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Café Humble Lion

Montréal’s finest specialty coffee pours at the heart of our vibrant neighborhood sanctuary.

Downtown
4.0$
OPEN7:30 am - 5 pm
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Café Humble Lion provides a refined coffee experience centered on the precise preparation of specialty beans sourced from ethical roasters. Skilled baristas manage every extraction to highlight unique profiles ranging from floral acidity to rich cocoa undertones. The interior design emphasizes a minimalist aesthetic with clean lines and functional seating arrangements suitable for focused work or professional meetings. Patrons encounter a carefully curated selection of baked goods that complement the robust espresso offerings available throughout the day. This establishment maintains a commitment to technical excellence in brewing methods including pour-over and classic pressurized techniques. Systematic quality control ensures that every beverage served meets high industry standards for flavor clarity and temperature consistency. The overall environment promotes a quiet atmosphere dedicated to the appreciation of premium coffee culture and craftsmanship.
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4.097 ratings
5★
53%
4★
18%
3★
11%
2★
18%
1★
1%

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*as of 2026-08-01
4.097 ratings
5★
53%
4★
18%
3★
11%
2★
18%
1★
1%
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Review Summary

Café Humble Lion is widely regarded as a cozy and welcoming spot featuring consistently delicious coffee, flavorful seasonal drinks, and popular treats like cheddar cumin scones and carrot cake. Many patrons appreciate the friendly and efficient service provided by the staff, which contributes to a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. While the quality of certain specialty beverages, particularly the matcha lattes, can occasionally be inconsistent, most visitors are satisfied with the drink options available. Despite challenges with limited seating and noise levels during busy periods, the establishment remains a popular destination for those looking for a high quality beverage or a comfortable place to gather near the university.
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KC
3.0

Firstly, I hate leaving reviews but I left this in hopes the owner sees it & addresses these concerns. I am having very inconsistent coffee & service at HL on Sherbrooke. When ordering an Americano with milk, I do not want the milk added to the water (!?!). This watery milk is then set aside for a few mins while they make the espresso to pour into said watery milk. Why would you do this? The cold milk cools off the hot water so the Americano becomes lukewarm. When the staff is asked not to do this/remake a lukewarm Americano, I am met with eye rolls, "knowing" looks to the other staff, snickers, & shrugs. I am always kind & respectful. I always tip. As a regular, I do not appreciate being treated like this. This has started happening regularly & this week alone, it has happened 4x. I am (was) a daily regular there; if we include the HL on McGill college, I am a daily 1-2x regular. Recently, I've taken to hiking up the hill to Toi & Moi in the Science building to get a good Americano. I regret having to do this. I used to love the coffee here. Saying that, the cheese cumin scones are the best I've ever had anywhere & the owner is lovely with the cutest dog. I wish he'd get the staff & Americano situation sorted out. I'll keep coming to buy scones until then but no coffee for me.

Feb 21, 2024
on Google
Cindy
5.0

Cozy cafe with tasty drinks, perfect for a stop on a Winter Day. Their london fog was smooth with the right amount of tea flavour. Cold water was available on the side to self serve if you needed it, which was a nice touch. Seating wasn't the most comfortable given the size of the space & some chargers weren't working at all. Some hangars was available for you to hang your coat especially nearby the washroom.

Feb 19, 2024
on Google
Paul
2.0

Not-bad coffee. Would be nice if the opening hours on their website reflected reality :(

Feb 2, 2024
on Google
Christina
4.0

Cute place, it's got a lot of options but definitely on the pricier side! The food is pretty great tho! The scones are amazing & the coffee does taste good !

Jan 27, 2024
on Google
Cassia
4.0

Very friendly, warm & cozy. The lattes & drinks are delish. The coffee is a "fancy" floral & fruity (?) blend that isn't my favourite. A matcha with soy milk was over $7, which is just too much. Other than price, 5 stars.

Jan 7, 2024
on Google
Claude
5.0

A place where the coffe is excellent & fresh & warm pastries

Dec 26, 2023
on Google
Claudia
5.0

Merci! Un petit café offert par sympathie pour les profs. On apprécie vraiment.

Dec 12, 2023
on Google
Inseok
2.0

Worst London fog in my whole life.

Dec 4, 2023
on Google
Mathilde
4.0

Gud coffee, gud cookies

Nov 25, 2023
on Google
JP
5.0

Best machiato I've had in a long time!

Nov 15, 2023
on Google
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