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.
Gorgeous cafe in a former bank. Great place to get some work done. Gets quite busy later on in the day. I went two days apart & the second time they had more tables out to do work at.
Mar 5, 2025
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Not a coffee shop for rich people, Starbucks in cotes des neige is better than here. The coffee was very mediocre & the croissant was the worst I have ever tasted in my life, even worse than the croissant at provigo. I give this store a suggestion, raise the price & improve the food quality. The venue was overcrowded &
made me feel uncomfortable. I would rather pay $30 for a cup of coffee than drink coffee in this environment.The clerk at this coffee shop couldn't distinguish the names of the customers, causing many customers to wait there, which was very embarrassing. The clerk was poorly trained & didn't smile.
Breakfast for two on Tuesday morning.
1 x chicken blt sandwich
1 x avocado toast
2 orange juice + 1 coffee
The ingredients are fresh & generous. However the avocado toast is very difficult to eat with all the balsamic drizzle. It requires a steak knife but you are sitting on a couch with side tables. So we couldn't really eat it. We nibbled at the toast top ingredients & I shared my sandwich.
Unique setting in a rich historic building. Totally worth it just to stare at the ceiling.
Imagine a library vibe with lots of hipsters & MacBook Air.
Mar 2, 2025
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When I visited, I wanted to try their croissant they ran out 😭, but I tried a bagel with butter, cream cheese, & jam-& wow! It was incredible. Highly recommend!
The coffee was below average & chocolate pastry was good but fairly standard. It's also very overpriced.
I wasn't entirely satisfied with the seating arrangement. I understand it's a café & co-working space, but most seats were occupied by people working for hours, without needing to make any reservation. This left little room for those who simply wanted to enjoy a coffee or meal. I even noticed a gentleman uncomfortably sitting on a bench in the corner, holding his bowl of soup because there were no tables available to set it down.
I would give a 4 if the seating situation was better!
Croissant was okay, pain au raisin is decent, espresso pulls were subpar. That said, the atmosphere, the ambiance, the service, & the vibes were incredible. I wasn't there to read or work but almost felt like I should go & grab a book to come back & read. The ceilings are incredibly high because this used to be a massive bank, & I'm so glad they've maintained the architecture & the grandness of it all. There are rooms you can book to cowork out of, otherwise you can pull up in the very big comfy couches or the tables all around. Highly recommend for the vibes!
Feb 27, 2025
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Ce café est un vrai bijou. C est une ancienne banque & les plafonds sont impressionnants. À mettre sur votre liste des choses à faire & à voir absolument à Montréal & plus précisément dans le Vieux Port.
Definitely one of my favourite coffee places in Montreal for the atmosphere & eating options for morning. I also love the fact that you can rent a space to just work.
Sadly they have made changes in the last months that limit much more the space for working comfortably. It seems they just want to enjoy a meal & leave. The only way to have a place to work is paying for a private space which is not cheap & not really worth the price. Much better to get a day pass at any Wework. The atmosphere is good. But not really a welcoming place to hangout anymore
Feb 23, 2025
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Super café, c'est un endroit magnifique qui mérite sa popularité! Les cafés sont de bonnes qualités & les employés très souriants & aimables! Seul problème, j'ai commandé un sandwich classique & il était effectivement classique, pain, salade, tomates, fromage, avocat noircie & sauce… le problème c'est qu'il etait sans réel saveurs. Je ne dénigre pas le travail du personnel mais plutôt le prix pour le goût… je ne recommande pas se sandwich
Generally, the quality of the coffee was exceptional. I highly recommend a cappuccino with a sandwich if you plan to work at the café for a long time, they have long-term seating, which is great.The ambiance of the bank was just really nice & it did not disappoint. I did find it to be a little bit more on the expensive side, but it is worth it.
La beauté de ce café est irrévocable. Cependant, 8$ pour un bagel froid au beurre je trouve ça un petit peu cher. De plus, il y a peu de place pour s'assoir sans payer 15$/h. Décevant :(
