Overall reviews portray Café Santropol as a beloved, quirky Montreal spot with a lush garden, a serene courtyard and a lively terrace that shines in good weather, making it a favorite spot for coffee, lunch or casual meetups, yet it can test patience when lines are long and seating is slow during peak hours. Food and drinks are frequently praised for generous, well crafted sandwiches, solid soups and desserts, with vegan and veggie options readily available; the bread and fillings are often described as comforting and satisfying. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as cozy, bohemian and charming, with the backyard and decor contributing to a special vibe, and some reviewers especially enjoy the hibiscus lemonade and chai. Service quality is variable: many find the staff friendly, attentive and helpful, while others report slow service, miscommunications about seating or moments of cold or unfriendly service in busy times. Some remarks touch on cleanliness and restrooms and others note high prices though portions are large and value is fair. Overall Café Santropol remains a standout for its ambiance and generous, comforting fare, drawing people back again and again despite occasional delays or uneven service.
This cafe is just aesthetically outstanding & super cozy. One of the nicest I've been to in Montreal. I really enjoyed the soup & the coffee was amazing. My friend also enjoyed the smoked salmon sandwich.
Don't get me wrong, I love Santropol. The backyard atmosphere is a real treat & the soups & sandwiches are decent, but the service needs some tweaking. I've been going to Santropol for around 30 years now, & each time the waiters seem to act like you should feel privileged to be there & lucky to be served by them. They rarely crack a smile. Nevertheless, Santropol is a great place to go for lunch. Bring your friends from out of town!
Cozy atmosphere & delicious food! Try their soups, the killer tomato sandwich & the chili with cheese! Great array of veggie options. My favourite sandwich place in Montreal
Cafe Santropol...use to live next door for years. My kind of place. Relaxed atmosphere & great vegetarian soups, chili, & sandwiches. A beautiful outdoor back garden to enjoy in the summer. ✨️ 💖 ✨️
Super!! J'adore ce petit gem du plateau. Caché, avec peut-être la plus belle terrasse qu'un café aurait jamais eu! J'ai adoré mes lectures matinales au Santropol cet été! J'y suis retourné & le service n'était pas aussi doux qu'avant mais Santropol restera toujours une bonne environnement pour une bonne ambiance & un bon café!
It's a cute place for a decent sandwich. Price is ok & service is friendly. I had the Olympique & my partner the Duluth. Mine was 3/5 hers 5/5 hence the 4/5. I might have enjoyed better if I chose bette
Very pretty cafe, both inside & the terrace, with a lovely pond with cute red fish! The food options are limited though, mainly vegan & I believe a bit expensive for what you get. I liked my spiced chai though, & a warm bowl of soup was what I needed on the terrace, cause I visited early November when Its chilly Overall, worth visiting because of the cute ambiance (I think it would even be more lovely in Summer), but maybe for drinks, not the food.
After all these years & with a new generation of staff & clientele, Café Santropol has succeeded in preserving it's cozy comfort, hospitality & good food while stepping with a light ecological footprint.
Oct 27, 2023
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I enjoyed a Mexican salad with chili last Saturday in the backyard. I've been here multiple times & have always had a good experience. The portions are generous & the backyard is very cozy.
Leur magnifique ambiance était la chose qui distinguait aux autres cafés.989367919936E+32; Naturel, tout doux & comfortable, il m’a donné un de mes meilleurs souvenirs avec mon père🍃✨ La nourriture était satisfaisante avec son prix! Je vous recommande fortement à y passer du temps avec vos précieux personnes🥰
