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Café L'Étincelle

Villeray-Saint-Michel
4.9$ & $$
OPEN8 am - 5 pm
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Café L'Étincelle Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Café L'Étincelle is, first and foremost, the story of Rémy and Benjamin — two passionate, hardworking, and complementary brothers who, on February 10, 2016, took over a small corner café on the lesser-loved stretch of Beaubien East, at the corner of De Bordeaux, between Papineau and De Lorimier.

It didn’t take long for the locals to discover them, and soon a vibrant, supportive community grew around the café. Every employee became part of this tight-knit family, bringing their own warmth and unique personality to the adventure.

At the end of their first year, it was the customers who surprised the owners with a birthday celebration — flower garlands, kind notes, and heartfelt thanks. That’s when L’Étincelle truly began to shine.

In just two years, Le Café L’Étincelle had become a beloved fixture in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie and beyond, affectionately known as “L’Étincelle,” “the café of the two brothers,” “Chez les frangins,” or simply “the neighborhood café.”

A year later, their father Patrice joined the team, bringing even more expertise and expanding the range of homemade offerings with caramels, Breton crêpes, and creative pastries...

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Reviews for Café L'Étincelle

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Review Summary

Reviews of Café L'Étincelle describe a friendly and helpful service in a convivial, professional, natural and authentic setting, with an impeccable, cozy cafe where everything from the service to the atmosphere feels on point. The small, welcoming space with large windows invites regulars of all ages, and the owners are noted for greeting guests warmly. The coffee is consistently praised as excellent, often cited as among the best in the neighborhood, complemented by pastries including options with Breton flavors and homemade caramel. The team is described as warm and attentive, making hospitality a standout feature and encouraging guests to linger, read, or simply enjoy the moment. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with Montreal coffee culture felt but not made to feel complicated, and Café L'Étincelle is regarded as a gem for its community vibe and genuine care. Food options such as omelette, bagels and paninis and items like a gluten-free brownie are enjoyed as part of the overall experience.
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5.0

Très sympathique & charmant comme endroit. Mon latté à la crème de marrons était excellent. Une vraie perle rare! 💖

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

bon service amical & serviable

Jan 9, 2026
on Google

Conviviale, pro, naturel, authentique. Impeccable petit café

Jan 6, 2026
on Google

tout y est a point, incluant service sympatique

Jan 2, 2026
on Google
5.0

petit café très sympathique & résolument humain. J'ai été ravie de voir les propriétaires accueillir chaleureusement les habitués de tous âges :) Pis le café est très bon

Dec 17, 2025
on Google

Meilleur café & une équipe trop chaleureuse!! J'y retourne sans cesse. 👌🏻👌🏻

Dec 16, 2025
on Google

Très bonne découverte, ambiance très chaleureuse & café très bon 👍
Très bon accueil merci pour la petite dégustation Kenavo ! 😁

Nov 27, 2025
on Google

I was looking for something to pass the time before an appointment in the area, & came across this cozy little place. The staff was warm & kind, & the atmosphere comfortable & relaxing. I got a flan cake & an oat milk latte, both of which were delicious & hit the spot. I was able to unwind & read a few chapters of my book while sipping my coffee, it was lovely. Definitely a gem!

Nov 14, 2025
on Google

Avec cette formidable équipe du Café l'Étincelle, tout est dans le souci de l'attention, ce désir naturel hospitalier & surtout de nous faire ressentir individuellement comme des humains! Ah oui, c'est très bon aussi👌🏽😅💓☀?

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Coffee culture in Montreal is a serious ritual, but this place does not make it feel complicated. Very relaxed environment, owners working on a Sunday morning doing it all for the love of coffee & community. Hospitable service.

Nov 2, 2025
on Google
5.0

Nice people with even nicer coffee! Love the small cozy place with its large windows.

Oct 26, 2025
on Google

Batistas super chaleureux & accueillants, clairement un des café les plus délicieux.

Oct 22, 2025
on Google

Honestly, the best café in the neighborhood. It's always a pleasure going there. Owners & staff are very nice. Great coffee & baked goods with Breton flavours.
I never know where to go when they close on Mondays.

Recommendations: If you have a sweet tooth, try the mocha, the Breton latte, made with their homemade caramel, & any of the cakes of the moment.

(P.S. for the owners: Please bring back the old matcha 😆)

Oct 20, 2025
on Google

Vwey nice place. We loved it

Oct 2, 2025
on Google

Incroyable les variâtes sont juste incroyables & très accueillants j'ai adoré mon expérience & je reviendrai ! Je vous le conseille

Sep 29, 2025
on Google

Decent neighbourhood cafe.

Sep 22, 2025
on Google

We come here sometimes with the 6 am club. They're just so, so nice. Great vibe.

Sep 11, 2025
on Google

Superbe service amical, café & patisseries délicieuses & ambiance cozy. Vraiment une belle place!:)

Sep 7, 2025
on Google

Toujours souriant! Tout est excellent! Aujourd'hui j'ai pris leur petit biscuit breton & wow! Délicieux! Je recommande à 100%!

Sep 3, 2025
on Google

Le café est bon, le service est bon, tout est bon. Honnêtement c'est un des meilleurs cafés du quartier.

Aug 11, 2025
on Google