Old Montreal's Café Olimpico is widely praised as a beloved Italian coffee spot with rich, smooth coffee and an impressive pastry lineup including tiramisu, cannoli, bomboloni and pistachio croissants; the cozy wooden interior and warm, welcoming staff create a European cafe vibe that draws locals and visitors alike even as the small space and lines can be challenging; customers highlight standout items like affogato, cortado, cappuccino and gelato, along with generous service and occasional thoughtful accommodations for gluten free options; the overall tone is that the cafe is a must visit for authentic flavor, friendly atmosphere, and a strong sense of Montreal cafe culture.
One of the best coffee shop in Montréal! Even if it's small, it feels very welcoming, & the staff is always nice & smiling! Their cappuccino is delicious, & please try their tiramisu, it's the best in town ! Over the summer, they also offer a delectable ice cream (coffe crema)!
May 11, 2025
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On the positive side the place is really well located & interior decoration gives a great cosy vibe. Also service is great. Otherwise the coffee is far from the best & it is served in an unpleasant tall glass instead of a coffee cup. Most pastries can really be improved. Expect the place to be very busy because of the high reviews & its prime location in Old Port
It's fine. I really enjoyed it last year, but this year it was a bit of a let down. The service this time was worse, & coffee wasnt as good. They forgot to make my drinks, when I reminded them they were grumpy rather than apologetic, & they made them incorrectly (they forgot to sweeten). I could've probably let them know it was wrong, but gave up at that point
Great place to have coffee in Old Montreal area coz the interiors blended well with the overall feel of the area. The cafe is also intertwined with Hotel William Gray & Vetement Le Cartel.
I got the flat white, tiramisu & for take home- their beans & coffee-scented candle. The coffee was really good-full bodied, rich & strong. Tiramisu could be better though since I couldn't really taste the mascarpone.
If at once you enter the cafe from St. Vincent & it seems full, just go round past Le Cartel, you'll see more seating shared by hotel guests of William Gray.
Apr 26, 2025
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Awesome spot for a incredible cup of coffee! , seating is limited by the entrance, However if you do grab a seat it's definitely worth sitting there & enjoying the ambiance! Great dessert & coffee 10/10
As a tourist in Montreal, I had about five days to hit up as many cafés & restaurants as I could. Café Olimpico kept popping up in TikTok recommendations, & while I'm usually skeptical of viral spots, curiosity got the best of me-& I'm so glad it did.
I ordered an affogato because I wanted to try something new that I don't usually get at cafés, & I love ice cream. It exceeded my expectations. I've honestly been thinking about that drink at least once a day since. The espresso-flavoured ice cream was amazing-not too sweet or overpowering, which I really appreciated-& the espresso itself stood out with bold, smooth flavour.
The day before, I'd gone to another hyped café where the coffee tasted burnt, so I wasn't expecting much. But this? Café Olimpico impressed me. I genuinely wish I had brought some coffee beans back with me.
The interior was cozy, welcoming, & full of character-the kind of place you just want to sit & take it all in. If I lived nearby, I know I'd be stopping in at least once every couple of weeks.
Went yesterday night & was greeted by 3 amazing boys. Nick, Sam & Noah. Amazing service with such beautiful smiles on their faces. It was my first time & they were very helpful with giving me recommendations. Their coffee & cheesecake were the best I've ever had. Will definitely be returning. These boys did great.
There is nothing like grabbing an authentic Italian coffee Crema after dinner.
The vibe is always crazy in this local coffee shop. People love to hang around.
I invited my coworkers from the US & they loved it. Whether you try their delicious Nutella croissant, fresh cannoli or just an espresso, you will want to have another one !
Mar 4, 2025
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Found this place while exploring Old Montreal. A charming little Italian café with excellent coffee & a warm ambiance. They only have half a dozen tables, but there was seating available at 10am. Would recommend the café latte & pistachio bomboloni.
