Antipode is widely praised as a standout brunch spot with visually stunning plates and a creative, sometimes daring menu. The drinks, especially pistachio and tiramisu lattes, are frequently highlighted as showpieces that taste as good as they look, while mains range from the croque tartiflette and brisket eggs Benedict to shakshouka and pain perdu yuzu, with generous portions that help offset a higher price tag. The atmosphere is described as chic, cozy, and Instagrammable, though the space can get crowded and weekend lines are common, with no reservations and wait times that can be long at peak hours. Service is often attentive and friendly, but experiences vary, with some reports of slow pacing, less consistent smiles, or moments when the pace feels rushed during busy times. Overall, Antipode tends to be valued for quality, originality, and presentation, making it a go-to for a memorable brunch despite the price and occasional accessibility issues.
Jai pris un croque tartiflette & serieux pour 27$ on attendrait d'avoir une accompagnement inclus comme de la salade ou des crudités, & le jus d'orange minute maid serieux pour une place avec cette réputation pas tip top comme qualité. La réputation est overrated honestly & overpricing.
A stellar brunch spot for the most gorgeous plates & drinks! This location doesn't take reservations & gets super busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait at peak hours. Luckily for us, it was only about a ten minute wait on a Saturday around 11:30. The staff are alert & frequently, so don't be afraid to ask about the menu. The interior is chic with lots of interesting decorations to observe.
Of course, you have to try their stunning beverages. We got the London Fog & the Latte Rosé. The drinks were really smooth & soothing for a cold morning.
The menu has good variety, & we chose the croque tartiflette, the brisket & champignons eggs Benedict, & the pain perdu yuzu. The entrees are pretty expensive, but the portions are extremely large, which slightly makes up for the price. The croque tartiflette had two huge slices of crusty sourdough bread filled with caramelized onion chutney, bechamel sauce, & cheddar cheese. It was also topped with more melty cheese & bacon, a the whole croque was placed over a huge fried cheese skirt. The eggs Benedict had crunchy English muffins topped with a healthy amount of delicious brisket, poached eggs, & really fresh mushrooms that had a potent aroma. Finally, the pain perdu yuzu looked phenomenal. There were two huge slabs of fried, crunchy bread served alongside a poached pear, yuzu gel, & vanilla ice cream with crumble.
Antipode will deliver a hearty, delicious brunch that will put you right to sleep!
Apr 8, 2026
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Lovely spot for brunch, just impossible to find parking. Food was good portion, some fancier brunch places, i found myself hungry afterwards but not on this one. Both me & my wife were full to the brim.
As someone born & raised in this city, I've seen it all in Montréal. However, Antipode Laurier definitely brings something unique to this city's brunch scene. If you're looking for a'one-time' bucket list brunch that will make your followers jealous, this is it!
The Atmosphere & Service:
We arrived at 11:00 AM on a Saturday & were pleasantly surprised to be seated immediately (party of 3 people). The décor feels incredibly authentic & curated, creating a vibe that is upscale yet cozy. The service was 10/10; attentive, professional, & fast!
The Food:
The dishes here aren't just food; they are art.
• The Lattes: The blue & pink lattes are showstoppers. Not just pretty, the floral & earthy notes were perfectly balanced.
• The Mains: You can taste the complexity in every bite. Whether it's the smoked salmon on brioche or the savory waffles, the flavor profiles are layered & sophisticated. They aren't playing it safe here, & I appreciate that.
The'But' (The Price Tag 💸):
Here is the honest truth: the pricing is significantly higher than other top-tier brunch spots in the city offering similar quality. While the food is great, the'Brunch Tax' here is real.
The Verdict:
• Would I go back? Probably not, given the price point.
• Do I recommend it? YES-100% at least once. You have to experience the presentation & the vibe at least once. It's a 5-star experience with a 3-star price tag!
Mar 27, 2026
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The atmosphere is quite cozy with the greenery & the wooden interior design. It really soothes you seeing all that which makes the dining experience much better. The service was friendly but throughout the meal, I don't remember seeing any of the waiters or waitresses smile. They were quite polite though. The food itself was so pretty. It felt a bit wrong biting into the food or drinking the lattes but it tasted quite nice! I really enjoyed the flavour profiles, they really complemented each other. The portions were quite big as well. The price looks intimidating, around 25$ for a plate, but the portions were almost enough for 2, especially if you are having a latte on the side.
El café late estaba Rico pero a mi gusto muuuy azucarado!
Me gusto mas el cortado !
El resto 10/10
Chakchouka Merguez 10/10 viene con 3 huevos, salsa, y merguez.
Chakchouka Vegan 10/10 salsa , tofu , queso vegan
Acompanando de humus con una tortilla pita !
:)
Personal muuuy amables
NO HAY RESERVACIONES
Asi que si tienes suerte en un domingo entreras rapido
Nosotros era domingo a las 13h00 y tardamos 15 min en entrar ( fue rapido )
I was very surprised by this place. We had to wait a bit to get in but the food was AMAZING. I don't remember the last time I've seen such care taken in the preparation of the dishes. Beautiful work. I'll definitely be back.
Nous sommes allés manger aujourd'hui entre amis avec un bébé, lors de notre arrivée nous avons besoin de faire ouvrir la deuxième porte battante de l'entrée afin de pouvoir entrer la poussette & nous remarquons déjà l'animosité de la serveuse qui lève les yeux au ciel…
Nous allons ensuite nous installer, mais sentant bien que cette poussette n'était pas à son goût puisqu'elle nous a dit directement de façon très sèche qu'on devait s' arranger pour que le personnel puisse passer à côté de la table. Ce que nous avons fait directement, il n'y avait qu'à décaler un peu la table vers le fond de resto, cela nous a pris 30 secondes…
À la fin du repas, arrive le moment de changer le bébé, nous allons voir dans les toilettes : pas de table à langer (sans surprise au vu de l'accueil qui nous avait été réservé avec notre bébé). Nous décidons de prendre 2 chaises, un lange propre + une couverture (en cas d'accident) & changeons le bébé de cette façon. La personne qui nous semble être la gérante arrive, se permet de nous parler très fort devant tous les clients en nous humiliant comme si nous étions des incivilisés à changer notre bébé du milieu du resto, comme si cela nous arrangeait d'avoir à faire de la sorte & de ne pas avoir une petite table dans les toilettes comme le font beaucoup de resto je cite « vous aviez cas nous demander une table à langer, nous en avions une, les clients s'assoient sur les chaises juste après » de façon dédaignante & devant l'ensemble de la clientèle.
Elle demande quand même à sa collègue si nous avons réglé la note (ce qui avait déjà été fait) puisqu'elle comprend bien que si ça n'avait pas été le cas nous n'aurions jamais laissé les 20% de pourboire laissés 2 min avant.
À la sortie, nous discutons avec la serveuse, en nous excusant, en expliquant que nous n'avions pas vu de table à langer, que si ça avait été le cas nous aurions préféré changer notre bébé dans de bonnes conditions… elle est restée sur les positions de sa collègue & a dit que c'était normal qu'on s'excuse.
Nous avons déjà été dans ce resto à plusieurs reprises, n'avons pas subi les problèmes de personnels, après avoir consultés les avis Google nous comprenons qu'en fait nous ne sommes pas un cas isolé.
Nous ne retournerons jamais dans ce restaurant où nous avons été traité comme de la merde.
Nous avons tout de même laissé 180$ à 4, ce qui ne les valait pas du tout, encore moins pour se faire traiter ainsi…
It was super, I loved it, the place is located in an ancient building but is charming, the attention was good & the food was really good, well presented & the most important delicious.
