Antipode functions as a multifaceted culinary destination blending café culture with the artisanal precision of small plates. The kitchen emphasizes high-quality ingredients sourced for their flavor profile and structural integrity in both hot and cold preparations. A distinct focus on craft beverage production balances the food menu, which centers on Mediterranean-influenced shared plates and complex caffeinated brews. The environment utilizes a deliberate architectural layout to prioritize functional flow while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic throughout the space. Guests encounter a focused menu where simple, raw components undergo transformation into refined portions designed for individual or group consumption. The establishment maintains a consistent operational standard that prioritizes texture and seasoning across every item offered on the permanent menu.
Antipode is widely celebrated as a premier brunch destination in Montreal, distinguished by its exceptionally aesthetic and flavorful menu. Visitors frequently praise the creative and generous portions, with the pistachio latte, eggs Benedict, and Yuzu French toast standing out as popular favorites. The restaurant offers a bright, cozy, and vibrant atmosphere that makes for a memorable dining experience. While the popularity of the spot often results in queues and occasional waits for tables, the majority of guests find the attentive service, unique culinary presentation, and high-quality ingredients well worth the visit, making it a highly recommended stop for those seeking an elevated brunch.
Worth the Wait & Exceeded Expectations! After three unsuccessful attempts due to the long lines, I finally got the chance to try this spot on a mid-day Friday-no line, & it was absolutely worth the wait! I had high expectations from everything I had seen online, & somehow, they still managed to surpass them. The fun coffee creations were delicious, & the food was incredibly unique, with bold & unmatched flavors that made every bite memorable. I only wish I lived closer so I could come back more often! If you're in Montreal, this place is a must-visit.
Les plats sont généreux & réconfortant en hiver. Un endroit très agréable avec de grandes baies vitrées. Il faut seulement être prêt à faire la queue, mais le lieu en vaut la peine !
This place is amazing ! I recommend going between 9am & 10am since it's rather empty & you'll be able to enjoy your meal without a huge crowd. It gets super busy enough to have people waiting outside after 10 & honestly it's not the best, feeling rushed to eat & it being super loud. The food is really good! They have amazing specialty coffees & their shakshouka is to die for !
went on a tuesday midday in january, was seated immediately, went alone bcs i'm not waiting for my friends to free themselves up for me & sure it was not busy & the volume was nice, had a little read & it didn't bother me, given i was wearing noise-cancelling headphones. very pretty café! nice waiting staff, on their shit, no note for them. i noticed on the menu was a distinct lack of descriptions for the meals - who cares for the drinks but the meals? it's... rare, let's say. am i supposed to know the menu already? right. so i went with the dutch baby pancake which i know as pannenkoeken. (i was expecting poffertjes from the name bcs i'm not familiar with the english version of dutch dishes). i couldn't finish it, too full of crumble, apple mash & apple slices & the added caramel was unnecessary - just too sweet overall - & i wished i know there was caramel bcs i really hate caramel. & it's like... here i was expecting the classic pannenkoeken, but it resembled more of an apple crisp that was never heated - which leads me to add that i think it took too much time for the dutch baby pancake to come out. i'm not sure if it was intended to be cold or hot but i'd reckon that it was supposed to be hot bcs there was a ice cream scoop on top & it definitely did not melt & the pancake was definitely cold... i mean, isn't it the gimmick targeted in adding ice cream on top? the clash between hot & cold? i also noticed was that the chai latte i had was not a f**king chai latte, thank you. literally 80% of it is foam, no milk in the actual chai, tasted like hot water with a mini spike of cinnamon bcs there was some of the ring of the cup. there was also lavender added in - another thing a description on the menu should have mentioned. didn't even drink 20% of that, left it alone, for god's sake. in the end, very lackluster, down right disappointing. for the price & alledged popularity, i'd look elsewhere or make it myself at home (def doable) bcs who the f**k cares if it's pretty & instagrammable if the food isn't doing it? right. maybe the other things on the menu are good but... i sure won't be finding out.
4.5/5 ⭐️ We visited on a Sunday for brunch so it was very busy. We waited outside for about 30 minutes then once we were seated it took about 45-60 mins to get our food. I can't blame the service since I could tell they were trying their best with how busy it was! We got our drinks, a pistachio latte & nutella smarties drink, soon after ordering & they were phenomenal. It might be the best drink I've had & it was very aesthetic! We had the chakchouka classique & champignon & truffle eggs benedict - the only critique I have is that the sauce used for the eggs benedict has anchovies so my partner could not try the otherwise vegetarian dish. The chakchouka was vegetarian & I like how they included a side of hummus & olives as well. As a dessert we had the pain du perdu which was incredible. I'm not a fan of French toast but wow! The outside was crunchy & reminiscent of cinnamon sugar churros & the inside was soft. It seems the bread is made in house. It came with a variety of toppings as well & was very beautifully plated. I would recommend this to anyone wanting something sweet during brunch hours. So, although we had to wait a long time, the service was very friendly & the food was absolutely worth it. It makes sense that it was so busy! If possible I would try to come back on a weekday & also try the teatime menu.
The best place for a Coffee, Drink & Snack in town! Especially if you're looking for the'instgramable' effect in everything - from the vibe, to the drinks & food. It was visible that everyone behind the counter was putting in the effort to design every plate with attention to detail. The mini french toast was a great finisher & the Croque Madame was a clear winner! There was simply so much going on with a simple coffee, all we could say was Wow. Best of all, everything for fairly priced.
The restaurant staff & waiters are friendly & kind. My only comment would be on the meat shakshouka it was a bit burnt from the sides which took away from the flavour. It isn't the usual shakshouka I'm used to but nevertheless it was good & different.
J'y suis allée avec une amie lors d'une journée assez froide. Lors de notre arrivée, le serveur nous demande si c'est pour 1 personne, alors que clairement mon amie m'accompagne. Ensuite, il nous ferme la porte & nous dit que ça ne sera pas long. Lorsqu'il revient, il nous pointe la table à laquelle nous asseoir. Il ne prends pas la peine de nous escorter. Par la suite je prends mon verre d'eau (déjà rempli?) & j'ai l'impression d'y voir des insectes donc je demande au serveur un nouveau verre, il devient soudainement irrité & me dit que ce ne sont pas des bestioles. De plus, notre table ballotait grandement & je voulais lui demander si c'était possible de la mettre à niveau mais je n'ai pas eu le temps puisqu'il n'écoutait pas. Quand il a pris nos commandes, il semblait avoir survécu à une guerre civile… ce fut un des services les plus déplorables & désagréables pour moi à ce jour. Il n'est jamais venu nous voir pour nous offrir de l'eau de plus ou si tous les plats étaient à notre goût. Autrement, les repas étaient très bons & innovants. J'ai pris le Pain Perdu salé au bacon avec le Latte Tiramisu & mon amie a mangé le Croque Madame & un Latte Bueno. C'était délicieux mais nous n'y retournerons malheureusement pas car le service était vraiment décevant. Dommage, car j'ai pu découvrir un bon nouvel endroit. C'est juste vraiment triste de nous avoir reçues de la sorte.
Tasty brunch spot in the plateau! Not the restaurant's fault, but if you arrive around 10am on weekends the wait will likely be 45 mins - 1 hour. The food & drinks are great though so if you are a brunch person then worth the wait!
