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Café Humble Lion

Downtown
4.2$
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Café Humble Lion Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Café Humble Lion

Food
Service
on Google4.3 (300+)
*as of 2026-04-01
5★
61%
4★
17%
3★
6%
2★
15%
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Review Summary

Across the reviews, Café Humble Lion comes across as a place with consistently solid coffee and a strong bakery selection, where lattes and cappuccinos are frequently praised as excellent, mochas are enjoyed, scones are fresh from the oven, and service is described as fast and generally friendly. Two locations in town are noted, adding convenience for visitors. Some experiences mention a grumpy barista or impatient staff and a drink that did not meet expectations, such as a matcha that looked beige, leaving the drinker with a mixed impression. Other comments highlight a warm mood and a humble vibe that fits the name, with notes of starting the day well thanks to good coffee. Overall, the reviews portray Café Humble Lion as a dependable spot for a solid cup and pastry, with positive energy and a few cautions about menu options and consistency in drink preparation.
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They make the best espresso is this area, I've tried pretty much all the other places & this one is the best. Also their scones are amazing.

Sep 20, 2024
on Google

Lovely little coffee place with top-notch service.

Aug 30, 2024
on Google

J'adore ce café! Ils font vraiment des cafés délicieux qu'il s'agisse de latte chaud ou froid. Aujourd'hui, j'ai essayé le scone chocolat noir & bleuets 🫐 tout était délicieux! Merci!!

Aug 10, 2024
on Google

Très bien.

Jul 26, 2024
on Google

Whenever i go into the office downtown I'm looking forward to stopping at the humble lion. Good coffee, nice staff & great vibes every time over the years

Jun 28, 2024
on Google

Great place to enjoy coffee in the morning!!

May 27, 2024
on Google

$4.30 for a regular, medium black coffee. Not very humble

Apr 28, 2024
on Google

Delicious latte & moderately sweet desserts but unfortunately the barista was not friendly. I will not go back there because of bad service. Btw the location of the coffee shop is good & the prices are reasonable. P.S.: I have no idea who the comment below is talking about. I've also been accused of something lol. Wow. Good luck, guys & have a good day!

Apr 26, 2024
on Google

Very calm, cute lil duck figurines

Apr 17, 2024
on Google

The place is very cute with a nice ambiance but the pricey black coffee is one of the worsts I've have ever had.

Apr 3, 2024
on Google

This cute cafe in the heart of downtown Montreal has comfortable seating & a lovely window view to take your time to enjoy your coffee & snacks. The staff were super nice & efficient. There is a coffee menu with varied options. The cortado was excellent & velvety. I'm super curious about the maple latte so I'll be back for sure. Although I did some patrons working at the tables, the space is small & there were no visible outlets so it's really a place designed for sitting for 1 or 2 & enjoying the experience.

Mar 30, 2024
on Google

Super café du centre-ville

Mar 26, 2024
on Google

Today was the first time I visited this location. I came in with 10 adult students from all around the world to show them an example of a Montreal café. I indicated right away that we would be slow in ordering because I had to explain the menu options to the students. The young man at the cash was very rude. I attempted to ignore his attitude & thanked him for his patience & he responded, "I'm not patient." I asked him if he was trying to pick a fight because I was shocked by his behaviour. He said no, but continued to be short with me. The barista, on the other hand, was kind & the coffee was good. The place was almost empty when we arrived so I don't know what the problem was with our presence. Oh well.

Feb 1, 2024
on Google

Good coffee , French & English speaking!

Dec 17, 2023
on Google

Cosy café near Central Station.

Dec 10, 2023
on Google

Cute little café. The baked goods are super good & always fresh especially the scones.

Nov 26, 2023
on Google

I got a chai latter & it was great, also the bakery is very good.

Nov 3, 2023
on Google
4.0

Café Humble in Montreal is truly a gem in the city's vibrant culinary scene. From the moment you step in, you're greeted with a warm & inviting atmosphere that exudes a sense of community. The staff is attentive & knowledgeable, always ready with a recommendation or a friendly chat. The coffee? Simply sublime. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to read & relax or a lively place to meet friends, Humble Cafe has got you covered. A must-visit when you're in Montreal!

Oct 28, 2023
on Google

Muffin absolument délicieux! Thé Chai un peu trop sucré à mon goût. Avec un dessin magnifique au top

Oct 19, 2023
on Google

Chill vibes guaranteed in this downtown spot. Pre & post pandemic favourite spot.

Great service: very professional & good energy from barista. Served a delicious & well prepared oat latté.

Perfectly balanced espresso: no surprise as they serve specialty coffee from Traffic Roasters. The espresso blend they serve on bar is Renaissance.

Sep 30, 2023
on Google