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Café Pista

Quartier des Spectacles
4.6$
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Café Pista Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Café Pista

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on Google4.6 (400+)
*as of 2026-05-15
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Review Summary

Café Pista offers a casual, bright vibe and a warm atmosphere that makes it a good spot for working or studying, with a varied menu and prices that feel fair for what's offered. The service receives high marks for friendliness and attentiveness, coffee is consistently praised for quality, and the indoor ambiance is cozy and pleasant with outlets available for long visits. It is described as a great place to linger, a reliable neighborhood cafe, though a few comments mention occasional dessert dryness and that access can be a bit challenging during renovations.
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5.0

Cafe Pista is one of the best coffees in Montreal! The coffee is always amazing, the vibe is super chill, & the staff are always super friendly. Great spot to work or grab a quick bite.

Nov 11, 2024
on Google

The definition of "independent cafe" when you think of one, but still somehow better. Great lighting & vibes, whether you need to get some work done, or just want to sit with a cup of. (I don't drink coffee so unfortunately no coffee snob opinions here. I had the strawberry lemonade though which was so exquisite I had three glasses; I also had the grilled cheese & soup of the day - today's was butternut squash - & that was tasty & filling!) This will definitely be a must for all of my future Montreal visits.

Sep 30, 2024
on Google

Had a matcha latte & did some work. Vibes are nice here & I'd want to try some other things on the menu next time, my matcha latte kind of just tasted like milk.

Apr 29, 2024
on Google
4.0

GREAT GREAT VIBE to work or catch up with a friend. Tables are close to each other but the space is open & airy. Different kinds of sittings, tables, counter tops/bars. Lots of plugs & ports to charge your device addiction. Table service is nice to have. Better than waiting at the bar for someone to yell your name wrong & spell it even worst & hand you an charred bean drink. Here the review of the reason you may want to go to a coffee shop... the brews & espresso drinks are great here. Loved my cortado! Perfect steamed milk for a smooth & still strong tasting espresso drink. Wished I had taken a pic before finishing it. Will gladly come back here to oblige my taste buds & caffeine fix. Good job baristas!

Apr 3, 2024
on Google

Great service/ great cortado/ great vibes & playlist 👍

Feb 10, 2024
on Google

Stopped by this place during my 3 night stay. The vibes were great (think study cafe with nice chatter in the background & warm vibes). The baked goods were also super super good, I could not stop ordering the choclate crossiants lol. Out of the 3 cafes I visited this was the best so take my review with a grain of salt.

Dec 14, 2023
on Google
5.0

Popped in this morning before heading to the airport & was thrilled with this cafe. I loved the vibe - quaint & cozy. I was looking for some coffee to take home with me & was helped by a friendly staff member. He talked me through the options & I selected two types to bring home & I'm anxious to try them. I ordered a cappuccino which was as beautiful as it was tasty. Many people were enjoying the environment; some obviously working, others reading, some catching up with friends & then little ol' me the single traveler. If you're in the area, highly recommend you stop in & enjoy.

Nov 30, 2023
on Google

Chai latte is delicious, They have a good vibe to be with friend or to work remotely.

Nov 3, 2023
on Google