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.
Café Vasco Da Gama feels like a little slice of Europe in Montreal, with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that many describe as charming and warm. The vibe, pastries, and coffee are favorites, including a strong espresso and very tasty croissants and nata, and the sandwiches and breads reflect Portuguese roots. The menu is described as fresh and delicious with good value for quality, and the staff are often praised for friendliness and helpful service. The space works well for breakfast, a casual catch up with friends, or a quick lunch, and outdoor seating adds to the European cafe feel. Some reviews note the cafe can be busy and speedy service, occasional long wait for drinks, or high prices for certain items, but the overall impression remains positive: a reliable, pleasant cafe that offers a little European escape in the heart of Montreal.
Such a great spot-this place has quickly become one of my go-to favorites. The coffee is consistently excellent, the salads are fresh & flavorful, & the sandwiches are so well made & satisfying.
I also love that you can grab a glass of rosé, which makes it perfect whether you're stopping by for a casual coffee or meeting friends for something a little more relaxed & social.
The atmosphere is warm & inviting, & the whole experience just feels effortless & enjoyable every time. Definitely a place you'll want to keep coming back to. Ask for Jorge if you're there, he s the best!
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
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.
I ordered omelets here, & it took about 20 minutes to get the first one. The second omelet arrived another 15 minutes later. The service definitely needs improvement. Nothing stood out-coffee & croissant were just average.'
This is by far my favorite spot in Montreal for coffee or lunch!
The food is amazing & super fresh. My favorite is their canard figue sandwich with the beet salad - I rarely order anything else it's that good! The Portuguese sandwich is super yummy too. Their desserts are insane as well - especially the chocolate chip cookie & the pastel de Nata of course!
The drinks are always perfect - I always get a tea because they serve it in a beautiful pot, or a Chai latte.
The staff is also incredibly attentive & kind, & the ambiance is very warm & fun. Also a great study spot with free wifi.
Honestly, as we toured downtown Montreal, we found this gem...the aroma of espresso brought us in to see what they offered. Not only great coffee but fantastic omelets. WONDERFUL people working there treat you like family!
Cafe that serves lunch sandwiches, omelettes & wine! Great location close to Peel Metro station. I didn't like their seating though, the high tables that are towards the back are really small & unstable. In fact a customer next table accidentally dropped & broke a coffee cup too. The food was okay & the coffee was good. Good variety & options to choose from but place is bit on the pricier side.
