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Café Différance

Old Montreal
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Café Différance Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Across the reviews Café Différance is described as a cozy and consistently high quality spot with excellent coffee and a variety of drinks including chai, matcha and London Fog, along with quick friendly service and pastries that hit the mark; favorites like scones, cookies and biscuits are praised, while some notes point to small portion sizes for drinks and a compact seating area that isn't ideal for working on a laptop; the cafe is regarded as a go to place in Old Montreal for locals and visitors alike, with mentions of takeout and hours that work well; the overall impression is a welcoming, well run cafe that stands out for its coffee and sweets.
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Fahad
5.0

Amazing place , highly recommended

Dec 15, 2025
on Google
Emily
5.0

I've been going to cafes regularly in Montreal for about a decade & this is in my top 3, if not, the best espresso I've had in the city. The espresso in most coffee shops in our city is way too acidic & fruity, often tastes poorly brewed. The espresso at Diff is roasty, not burnt, tastes fresh & the acidity is very balanced. The baristas are always polite as well & the place is small & cozy. Highly recommend this place

Oct 31, 2024
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Antoine
5.0

It's one of the best coffee places downtown Montreal. Prices are fair but quality is top notch. I highly recommend!

Jul 16, 2024
on Google
Zöé
5.0

A relaxed & calm spot downtown where the coffee is excellent (the best in the area) & the service is super friendly. The croissants are delicious & the take out bottles of natural wine are premium! Coffee beans by BOWS coffee roasters are sold here highly recommended.

Jul 12, 2024
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