Ceramic Café-Studio is a unique franchise! A ceramic painting studio, a coffee shop and a boutique all in one place. Since opening in 1997, people gather at Ceramic Café-Studio. Whether you are a beginner or an accomplished painter, alone, with family or friends, you can come and paint original ceramics, which are both personalized and practical. The famous paninis are well known, the smoothies are delicious and the coffee is comforting. The Ceramic Café in Laval opened its doors in 2000 at 565 boulevard Saint-Martin West, between Industrial and Laurentian boulevards, at the corner of Sun Valley Road. Since 2012, it is managed by Louise Fontaine and Paola Cacopardo. The Ceramic Café in Laval has two floors and can accommodate up to 100 people, in fact groups of over 50 people regularly organize activities there. Louise Fontaine and the Ceramic Café Laval team travel into the Laurentians and Lanaudière to provide ceramic painting activities to groups such as schools, day care, summer camps, office parties, showers, children's parties and other occasions. Find out more!
Overall, Céramic Café is a fun, creative spot with a wide range of ceramics, paints and textures that appeals to families, couples and groups looking for a relaxed, hands on activity. Reviews frequently praise the friendly staff, the welcoming atmosphere and the option to eat or drink while decorating. However, several comments note that prices can be high and some charges for time or table service feel steep, with a few experiences reporting slow or inconsistent service, crowds and noise during peak times. The seating can be tight and some guests mention limited kid friendly spaces. Despite these issues, the activity itself and the final pieces are often described as beautiful and satisfying, and many reviewers plan to return, sometimes using coupons to improve value. Overall, it is a popular, enjoyable experience with caveats about cost and crowding that vary by location and time.
A wonderful place, especially if you love arts & crafts. Usually, you can stay as long as you need, however during hilidays & school breaks, you're only given 2 hours to finish. Which may not be enough, depending on the project, of course. If you're new to painting, ask for help. The staff are extremely kind & helpful. They will actually walk you through the entire process, & help pick colours etc. I prefer their Laval location because it's easy to park, & the placebis really bright & spacious. A ton of ceramics to choose from. You can find anything from small cups, shot glasses, & figurines, to large salad bowls, serving platters, piggy banks & statuettes. Kids love it too :) The only problem is that once you try it you're hooked.
We visited as a group of six, including three kids. We were informed at the beginning that a 15% gratuity would be automatically added due to our group size.
This policy is not stated anywhere on their website. Their site only mentions that groups of 12 or more are considered large, with no mention of mandatory gratuity or extra charges.
I also did not order any food or drinks, so I did not receive any service personally. I do mind being charged a tip for a service I did not receive.
Tipping should be optional & transparent, not mandatory & undisclosed online. Because of this experience, I will not be returning.
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Jan 2, 2026
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Cute space, nice staff.
However, no child friendly space. No low tables , no chairs for children. So yes, its a nice grown family activity, but with my toddler it was very hard. Need more kid friendly space
I like the generosity of this place , never ask to limit use any paint or charge you if use more , but in same time will charge you the price of staying in . Also charge you 15 % service if you are more than 4 persons which find not logical as we were 4 kids who did painting & two adults who supervised them.
Mar 24, 2025
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I recently brought my nephews & niece to Ceramic Café Studio, & we all had an amazing time! The experience was so fun & unique - it was a great way for the kids to get creative & make their own pieces. The staff was super helpful & friendly, guiding us through the process. It was a perfect mix of art & relaxation, & the atmosphere was warm & inviting.
I highly recommend this place for a family outing or a creative date. We left with our own painted ceramics, & it felt great to see the kids so proud of what they made!
Though I enjoyed the experience, truthfully, the organization was a bit wild. Spring break - 2 hours max per table, an additional dollar is charged for every ten minutes you go over in time. Some table are fully equipped / stocked with paintbrushes, while others aren't. The length of time it took to pass at the cash was long, that one woman was charged for 15 minutes over, while I had to take her defense that we had literally been standing waiting to pay for easily 15-20 mins. The experience in itself was fun.
Personal point- if you have young, whiny, impatient kids, please consider a different activity. This takes patience & time.
It's ok & it is a little fun but it's also a money grab. You have to pay for the time plus the objects you paint. The prices for the objects are already ridiculous, especially the smaller items. On top of that, if you surpass an allocated amount of time, you get charged more per person. Just to give you an idea, 2 adults & 2 kids will run you close to $200. I wouldn't say this is a place that's accessible for the less fortunate.
This place is a fantastic spot for creative outings, especially for families & friends looking to dive into some arts & crafts. Ceramic Café offers a vibrant & welcoming atmosphere where me & my daughter, along with friends, could choose from a wide variety of ceramic pieces to paint. The café aspect adds a lovely twist, allowing guests to sip on some coffee or enjoy snacks while painting. The staff was friendly & helpful, which can make the experience even more enjoyable, especially with kids trying this for the first time. It was a bit crowded, so the noise level might be something to consider if you're looking for a quieter experience. The pricing might feel a bit on the higher side once you add up the cost of the ceramics plus the studio fees, but the unique experience & the joy of creating something beautiful generally balance it out. Overall, Ceramic Café in Laval was the perfect creative retreat for our group, combining the fun of crafting with the ease of having cafe amenities at your fingertips. It's definitely a place to make some colorful memories!
Apr 21, 2024
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I love the experience. My kids love coming here. You have time to relax, grab a snack & bound. But it's EXPENSIVE ! every time I come here, it's OVER 100$ to paint.
It is best to reserve for 10am right when they open so that you don't feel the rush of the crowd weighing on you. The kids & I enjoyed our time spent & the chats we had, will definitely come back!
