Drop in to meet Frank and the Clarke crew. Have a coffee. Buy a sandwich. Walk out with the quiet confidence of knowing that personal service and family-run businesses are alive and well. And here to feed you.
Clarke Café is described as a solid go-to for hearty sandwiches, with generous fillings and well balanced flavors, and a strong emphasis on quality bread, especially for chicken cutlet and porchetta options, plus tasty pastries and reliable coffee. Reviewers value the variety and customizable ingredients, noting large portions and good value, with the sandwiches commonly cited as the main draw. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, with a simple stylish interior that can get busy in the mornings and on weekends. While the overall impression is positive, several accounts point to inconsistency in recent visits, including missing fillings, slow or distracted service, and occasional order errors. Some mentions of language or customer service frictions exist, but many encounters are described as friendly and efficient when things run smoothly. Taken together, Clarke Café appears to be a dependable spot for a substantial lunch or coffee break with strong sandwiches and desserts, alongside a comforting vibe that encourages repeat visits despite occasional hiccups.
Dec 2025 update: Coffee is here is trash & I waited 15 min for a breakfast sandwich (human error by dude in the kitchen)
I won't be going back.
Also, BOSSA sandwiches are superior IMO
The bread used for the panini is particularly good. The porchetta & chicken cutlet are my favorites. Price for portion is solid & the toppings are quality. Good service & nice interior. Love stopping here omw home before getting in the metro to bring home a panino for dinner.
First time customer & my husband & I really enjoyed ourselves. I had the salami Genoa & he had the chicken cutlet sandwich. Both were delicious. The bread was fantastic, did not get soggy but also not too hard to eat. The coffee is really good as well. Special shout out to the staff who were very nice as well. We will definitely be back.
Absolutely love the food & coffee. The problem is it can take 10 minutes for a black americano when I am the only person in the cafe. Staff members prioritize their conversations over serving the clients. They also need to get new lids that don't leak everywhere.
Sep 28, 2025
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I ve heard good things about this place so I tried a few times for coffee. Unfortunately I was always disappointed by their cappuccino. Each time it was bad to the point I couldn't drink it. Maybe they just don't know how to make it with oat milk but I had to throw it away, which is very frustrating for a 6$ coffee… I won't be back for coffee.
I recently visited Clarke Café (PSC), located at 1207 Rue Shearer, Montréal, QC H3K 1H8, & it's a pretty cool spot! 😎 The place is unassuming, with a simple & laconic (minimalist) interior, but it feels welcoming. It has a good number of tables for its size, which is convenient. 🛋? tables
What really stands out is the food! They offer a large selection of sandwiches, various baked goods, & all sorts of other tasty treats. 🥪🍰 You won't be short on delicious options here! The coffee is also really good - strong & aromatic, just how I like it. ☕👃
&, as a bonus, there are lots of beautiful staff members! 😉 It adds to the pleasant atmosphere.
I definitely recommend checking out Clarke Café (PSC) if you're in the area looking for good coffee & a great selection of food in a relaxed setting!
This is a 3.5 stars for me. Nice spot to grab coffee or have a sandwich with friends. It's dog friendly, I loved seeing the variety of dogs coming in & being welcome. The coffee was pretty good, croissants & sandwich/panini were OK, not my favourites in Montreal but decent. The breakfast sandwich is my least favourite. Pastries were delicious. The space is nice, spacious & clean. A lot of natural light. Restrooms are clean.
Thank you Hayley for making me feel in a real authentic coffee shop like I miss so much from Europe. With real complains (inside joke!). Plus de Italian products reminds me of my trips in Italy!
