Café Olimpico

Matt

5.0

Very busy (because it's famously good) but super unique coffee shop with a cool vibe & interior. Be prepared to queue but worth it.

Coffee slushy is a completely unique experience but somehow works!

A coffee shop I was told was a must-visit for a Montreal trip

Penny

3.0

Visited this little (& I mean really little) place in mid-May 2026 because I heard the cannoli at Café Olimpico was pretty good. They have a number of locations but this one is right across of Eaton Centre, tucked away in a tiny shop. There was a big line that was crammed inside but we waited & ordered a cannoli. Gotta say that I was underwhelmed. It kinda tasted like it was sitting too long & the shell got a bit too stale.

X

5.0

One of the best coffee shops in town. The menu is pretty limited & there's no fancy syrups or upsizes. The coffee is delicious & affordable. The staff are always friendly & the service is fast even when there's a lineup.

Salman

5.0

Small coffee shop with big flavor. Can get really busy. Justin was great & sugar cookies were on spot

TheDoctorIsIn

5.0

A tight coffee shop with the waiting line folding in on itself. Small quarters & hustle-&-bustle baristas give this place a lively yet cozy feel. Drinks come out fast & delicious, so the wait looks long but in fact goes quick. Pastries are great.

MT

1.0

ALWAYS ASK FOR RECEIPT!!! 18% TIPS AUTOMATICALLY ADDED FOR TAKEOUT ORDERS.

Updated on April 12, 2026 to respond to the owners's reply:

We invite the owners to take a look at the cashier camera on April 02, 2026 shift to see how your cashier works on the tap machine. We have invoices as proofs.

So instead of inviting customers to provide more details to double check & review internal process for improvements, the owners simply just conclude that'this is not accurate'.

Given their responses, we conclude that this tipping practice was tolerated & that we will NEVER come back.

An excellent coffee cannot win us over a terrible customer service because adding automatic 18% tipping for takeout orders (without giving customers a choice) is stealing customers' money, simply put.

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ALWAYS ASK FOR RECEIPT!!! The cashier automatically charges 18% tips on take-out orders without giving customers the machine to choose what they want to tip (keep in mind this is about takeout orders).

We happened to notice this problem because we got paper invoice this time, otherwise we won't be aware because we just simply tap the machine. We will still support the shop but this tipping practice is disgusting, the owners need to address.

That being said, the coffee is so delicious (we ordered mocha). The barista is friendly & welcoming. The place is small, has a few tables so it's more suitable for take-out. Our experience is pleasant most of the time.

Noel

5.0

I ordered an iced americano & chocolate chip banana bread & my girlfriend ordered the latte freddo & a nutella pastry (not entirely sure what this was). While we were eating, they brought out the cannolis & these are definitely a must try!

The cafe was quite snug but we were able to find a table & enjoy our breakfast inside the shop

Cao

5.0

This is a great little coffee shop with delicious pastries & excellent coffee.

Shirley

5.0

I've been to the Mile End location of this cafe, but I was downtown so I thought I'd check out this location. It was slightly underground & a little smaller, but very quaint. I ordered the Latte Freddo iced & it was a very delicious & smooth iced coffee. Whenever I'm in Montreal I do make it a point to visit this place as it is one of my favorite coffee shops in the city! They also sell Italian pastries which I have tried before at the other location. Also very good! There's a reason there's several locations of this place, it means they are doing well. Highly recommend for good coffee in Montreal!

Promotion

5.0

Justin is the best! Best coffee shop in mtl