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.
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 !!
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.
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).
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
Mar 24, 2026
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Could have potential but came here 3 times & every time it was closed despite Google hours saying it was open. The third time I tried calling before coming to check if they were open but of course nobody picked up. Went anyways & the cafe was closed & it had turned into a bar.
Très bel endroit surprenant par l'architecture qui est très ancienne & digne du Vatican! Parcontre, la nourriture & l'organisation sont un peu chaotiques de type cafétéria avec un buzzer & c'est assez dispendieux merci! 7,50$ pour un biscuit, une facture de 45$ pour un bagel au saumon fumé, un latté pistache & un biscuit!!!🤑🤑🤑🤑
Sûrement le plus beau & le plus grand café de montreal, beaucoup de monde mais immense comme lieu, les cafés sont dans les prix compétitifs & bons , le service était adéquat
first of all $8 for a small cold brew is ridiculous. least welcoming environment of any cafe ive been. i dont know if this is supposed to be'common knowledge' but they certainly go out of their way to make it Not Obvious that no matter how empty it is, you are not allowed to take out your laptop unless you pay $15 an hour, as i was immediately informed of once i sat down. definitely not coming back
Stepping into Crew Collective & Café feels like entering a piece of history. Set inside the former headquarters of the Royal Bank of Canada, the grand architecture, soaring ceilings, & ornate details create a stunning atmosphere that makes your coffee break feel almost ceremonial.
The highlight of my visit was hands-down the three-cheese grilled cheese sandwich - perfectly toasted, rich, & incredibly satisfying. It came with a spicy grilled pepper dip that elevated every bite with just the right kick. Pair that with their smooth, well-crafted coffee, & it's a combination that's hard to beat.
Between the historic banking hall setting, excellent food, & quality coffee, this spot is more than a café - it's an experience. A must-visit if you appreciate beautiful spaces & comfort food done right.
Beautiful cafe but it's a shame that the service is so bad. All kids working & they provide zero service. The pastries have no displayed price so you don't even know what you are being charged. Coffee is horrible has acidic taste & expensive for what you get overall. What a waste of such s beautiful place.
Very disappointed.
Espace atypique pour boire un bon café allongé & corssé en l'occurrence, j'ai découvert cet endroit sur une pub en France il y a très peu de temps & j'avais prévu d'y venir.
