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.
Likely a lot of the people came to look at the cafe, being named prettiest cafe in Montreal in the Time Out magazine. It was a very grand building, with high ceilings, & intricate designs. Standing room only on a Sunday afternoon. Had a hot chocolate & took in the scenery.
Feb 1, 2025
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It's great a place to visit for architecture, but café is super full, barely have a place to sit down (a Saturday at noon for example), you have to pay extra to use the booths, pastries are quite on the expensive side, 8$ for a financier. Staff are helpful tho.
Maybe it was the over expectation that people created around it, but this wasn't the most wow experience. I mean yeah it has high ceilings & other old timey architectural stuff, but if you really wanna see that, just walk down to the Bank of Montreal Museum just down the street. It was all that done & preserved much better. Then the food menu isn't really well crafted. Just as a normal cafe anywhere would have. Tastes the same too. Then the seating is the worst thing of all. They haven't really figured out if they are serving daily customers or tourists or all-day working professionals. They've tried to cater to all, but failed to please any.
Only good thing about this place is'The Place'. Old ancient bank building converted to cafe. Coffee & food is basic, nothing special. Located nearby metro stations. If driving, it will be bit hard to find a parking spot.
Iconic cafe in Montreal. Amazing service from Jordan & Maya. With such a beautiful space, I wished they care more about the setting & the way they used the space. The couches are not a good idea.
I wanted to take a moment to highly recommend Crew Collectif & Café to you. The professional service, experienced Baristas, excellent food, & stunning interior make it a must-visit spot in Montreal. The former Royal Bank of Canada head office, now transformed into this amazing café, is truly a sight to behold. If you find yourself in Montreal or your local area, I urge you to stop by Crew Collectif & Café for an unforgettable experience.
Jan 12, 2025
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This café is a wonderful spot to relax & eat! The architecture is unique & has a profound sense of history, while the old decor has been repurposed into pleasant sitting areas. The food options were large for both beverages & meals, & they tasted wonderful. I appreciated that proper tableware was given for dine-in, rather than everything being one-use. I highly recommend this café for those local to Montreal, as well as folks visiting the city. ❤️
Beautiful cafe in a beautiful historic building. The coffee was great. The food was above average. The prices were reasonable for the space. If you like to sit on a sofa seep coffee & converse with others in a piece of history this is it.
The ambiance of the place is really nice. The cafe itself is okay. I would say coming here is just for the vibe of the place. There wasn't anything in the menu that stood out for me that was like Yes I need to come again. The hot chocolate was a bit too milky for my taste & the chocolate chip was crunchy. Overall, if you're new to Montreal I'd say this is a good introductory but not something to come back to.
Belle endroit mais impossible de trouver une place pour s'asseoir, pourrait au moins aviser la clientèle on a dû manger debout. Sinon il faut payer pour avoir certaine table..
