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Cardynal - Bar à Espresso

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.5$
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Cardynal - Bar à Espresso Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Cardynal - Bar à Espresso

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on Google4.4 (300+)
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Review Summary

Cardynal - Bar à Espresso is described as a cozy, welcoming spot with excellent coffee, chocolate, and pastries where friendly, efficient baristas create a calm atmosphere suited for work, conversation, or a relaxed visit. A seasonal soup of creamy sweet potato and squash with croutons is a standout that guests return for, and the menu also includes gluten-free treats and raspberry muffins. Espresso and drip coffee receive high praise, while the matcha latte is noted for a balanced sweetness and earthy aftertaste. Outdoor seating is appreciated, sometimes shared with neighboring restaurants, and ingredients are clearly labeled to aid choices. The overall impression is that Cardynal is a reliable place for coffee and tea on the Plateau Mont-Royal, ideal to start the day or spend time with friends, with a pleasant decor, steady vibe, and a suggestion from some to curate the music a touch for a calmer reading backdrop.
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Great lattee

Sep 8, 2025
on Google

J'adore ce café ! Le personnel est toujours chaleureux & attentionné. Le café est excellent, & le cadre est vraiment agréable ! parfait pour se détendre, travailler tranquillement ou chiller entre amis.
À très vite !

Aug 6, 2025
on Google
5.0

Stopped by on a road trip around the Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood. The baristas were friendly & efficient, & the place overall is very cozy on a Sunday.

Honestly I still think about the matcha latte - it's a little sweet & a little bitter, with a non-overwhelming earthy aftertaste. The drip coffee also had a smooth taste.

Will be coming back!

Jun 1, 2025
on Google

It was exactly what I needed. I was just coming from the doctor's office & after that visit needed some comfort. I needed an internal hug so I thought coffee & googled near by coffee shop. I found Cardynal & saw awesome reviews & thought why not.

The ambiance was perfect. Cozy, warm & just a great place to sit, eat & enjoy a moka latte like I did. I also got this amazing raisin & cinnamon foccacia with melted Brie cheese. Although there was just one person here kindness & professionalism brighten my day. This small moment that I got to spend with myself at the cafe definitely changed the trajectory of my day.

May 2, 2025
on Google

Cozy cafe with a good vibe & good coffee. I just ordered a spicy decaf latte & it was really good. Staff is chill & yeah just a good experience. Wifi & indior & outdoor tables to work. It's a bit small so will fill up quick.

Oct 16, 2024
on Google

Points forts - Bonne musique - assez propre Points faibles - 6,89$ pour in chai latte moitié mousse - serveur blasé (pas impoli, mais genre pas très accueillant non plus)

Sep 1, 2024
on Google

I'm so happy I found a great matcha latte here!

Jun 2, 2024
on Google

Toute première fois que j'y vais & je ne manquerai pas d'y retourner. Ambiance décontractée, employée très sympathique & souriante & mon Chai latté était simplement incroyable! ^_^

Apr 11, 2024
on Google

Le Cardynal est un petit café de quartier très sympathique ☺️ J'aime bien varier entre un Americano, un Cortado & un Latte, alors j'apprécie le fait qu'on m'offre toujours 2 choix de café Espresso. L'été, il y a une belle terrasse à l'avant ☀️

Apr 5, 2024
on Google

Bon latte & smoothie.

Mar 30, 2024
on Google