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.
Absolutely amazing food & welcoming staff! Kareem was a great server, helped me with my French, & went out of his way to return our bag when he realized we forgot it at the table
The food & service are all good. Especially the smoke salmon & pistachio latte, so delicious! I will come back for them if I visit Montreal again. A highlight of this weekend trip for me 😁
Un vrai coup de coeur ! Je suis tombée sous le charme de ce restaurant dès les premières minutes. L'ambiance est super cosy, lumineuse, & parfaite pour un brunch entre amis ou un moment solo avec un bon livre.
Le gros highlight pour moi ? Le latte à la pistache. Juste incroyable. J'en rêve encore….
J'ai aussi goûté à leur brunch & tout était bien présenté & délicieux. Les portions sont généreuses, & on sent que les produits sont de qualité. Le service était sympa, souriant, pas trop pressé malgré le monde.
C'est pas l'endroit le plus cheap, mais pour la qualité, ça vaut clairement le détour. Je reviendrai, rien que pour le latte 🥹💚
During my short trip to Montreal, I chose this place for brunch & it didn't disappoint. There was a bit of a line, but it moved quickly & was absolutely worth it. The food was excellent, every bite hit the mark. Our server was friendly & made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this place.
Mid brunch at a nice location. I had the croque madame (popular) & surprisingly it was filling.
For the lattes we went tiramisu (the best imo) & pistachios (would not buy again). Please note that if you buy the cold version of the drink you don't get the gorgeous design on your drink. The waitress had not informed us of that & when we realized after seeing what the other table had gotten, it was already too late as she found out the drinks were sitting at the counter for a bit.
Getting the food took way too long. We're talking 20 minutes. The drinks also came late. Our table was extremely wobbly to the extent that I was afraid it would knock down our glass water bottle.
Une superbe découverte ! Tout était parfait : le service, la présentation des plats, & surtout le goût. Une expérience sans fausse note. Je recommande vivement 😉
My wife & I came here for the first time. It wasn't busy probably because it was a weekday. The service was good, we even requested to switch table & it was not an issue. Now for the food, we both ordered similar plates but mine was the Benny brisket & hers was the salmon. My plate was too salty , probably because of the extra paprika, I wouldn't say I enjoyed it as for my hers, it wasn't as tasty & she would had expected. Perhaps something else on the menu would had been different. We will give it a try again ? Perhaps.
The chai latte was good, but too sweet tho. The eggs Benedict sauce was different, & the amount of steak was decent. The chicken was crispy for the chicken & waffle with good flavours. The service was fast, & the staff were kind. Line up can get long quick depending what days you go for brunch.
Jul 28, 2025
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Definitely the place to be!
If you are looking for a great brunch place with high quality taste & creative culinary, this is the place to be.
Ive been here several times & so far no other place beats it!!
Their specialties are the Benedicts & the lattés (but also everything else is super good & special)
I recommend taking any of the egg benedict choices & the bueno latte (hot) & the tiramisu latte (frappe)
So far we ve tried the Benedicts, the shakshouka, the croque mr & croque mme & different lattes. Everything is super good. There is definitely no disappointment in this place.
The service is remarkable!! The staff is always smiling, happy & super nice!!
Even when the place is overly crowded they will make sure to accommodate all your needs & make sure you're hapoy & satisfied! They would never accept you leaving unhappy for anythg!
Great place for brunch! The food looks amazing & tastes even better. We had the salmon Benedict, shakshuka, croque madame, & the special pain perdu. The drinks, especially the tiramisu & Bueno lattes, were delicious. Service was great - a small delay in drinks, but the manager offered us a complimentary cocktail. Highly recommend!
A lot of fuzz for what it is. Small portions with an expensive price tag. The plates are beautiful but the taste wasn't there. I would say it's ok nothing extraordinary.
Incroyable brunch avec des recettes classiques revisitées (ex: oeufs Bénédictes jambon/asperge, saumon ou croque madame) & coup de coeur pour les OEufs Beurre Noisette Saumon & les croquettes d'Aubergine 🥰 Je recommande ++ !
It's been a while since I've been to an actual delicious brunch that serves dishes with more complexity & layers. Nothing is boring on their menu & it makes me wanna come back again & try other things. This place has lineups so come early & if possible, on a weekday. They are opening a second bigger location soon.
Great place with delicious, picturesque food. Great portions. Felt like just the right amount of food. Our waitress was very helpful & was a gem . My only critic was the lack of washrooms. For a place this popular, only one toilet just does not make sense.
