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Chez Potier - Épicerie gourmande
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Chez Potier - Épicerie gourmande

Old Montreal
4.5$ & $$
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Chez Potier - Épicerie gourmande Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Chez Potier - Épicerie gourmande

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Review Summary

Reviews describe Chez Potier as a refined pastry destination where artful presentation meets exceptional taste, and the shop doubles as an epicerie gourmande with European goods. Pastries such as croissants, mille feuille, fraisier, galette des rois, amandines and canneles are repeatedly praised for quality and texture, with many calling the selection among the best in Montreal or even North America. Standouts include the lemon tart, a rose lychee dessert, and other creations, while the in house hot chocolate and coffee receive high marks. The space is clean, elegant and inviting, though seating is limited and take out is often recommended. Service can vary, with some reviewers finding staff friendly and attentive and others noting a chilly or overly formal tone on certain visits. Prices are high but described as worth it for the quality, and changes to portions have drawn mixed reactions; there is also a rare safety concern noted about a cake. Overall, this destination is seen as a standout pastry spot that many return to for pastry connoisseurship and gift shopping alike.
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Un des meilleurs croissants que j'ai mangé ! (& je suis française…) Le prince Arthur est aussi un petit bijou. Le café est délicieux & le personnel très sympathique.

Oct 21, 2025
on Google
4.0

I recommend the latte & the hot chocolate. They were fabulous. We also tried the almond raspberry croissant. It was not bad but it was on the sweet side due to the raspberry jam filling.

The shop has plenty of European products. I was so tempted to buy them but didn't want to carry too much while I was exploring the city. It's worth checking it out if you are looking for some European products or gifts.

There were not many seating at the shop since it's not an actual cafe. I recommend take-out vs dine in.

Sep 30, 2025
on Google

Chez Potier is not your average café-this place *levels up* the pastry experience in every way. The moment you walk in, you feel the refined yet welcoming vibe that sets the tone for what's to come. It's a beautifully curated space that blends the elegance of a European pastry boutique with the warm charm of a local favorite.

The pastry selection is nothing short of stunning-each piece genuinely looks like a work of art. I tried their in-house hot chocolate & was impressed by the rich flavor. You can really taste the quality cocoa, though I personally would've preferred it less frothy & a touch darker. That said, it was still a delight to sip.

I paired the hot chocolate with a strawberry cream pastry that showcased real craftsmanship. It featured four distinct layers: a silky vanilla cream on top that was absolutely decadent, followed by a refreshing middle layer of strawberry accented with fresh mint, & finished with a touch of fresh strawberry on the side. The base was a little firmer & drier than I'd like, but it didn't take away from the overall flavor, which was still thoughtfully composed & delicious.

Service here deserves a shoutout-attentive, knowledgeable, & warm. Their recommendations were spot-on, & it's clear they take pride in what they do. Beyond pastries & coffee (which is in-house brewed, by the way), they offer a selection of fine European goods including Italian delicacies, French products, truffle oil, & even caviar.

Chez Potier has a lot to offer & then some. I'm already looking forward to going back & trying more. A must-visit for pastry lovers, café connoisseurs, or anyone looking to indulge in a little edible art.

Jul 22, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great bakery/pastry place that doubles up as a fancy gourmet store. Interior decoration is not bery inviting, uses dark colors that do jot provide a cosy café vibe. Great service.

Jun 22, 2025
on Google

Wow!! Mon conjoint hospitalisé au CHUM avait le goût d'un éclair au chocolat. Ça valait la peine de marcher jusqu'à cet endroit. Nous avons dégusté l'éclair au chocolat & celle au café . J'ai aussi dégusté sur place le croissant amandes & confit de framboises… moelleux , ça goûtait le ciel !Divin!

May 25, 2025
on Google
5.0

Beautiful cafe, many delicious pastries, wish could try more.

Mar 30, 2025
on Google

Je suis passé en début de semaine après la foule des travailleurs du matin. Pour avoir pris un café & goûté à quelques viennoiseries, je peux comprendre pourquoi il y a la lignée les week-ends-comme si nous étions chez Ladurée !

Jan 28, 2025
on Google

It's a cute pastry. Cafe & chocolate cake are so delicious. I recommend it! 👍🏻

Oct 16, 2024
on Google

Premium cafe,easy to go staffs. Loved the desserts very authentic. A little overpriced overall a great cafe

Oct 14, 2024
on Google

Nice ambience in this cafe. I had their Baba au Rhum & my mom had the croissant & it was amazing. My first time to try baba au rhum & I'm glad its theirs. Place looked so neat & they had really good cappuccino. Will be reccomending to my friends

May 13, 2024
on Google

Montreal'deki cafe ve pastanelerin en iyilerinden biri ürünler taze ve kaliteli ayrica muhtelif gida ürünleri ve içeceklerde satisa sunulmus ücretsiz WiFi mevcut. Özel araç parki yok ancak bulabilirseniz cadde üzeri otoparki var.

May 3, 2024
on Google

Amazing French style dessert/ pastry store. Love every dessert, not too sweet, great look. The cafe latte is also delicious 🤤 although the price is a bit higher than average pastries, it's worth going.

Oct 22, 2023
on Google

Baba au rum, eclair au café & tart au citron.
The pastries are amazing & thoughtfully created, with every element, layer & texture serving its purpose. However, though these are beautiful & elegant, the taste is often overlooked in the final verdict. This was my second time here & I can say that it has not amazed me & shocked me out of this world because the flavors are just NOT there. This is my biggest critique of high level chef pastry shops. Often time they are afraid to push the flavors to an extreme, so you end up with very bland tasting pastry. For example there is so much potential in the Tart au citron but there isn’t enough lemon taste & acidity to the crème to make it really stand out. Same goes for the éclaire au café. I would like to see more emphasis on the harmony between flavor & structure when I am paying for expensive pastries.
For this reason I do not consider it the best French pastry in Montreal. �

Sep 21, 2023
on Google