Côte Café comes across as a tiny, charming neighbourhood spot housed in a thoughtfully refurbished carriage house, with a warm, plant filled interior and a relaxed, welcoming vibe that many describe as community oriented. The coffee is repeatedly praised for quality and variety, including rich cappuccino, the Montreal fog, salted peanut butter latte, rose latte, and a range of latte options and matcha, with some noting that hot drinks can be enjoyed iced. Pastries and small bites such as almond croissants, butter croissants, danishes, and spinach and feta pinwheels, along with sandwiches, are frequently praised, and many appreciate the option to sit outside on a pleasant patio or take drinks to go. The service is often highlighted as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff making guests feel at home and the overall atmosphere described as cute, charming, and inviting, even during busier times. A few reviews mention limited indoor seating, heat in the summer, bees outside, or lines at peak times, but the general sentiment is that Côte Café is a beloved local gem worth returning to, a reliable stop before Mont Royal where one can relax or linger.
Went every day during my brief stay in Montreal at a nearby hotel. Excellent pastries & especially enjoyed the Montreal fog with maple syrup. All the staff were super friendly.
Cute little coffee place for a quick start. We've tried different coffee drinks a hot chocolate & some pastries.
All very good made with passion & served with a smile.
The small outdoor seating was perfect for us as we could enjoy the sunny but cold weather.
Mar 25, 2026
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i really really love this coffee shop 🫶 amazing pastries & sandwiches (the chicken buffalo one was top tier). they have seasonal holiday drinks, which i love to see!! honestly the vibe is so cozy & welcoming, warm atmosphere, great decor… montreal's best coffee shop
Such a cute lil cafe! There is a small seating bench spot for about 2 people inside. I got the almond crossaint, spinach & feta pinwheel, cheese crossaint, montreal fog [london fog with maple syrup], & cinnamon bun latte [winter special]. I do wish the pastries were warm but I also did not ask if it was possible to get it heated up~ Everything was delicious! The spinach & feta pinwheel was my fav~ The barista was also very sweet!
A cozy & charming spot with an amazing selection of fresh pastries! The atmosphere is inviting, & everything tastes as good as it looks. Highly recommend!
Absolutely everything thing you want a quaint Montreal neighbourhood coffee shop to be: genuinely friendly, laid back staff, a small but first rate selection of pastries & sandwiches, & simply outstanding coffee.
Partially owned & operated by Ryan; this small quaint coffee shop is filled with ambiance if you can exercise patience. Your patience will be rewarded with a flavorful beverage, try the Montreal Fog!
The key to life is patience & appreciation. As the location is small & operated by a one man show exercising patience is essential. Ryan juggles between making beverage magic, selecting pastries of patrons choice, prepping ice cream or finger foods.
Jul 30, 2025
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an absolute gem, opens early, & it's conveniently located near guy-concordia area.
we found this place after needing a cafe that opened early morning on a saturday & we were blown away by the quality of their brews. most notable was the salted peanut butter latte, what a drink.
their pastries are also of high quality & flavour, if you're serious about your coffee, give them a try. will be coming back!
As an early morning guy opening at 6am & having the best espresso shot I've ever had on the island is a huge plus. Always my go to when I'm in the city. Great pastries too. Check them out!
Jan 28, 2025
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Imaginative hot beverages & delicious French pastries. The feta & spinach danish grilled cheese is unique & wonderful. I'd be here daily if I still lived in town.
My experience was more than amazing. The drinks are great, pastries are delicious & an amazing staff, Charles deserves a raise or a second cafe🫡 Came looking to ask a few questions for a project, Charles took time to explain every single aspect of the coffee industry to help me out. From sourcing, how to store my beans, roasting , types of coffee, the different roasts, how to make an espresso shot ...etc Not just very friendly but he is very passionate & highly knowledged about his work & has an amazing soul. I Even got some free samples An amazing business & somewhere I would be 100 confident possibly even investing in.
10/10 would highly recommend. The small size makes for a way more personal experience. Was greeted my a very welcoming bartender who was very passionate about their job. The food is fresh & pastries are amazing. I'll definitely be back
