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.
A little disappointed by Crew Collective & Cafe… the building itself is very cool, but the rest is a pass for me. I had the yogurt with berries & granola, but the granola was very stale, & the yogurt just bland. The Americano was just okay, & it felt like the staff didn't want to be there. The tables are also dirty with spilled & dried coffee on them. The building is a cool vibe if you're working & book a spot, but I wouldn't recommend it for tourists. There are much better cafes in Montreal.
Sep 26, 2025
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One of the best cafe experiences at Crew collective.
Formerly, a Royal Bank of Canada headquarters, built between 1926-1928 which has been now repurposed into a breathtaking cafe & co-working space.
This cafe is a must visit if you like to dine & enjoy some great architecture at the same time, something rare for sure & that's been the highlight of my time in Montreal!!
I would highly recommend even if it's just to admire the architecture of this historical building.
This is located in a historic Bank of Canada building & is certainly the most beautiful cafe I have ever been to. They have a wide variety of beverages & food available. My favorite thing was that they have private rooms that you can pay to book for work, study, or holding a meeting. They also have clean washrooms.
5 stars all around! Probably the best coffee shop I have ever been to.
The food was amazing - I don't even like coffee, but I tried my husband's cortado & would have happily ordered one myself - the coffee was that good. We also tried lining up for Fairmount bagels but it was too long of a wait & were sad to miss it, but we were pleasantly surprised to see that Crew serves Fairmount bagels that are delivered fresh daily. Montreal bagels really are fantastic.
Service was great too. The line can get long but moves very quickly. Unfortunately I didn't get the name of the barista who took our order but she was working on the morning of August 4/25 & one of the only workers wearing a mask. She was so nice & offered a cup of ice water to go to ensure I stayed hydrated with the heat/poor air quality outside. Thank you/I appreciate your care!
The atmosphere at this coffee shop is also on another level - you can just feel & see the history of the building that used to be an RBC branch. It's a gorgeous building inside. There are also lots of areas to sit & relax or work, even closed meeting rooms.
100% would recommend; I'll definitely be back whenever I'm in Montreal.
OMG! Read great reviews of this place, so had to try it for myself! It did NOT disappoint! What an AMAZING experience! The baristas are outstanding!!! Friendly, helpful, & just all-around great! Shout out to AWESOME MIA!!! Her recommendations were spot on! Coffee is delicious & a work of art! The almond croissant is to die for ... in fact, we returned the following day just to pick up a few for our travels!
The building is breathtaking! Worth the wait in line, but know it moves quickly! Such a coooool, unique place to frequent that will leave you feeling warm & fuzzy, lol!
Merci, Mia! :-)
Its like having tea in a castle or museum . An historical building which was a bank now they serve amazing coffee. Its often full of people including all the tour groups coming out of cruise ships
Absolutely gorgeous cafe! Every single travel / food blog recommended I check out Crew Collective & Cafe for some of the best coffee & unique cafes in Montreal, so I knew I had to give this lovely spot a try. They absolutely deserve all the popularity, both for their gorgeous building & phenomenal coffee. The cafe is hosted in the historic Royal Bank tower & features beautiful marble floors & murals across the ceiling. It feels remarkably grand, especially for a cafe or coworking space. There are plenty of tables scattered across the main floor, but there are also small conference rooms you can set up shop in (they look a bit like old bank teller offices).
The coffee itself was fantastic. The latte was a bit milkier than I'm used to, but it was quite creamy & smooth. The beans were just the slightest bit nutty, & it was all-around a delightful cafe.
Jul 3, 2025
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Coffee was really good. Food was good also. Line moved very quickly but seating is limited. Lots & lots of tourists. Building is beautiful but the area of the coffee shop is relatively small.
Gorgeous. Old bank building turned into a café & co-working space. Rent a room for your next meeting or have a Montreal style bagel with smoked salmon & some pastries. The almond croissant was delicious & not overly sweet. The staff were friendly & helpful.
Jun 11, 2025
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Cool cafe beautiful building & architecture. Concept unique however to try & access this place with a stroller was nearly impossible, & if you are in a wheelchair forget even trying to go here
This is one of the coolest coffee shops I've ever been in. The building is just beautiful! We rented a meeting room for 13 people & it was a smooth, professional, easy experience. Highly recommend!!
Amazing experience! The building is simply georgous, the orange brioche delicious & the staff attention was pretty good, they were friendly but special shotout to Ulises, he just overkilled with the attention & warmth, he also gave us recommendations on what to do in the city during our visit, definitely recommended.
