Overall, Arthur's Nosh Bar is widely praised for its cottage cheese pancakes and latkes, with many noting the menu blends Jewish soul food with a modern twist. The McArthur sandwich and other brunch staples like shakshouka and the babka are repeatedly described as delicious and satisfying, though several reviews mention high prices relative to portions. Ambience is often highlighted for bright, airy spaces and inviting decor, and reservations are commonly recommended to avoid peak hour waits. Service varies by visit, ranging from warm, attentive teams to slower days during busy periods, with some comments about long waits or limited availability of items and a few unfriendly host experiences. Overall, Arthur's Nosh Bar is regarded as a standout brunch option in Montreal, offering comforting dishes with reliable quality and a lively atmosphere, tempered by occasional price concerns, wait times, and service hiccups.
I usually love Arthur's at Cathcart. The food & service are, most of the time, great, but the experience I had earlier today was the worst by far. Aloa, my waitress, provided a horrible service. I had to ask for water twice & she didn't even bother checking on my table. Two other waiters were the ones who brought my food. Not once did she ask if everything was ok. It was like we didn't exist. All the other tables she was serving had a bottle of water while I had to chase her down for a refill. She also messed up my order. Even though the food was amazing, I will not be coming back again if the service continues dragging the place down.
Yes, they are one of the best brunch spots in Montreal. They have a great menu, with dishes executed to a very high standard. The coffee could be better to match the quality of the food. I've tried almost everything on the menu & have no complaints. Service is generally good, especially at the Cathcart location, which accepts reservations & feels less chaotic than the St-Henri one. The space is also beautiful.
Mar 17, 2026
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
The cottage cheese pancakes might honestly be the best pancakes I've ever had in my life light, fluffy & absolutely unforgettable. We also tried the deluxe breakfast sandwich, the latkes & the babka & every single bite was outstanding.
The service was warm, quick & genuinely friendly. & the atmosphere at Le Cathcart especially with that beautiful natural winter light pouring in makes the whole experience even more special. It's the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit.
✨ Looking for the ultimate Montreal brunch vibe? Look no further than Arthur's Nosh Bar at Le Cathcart! 🥯✨
Whether you're craving their legendary McArthur sandwich or those world-famous cottage cheese pancakes, this spot is a masterclass in Jewish soul food with a modern twist. 🥞✡? Situated in the heart of PVM, it's the perfect place to fuel up during a downtown shopping spree or a weekend catch-up with the crew.
Cool Fact: Did you know Arthur's is a true family affair? Named after co-owner Reagan Steinberg's father, the restaurant is built on the philosophy of'Nosh' (snacking) & bringing people together through recipes that feel like home. 🏠❤?
Come for the food, stay for the aesthetic, & leave with a very happy stomach. See you at the bar! 🥂
#MontrealBrunch #MTLFoodie #LeCathcart #MontrealEats #BrunchMTL
📷 @StayserEats
First time visiting Arthur's & we were blown away. The cottage cheese pancakes are possibly the best pancakes I've ever had. We also tried the deluxe breakfast sandwich & the latkes, as well as the babka. Everything was excellent.
Service was quick & friendly & the vibe in Le Cathcart is quite nice, especially with the natural light in the winter.
The decor is nice because of the Cathcart natural light & all the surrounding plants
The coffee & food was good but unfortunately, the service was very slow. We were a table of 4 & almost none of us ate at the same time because the plates arrived at different time & we wanted to eat while it was warm
Feb 26, 2025
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
After hearing rave reviews about Arthur's Nosh Bar, especially their famed cottage cheese pancakes, we were excited to finally visit the location at Le Cathcart. We happened to be nearby, hungry, & eager to see if it lived up to the hype. Although we didn't have a reservation, we managed to snag a table despite the restaurant being quite full. I would recommend making a reservation, as it's clearly a popular spot, & for good reason. Upon seating us, the staff politely let us know that the kitchen was closing in ten minutes. However, they assured us that as long as we placed our order quickly, we could take our time to enjoy the meal. This kind of thoughtful service left a great first impression. We ordered mimosas to start while we waited for our food. We opted for a selection of their most popular dishes: latkes, fries with malt vinegar, scrambled eggs, &, of course, the famous cottage cheese pancakes. Everything arrived promptly, & the quality of the food was outstanding. Each dish was flavorful & carefully prepared. The latkes were crispy & perfectly seasoned, the scrambled eggs were soft & creamy, & the fries with malt vinegar were a delightfully nostalgic touch. The pancakes truly stole the show-light, fluffy, & packed with flavor, they more than lived up to their reputation. The portions aren't overly large, but that's part of the charm-it encourages ordering a variety of dishes to share, which worked out perfectly for us. If you're visiting with another person, I'd highly recommend going this route to sample more of their delicious offerings.
Ayant adoré mon expérience à la succursale dans St-Henri, je me devais d'essayer celle du Cathcart & c'était que du positif ! La possibilité de réserver est très appréciée, l'endroit est très lumineux, décoré de bon goût & les plats étaient excellents ! Le service reçu était également super :-) Je recommande de le Latke Smorgasbord & le sandwich Mc Arthur !
Best brunch place downtown, & for many reasons! Located in the heart of downtown with a beautiful spot in PVM, it is way bigger than their other location, & always the option of sitting in the cathcart. Amazing food, the pancakes, salmon & breakfast sandwich are definitely the best plate on the menue. I also recommend trying their coffee menue, their vanilla latte are delicious !finally, the staff is very helpful & can easily make you navigate through their high quality menue.
I think the pancakes are just as amazing as the og location, & this spot is very convenient since they can have more guests & it's not insanely crowded. Though the atmosphere of the og can't be beat in homeliness, cathcart is a nice space & great service 🙂↕️ My absolute favorite pancakes in the city, i get syrup on the side however since it can be a little artificial tasting imo & I like to control the proportions. I recommend the latke always as well
Jun 7, 2024
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
Get. The. Pancakes. They're so good. The texture is very unique, but they're awesome. The McArthur schnitzel sandwich & shmorgishborg were also amazing. The pancakes are filling, & sharing between 2-4 people is a nice'dessert'. The service was actually top-notch. It's in Cathcart (like an upscale food court), but it has its own section. It's kind of loud, but not too bad. For 1 main & 1/4 pancakes it was $27 before tip. You can make reservations at this Arthur's which you can't at the other.
I come to Arthur's at cathcart every Friday after school. I went with my friend today & we ordered the same thing we get every time - salami sandwich, tuna melt, & syrniki. The salami sandwich & tuna melt were both awful. Salami sandwich had too much mustard, & barely any coleslaw. Tuna melt was still cold, bread was no good, & the tuna was dry- it was not mixed with the sauce!!!! The syrniki were still delicious, but there was barely any maple syrup as if Arthur's started cutting costs.... If this had been my first time at this location, I would have never returned. Disappointing to say the least.
Our first time at the Cathcart location, it's right below my office so the convenience is nice! We typically visit the original location but didnt feel like waiting 1.5hrs in the cold which is why we appreciated the ability to be able to make a reso at this location! Our female asian server was good, she didnt have time to return to take our drink orders which was unfortunate b/c we had intended to order cocktails (missed opportunity to upsell). Eventually, we were able to order 1 hot coffee, I would skip this drink if possible. Food was consistent & the eager service from 2 support staff to provide us a take out box was noticed! The male server who came to process our payment was the real unsung hero, he took the time to chat with us & let us know that the Cathcart location will be open on Saturdays & they intend to launch a new brunch menu items specific to their location, which was welcome news to us since we live in Griffintown & within walking distance! He was wonderful & made us feel valued & welcome. Were excited to return on a future Saturday to try the new brunch items, thanks!
The service was extremely bad & ridiculously slow. Took almost 20 minutes to get coffee. The food was good but the latkes weren't hot & didn't taste fresh. Maybe it was a fluke because it was right before Christmas. I do hope Arthur's Cathcart starts to open on the weekends going forward. It's always busy so why not?!
Dec 24, 2023
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
We loved Arthur's at Le Cathcart! The food was excellent, the boozy brew was a delightful morning beverage, & the service was awesome. Would definitely recommend. We had the challah with butter & honey, which was drool-inducing, the shakshuka - perfectly balanced flavor, & the latke special - delightful, filling, & perfectly salty with the caviar. We'd be back if we were local!
