Cafeterra earns praise for warm, friendly staff, a welcoming vibe, and consistently delicious food and coffee, making it a favorite for brunch and casual cafe visits in Old Montreal. The menu features healthy, flavorful options like Norwegian and Ukrainian breakfasts, avocado toast, pastries, and well crafted coffees, with many noting generous portions and quality ingredients. While some visits highlight attentive service and thoughtful details, a few comments point to slower service during busy times and occasional inconsistencies, yet the overall experience remains highly rated with frequent returns. The cozy, stylish decor and calm atmosphere, sometimes accented by soft jazz, create a relaxing setting that appeals to both locals and guests.
Absolutely amazing place!! Stunning interior with wonderful artwork. Incredible coffee & pastries!!! We will definitely be back!!
P.S. We are back again in this absolutely fantastic place! This time we had their brunch. It was something incredible!! The Norwegian breakfast & Shakshuka were absolutely amazing!! & as for the homemade lemonade- you have to try it!! I highly recommend this absolutely amazing coffee shop!
P.S. We were very pleasantly surprised that there is a ban on the use of computers here!! There is a lot of space for those who want to enjoy the atmosphere, read or have a lively conversation!🤩💙💛
Terrible service. Went in for coffee, & was seated in a table for 2. (We were 2) After ordering the coffee, the waitress suddenly tells us that we must change our seats because that table is only for people eating. I complained about the fact that we made it clear from the beginning that we were not eating & were given that table. The waitress' reply : we have rules. So we left. Very poor customer service.
Apr 19, 2026
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Such a lovely spot! The breakfast was absolutely delicious & the coffee was so good!The atmosphere felt warm & cozy, & the service was super friendly. Really enjoyed my time here!💌
Ended up going here when Dandy's was overcrowded. Excellent service with a 1 year old in tow. Appreciate the food & coffee when we desperately needed it!
A perfect way to begin our visit in Montreal! The service was friendly & timely- the food was healthy & tasteful- the coffee & tea were the perfect accompaniment. We will be back again!
Incredible! Wonderful team, friendly customer service & most importantly ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS FOOD & DRINKS.
They definitely know what they are doing! Highly recommend. Also the space itself is beautiful & cozy. The best coffee shop & brunch spot in old Montreal for sure.
Mar 3, 2026
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Upon entering, a waiter greeted us & seemed to misunderstand or miscommunicated to us what she wanted as we told her we were here to eat, but she lead us to a coffee table. This is during winter time with not much traffic in the shop. We were also given 1 menu, (2 pages back & forth) for 3 people so we requested another menu which someone else behind the counter responded by practically sliding it on the counter. The food was good & the atmosphere, other than the service, cozy. The service could use some work on the communication personally.
Cafeterra is a gem among the restaurants & cafes here. It's a small & upscale place with exceptionally well prepared & tasty food. Their pastries are delightful as well!
The coffees are masterfully prepared - seriously. The mugs, cups & stemware are very fun as well & elevate the experience.
It's best for daytime meals including brunch. I've been coming here for years as a special treat with friends & family. It's first come, first serve for seating, so if you have a larger group it may be tough at peak hours.
