Reviews describe Café Léo as a cozy, relaxed, and welcoming space with a warm vibe that invites long visits for work or study. The coffee and drinks receive frequent praise, from rich espresso builds to matcha and chai lattes, and the pastries and croissants, including options for gluten free, are often highlighted as standout treats, though some reviewers warn about cross contamination or limited gluten free choices. The atmosphere is described as bright, stylish, and conducive to concentration, with artful decor, rotating exhibitions, and plenty of seating that can accommodate individuals or groups. Staff are generally praised for friendliness and helpfulness, even when service varies by moment, and the location near the university is noted as convenient for students and travelers alike. Overall, Café Léo comes across as a popular, aesthetically pleasing place to sip well made drinks, enjoy a pastry, and get work done, while a few comments point to a desire for a larger food menu and more consistent service.
Super café! Toutefois, j'aimerais qu'ils offrent un plus grand menu de nourriture. Le café est bon & frais. L'ambiance est chouette & pas trop bruyante. Parfait pour travailler!
Les horaires de fêtes n'ont pas été mentionnés sur Google & en arrivant là bas vers 8:45 alors qu'il fait super froid dehors les serveuses à l'intérieur ont fait semblant de pas me voir & je suis restée dehors à attendre
J'ai finalement changé de café
I had the chocolate almond croissant & it was delicious beyond compare. Nothing like I ever had. The spinach scone & iced matcha latte were also exquisite. Must visit place !!! Reasonably priced for 2 pastries & 2 drinks about $30
Overall, it is a nice place to sit down & do work. I came because I saw they had gluten free options. But once I looked where the pastries where located, the gluten free ones were right next to the non gluten free ones. Why bother even putting them at all if their gonna be contaminated with the non gluten free ones. I ended up trying the brownie since it was far away from the other ones. It was good but was definitely contaminated. I don't recommend celiacs going here at all. Don't put gluten free options if your not gonna be careful with how it's made or where it's place. Nice service & ambience.
Service un peu nonchalant alors qu'on me demande entre 15 & 20% de pourboire sur mes consommations (prix après taxes) - sans service à table. Le biscuit à 4$ n'est clairement pas du jour & sec. Cela fait quelques fois que je viens à différentes heures de la journée - & je pense que c'est définitivement pas un coup de coeur - dommage, car c'est un beau coin proche de l'UQAM.
Stopped at Café Léo for breakfast. Lovely to have gluten free options. Everything was yummy. In a way it felt like I was having breakfast at home only surrounded by art & lively discussion.
Dec 7, 2025
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Wow, the coffee here is delicious! It was so good to have this spot right next to our hotel. The staff were super friendly & took the time to explain the different types of espresso they offer. I got the overnight oats, which were good. The only downside is that their to-go packaging, especially for iced drinks, could be better. Overall, it's a really cool spot to grab coffee & get some work done.
Despite my long-term relationship with the store, where I have become a regular customer, I was surprised one day when I wanted to use the restroom & was told it was only for paying customers. I found it surprising that their definition of a customer is someone who makes a purchase on the same day, rather than someone who visits regularly.
I believe that improving their understanding of the value of long-term customers could help strengthen the relationship & increase loyalty.
Thank you, Amelia & Jiaxi, for the excellent service & your kind treatment!
J'ai adoré mon passage au Café Léo ! Leur amandine est incroyable, vraiment un coup de coeur, ils la font hyper bien. Le café en lui-même est trop mignon, l'ambiance donne envie de rester des heures. J'ai hâte de revenir pour goûter d'autres pâtisseries… même si ça sera difficile de détrôner l'amandine !
Dec 1, 2025
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We were staying around the corner over the weekend & were thrilled to find this cafe. Their staff was wonderful & flat white also. The atmosphere was so soothing & it was a pleasure to look around & see people reading, working, chatting. Lovely place.
Macchiato & cortado, savoureux, légèrement corsés & veloutés. Service avec sourire & courtoisie. Endroit propice pour le travail en solo tout comme pour discuter entre collègues ou amis. L'exposition des tableaux se marient parfaitement au design. Une référence dans le secteur.
