Cafe Gotsoul earns praise for its chill vibe, great music, and friendly, accommodating staff that make the space welcoming. Coffee and pastries are repeatedly highlighted, with standout drinks and a varied pastry selection that pair well with the atmosphere. The interior is stylish and distinctive, echoing a record shop with vinyl, a gramophone, and a small in-house DJ setup that enhances the experience and hosts listening parties and events. Guests often feel at home, noting a nostalgic, living-room vibe and a sense of comfort during visits. Service is generally strong and professional, though a rare order slip can occur, usually resolved with a quick apology and correction. Pricing is mentioned by some as a downside for certain items, but many feel the overall value, ambiance, and music justify it. Overall, Cafe Gotsoul is a unique spot for coffee lovers and music fans, delivering a memorable vibe and experience.
I like that small cafe. The music is on point, the prices are not the best but still expensive for a small latte at 6$. The cashier/cook/order receiver/busboy maybe too but he did am excellent job, i dont remember his name, its like greg or something. Small dude with glasses, very nice ill definitely go again!
This café has the coolest vibes! There was good music playing, the service was great & the latte & vegan chocolate chip cookie were also nice. I am for sure coming back, specially when they have a live DJ set
Mar 12, 2026
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Truly a spectacular café, a jewel in fact
Fabulous food sandwiches & pastries
Friendly & down to earth staff
Exceptional music & sound distribution environment... most hi-fi enthusiasts will have a jaw-dropping experience listening at Gotsoul... as this shop is part café part vintage HiFi museum... run by Jojo Flores internationally recognized DJ & hi-fi collector & musical curator...
Drop-in play some Chess say hi to Mike or David or Jojo if he's there (he often is)
The chicken sandwich is 💎💎💎 & the scones are Out-Of-This-World
Ideal Sound Pressure Level vibes for a perfect pistachio milk café latté
You will not be disappointed
It's been a while since I set foot in this coffee shop but every time I do, I feel like as if I'm sitting in my own living-room of nostalgia. As a 90's kid, a lot of memories come back. From the beautiful display of funky jazz, R&B & soul vinyl collection & the JVC radios that make you feel like as if you are a part of a'Spike Lee Joint' to the in house DJ playing hits that only my Aunt would play during family BBQ's, this coffee shop is basically a Time Machine back to the coolest decade! Not to mention, my latte was perfect!! Overall, Got Soul is a tasteful coffee shop that if the Beastie Boys were from Montreal, they would give it a major shout out! Giving this place a 5 star just ain't enough!
Very unique café with good drinks! They actually host several events, like disco nights or card games, so I'd definitely recommend contacting them in advance to plan your visit for an even better experience. The only downside might be the prices - I wanted to get a matcha latte, but 7.50 CAD (I think pre-tax) was just too much for me, so I ended up having a good seltzer instead.
Great atmosphere, bad coffee, rude barista. EDIT: We probably were there for less than 20 minutes, & we ordered two lattes (one normal, one pistachio) & the pistachio lemon biscotti. & we did not bring a beverage from another place.
I like trying all the great coffee that montreal has to offer, I was intrigued & found a spot just outside. I tried the cortado & flat white. For. 6$ flat white i expected a little more love. The milk was just heated there wasn't any micromousse, & when I asked about it I was told that only lattes have microfoam. I must admit it has great atmosphere, I entered to try the coffee, but I was disappointed by the coffee & by the service. polite just surprised with shortness of the There is magic to good microfoam it changes the composition of a coffe - when I took the top off it just looked like heated up milk with coffee & for that I don't need to pay 6$. I have also worked as a barista. I was surprised to have been responded like that. Anyways here's what I found maybe the barista can find it useful. "A flat white is a coffee drink consisting of espresso with microfoam (steamed milk with small, fine bubbles & a glossy or velvety consistency). It generally has a higher proportion of espresso to milk than a caffè latte, & a thinner layer of microfoam than a cappuccino" I didn't try the food or by vinyl, but very nicely decorated it does have great atmosphere. Congratulations for that.
