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 made a reservation for Sunday breakfast but was surprised to find plenty of open seating when we arrived. That said, everything else was great. The cottage cheese pancakes were delicious, & the latke special tasted good with a nice side salad. Kind of a longer wait time for the food arrive though. Service was very friendly & attentive without being overbearing. A solid spot with good vibes.
I reserved a table for my girlfriend & me, & we were served very quickly. The service was excellent, especially from Alexis, who took great care of us with superb attention. The food was delicious we had pancakes, French toast, a filter coffee, & a mocha which fully justifies the 5 stars for both cuisine & service.
However, I gave 2 stars for the ambiance. The floor manager, Frédérick, kept ringing a small bell multiple times with every order while shouting'Service!' loudly. It created a tense atmosphere, & we could clearly see the waitstaff becoming stressed by it. The energy around the kitchen felt heavy, as his stress & frustration seemed to affect the whole team. I believe the manager should consider a calmer, more respectful way to signal that an order is ready. It would greatly improve the overall dining experience & support the staff's well-being
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Best pancakes of my life, simply amazing. I gave 4 because they placed me at a bar table while half of the tables were empty, I don't like that. Ah, & it's expensive, like 30$ for two pancakes with tip&tax, but it's ok you can see their menu online before going.
Le service était vraiment bien . Un jeune serveur français dont je n'ai pas pris le nom malheureusement mais très attentionné. Les pancakes 🥞 un pur bonheur ! Le bagel au saumon était bon . J'y retournerai surtout pour les pancakes??
Nous avons adoré l'assiette au gravlax, vraiment plaisant en famille, ils sont équipé pour les bébés ce que j'ai apprécié, bonne ambiance & excellent service de Gabriel qui était très sympathique! Stationnement juste en face . Pancake 10/10
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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.
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.
We ordered a Latke smograsbord, I like the scrambled egg of it, which is creamy, but the bread was too hard. The other one we order was pancake with buleberry, the pancake was normal & the sauce was too sweet for me. envirnment was good, you can choose a place under the transparent roof & enjoy the sunlight.
Nothing more to say than they have the best pancakes I've ever tried! The Syrniki (cottage cheese) pancakes are amazing, & the syrup makes them even better. Personally, I think the service was quite average & a bit slow, but the food is well worth it.
Best pancakes in Montreal. Just as good as the original location with shorter wait times & located centrally downtown. Still encompasses similar atmosphere & vibes of the original location but in a much more modern way. Order the Syrniki original & strawberries, & I prefer the original. I think the strawberry is a bit over powering. Pancakes with the syrup are the perfect balance of salty & sweet. Service was very average & not great. However, the food is well worth it.
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
The food is good here. The menu changes a little bit from time to time & unfortunately it's not flexible at all. We wanted the eggs & salami to be as a sandwich, but they refused to fix it the way we wanted. The pancakes weren't as crispy as they should be. The coffee is tasteless, but it's the only coffee they have.
I have been to both locations & though I do think the original location has better quality food, the location & PVM is convenient for those who work downtown. I do caution however it is very hard to find if you've never been to the new food court at PVM. I like that this location allows you to make reservations, however if you do not show up there potentially could be a fee charged to you since you need a credit card to hold your reservation. Despite the location, this restaurant was very baby & kid friendly & the hostess sat is in an area where we were able to easily store our double stroller, which was much appreciated. The service was also a big slow but we came during lunch rush so it was understandable. The latke smorgasbord is a must for your first visit as well as the cottage cheese pancakes. My sons who are 2 & 4 are everything!
Pancakes. Wow. We were vsiting from Ottawa, & this place was recommended by friends. Apparently, this is the only location that takes reservations. The other location always has a long line-up (I would like up for the pancakes!). My sister had their shakshuka, & she said it was the best she ever tasted. The atmosphere had a great vibe. Our waitress was friendly, & very attentive to our needs. Highly recommend for brunch!
