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.
?The pastries & coffee here are fantastic-the Tiramisu is an absolute must-try! Because it's so popular, expect a long line & a bit of a wait. Seating is incredibly limited inside, so I highly recommend grabbing your treats to go. You can walk just a block down to find plenty of public seating where you can relax, people-watch, & enjoy your food. Also, parking in this area is a nightmare. Do yourself a favor: park further away, walk over, & take in the beautiful Old Montreal views along the way.
TERRIBLE SERVICE! When we arrived, there was a long line, but ahead of us was a group of people. While the barista was taking my order, he kept talking to that same group, completely ignored me, & served me whatever he wanted to make. Very disappointed because I used to like this place a lot. I had this issue on Tuesday, May 19th, around 2:00 PM. 👎
Swung by Cafe Olimpico while in Montreal for the weekend - heard the hype from a buddy back in Toronto. Espresso pulled solid, proper crema, nothing burnt. Latte was decent but milk could've been hotter. Vibe is old-school Italian, kinda loud, no wifi worth mentioning. Pastry case had a flaky cornetto that saved the visit. Worth the stop, eh.
May 19, 2026
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Yanni made me the most amazing coffee! He was warm & welcoming. I will certainly come back here. & thank you for making my early morning very pleasant! L
Visited Café Olimpico with friends & had such a great experience. We ordered the affogato & tiramisu, & both were absolutely amazing. The affogato was perfectly balanced with rich espresso & creamy gelato, while the tiramisu was fresh, soft, & full of flavor. The café has such a lively & cozy vibe, making it a perfect spot to relax & catch up with friends. Definitely a must-visit place in Montreal for coffee & dessert lovers!
One of the worker there was so rude. I sat for 5 minutes waiting for my friend, the worker came in from behind & told me to go order. So much attitude.
The other staff member were cool though.
May 10, 2026
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May first time to the Vieu-Port location after the Mile-end one. Great staff, very friendly & professional, same great coffee. Places to sit are very limited so expect to get your order to-go.
