Taken from Italian, our name means "a well-made coffee." Here, the flavors from the terroirs are brought to life by the talent of our baristas and the expertise of our roasters. Since 2007, we have been tirelessly pursuing the perfect cup. This quest is at the heart of our craft as coffee artisans.
Café In Gamba draws praise for its beautiful, thoughtfully designed space with ample indoor and outdoor seating, a sunny terrace and artworks that give the cafe a distinctive, welcoming vibe. The coffee program is widely loved, including espresso drinks, lattes, matcha and chai, with generous portions and a high level of craft, though a few mention high prices and occasional inconsistency in service. The atmosphere is described as cozy and relaxing, ideal for studying, chatting or simply watching the world go by, and the location near Parc Laurier is frequently cited as a plus, even as some note wifi limits and occasional crowds. Overall Café In Gamba is seen as a standout spot in Montreal for quality coffee and ambiance, with repeat visitors and a sense that the cafe is worth returning to.
Beautiful cafe, thoughtfully localized on a vibrant street. Good coffee, mid-to-higher range prices, but about standard for Montréal coffee shops in 2026. Delicious espresso based drinks as well as other specialty drinks (loved the matcha & a big fan of their chai latte). 90 minutes restriction on wifi makes it less than ideal for students, but ensures a good rollover to allow for a good flow throughout the day (basically meaning, you will for sure find a place to sit). One of my favourites in Montreal & I am happy to support whenever I am in the area!
Magnifique lieu !
Nous sommes venus ici sur recommandation, & nous avons compris pourquoi.
Un moka pour mon ami, un cortado pour moi : deux boissons superbement exécutées, révélant un véritable savoir-faire de barista. Ici, le café n'est pas qu'une boisson, c'est un art maîtrisé. Les amateurs y trouveront leur bonheur, entre dark roast & light roast, chaque grain semblant choisi avec justesse, en accord parfait avec la boisson demandée.
L'atmosphère, elle, marque immédiatement. Des oeuvres d'art ponctuent l'espace, dialoguant avec les couleurs du lieu dans une harmonie évidente. Rien n'est laissé au hasard : on sent une main sensible, un oeil sûr, un goût affirmé.
Au plafond, les puits de lumière apportent une clarté douce & naturelle, presque enveloppante. Une lumière qui apaise, qui invite à ralentir, à rester un peu plus longtemps que prévu.
Le personnel, enfin, donne une âme au lieu. Sourires sincères, énergie chaleureuse, bonne humeur communicative, & ce, même face aux petits imprévus d'un jour de grand froid & de canalisations gelées.
Pour résumer, c'est un café où l'on se pose,
Pour parler, dessiner, laisser courir les choses.
Observer, ressentir, prendre le temps d'exister,
& surtout, savourer des cafés magnifiquement préparés.
Café in Gamba est un must go pour commencer un beau dimanche ensoleillé proche du Parc Laurier. Leur café est toujours délicieux, le canapé dans l'entrée toujours aussi moelleux & leur terrasse aussi séduisante en période estivale
This was my first time going here. The tall blonde barista asked me about my weekend & was so sweet, he really made my day & I needed it, thank you! The latte & raspberry danish were delicious, I'll definitely be coming back :)
Went on a Sunday afternoon, such a great spot to grab a coffee. Staff was friendly & efficient, & my latte was delicious, as per usual. Definitely recommend for both busy & non busy times
Jan 21, 2026
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Such a cozy & niche café shop. Great atmosphere & delicious latté. Great for studying, date nights or catching up with a friend. Definitely, will come back!
Not only was the customer service bad, I got a latte & I saw the barista re-steam the milk. When I complained that the latte tasted burnt they refused to remake it.
A great place to work, study, or catch up. However, we didn't find any outlets, so make sure you're fully charged. Service was generally friendly, but varied considerably between employees, suggesting a lack of consistent customer service. The grilled sandwiches were a bit disappointing in taste & quantity considering the price, so I would not recommend having lunch here. Otherwise, it's a great place to have a cup of coffee & a chat.
Jan 12, 2026
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