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Bar Caffettiera

Downtown
4.7$ & $$
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Bar Caffettiera Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Un café qui se tient debout. CAFFETTIERA (une cafetière Moka en italien), situé dans le Mille carré doré de Montréal, est un bar italien inspiré des années 90. Le ‘‘ bar ’’, pour les italiens, est l’endroit où l’on va durant sa journée, pour prendre une pause. Notre espresso est torréfié en Italie et infusé avec des machines à piston Vittorio Arduini ainsi qu’avec les classiques Bialettis. A stand-up coffee place. Caffettiera (moka coffee pot in italian) is a 90’s inspired Italian bar located in Montreal’s Golden Square Mile. For Italians, the “bar” is where one goes to take a break from the day. Our espresso is roasted in Italy and brewed from shiny Vittorio Arduini Lever machines as well as classic Bialettis.

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Reviews for Bar Caffettiera

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Review Summary

Bar Caffettiera is widely praised as an authentic Italian coffee spot in downtown Montreal, with espresso and cappuccino repeatedly described as outstanding and pastries like the pistachio croissant and nocciola coffee singled out as standouts. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, blending Italian vibes with a casual, no frills service that many reviewers say handles rushes well. The space is small and can get very crowded, and the outdoor terrace in summer is nice but seating indoors can feel cramped; music can be loud. Menu highlights include panini and mortadella pistacchio sandwiches, bombolone, granita latte, and a variety of Italian snacks, with many raving about the granita and the croissants. Several reviews note that the experience is best for coffee and socializing rather than working, and a few mention occasional inconsistencies in pastries or service. Overall Bar Caffettiera stands out as one of the top coffee spots in the city for authentic Italian flavor, vibrant vibe, and friendly staff, albeit with crowding and noise to consider.
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was very disappointed with my experience here. I'm not a big coffee person & unfortunately they did not serve any drinks without it. it seems they take their coffee pretty seriously so for any coffee fans this might be the right place to go to. the sandwich i got was pretty bad so needless to say i did not enjoy my meal. also i don't understand why but they had a sign on every table asking not to use laptops? for anyone like me that enjoys coffee places to work i wouldn't recommend. i have to say tho that the staff was very friendly & welcoming.

May 20, 2024
on Google
5.0

Came highly recommended from the owner of Canada's #1 restaurant while we were visiting Montreal. It quickly became our daily breakfast spot. Their coffee is amazing. Ham & cheese sandwich SO delicious. Great vibe. Amazing & super friendly & attentive service. We just came back from Rome where we had some amazing coffee. Cafetteria's is better 🤷🏻‍♀️. Especially the cappuccino.

May 19, 2024
on Google

Great discovery! Fabulous coffee, served in full Italian style. Highly recommended if you are a coffee snob like me. Looks like a popular student hang too.

May 1, 2024
on Google

QUALITY Italian caffè near McGill producing some of the best coffee I've had in Montreal! First off the logo, name, & vibe of the place instantly transports you back to 1970s Sicily with a Moka pot in your hand. Secondly, the staff are super friendly & are masters in the art of super efficient service (lines move quickly). Lastly, the coffee & food offerings are both unique as well as high quality - not many other places that I've been to in Canada offer Granita, brioscia, & focaccia all under one roof. The granita latte is a must-try - it's reminiscent of a Tim's Iced Cap but with Sicilian sophistication & class. In terms of food, you really can't go wrong with any of the choices whether savory or sweet. I also like that they serve a glass of San Pellegrino with your espresso just like in Italy. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend you make a stop here for your daily coffee fix if you're in Montreal.

Apr 28, 2024
on Google

One of my favorite cafes in this city. They make the absolute best coffees & even the decaf is amazing! Super fun italian coffee bar style with retro vibes. Very unique & non boring for a change in this city. The staff are all super kind in a great mood! Their desserts are to die for! I highly recommend it if you want a unique experience, good mood, & disconnect from your phone & actually talk with humans. Thank you Caffettiera for opening your doors to us!

Mar 20, 2024
on Google

Coffees & pastries are great & the sandwiches were also a lovely surprise! Would recommend.

Jan 14, 2024
on Google

Été ou hiver il y a toujours une bonne raison de passer au Bar Caffetriera. Recommandé par un collègue italien durant l'été 2023 j'y retourne régulièrement pour luncher, les sandwichs sont délicieux & le café aussi bien sûr.

Dec 13, 2023
on Google

We were in Montréal for three days, & I'm glad I found this place on our first,'cause we went there every single day during our stay. Great coffee, tasty food & an excellent service. The guys working there were very helpful & friendly. We really liked the Marocchino, the Nocciola & the Caffelatte. I also recommend the Cornetto Salato & whichever focaccia sandwich is available,'cause you can't really go wrong there! It's definitely my favorite cafe in Montreal

Dec 7, 2023
on Google

As a coffee fan from Europe, this was the only cafe with good espresso or cappuccino I found in my 4 weeks trip through Canada!
Definitely the best, I recommend it.
The Focaccia & Ciabatta were also great.

Definitely the best cafe around.

Oct 10, 2023
on Google
5.0

Excellent coffee & service. Always consistent. Highly recommended!

Oct 3, 2023
on Google

Amazing coffee, beautiful interior, friendly staff & amazing vibe & somehow for a reasonable price ? Recommend!

Sep 19, 2023
on Google