Brew Lab

Jeff

5.0

Brewlab is not just a clever name it really mirrors what owner Chris does on a daily basis. The quality & attention to detail can be seen & tasted. It is the epitome of what an intimate coffee bar should be: spacious, clean & precise are words that could be used to describe the place housed within a high level barbershop. Not to mention the convenience of being able to grab a freshly crafted Joe, Matcha, Fizz drink or other creation while waiting to get your haircut or even just chill & watch a match on the large screen TV. They also have two large sofas for lounging with said Joe or a magazine. All hail coffee culture & especially its resurgence in Montreal.

Mary

5.0

Great service & lovely decor, I got a hot matcha latte with oat milk & it was delicious!

Melissa

5.0

Amazing service , owner very friendly & outgoing... love the vibes & my matcha mango was beyond amazing.... keep it up;)

Stéphanie

5.0

Un coffee shop annexé à un barbershop avec une ambiance hyper agréable pour s'installer. Des fauteuils cozy, un espace inspirant & des oeuvres d'artistes locaux exposées sur les murs. Une belle façon de mettre en lumière le talent artistique à Montréal 🤩

Sur place, on a dégusté un excellent latte ☕?
Gros coup de coeur 🤎 pour le Fredo Cappuccino & pour les amateurs de matcha, celui à la mangue est délicieux 🥭

Roxanne

5.0

I stopped by Brew Lab this summer as a plus one for my foodie friend Sarah's collab, & I genuinely didn't expect to stumble upon such a special little café tucked inside a barbershop.

There's no big sign outside & nothing flashy. Just really good drinks, warm energy, & local art everywhere you look. It feels intentional & welcoming in that easy summer way, the kind of place you wander into & end up staying longer than planned.

I tried a few drinks & each one stood out. The Mango Affogato was tropical & creamy & felt especially perfect for a hot day. The Cocowater Matcha had real coconut slivers & was super refreshing, & the Freddo Cappuccino was bold & strong without being overwhelming. They use Italian beans roasted here in Québec, & you can taste the care that goes into everything.

One fun summer detail is their $3 affogato special on Wednesdays, with rotating gelato flavors. It's an easy midweek stop if you're nearby & craving something cold & comforting.

What really makes Brew Lab special, though, is the energy. They spotlight a new local artist every month, the art is available for purchase, & they don't take any commission. They also host community pop ups, welcome dogs, & rent out the space for events, which makes it feel deeply rooted in the neighborhood.

The barbershop has been around for a couple of years, & the café launched more recently, but even during my summer visit, it already felt like a local favorite in the making.

I'm just a foodie who loves trying new spots & sharing my experiences. If you enjoy discovering places like this, come hang out with me on TikTok @foxy.appetite & IG @foxyappetite 💛

JJ

5.0

Chris has the best Italian beans in MTL & makes the best matcha lattes (iced or hot), & I've had my share of matcha lattes all around this city. My go to place in the AM before work, & never disappointed! 🙏🏽