Located at the corner of Fairmount and Jeanne-Mance in the heart of the Mile End, Au Coin is a versatile neighborhood gem that transitions seamlessly from a relaxed daytime café to a vibrant evening wine bar. The unpretentious, wood-paneled space features an open kitchen serving a menu centered around exceptional sourdough pizzas, fresh market salads, and comforting dishes like lasagna, all paired with a curated selection of low-intervention wines and classic cocktails. With its "no reservations" policy and welcoming atmosphere, it serves as an ideal drop-in spot for locals seeking simple luxury and great flavor seven days a week.
Au Coin is praised for a warm, stylish open kitchen vibe and a space that feels cozy yet chic, with delicious pizzas and a strong wine and cocktail program that many reviewers loved, along with breakfast and pastry options that hit the mark. The pizza is repeatedly described as excellent, with some highlighting the sourdough crust and inventive toppings, and the atmosphere and decor are frequently called beautiful and inviting. Service is the main point of contention, with several diners reporting slow or inattentive staff, miscommunications about seating or paying, and moments where staff seemed hard to reach even when the restaurant was busy; despite this, lots of guests say they will definitely return to try more of the menu, including the desserts and the butter trio, and many praise good value for the quality. Overall, Au Coin stands out as a welcoming hub in Mile End where great food, a friendly ambiance, and a thoughtful drinks list accompany a consistently memorable experience, even as the service can vary.
Was walking around & decided to stop for dinner & it was such an unremarkable experience. The owner clearly prioritized the decor/ambiance & ended up forgetting about the food. Was lucky to be served by a friendly server that alongside the decor were the only positives of my experience. The menu was really uninspiring. I got the radicchio salad that was good, but the fritti courge was awful, they def fried in cold oil because it was soggy & waaaaay too oily, & the portion size was also laughable. The pizza was disappointing as well, the dough was not cooked all the way through & it lacked both salt & flavor, I tried to add the chilli oil to see if it would help but guess what? It literally had zero flavor lol. They also need to figure it out the toilet paper situation, there was a bunch of half used rolls on top of a table next to the toilet & it was nasty. Anyways, I guess it's a cool spot to take pics, but I wouldn't recommend to anyone that is looking to have good food.
I had really high expectations for this place, but honestly, it was a complete letdown.
The service was terrible - slow, disorganized, & completely inattentive.
The decor is beautiful, sure… but it's pretty much the only thing worth mentioning.
As for the menu, it leaves a lot to be desired: uninspired options with no real personality. & to make it worse, the dough wasn't good - lacking texture, flavor, & overall quality.
Overall, it's a place that looks better than it actually is. All style, no substance.
May 2, 2026
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Vraiment bien ! La pizza était excellente & superbe ambiance. Le service était un peu lent mais ils sont ouverts depuis tout récemment alors c'est probablement une période de rodage encore. Le décor est accueillant, l'espace est vaste, bien situé centralement. Il va falloir y retourner pour tester la carte des vins & cocktails.
Went for breakfast, & loved the simple menu. I got the breakfast platter. It was exactly what I wanted. A light but filling breakfast.
I also likes the madeleine too.
The service was great. Staff were very attentive & everything came quite fast, while the restaurant was fully packed.
Really enjoyed the atmosphere & the decor too.
Will be back again. :)
Magnifique ambiance, convivial, très beau décor. Tous les personnel est tellement sympathique & chaleureux. & en plus, l'amour est dans chaque plat. Tout est excellent! Coup de coeur pour le pain chaud & le trio de beurres (noisette, ciboulette & fleur de sel).
On se sent ailleurs. Ambiance de rêve dans un décor enchanteur, & que dire de la nourriture. Portions généreuses à prix abordables. Un nouveau préféré pour toutes les occasions.
Dec 7, 2025
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Very nice restaurant! Decor is awesome. Great food & the ambiance is fantastic. Finally, a restaurant that understands the power of good lighting, too! Great addition to the Mile-End! Highly Recommended!!!
