Café Olimpico is widely celebrated as an essential Old Montreal coffee spot, where rich, smooth espresso and a European vibe draw crowds and a loyal following. The beverage lineup includes cortado and affogato, paired with a pastry program that features tiramisu, cannoli, bomboloni, pistachio pastries, and other sweets that many describe as standout, along with notable hot chocolate and gelato. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, with authentic Italian touches and a lively, sometimes busy energy that makes lines common but often move quickly thanks to friendly and efficient service. Space is small with limited seating, which can be a challenge during peak times, though visitors often say the quality and hospitality make the wait worthwhile. The location in the heart of Old Port adds to the appeal, and many reviews frame Café Olimpico as a must visit, with guests returning on future trips for coffee, desserts, and that distinctive cafe culture.
Perfect Crema Cafe! I have been looking for so long for Crema Cafe in Toronto & the only one I found (Eataly) sucked. A trip to Montreal & to Café Olimpico was needed to try sth this amazingg
My friend & I visited this place three times during a recent trip to Montreal, so it's safe to say we were obsessed. We could not get enough of their caffe crema. Also enjoyed their remix & hot chocolate. The service was great & the atmosphere was perfectly cozy.
Nov 29, 2025
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If you're looking for an authentic coffee experience in Montreal, this is the place to be! I tried the Remix & Cafe Crema, & both were absolutely delicious. The staff were exceptionally friendly. Two of them-whose names I unfortunately forgot-were especially kind & even surprised me with free chocolate! I would definitely go back.
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)!
Visited on a quiet Tuesday afternoon in April -rare breathing room at a spot usually packed in summer, & for good reason. I've never had anything sub-par here; everything is consistently high quality.
This time, the crema di caffè was the standout-best I've ever had. Perfectly balanced, smooth texture, & a generous portion unlike the tiny, overpriced versions elsewhere. The hot chocolate was rich & deep, & the cornetto with apricot jam hit the perfect note of sweetness.
My wife kept praising how fresh everything tasted. The standard here rivals what you'd find in Italy-truly impressive.
Apr 9, 2025
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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 !
Cafe Olimpico never disappoints especially the old port location! Very nice vibes. Enjoy a delicious coffee in the old port anytime of the year! Their cafe crema is really good & unique!
Got the cafe crema, caffe latte, nutella croissant, pistachio bomboloni , & tiramisu. AMAZING taste. Legitimately the most delicious cafe drinks & food. The service was also spectacular. Since we speak english we expected to be treated with a bad attitude like some places in montreal, yet the baristas were super friendly & conversational. Will recommend to everyone & come back for sure! It was quite busy & a long line though. The prices were also very reasonable, our drinks were like 4$ each.
Came here with my wife for breakfast & then we returned later that day after dinner. The vibe is very cozy & the service is very friendly. For breakfast, we ordered the prosciutto & mortadella sandwiches. The prosciutto sandwich was my first Italian sandwich & it truly blew my mind. Their cappuccinos were also good. My wife tried the cafe crema & she absolutely loved it. For our later night dessert, we ordered the hazelnut & pistachio gelato, & it was the best gelato we tasted in to this day. We tried other gelato in Montreal, but this was hands down the best. The line can be very long here in the morning & also late at night.
A great place. We took cappuccino, coffee crema, cannoli, & Nutella cookies. Everything is fresh, crispy, & tasty. My favorite is coffee crema ❤️ The line was so huge, but it took maybe 5min to get my order. The barista super fest, I really appreciate the service.
Best coffee in the area. The donuts are amazing. The heavenly biscotti is so good. The cafe crema was so refreshing on a hot afternoon. Our hotel gave us breakfast but we told them to stop & went to Olimpico every morning instead! Long line but worth the wait.
Aug 14, 2024
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I am a coffee snob. I have had coffee/espresso all over Italy, France, Spain, Colombia, Turkey, etc. We even did a coffee tour in Colombia, Armenia region, where the finest beans are grown. I have not had coffee/espresso as amazing as I had at Olimpico. The espresso OMG! It is smooth, silky, with the right amount of crema. I wish I lived next door to Olimpico. Absolutely amazing!
