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Dandy

Restaurant élégant servant brunch toute la journée, pizzas, pâtisseries, cafés, cocktails et vins naturels.

Old Montreal
4.5$ & $$
OPEN10 am - 4 pm
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Dandy operates as a sophisticated bistro that emphasizes the intersection of artisanal culinary techniques and market-driven ingredients. The interior design reflects an industrial aesthetic characterized by high ceilings and expansive windows that illuminate the open dining area. Menu offerings focus on elevated classic dishes, featuring thick-cut sourdough toasts topped with seasonal produce and house-made ricotta. The kitchen consistently utilizes fresh, locally sourced components to construct balanced plates that favor structural simplicity over complex plating. Patrons experience a lively atmosphere where the focus remains strictly on the quality of the prepared food and the functionality of the workspace. This establishment balances the casual nature of a market-inspired café with the technical precision of a focused bistro kitchen. Every element, from the beverage selection to the curated seasonal vegetables, demonstrates a commitment to ingredient-led preparation methods.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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Reviews for Dandy

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on Google4.4 (1500+)
*as of 2026-08-15
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Review Summary

Dandy is widely celebrated for its exceptional brunch offerings, particularly the ricotta pancakes, which many guests describe as the best they have ever tasted, and the crispy fried chicken sandwich, which frequently earns high praise for its quality and flavor. Visitors consistently highlight the fresh, high-quality ingredients and the beautiful, modern atmosphere that makes the restaurant a must-visit destination in Old Montreal. While the popularity of the spot often results in lines, especially on weekends, many guests feel the delicious meals, vibrant energy, and attentive, welcoming service provided by the professional staff make the experience entirely worth the wait.
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We ordered the ricotta pancakes & halloumi sandwich which were both extremely flavourful & fun, would recommend :)

Aug 16, 2026
on Google

First - there will be a wait. Trust the rest of the reviews. Even on a rainy Monday. 60 minutes from getting into line to placing our order.
Service & food were fantastic. Once you sit down, they are prompt about getting you served (so they can flip the seat). It does take a little bit for the food to come out - but everything we had was amazing. The ricotta pancakes were excellent, as was the avocado toast. The bloody mary had an odd taste. Would avoid that.

I would visit & eat here again, but only if I lucked into a 15-20 minute wait.

Aug 8, 2026
on Google

There was a line around the block before the spot opened at 10 am. It moved quickly. Nicholas took care of us outside. My latte was yummy but the ricotta pancakes were ahhhhhhmazing. The maple syrup was like praline buttery goodness.

Aug 7, 2026
on Google

We enjoyed the breakfast here 1000%, we had Ricotta pancakes, buttermilk fried chicken & the endless summer breakfast all was 1000%, oh, don't forget the side order potatoes. P.S. the servers are very hot😀

Aug 6, 2026
on Google

Hands down the best brunch & all of Montreal. It's a small menu but everything tastes delicious. I come here from Toronto a couple times a year & this is always the first place I want to eat at. I dream about their ricotta pancakes & I love how they have a seasonal topping to it so it keeps it exciting & fresh every time I visit. But the potatoes are just perfect!

Aug 6, 2026
on Google

I wish we lived in Montreal... We were on vacation & lucky to find this place. The food was *outstanding*! We were lucky & got in line about 10 minutes before they opened & got seated pretty quickly. The line quickly wrapped around the corner, though, so definitely get there before doors open.

The Ricotta Pancakes are the best pancakes we've ever had. I tend to veer away from'fancy' pancakes because they're often too sweet, but these were perfectly balanced, light, & fluffy. (Sorry, Cafe September...but these pancakes win! 🙈) The Endless Summer Breakfast was also incredibly tasty & unique. We were so glad to have good vegetarian options! I can't recommend this place enough. The inside is, of course, also adorable. Great food & great atmosphere--would highly recommend it!

Aug 3, 2026
on Google

Was staying in Old Montreal for a few days to see Ariana Grande & decided on trying Dandy's since we were down the street - best decision we made.
The reviews aren't lying, if you wanna get in ASAP - go 30 mins before they open as people start lining up before theyre open.
The staff were wonderful & the place is a good size, with tables perfect for parties of 4 & under.
The Ricotta Pancakes & Smoked Salmon Toast were both great! I definitely prefer the toast as the brown butter maple sauce used on the pancakes was a bit too sweet for my liking, but if you've got a sweet tooth you should try the pancakes out!
I tried the maple latte & it was also quite sweet - more sugar than the taste of espresso, so good for you sweet tooths out there!
The other drink ordered was the peach & ginger iced tea, which was a bit more ginger than peach :-)

Jul 29, 2026
on Google

Absolute 5-star brunch experience at Dandy! Everything we ordered was top-tier. I highly recommend the Ricotta Pancakes with brown butter maple sauce, the Endless Summer Breakfast, & the Buttermilk Fried Chix Sandwich on brioche. Exceptional food, amazing flavors, & a great atmosphere-definitely a must-visit spot in Montreal!

Jul 29, 2026
on Google

They were very busy but the line moved quickly ans we were seated & service was fast & friendly. The ricotta pancakes were so fantastic because of thr brown butter sauce & fresh strawberries.

Jul 13, 2026
on Google

absolument délicieux!! le marilyn & les pancakes à la ricotta étaient exceptionnels & le service c'est un sans faute :))
je recommande d'arriver assez tôt pour éviter la foule

Jul 2, 2026
on Google