Café Milano in St-Leonard is a popular Italian bistro with café. The specialties are sandwiches (Salcicia/ Steak/Chicken), submarines, soups and salads. Open late for the late night diners and offers what many say is "the best Italian espresso".
Cafe Milano draws mixed impressions from patrons, with many praising the coffee, croissants and pastries, cannoli, and a range of Italian fast food options including vegan and Beyond Meat choices. The desserts and Nutella pastries are highlighted as standout treats, and the vibe is described as warm and welcoming. Seating and service can feel crowded and chaotic on busy days, with some visits noting long waits and a counter order system that leaves diners searching for help. A few experiences mention issues like burnt onion rings or less satisfying coffee drinks, including a latte served in an unconventional cup. Despite sporadic drawbacks, the location remains a popular West Island spot for reliable coffee, tasty subs, and a broad selection of desserts that many see as worth returning for.
C'est un café très branché, autant le jour que le soir. Le menu est très varié & bien présenté. Le café était délicieux, l'un des meilleurs que j'ai bu dans ma vie. Les pâtisseries ainsi que les sandwichs étaient tout aussi délicieux. J'y retournerai sans hésiter.
Was disappointed by this place. Ordered a grilled chicken salad, was only iceberg lettuce & chicken , nothing else. My friend had a chicken cutlet sandwich, was not impressed.
Mar 15, 2026
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They have beyond meat options.
I had a vegan sandwich only with the grilled veggies & it was delicious. Surprisingly! The coffee here is also my favorite.
Très bon café, desserts décadents service rapide.
Si vous voulez y rencontrez des amis, arrivez tôt & en dehors des heures achalandées mais c'est un endroit très agréable pour discuter tout en appréciant leurs merveilleux desserts avec un bon café.
Leurs salaires sont bonnes mais manquent un peu d'assaisonnements.
Leurs sandwichs sont bien relevées, un peu épicés sur un bon pain tendre.
Went Monday afternoon around 2pm & ordered an all dressed steak sandwich with a medium cappuccino to go. Waited about 10 minutes for the sandwich as the coffee was being made. The ordering area is separated from the dining area & traffic flows nicely. Servers were courteous & happy to serve. The sandwich was suoerb, all dressed offers spicey peppers, tomato, lettuce, & pieces of pickled melanzane along with a perfect amount of thinly sliced savoury steak. I ordered the large & it was filling. The bread is fresh & slightly toasted just enough to get that crunch on the outside. Perfect. A medium sized cappuccino was $4.50$ with tax total & it is hands down THE best in the West Island. I am definitely returning. I asked if there would be a terrasse & they replied soon. Can't wait for that.
Spacious cafe serving minimal staples such as sandwiches, coffee & desserts. Vibe is comfortable but the staff were not friendly. Young kids who don't understand customer service. They won't look at you in the face, won't acknowledge customers, & the barista (blond girl with overfilled lips) was too cool for school. Hostile & cold one minute & flirting with male workers/customers the next minute. Poor attitude.
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Best espresso by far! Sandwiches are thought out perfectly, pastries are the real deal. Even their fries have a great sauce on the side! Kind telephone service to fix an Uber issue. Stay awesome!
Great spot for a bite, some coffee & dessert. Wide assortment of authentic sandwiches & great italian desserts. The place is always bustling with people coming & going, creating a great atmosphere
Absolutely fantastic experience! The steak sub was perfect with fresh, flavourful toppings, the sandwiches were packed with taste & quality ingredients, & the coffee was rich & smooth. Every bite & sip was a delight! The staff was friendly, & the atmosphere was welcoming. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for amazing food & great coffee.
I love this place! Their sandwiches are delicious as well as their gelato. The pistachio croissants have to be ordered before you get to the café because they sell out very quickly, but they are so amazing. The vibes of this café is why I keep coming back here, I love it.
I went with my father for coffee & sandwiches on a Tuesday evening. He had the tuna salad & I had the grilled chicken, & both were excellent; mine was outstanding. I found the atmosphere a bit impersonal, but I tend to prefer a more intimate space, so maybe that's just me. The service was friendly, & both coffees were very good. I received good value for my buck, which is a growing concern these days. I'll definitely come back again!
First time visiting this place what a wonderful experience we enjoyed lovely coffees with an amazing sandwich steak & capicola. It was amazing. Had a pleasant conversation with one of the owners named Joe who is very nice. We will definitely be back great atmosphere great food great coffee , a place like this, much needed in the West Island
Simple, rapide, bons sandwichs & salades. Un peu bruyant avec les employés qui crient & l'environnement (planchers, murs, etc) où rien n'a été conçu pour absorber le son.
Really great staff, had my sandwich brought to the table, I was on my laptop because I was out of power & this place was perfect for a sandwich & some wifi. I saw lots of people enjoy the bistro atmosphere.
Weather today for the first time. Heard about this place for a while & decided to go check it out for lunch. I'm very happy that I did. Had the Milano special sandwich was absolutely fantastic very tasty & cooked well. Packed with meat & veggies. Can't wait to go back
