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.
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.
Great coffee, great vibe, great people. A fusion of an authentic Italian coffee bar with a little hipster twist. Also doubles as a cocktail bar. No frills, no americanos.
Reasonably priced, especially for downtown.
Had a pistachio double espresso shot which was delicious.
They also have typical sandwiches you might find in Italy along with their own creations.
Nov 8, 2025
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I cannot speak highly of this place. The coffee here is always excellent & the atmosphere is great whether in the morning or at night. Service never disappoints either!
You can smell the cooking from a distance - pretty strong! Super busy spot, the patio's always full. The coffee's really unique, super foamy, almost like a cocktail shake.
Très bon café authentique. Les serveurs sont sympathiques & efficaces. La musique est un peu forte, ce n'est pas un bon café pour travailler, mais excellent pour déguster.
Oct 11, 2025
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I love this little gem. It has hilarious rules posted to the wall & has are Italian gone rogue vibe. It's may favourite stop downtown to grab a flat white without alone milk!! ;) I do wish they had coconut milk though rather than oat milk which is basically like drinking pasta water.
Italian staff & writing fill the space. It's loud & chaotic, an instant reminder of a typical café in the old country. A great spot for a good cappuccino & a tiny treat.
Decent coffee, nothing exceptional as the cappuccino froth was lacking. Pastries on offer were great & it was a unique atmosphere. Would still go back.
Belle endroit dynamique avec une belle clientèle entre affaires & étudiante. Bon café cappuccino, le seule bémol j'ai trouvé qu'il n'était pas assez chaud à mon goût. Malgré tout je compte reveni
Oct 1, 2025
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Vibes are energetic inside, cool & chill outside. Don't be annoying & ask for special prep. Just order & trust them. If you want drip garbage, there's a Tim Horton down the block. Perfect experience for me.
Focaccia sandwiches were super light, fresh & crunchy. Great coffee. Great bomboloni. Great atmosphere. They made this place out to be a typical trendy'bar' you would find in Italy. Including the all italian staff & typical italian service; a little slow, a little disorganized & a loudly chaotic. It gives you that feeling of being in the old country so for someone who is used to North American standards maybe its not the place for you! Small quaint coffee spot. Can't wait to go back!
