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A portuguese market filled with treasures... Welcome to Café Vasco da Gama's treasure trove of old-world food in a traditional Portuguese store counter setting. Marvel at our mouth-watering display shelves stacked with fresh, authentic products. A multitude of services Whether you're in a rush or taking your sweet time, you can choose from an extensive selection of deliciously unique meals, especially our exquisite sandwiches, which capture flavours from the four corners of the world. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere over a cup of coffee or one of the chef's creations and experience a warm Portuguese welcome. A flexible catering service The choice is yours – inspired breakfasts served daily from 7 am to 11 am (until 2 pm on weekends), a delicious quick lunch menu, lunchbox service, tea room and, last but not least, our bar – the ideal spot for meeting up with friends. There's also our catering service, an affordable way to make life easier by taking your business dinners or events to the next level with Vasco da Gama's quality and know-how.
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5.0
Great spot to catch up with a friend. Casual euro feel is a nice break from work or the cold.
Jan 6, 2026
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5.0
Les sandwichs avec le pain portugais sont excellents & le mélange des saveurs est fait avec goût.
Je conseille !
Dec 26, 2025
on Google
4.0
Went for a quiet & nice breakfast & that's what we got. The omlettes were fluffy & the fruits were fresh. The bread had the right amount of butter & was fried just right. The pistachio croissant & the natas were the right amount of sweet that we didn't know we craved in the morning. The staff were friendly & we also got a nice & cozy place to chat & have our breakfast.
Recommended if you are in the Montreal downtown area looking for some excellent breakfast joints.
Nov 30, 2025
on Google
5.0
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Café Vasco da Gama is a gem in the heart of Montreal.
Walking in feels like slipping away to Portugal for a moment, warm, inviting, & full of charm. It's the perfect place to unwind from the city's chaos, take a breath, & just enjoy yourself.
The food is outstanding, full of flavour & comfort, & surprisingly affordable for the quality. The staff are friendly, the atmosphere is cozy, & every visit feels like a little escape.
If you need good food & a moment of peace, this is the spot.
Nov 19, 2025
on Google
5.0
Cozy place nice options for lunch great vibe amazing espresso & good dessert options
Nov 19, 2025
on Google
5.0
Quel surprise! Nous étions dans les environs & avions envie d'un café - wow! On a fait un bon choix. Le service était sympatique & le café était sur la coche. Je pense encore à mon cold brew 24h après. Nos sandwichs étaient également très bons, tout est frais!
Nov 13, 2025
on Google
4.0
Good music & ambiance ! Felt like I stepped in a cafe in Europe, with strong Portuguese roots.
Oct 30, 2025
on Google
5.0
Excellent spot for lunch in Montreal. The salad & soup accompanying the sandwiches are fantastic, & the cakes are epic. Definitely drop in here if you are in Montreal.
Oct 30, 2025
on Google
4.0
I'm just in love with the biscuit! I didn't enjoy the veggie sandwich : it was overpriced, not very tasty, & the portion was small. I've tried the cappuccino, iced coffee, & some teas, & they're all pretty good overall. But please, never get rid of the biscuit ahah
Oct 24, 2025
on Google
5.0
La mejor atención y los mejores desayunos que me he podido comer en todo Montreal
Sep 23, 2025
on Google
5.0
We enjoyed the Portuguese atmosphere & the lovely interior. The food was good as you can see in the image. We often buy different things & swap halfway to enjoy different foods. We paid 48 dollars, taxes included for two lunch dishes & one drink, which is normal I guess, pricing we still have to get used to. But you pay for the location & the ambiance too here. Which is fine.
Sep 6, 2025
on Google
5.0
Les sandwichs sont bons, accompagnés d'un choix de salade. Terrasse agréable.
Aug 28, 2025
on Google
5.0
Amazing breakfast sandwich's & great vibe, very clean & super cute. The croissant was to die for !
Aug 4, 2025
on Google
3.0
Plats corrects, mais je m'attendais à une carte plus représentative du Portugal.
Cuisine correcte, bon choix de desserts, mais prix très élevés pour ce type de plats, plutôt snack… :(
Aug 3, 2025
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3.0
Mediocre & over priced. The pastry (bread pudding) was inedibly sweet. Omelettes & coffee were ok. 75$ for two for breakfast after tip & an upsell on $12 glasses of OJ. Slow service.
Aug 2, 2025
on Google
5.0
Nice place for a cappuccino & croissant. Very European feel with sidewalk seating. The food is standard, but everything you would expect for a sidewalk cafe.
Aug 1, 2025
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