Overall, Café Novanta is described as a warm, welcoming, family-run Italian cafe in Montreal where friendly service and a cozy vibe shine. The menu is praised for fresh, authentic Italian fare and pastries, especially the pistachio croissant, cappuccino, and espresso, with pizzas, paninis and desserts also getting a thumbs up. The atmosphere feels like home, making it a great spot to work, meet friends, or simply enjoy a relaxed coffee break, and the shop offers a range of Italian products on site. While espresso quality is noted as sometimes not meeting expectations, the overall experience is viewed as high quality coffee, delicious food, and a charming, genuine hospitality. Regulars keep returning for the warm staff and consistent goodness across the menu.
The staff is super friendly; my friend & I were still talking about it on our way back, saying how rare it is nowadays to have service that both feels kind & genuine.
Food & drinks were also excellent & tasted fresh; there were veg options. They sell yummy fruit candies as well.
Warm, cozy, relaxing vibe. Ordered cappuccino & cake, & both were excellent. Super friendly staff. Owner sometimes hummed to the music. It felt like at a friend's.
Exelente adresse familiale italienne ! Deux frères rocco à la cuisine fait des délicieuse pizza ,sandwich ,salade etc.. & marco au bar à expresso super sympas il met l ambiance on rigole souvent avec lui ! Très bonne musique italienne en fond des années 90 ! Je recommande à tous vraiment un coup coeur ! Becco à toute la famille y compris la maman Antoinette !
Mon review est seulement sur le café. Cortado beaucoup trop chaud (!). Au point de se brûler la langue. Aussi, j'aurais préféré un lait d'au minimum 3,25 %. Service sympathique par contre, sinon ça serait 1/2 étoiles & non 3 pour moi.
I had the pistachio affogato at Novanta Café & it was absolutely delicious! The creamy gelato paired perfectly with the espresso, & the pistachio flavor added a delightful touch. A must-try for anyone who loves a refined coffee experience.
Sep 27, 2025
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Excellent food. Never ate such an good Focaccia outside of Liguria, Italy.
Staff was very helpful & friendly. Thank you Alex & colleagues.
The shop has authentic Italian products.
C'est Coup de Food qui m'a fait connaître l'endroit. Après notre visite c'est le coup de foudre qui même si on est un peu loin nous fera revenir. J'ai été en France, en Italie & jamais je n'ai goûte un croissant aussi bon que leur croissant à la pistache.
Le sandwich a la mortadelle servi spécialement pour nous était à' ok, je peux mourrir jai goûte l'excellence...'
Fantastique
On en a profité pour acheter leur pesto à la pistache & quelques pate italienne.
Endroit très chaleureux. Proprietaire & employés très sympathique. L'offre de nourriture est varié & le café est bon. Ce n'est pas du 3e vague acide. Le banc extérieur est super pour mes eschions.
