Café Paper Hill is a café-bistro offering a selection of certified coffees, local seasonal dishes you can eat in or take away, evening aperitifs, alongside books and newspapers so you can unplug and refuel. Located in a heritage building, this place has a storied past. The story we choose to celebrate is its early days as home to the first print houses and publishers of Montreal. It is only fitting that we’ve dedicated an entire wall to our curated collection of books and magazines. Come in to savour an espresso and get lost in a novel, or simply pop-in for a change of pace.
Reviews of Café Paper Hill describe a bright, airy and stylish cafe that many visit for studying, working or meeting friends, thanks to ample seating, a distinct front and back terrace, calm ambiance, books and art, and friendly service. Coffee quality is a frequent strength with well balanced espresso, cappuccino and a notably good matcha, while some patrons report that certain iced drinks or the pink latte can be disappointing and note that it is beetroot with milk. Food options like mushroom toast, bagels, croissants, soups and salads are often praised, with some standouts such as egg salad and tuna melt, though a few reviews call pastries or some bites average. Service is generally described as warm and helpful, though a minority mention inconsistent or cold service and higher prices. The space is popular for working, with a clear split between work and laptop free areas, and some frustration around laptop restrictions or crowded times. Overall Café Paper Hill is seen as a gem for coffee lovers and a versatile neighborhood hub offering good drinks and solid bites in a thoughtfully designed setting that encourages focus or socializing.
I tried the pink latte, & I thought it was quite interesting. It is just beetroot with milk, but the thick syrup at the bottom gave me a hint of a strawberry, fruity taste. It was quite nice. I didn't particularly enjoy the vibe when I stayed in, though; beautiful decor & space, just wasn't very comfortable for sitting alone.
Feb 7, 2026
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Superbe café lumineux & aéré, avec une ambiance vraiment agréable !
Musique parfaite, ni trop forte ni envahissante, & toujours de bon goût.
Service incroyablement gentil.
Le sandwich déjeuner était délicieux & le cortado, bien fait .
Une adresse coup de coeur que je recommande sans hésiter ☕?✨
Was very disappointed with this coffee shop especially compared with other ones. Main Entrance doesn't work. The croissant was not fresh, the cappuccino wasn't great. There was only a large table where you can sit with a laptop. Not comfortable at all.
Je n'ai rien à dire sur la nourriture c'était très bon mais en revanche... je n'ai jamais vu un café allongé de la sorte. Venant d'Europe je trouve ça scandaleux qu'on rajoute de l'eau chaude par dessus une shot de café. Je n'ai pas compris le concept de ce café... Dommage, bel endroit.
Very cute co-working space/café that has a very extensive brunch/lunch menu, although a little on the pricier side. I appreciate the the range of vegetarian & vegan options. The vibe is very pleasant with books & board games available & lots of seating! The co-working & non co-working space are clearly demarcated. The coffee quality is very good as well. I tried the pistachio croissant & the mushroom toast. The latter is very tasty & highly recommended. The pistachio croissant filling was excellent but wish the croissant was more fluffy & flaky. Would recommend this café whenever you're in Old Montréal!
Love this addition to the neighborhood.
Great coffee, sandwiches, soups & salads.
Friendly service in beautifully renovated industrial space.
Great terrace(s) during spring & fall, warm & cosy space when it gets cold outside.
The space looks well curated & has a great vibe. I went in to try their iced blueberry matcha & banana bread latte. First, I had to repeat my request a few times to the girl behind the counter. I'm a pretty loud person & the music wasn't loud at all for her not to hear me. Then when I got my order & walked out, I realized even though I ordered it iced, it was not. So I went back in to get that fixed. Left & walked down the block. I should've tried a sip of both the drinks before this point but one would imagine they would get their order. The specialty latte was just a regular latte with no added flavor & the iced matcha was just that. An iced matcha. No blueberry, no banana bread syrup. Honestly disappointed because I was very much looking forward to trying this space from a recent video I saw on tiktok. I think the owner stood for something great, the space looks amazing but the execution on the drinks, poor.
En visite d'une journée à Montréal avec mon fils de 4 ans & demi, le café Paper Hill a été notre tout premier arrêt après la gare centrale pour le café & le petit déjeuner & quel début magique! 💛 🪄
La propriétaire, Selma, nous a accueillis avec une chaleur rare & sincère. Elle déborde d'attentions délicates : des paillettes multicolores & guimauves dans le chocolat chaud de mon fils, qui ont illuminé notre matinée.
Au-delà du café, Paper Hill est un véritable lieu d'art & d'âme : une projection de ballet danse doucement sur le mur, des livres & peintures inspirent la curiosité, & une musique de bon goût enveloppe le tout d'une atmosphère apaisante & raffinée. Chaque recoin respire la créativité & le soin du détail.
Un endroit où la qualité des produits rencontre la chaleur humaine & la beauté sous toutes ses formes.
Merci Selma pour ce moment d'humanité & d'art vivant.
Je recommande sans la moindre hésitation : un coup de coeur absolu.
