Yolks Montréal is a chef-founded breakfast and brunch restaurant known for its Perfectly Poached™ eggs and scratch-made comfort classics. Founded in Vancouver in 2012, Yolks has grown to multiple locations across Canada, bringing its West Coast roots to Montréal. Everything at Yolks is made with care, from house-made sauces to the way each plate is prepared. The goal is simple: breakfast, but better—served in a warm, welcoming space.
Yolks Breakfast is described as a lively, non traditional brunch spot with a wide range of unique plates and a build-your-own option, where eggs are typically poached or scrambled rather than fried; the menu features hearty dishes such as benedicts, chicken and waffles, and vegan options like tofu scramble, with many plates showing fresh flavors and homemade sauces, jams, and condiments; the atmosphere is bright and busy, making it a popular destination in the West Island and DDO, though weekends can be loud and lines long and reservations are not always available; service is generally praised as friendly and attentive with efficient takeout, but some visits note teething issues during soft openings and occasional portion or pricing quirks where sides feel extra; overall Yolks Breakfast is viewed as a standout new option with high quality, creative offerings, and a welcoming vibe that encourages repeat visits to enjoy the atmosphere and variety.
There is only 2 choices for eggs, so you would think that they would know how to cook them correctly. I asked for poched eggs mollet. My egg was so overcooked that the yolk did not run. The toasts were cold & hard. The waiter did not come to ask if we wanted coffe refills. Needless to say I will not return there.
My friend was also very disappointed in the quality of her breakfast.
When trying to make a reservation over the phone, the young lady told us that they didn't take reservations on weekends but that there shouldn't be much wait at 10am (the time I was trying to book for). My friends & I arrived on Saturday morning around 10am & as the young lady had predicted, we did not have to wait very long for a table. I will also mention that there is parking on-site, which is always appreciated. The food was delicious & the portions were generous. Now the reason for the 2 star review is because of the service we received; I am someone who goes out to eat often & I have never received a service like this one. The older gentleman who waited our table made us feel incredibly rushed, asking us if we wanted to take our leftovers to go while we were still eating, & shortly after asking if he can bring our bills. We were very shocked, as it didn't feel like we had arrived that long ago so it wasn't like we were unreasonably hoarding a table. I was so shocked that I checked the time (maybe time flew without us realizing?) & turns out we had only been there for an hour! On top of that, I was facing the door so I was able to see clients coming in & being seated not long after, so I am not sure what was the reason for such impatience but it left a bitter impression.
Had the pleasure of eating at this new restaurant. Our server Victoria gave us excellent service, polite, attentive & answered all our questions on the menu. The place was st capacity so it was quite noisy but it had a good vibe. Food came quickly with good size portions. Coffee was surprisingly delicious. Overall a very positive experience.
Modern cafe & nature vibes - sophisticated breakfast restaurant. ☕?🌷
Not too noisy or too quiet, just the perfect balance between life & death. 🫠🪦
Formula one trained cooks which deliver your food before you even finished ordering. 🏎?🧑?🍳
I recommend trying their deepfried avocado options they sound weird but aren't & taste really good.
The eggs here are actually super tasty & are the restaurant's main specialty as they're sourced from some special farm somewhere I forgot where but you don't need to know you can just trust the process. 🗣?💯
For dessert I went for a single cinammon roll pancake, the plate comes with 5 usually as to comply with the diabetic demands of the consumers obviously.. 🩸📈
The location is perfect, sandwhiched right between the donut shop nextdoor & the gym just to test your decision making capabilities & discipline 🤨🫵.
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The food was served hot & was tasty. The server came to us promptly on arrival offering coffee & other beverages. The options were different from most breakfast restaurants in the area. If you want a quick but not rushed breakfast this is a good option.
Nice spot for a brunch ! It brings a fresh approach to breakfast that was must needed in this industry. The food was very good, the service was quick & efficient. Definitely worth the try!
Mar 24, 2026
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Visited for a birthday brunch on a Sunday. It was a very busy morning with a big crowd at the front, & we waited about 30 minutes to be seated.
?The birthday person really enjoyed the chicken & waffles, which was the highlight! However, my own meal (the Eggs Benedict) arrived a bit cold. It seemed like the kitchen was just spread very thin because of the Sunday rush, as it looked like several tables around us were also waiting quite a while for their orders.
?The staff was friendly & the place has a nice vibe, but the food temperature & the long wait for a table made it just an'okay' experience this time. Great potential, but hopefully more consistent during the next rush.
First time here & looking forward to next visit to try other menu items! I mean I can only eat so much 😆 I ordered the salmon avo toast, & bf had the usual breakfast but with truffle lemon potatoes. The smoked salmon was a bit fishy so I didn't like it. The potatoes were good but not all bits were tossed with the sauce. I want to try the beignets, bb pancakes & crispy avo next time. Service is excellent!
Fresh new place , portions are generous , it's not your usual boring breakfast place, so food looks good tastes amazing & price for what you get is logical, the service was perfect. Gluten free options , Overall experience very positive
I got the chicken & waffles plate. Tbh, I wouldn't have been able to tell apart the food from a piece of cardboard. The chicken was bland, emaciated & cooked to high hell. I think it comes frozen & prefried & refried to order. The waffles were boring. The pickled jalapenos make no sense being on the plate. The poached egg was hard when asked for medium.
That being said, the service was really good & the restaurant is well designed. I really liked the esthetics of the place. Bathroom is super clean. Easy to reserve tables for a large group.
Anyways, first & last time for me. Way better breakfast places in Montreal for better prices.
Mar 21, 2026
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The menu revolves around poached eggs, which might be great if you love them. I don't. I swapped for scrambled eggs but they were bland & dry. The waffle was good. The homemade tots were delicious.
The fried chicken was just okay. A bit dry & not the typical crispy fried chicken you expect, especially when it's paired with waffles. Also, how are chicken & waffles not automatically served with maple syrup? In Quebec? 🤯
That feels like a crime.
Our waitress was very nice but seemed new. We had to ask a few times for condiments & coffee refills. The place is also quite loud, so conversation wasn't the easiest.
Food was delivered cold, our coffee was full of coffee grinds. I asked for eggs without chives. Got chives. Waitress was very nice & service was good. Disappointing. Not going back.
