Overall, reviews describe Crew Collective Café as a breathtaking space housed in a historic former bank, with soaring ceilings, grand arches and an atmosphere that makes a coffee break feel ceremonial; the architecture and setting are consistently cited as the highlight, with many visitors lingering to work or relax in ample seating and private rooms, though crowds can be intense and seating hard to find during peak times. Coffee and pastries receive praise for quality and flavor, with some standout items noted, while a few say the food is pricey or average for the price. Service is mixed, ranging from friendly and efficient to overwhelmed during busy periods, and some readers mention policy changes such as restrictions on laptop use and accessibility issues that can affect comfort. Overall it is seen as a must visit for architecture and ambiance, offering a unique and photogenic experience, even if some guests question value or consistency of drinks and meals.
Stopped by Café Crew in Old Montreal & the space is absolutely breathtaking. It's set inside a former bank, & the architecture is stunning - from the grand staircase to the detailed ceilings, it truly feels like stepping into another era.
There was a very long lineup, so I didn't stay for coffee. Even after being inside for about 15 minutes, the lineup was still long. I've heard the coffee is great though, so if you have the time, it may be worth the wait.
Even if you don't stay, it's definitely worth going in just to see the space.
A famous café, I thought I would hated waiting in line just for a photo of the ceiling, but the experience turned out to be quite pleasant :) coffee & service are both decent 👍
Crew Collective & Cafe is such an amazing experience! The atmosphere is incredible, & it has some gorgeous architecture as it is situated inside of an old royal bank. The dulche de latte & brown sugar latte were very delicious. It did take around 30 minutes to get our drinks & pastries, but it was definitely worth it. Highly recommend!
I had an excellent experience at Crew Collective & Café. Although it was quite crowded, it was completely understandable given the Easter weekend-& honestly, it just added to the lively atmosphere.
The vibe was absolutely amazing. The space is stunning, with a unique & beautiful setting that makes the visit feel special from the moment you walk in. It's definitely one of those places where the ambiance alone is worth the visit.
The food was also fantastic-fresh, flavorful, & very well prepared. The only suggestion I would make is to offer a bit more variety on the menu, but what they do have, they do exceptionally well.
Overall, a memorable experience & a must-visit spot in Montreal!
Visited this place but didn't get the chance to get coffee because when I was in line one of the staff informed us that they we're out of espresso based drinks. It was a busy cafe at 3pm-ish when I arrived there. Ambiance was amazing ! One of a kind. A must visit.
Tellement un bel endroit & le staff est vraiment accueillant!! Le café était parfait!! Seul gros « hick », il y a des espaces réservé pour les ordinateurs ce qui fait en sorte que nous ne pouvons pas vraiment choisir nos places… un peu ordinaire !!
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Beautiful interior & great cafe food, I would highly recommend a visit, there's also lots of seating not immediately visible so it's worth looking around for.
Très bel endroit. Unique en son genre. Le service est rapide & la barista est agréable. Seul bémol : la qualité des viennoiseries qui laisse à désirer. Mon pain au chocolat n'était vraiment pas à la hauteur.
Mar 31, 2026
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4 stars instead of 5 because it's not consistent, coffee is great but next day could taste completely different unfortunately. Baked goods are always great here, coffee just depends who you get to make it that day. Very busy
Lieu magnifique! Probablement un des plus beaux cafés à Montréal, impressionnant. C'est aussi très pratique d'avoir accès à des salles de réunion ($) & de coworking.
Mon seul bémol est que j'ai été surprise du coût de ma dernière commande: 20$ pour un petit café latte & un biscuit - même si c'était très bon, ça m'a semblé un peu exagéré (j'ai même cru à une erreur sur le coup).
The place is visually beautiful. You enter the Crew Collective, & you truly get that feeling of being in an old royal bank. We decided to stop by to get a coffee, the service was very good, but not all the coffees. The Latte dulce de leche was great, but their cold brew was very underwhelming. It was extremely light & tasted like watery coffee. Also, if you were planning on studying there, I would not recommend it, since they only have a ew designated spots where laptops are allowed. They have a no-laptop policy in the main seating areas. Overall, it was a nice experience, especially visually, but unfortunately, for the drinks, the price paid for them did not pay off what they tasted like.
A cute little cafe in a renovated cathedral (?) building, great vibes! The pistachio cookie was good, but I felt like my bagel was a bit lacking. A bit of a burnt taste & it didn't wow me
