff are super friendly & helpful.
I highly recommend & will myself stop there more often to support such unique & valuable businesses.