Antipode is described as a highly popular, visually striking brunch spot in Montreal with generous portions, creative flavor combinations, and standout drinks like a pistachio latte that many call a must try. The place is frequently crowded, especially on weekends, which leads to long lines and waiting times, though service is often praised as attentive when seated. The menu covers a wide range from shakshouka and multiple takes on eggs benedict to croquettes d'aubergine, croque madame, chicken and waffles, and indulgent desserts like pain perdu and yuzu French toast, with plates praised for presentation and many noting bold, sometimes salty or sweet flavors and some items considered overpriced for the portion. Beverages are repeatedly highlighted as a highlight, with pistachio and tiramisu lattes noted for aesthetics and flavor, and the restaurant is appreciated by halal diners. The ambiance is described as cozy, rustic chic and very instagrammable, but the space can feel cramped and noisy during peak hours; lines can form even on quieter days, though many say the wait is worth it. Overall, reviews position Antipode as a top or must visit brunch destination in Montreal, valued for its creative culinary approach and striking drinks, while acknowledging occasional inconsistencies in service or value and the high price point.
Première fois chez Antipode & ravis! Pendant que nous patientons dehors, on nous a proposé des mini pains au chocolat pour l'attente. Personnel très sympa, en particulier notre serveuse très gentille & souriante & qui a pris le temps de nous expliquer les plats. Le latte pistache est vraiment délicieux ainsi que les plats très savoureux, les portions généreuses & les goûts qui sortent de l'ordinaire. (J'ai pris les oeufs bénédictines truffes champignons & mon mari & mon amie gaufre poulet ils ont beaucoup aimé!). Le gérant du restaurant est très sympathique aussi. À refaire pour tester les croque monsieur.
Un de mes top 3 resto brunch incontournable. Je recommande les oeufs Bénédicte au saumon & le pain perdu qui sont succuuuuulents. Merci à Juliette, la serveuse, de son acceuil & ses recommandations. Il y a du monde, mais ça vaut le coup d'y aller. Que du bonheur !
Jul 26, 2024
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Deux mots: DÉBILEMENT BON !! 🤩 Juste incroyable le goût, les saveurs. Le cuisinier qui prépare les plats à clairement l'oeil pour l'esthétique des assiettes. Franchement c'est un restaurant que je recommande fortement. Merci Antipode ! ☀️🌸🌿 Café: Latté à la pistache Repas: Pain perdu
They do not take reservations, so a lengthy wait in line is to be expected on a weekend, but it's not too bad. Once our party of two was seated, the waiter took forever to come & take our order. We took the infamous "Cochon" lattes (pistachio & speculos) which were insanely expensive & overpriced (the most expensive latte I've ever had). They were not even worth it. The coffee wasn't even pistachio/biscoff flavored, only the rim of the glass!!! Terribly disappointing for 8,50$ ! Then we chose the pain perdu & the chicken & waffles for our main. The pain perdu was quite good, very much autumn flavors, & the chicken & waffles were decent. We waited a good 45 minutes for our coffees & main to come! Our waiter would tend to other tables a lot quicker than ours. Once we finally received the bill, they charged me 1$ extra for the pain perdu, which was 23$ on the menu. I was so disappointed that I did not want to leave any tip. Will not be returning!
I think people have brainwashed themselves into thinking this is a good brunch spot.. Week after week I see lineups at this place of these influencers all dressed up waiting to get in. Luckily, I was able to get a table right away & it proceeded to take 2 hours from start to finish to get our drinks & food. Is it because the place is so sought after or is it because the service is so slow? The pistachio latte is beautiful so if you want to take a pretty picture for Instagram, it's great.. but take away the crusted glass rim & it's a pretty mediocre coffee. The eggs Benedict was nothing to write home about & at 24$ with no side you can get better elsewhere. We also tried their pain perdu which was really good at first but it gets really sweet, real fast. Beautiful decor & ambience but at over 100$ for 2 ppl for brunch, it's a little too pretentious for my palette.
Étant donné leur réussite, il y a de la file le weekend, ils ont gentiment donné des pains au chocolat pendant l'attente. Le service & la nourriture sont excellents, très bon rapport qualité-prix.
Pas satisfaite de ma sélection : le latte pistache & le croque à la truffe. Le latte pistache est juste beau, le latte est basique & le verre est décoré de crème pistache & de pistache émiettées, c'est donc assez exagéré de proposer ce verre de latte décoré pour 8.50$. Si vous voulez un latte à la saveur de pistache, essayez celui de San Gennaro dans la petite Italie). Le croque est complètement imbibé de sauce & du coup, est très spongieux, on se ressent pas le croustillant d'un croque. Toutes les saveurs se mélangent dans ce pain mouillé, c'est dommage. . Service impeccable, le personnel est rapide & sympathique, on est bien installés.
Jun 23, 2024
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Very impressed. We were waiting for about an hour to get a table & they made pain au chocolat for the ppl in the line. As for the rest, the food was phenomenal, highly recommended!
Best brunch in Montreal! The restaurant is very pretty & aesthetic. There plating presentation is incredible! We tried there famous lattes, our favorite was the chai latte. Everything was delicious & the flavour combinations were incredible! I recommend the yuzu pain perdu. We got a good service & the food arrived fast. You have to arrive early!!! The brunch starts at 10h, when the restaurant opens they filled it up completely. We arrived 30 min early & waited in line. They are very kind with their customer & served us some water. Overall, this hiden gem is definitely worth it. I definitely recommend trying it out!!
The food was pretty good! I got the pain perdu & my friend ordered the croque monsieur. I love how there was burnt/melted cheese at the bottom! It gave the dish a nice crunch. My pain perdu had some yuzu on the sides (the dots) & it was really filling! We didn't end up finishing everything but it was delicious. I took a star off bc I got a rose latte & it was so chunky I had 2 sips & abandoned it! My friend got the pistachio latte & thoroughly enjoyed her drink. Cute decor, I can see why it's a popular spot in Montreal
Apr 17, 2024
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Nous avons brunché un dimanche & malgré la longue attente dehors (1h30 de queue), notre expérience a été super. Des petits pains au chocolats nous ont été amené dehors pour nous faire patienter. Le choix de plats est suffisant & sympa, les plats sont très bons & copieux. Les cocktails sont un peu chers mais très bon. Dans l'ensemble nous avons été plus que satisfait de notre brunch. Nous le recommandons !
I wish they had a waiting list. We waited for close to 1h outside. They did offer chocolatine & mimosas to many of us waiting in the line. The food was delicious & made with care. The presentation was beautiful & made with precision. We ordered the yuzu pain perdu & the salmon benedict
Un des meilleurs brunchs en ville! J'ai testé le pain perdu salé: divin,! Brioche bien imbibée & bien dorée, beaucoup de bacon caramélisé à souhait, l'oeuf poché, la mayo épicée 🔥🔥, le guacamole, la crème fouettée!!!! Tout était très équilibré & savoureux. Le seul point négatif: trop de brins de coriandre lol Je n'ai pas pu testé les cafés à cause d'une panne d'électricité Mais bravo à l'équipe pour ces plats travaillés & savoureux, malgré la coupure!
Bon service, les serveurs sont accueillants & répondent aux questions avec attention. Le menu est varié avec plusieurs options végétariennes & de belles boissons. Le pain perdu au Yuzu est excellent, un des meilleurs à Montréal. Prix standard à Montréal, bonne atmosphère & de très belles présentations pour les assiettes.
Jan 2, 2024
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Une merveilleuse adresse de brunch à Montréal & qui change des habituels plats qu'on mange souvent lors de brunch.Le croque-monsieur à la truffe était excellent & j'ai particulièrement apprécié le pain de mes toasts qui était fait style croissant & très bien réalisé. Le dessert : le pain perdu, était divin.
Quartier loin de l'ultra centre ce qui très apprécié, plus calme, plus chaleureux. La note à la fin peut paraître un peu élevée mais ça vaut largement son prix!
