Having visited several continents and crossed their oceans, Café Lali is a blend that tells of my adventures around the world.
Throughout my travels, I've wandered the backstreets of Taiwan sipping their coffee, tasting real Japanese "Kawai" foam sculptures and enjoying the rhythmic atmosphere of Australian coffee shops.
Reviews describe Café Lali as a bright, cozy spot with a creative two-floor layout that supports laptop work and a calm, friendly atmosphere, though an echo can limit conversations when the place is quiet. The coffee earns strong praise, from cortados and well balanced espressos to a pour over that reveals fruity aromas, with notes about temperature and strength needing tweaks. Pastries, biscuits, and artisanal bread are frequently highlighted as tasty accompaniments, and the matcha is said to be among the best in downtown. The staff are repeatedly described as kind and attentive, contributing to a welcoming vibe, and the space is noted for its artful architecture and a second level that feels good for work or reading. Some feedback mentions that the space works best for quieter visits or takeout, and while prices can be high, the overall experience is consistently praised as one of the best spots in the area.
Artistic ambiance, two floors, not very big but it's a nice place to take your laptop , sip your coffee & do your works. At the second floor there is a table with 6 chairs.
Apr 1, 2025
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Cette structure architecturale a attiré mon attention, & au-dessus de la fenêtre, une image qui semblait faite de mosaïque… Quelle originalité ! me suis-je dit.
Cela m'a amené à découvrir un peu leur menu, & pourquoi pas…
& me voici, profitant non seulement d'un moment agréable, mais aussi d'une soupe du jour accompagnée de leur incomparable pain artisanal.
Cafe Lali is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, Isabelle & Anna-Marie made us feel so welcome with their warm & genuine hospitality. They truly go above & beyond to ensure every guest feels at home. The cafe itself is adorable-such a cute & artsy vibe that's perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. The coffee is excellent, easily some of the best we've had, & the location couldn't be more convenient. If you're looking for a cozy spot with amazing service & great coffee, Cafe Lali is a must-visit. Isabelle & Anna-Marie are the heart & soul of this place, & they've created something truly special. Highly recommend!
Cute coffee shop with art on the walls. The staff is super friendly & absolutely deserves 5 stars for their service. The coffee is good, though not particularly strong-just a bit mild for our taste. The croissant was also a bit dry, too. They have different types of milk for your coffee.
Nice, small cafe with lots of paintings & art pieces displayed like a small gallery. The cafe is really small. There is an upstairs but again really small. The coffee is good here though & the service is awesome. Also, they make their own chai concentrate in house. It's a bit watery for me & not as intense as I like my chai but it's an option for those that love chai as much as I do.
Sep 24, 2024
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Cafe Lali is a fantastic cafe with beautiful art, excellent service, & fair prices. Love that we can walk to the cafe & enjoy a latte by the window next to artwork. Highly recommend!
Petit café très sympathique offrant de jolies biscuit en plus sans gluten & leur café & délicieux. Les demoiselles sont sympathiques & le café est certes petit en même temps charmant & avec un joli clin d'oeil artistique
Jun 15, 2024
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Walked in there with my sister just by curiosity. Ended up getting s bunch of incredibly delicious pastries. So lovely with all the art & natural light, but the service was the best part. They went above & beyond to keep us some pastries aside as they were still preparing them & they were incredibly kind. These are the types of places I love to support & will definitely be a returning customer!
I visited this café after a strong recommendation, so I had strong expectations upon my morning visit. I am a filter coffee person, especially at mornings. Therefore, I ordered a dark roast filter coffee. They grind & prepare filter coffee per request in pour-over. It was quite pricey. $6 including tip. However, no complaint about the quality of the drink. Very friendly staff, & an interesting art collection offered for sale.
A Gem of a place! The coffee is excellent, the artwork is vibrant, the service is always great, the building is unique, & on top of it, they are so friendly to dogs. Every time we walk by the place, my dog begs to go in, rushes to the counter & patiently waits for her treats while I order mine. We're always greeted with a warm service (often by two blonde ladies) who tell us about a new recipe they've been working on. That lemon Biscotti is a hit! Ps. The oatmeal double chocolate cookies are to die for.
One of my favorite cafes I have been to in Montréal! The staff was very friendly & offered different blends for my latte when I ordered & asked me a few questions of how I would like my latte. The atmosphere was great, as it was an art gallery as well. Cafe is in a location located a little out of the way from the city in my opinion but that is the only tiny downside of it. (Sorry for not reviewing in French)
Dec 27, 2023
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The cafe looked nice; some artwork was presented, but the coffee cost $7, which I found expensive, & the coffee wasn't good. It is worth visiting for its beautiful big windows as the building was a bank.
