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Chez Mère Grand

Old Montreal
4.8$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 7:30 am
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Chez Mère Grand operates as a quintessential bistro featuring a menu centered on classic comfort food preparations and traditional cafe offerings. Patrons encounter a setting defined by functional wooden furniture and a focused layout prioritizing accessibility and efficient service. The culinary output emphasizes freshly ground coffee, artisanal pastries, and savory dishes crafted from reliable, locally sourced ingredients. Each plate reflects an adherence to time-honored techniques, ensuring consistency across a diverse selection of bistro staples. The space remains dedicated to serving straightforward refreshments alongside balanced meals in a streamlined environment. Guests find a cohesive integration of hearty, simple recipes that maintain high standards of quality. The establishment functions as an essential utility for those seeking consistent nourishment through a steady rotation of prepared refreshments and savory culinary essentials.

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Reviews for Chez Mère Grand

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on Google4.8 (700+)
*as of 2026-07-15
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Review Summary

Chez Mère Grand is widely praised as a charming, cozy destination near the Old Port, celebrated for its high-quality coffee, fresh house-made pastries, and inviting atmosphere. Many patrons describe the shop as a hidden gem, highlighting the delicious croissants, scones, and thoughtful decor that evoke a sense of being in a small village cafe. While the majority of visitors experience exceptional hospitality and friendly service from the staff and proprietor, a notable subset of reviews reports inconsistent interactions, specifically regarding rigid menu policies and occasional dismissive behavior from management, which can lead to polarizing experiences for customers.
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Eating breakfast & having our coffee here (3/30/2025) & this little café is absolutely exquisite.

For drinks, I had an iced latte with maple syrup & my husband had a long espresso. Both were excellent. My husband enjoyed that the espress was quite strong, & my latte had an excellent flavor.

For food we had ham & cheese croissants, I had a bostock, & my husband had a lavender scone. Again, everything was scrumptious! The ham & cheese croissants (homemade pastry at the café) were a revelation, & my bostock was the best sweet pastry I've had in a very long time. The lavender scone was amazing, with a lovely lavender scent that didn't become a soapy taste on the palate.

The ambience is lovely, with an old-fashioned vibe & an open bakery. The smells of the fresh baked goods wafts over you enticingly as soon as you open the door

To boot, the owner/proprietor is an absolute gem of a human! Funny, personable, helpful, & eager to provide excellent service.

Everyone should come visit Chez Mère-Grand Café & Épicerie!

Jun 26, 2026
on Google

Beautiful little cafe. Had the iced maple latte & ham & cheese croissant. Both were delicious!

Jun 17, 2026
on Google

I got a scone & it was very dry, as if it had been made days ago & not stored properly. I also got the smoked salmon bagel, I had been made the day before or few days ago. The salmon slices were dry on the edges, the crème cheese was dried out & the cucumber looked like it was out of date. For the price, I expected better. The coffee is good though.

Jun 16, 2026
on Google
5.0

Wow! Mais quel service 💗 Le propriétaire est d'une gentillesse exceptionnelle. Le grilled cheese au canard est tellement bon. & le cappuccino 🤌

May 9, 2026
on Google

Really nice cozy cafe. I ordered an iced latte with caramel syrup, it was quite nice & refreshing. The grilled cheese with smoked meat was absolutely delicious! The staff were very friendly & helpful as there were many food & drink options. Will definitely come back to try other things on the menu!

May 2, 2026
on Google

What a great cafe to stumble upon. The coffee was brewed to perfect, not bitter at all, to steam oatmilk so precisely too takes loads of practice. I enjoyed a delightfully warm pastry here that had goat cheese & tomato, was flaky & buttery. This cafe is located in the perfect spot right off the lake, great spot to start if you'll be going walking around the old port.

Mar 3, 2026
on Google
5.0

Wonderful experience! The chocolate croissant & ham & cheese croissant were perfectly done! Our drinks were also fantastic. Last thing, the staff & environment are lovely. Highly recommend!

Aug 21, 2025
on Google

delicious ham & cheese croissant, exceptional Americano & iced latte. Friendly girl took our orde

Jul 27, 2025
on Google

Had a great cold brew & a ham & cheese croissant. Owner is friendly & funny. Charming little place, highly recommend.

Jul 10, 2025
on Google

Walking to Old Port & I discover this cute café. I asked the barista what he recommended, & he suggested the ham & cheese croissant. It didn't disappoint. I was delicious! It's near an intersection & hotel, so there are a lot of people that come in & out. I love the French style feel of the décor.

Jun 21, 2025
on Google