Overall, reviews describe Café Olimpico as a beloved, authentically Italian coffee spot with a warm, buzzy vibe and a strong focus on high quality pastries and espresso drinks. The space is small and often crowded, with limited seating which makes takeout or arriving early the practical choice. The drinks receive frequent praise—caffè crema, cortado, latte freddo, and rich espressos—while pastries like tiramisu, pistachio croissant, cannoli, and other Italian sweets are repeatedly highlighted as standout. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and engaging, contributing to a hospitable atmosphere even during busy times. Some reviews note the compact, sometimes noisy interior and long lines, but also emphasize the lively ambiance and the sense of getting a taste of Italy in Montreal. Occasional criticisms include a few experiences with inconsistent service or a suboptimal latte on a busy day, but the overall impression remains that Café Olimpico is a Montreal staple worth visiting for the coffee, desserts, and vibrant vibe.
We recommend stopping by Café Olimpico for a coffee! We tried the espresso macchiato & cappuccino, & both were very nice & also more affordable than most spots in downtown Montreal. We appreciated the staff's (or owner's) incredible friendliness & energy, it made our visit even more enjoyable.
We chose to sit inside, but we'd actually recommend getting your coffee to-go. While the café has a cozy atmosphere, the space is quite small, & when it gets busy, it can feel a bit crowded with people waiting in line. Overall, great coffee, great service-definitely worth a visit!
Absolutely bombbb treats - so so fresh. I recommend the pistachio chocolate chip cookie. I could eat 3 or 4 of those in a row. & hands down the best chocolat chai's I have ever had. So rich & decadent… made with real melted chocolate. The barista was hilarious & worked fast but it was so busy they maybe could have had a second person behind the counter. Also just a note, maybe not the best place to choose if you're wanting to sit down with a friend or group & socialize as there are very few tables. But once again the product is AMAZING. Their affogato is so out of this world.
Nice & cozy atmosphere, great organization of work. Everything is comfortable & clean. Very great service. The most delicious coffee & desserts. I would be more than happy to come back over & over again.
The staff from Olimpico in Old Port shared with me that they had multiple locations lol & Im doing my best to catch up with most of them haha gotta be way too much caffeine for me but their coffee is worth it Highly
This downtown spot is nice. They have killer coffee! I'm a fan of their flat white. Plus, they have some amazing Italian sweets like cannoli. Definitely a good place to relax & enjoy a cup.
