Overall, Café Parvis is praised for its charming atmosphere, lush plants, and a menu with standout pizzas, fresh salads, and creative vegetarian options, plus reliable brunch and tasty cocktails. The two level space and a pleasant patio offer a convivial setting for groups, work lunches, or casual dinners, and presentation and ingredient quality are frequently highlighted. Some reviews note inconsistent service, long waits at peak times, and a few dishes that fall short or feel pricey, while others rave about the ambiance and repeatedly good food. Reservations are advised for busier evenings, but Café Parvis remains a beloved Montreal spot for a relaxed meal with great vibes.
The restaurant itself was a nice space, & the staff were warm & helpful & prompt.
The food, however, was very underwhelming for the setting & the price. The quiche, other than the few pices of morel topping, tasted mediocre. The smoked halibut tasted like any store bought smoked fish, & was paired with a collection of sides, each of flavors & toppings that just didn't work (such as slices of apple topped with crushed pepper, & a poached heart of napa cabbage). The plating wasn't anything of beauty either, & of course the portion sizes were minuscule. On the plus side, the dessert was alright (would reommcend the nut cake), & at least the coffee was strong & hot.
I would pass this place as a chic spot for instagram photos & maybe a weekend morning memosa. As a place for food, I can't in honesty recommend this restaurant.
Première expérience au Café Parvis & j'ai adoré. Nous étions un groupe de 7 personnes sur l'heure du lunch. Restaurant bien situé, dans une rue sans trop de circulation. Belle terrasse extérieure. La nourriture est bonne, malgré que nos pâtes n'étaient pas chaude. Les cocktails étaient bons.
Stumbled upon Café Parvis on a lazy Sunday morning & it immediately became my new favorite spot to start the weekend. The light flooding through the big windows at that hour makes the whole place feel warm & unhurried, exactly the kind of vibe you want before the city wakes up. I ordered the avocado toast & honestly it was one of the better versions I've had in Montreal, simple but done really well. If you're looking for a place to settle in with your laptop or just watch the square come alive, this is it.
Ordered beetroot salad & it was good.. three stars.
The real issue, i was part of a group & visited them on 16-April, the guy who attended us was polite & guided me on the vegetarian options & helped me decide on a salad bowl which on the menu was priced $17, with no option for small or large, or price of large mentioned.
I was surprised when i received the bill which had the dish price as 22. & at no time i had ordered a grande bowl or even aware of the price.
Being part of a group i paid it quietly, but realised the server adds higher price alternatives without confirming, & it was not mentioned on menu as well… one star for service.
Beef tataki was unpleasant-tasting & plated badly, & octopus croquettes had minimal octopus, but pizza was very good! Pricey for the quality & amount of food.
