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.
Great venue, great coffee, friendly staff. Ordering is a bit chaotic because they call your name in two separate places for drinks or food & it's not very clear. Also has a big'no laptop zone'
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.
Beautiful architecture. Pricey food for quality (just ok). As a coworking space not as much space (though maybe it's different if you're a member). The booths are nice though ($15/hr) & the area behind the cafe is also nice & spacious.
Un café installé dans l'ancienne salle d'une banque, ce qui lui donne un charme particulier. On y trouve de délicieuses options de cafés ainsi que des pâtisseries salées & sucrées à prix abordables.
Petit conseil : arrivez tôt, surtout le week-end autour du brunch, car les files peuvent devenir interminables. La première fois que j'y suis allé, un samedi pluvieux, c'était impossible d'avoir une place assise. En revanche, la deuxième fois, juste après l'ouverture, l'expérience a été parfaite.
La fille à la caisse est toujours accueillante & d'une patience admirable malgré la foule constante qui découragerait plus d'un.
À ne pas manquer si vous êtes de passage à Montréal !
Sep 8, 2025
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Probably my favourite cafe in the city! It has a lot of space because it used to be a bank, there are even private room & enclosed spaces for members. We go the matcha & London fog drinks. Would come back next time I'm in town!
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.
Crew Collective Café is absolutely worth a visit for the stunning architecture alone-grabbing a coffee here feels like stepping into a historic cathedral-meets-modern workspace. It's the perfect spot to soak in the ambiance & snap some beautiful photos. Food was just ok, if you want to order something l say go for the bagels. Still, for the atmosphere & experience, it's a great stop while exploring the city.
Beautiful location. I had a flat white & chocolate croissant & they were literally perfect. Lots of Instagram moments going on while we were there, but otherwise this is a great place to have breakfast & coffee.
