Reviewers describe Dandy as a stylish, bustling brunch spot with a bright, cozy, Instagram-worthy space and consistently friendly, attentive service. Standouts like ricotta pancakes and the fried chicken sandwich are repeatedly praised, often with generous portions, crispy fingerling potatoes, and rich maple or aioli accents. The menu is seen as inventive but compact, with Endless Summer breakfast, mushroom toast, avocado toast and salads earning praise while a few dishes are viewed as overpriced or not as exciting. Lines and crowds are a common weekend theme, and some guests note loud surroundings and limited seating or no reservations. Coffee and pastries are frequently highlighted as high quality, and the overall vibe is lively yet welcoming. Overall, Dandy is regarded as a top brunch option in the area, delivering memorable dishes and solid service, with most diners willing to return despite the potential for wait times and cost.
Came for brunch on Sunday around 2 pm (all day brunch!)
Menu is straightforward. Atmosphere is amazing, we love the vibe. Staff was quick, attentive & kind.
Food was pretty good & fresh, the highlight definitely being the amazing creamy dressing of the salad to the sandwich. However the price point does feel a biiiiit too high. These are Vieux Montreal prices, or maybe Shay. With drinks, two people came out to $111. Not TOO too high, obviously we appreciated the excellent service & the fresh food but the same could be found elsewhere (maybe villeray/plateau) for a bit less.
J'ai été déçue de la tartine au saumon fumé. Le saumon était délicieux, mais le 3/4 de la toast était un amas d'haricots & de petits pois sans gout. À 27,99 $, ça donne l'impression qu'on a cherché à remplir l'assiette sans effort, de la manière la plus cheap possible.
Honnêtement, ne commandez pas de boisson. J'ai gouté le latte, matcha & chocolat chaud & tout était décevant. Y'avait un arrière gout d'eau tiède de robinet.
En revanche, le déjeuner d'été éternel était bon & plus copieux.La salade & la sauce se mariaient bien avec la toast.
Delicious food! Large portions, almost too American lol. We had the chicken sandwich, the pancakes (a must) & the summer breakfast. Would recommend all! The service was very attentive & friendly.
This was a recommendation from our Airbnb host & it was wonderful! First resturant we came to after landing in Montreal. The chicken sandwich was excellent! & the service was awesome!
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There's a line here for good reason. The food is excellent as is the service for a spot so busy. We had Caesars to start followed by the Chicken Sandwich, Ricotta Pancakes & fingerling potatoes. Everything was fabulous.
You know a place is great when you're planning your next choice from the menu before you leave.
Thank you !
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Honestly I didn't see anything but, food is very normal, place is cute but very busy at least over weekend that I went it was so loud.
Very long line, we waited for at least an hour to get a table, I wouldn't do that if I knew food is basic & not worth the hype
You can get take out coffee as well, if you like matcha, try their matcha/pistachio drink
May 24, 2025
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I was a bit hesitant because of previous reviews about it being very busy, but I'm so glad I tried my luck! The seasonal pancakes were delicious! The service was great too. It is on the pricier side though (compared to other possible options in the area). If you enjoy sweet & tangy flavors I recommend this plate. I paired it with a side of bacon.
I really loved eating at dandy! My family wants to go again asap. The food was delicious & had giant portions-we didn't finish it all. The fingerling potatoes with aioli were incredibly crispy, salty, & tangy in all the right ways. The pancakes were simple, but done well. They were so thick & soft & the thick caramel syrup with the bitter ricotta cream was delicious. The fried chicken sandwhich was huge & juicy. It could use some hot sauce! Finally, the italiano was classic & delicious. Drinks were good too! There was a long line out the door, though, so don't show up starving.
I brought my parents to have a Mother's Day celebration. The wait time was super quick, like 5-10 minutes & we were served to a nice table. The server was very courteous, & the food was quick to come even if it was packed. The food were all really good & a very good portion. We ate only savoury food. 😋😋My dad & mom really enjoyed their time there & thought it was super tasty. The patates & chicken are super yum!!!!
