Since 1952, Duc de Lorraine has served French pastries, seasonal cakes, viennoiseries and macaroons using traditional recipes by great French pastry chefs. Our reputation stems from our commitment to using only the finest natural ingredients. Essentially, we use the same ingredients as our great pastry chefs from generations ago. One bite will transport you into the magical world of France.
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Our Specialties
Explore the essentials of French gastronomy, such as mille-feuille, baba au rhum, macarons, croquembouches, croissant, chocolatine, quiche Lorraine, croque-monsieur, onion soup, tartares , Benedictines, and many other French specialties.
Opinions of Duc de Lorraine describe a refined Parisian vibe with an impressive array of pastries and desserts that many reviewers call among the best in Montreal, from oversized croissants to intricate trompe l'oeil creations and a tarte au citron that draws rave comments. The bakery and cafe blend an elegant, cozy atmosphere near Oratoire Saint Joseph with consistently attentive, friendly service that makes guests feel welcome whether celebrating a birthday, enjoying a luxurious brunch, or stopping in for pastry and coffee. The food and desserts are praised for quality and presentation, and the overall experience is often described as charming, polished, and memorable, with a sense that the place truly delivers on its reputation. While prices are frequently noted as high and some guests mention long waits or moments of uneven service, many reviewers feel the combination of flavor, artistry, and service justifies the cost and invites return visits for special occasions or a refined treat.
Overall, Duc de Lorraine is a beautiful place - perfect if you're celebrating a birthday, special occasion, or big milestone. The atmosphere is elegant & charming, & it definitely feels like a treat. That said, be prepared to spend some money, because it is very expensive.
If you're just looking to grab a quick breakfast or brunch, I wouldn't recommend it - the prices don't really match a casual meal. We only had a few items, & the bill came to over $150. If I had to rate my meal, I'd give it a 6/10. The desserts were delicious but quite sweet, & overall I found some of the items to be overpriced.
It's definitely more of an experience - something to try once or twice if you enjoy upscale dining. One thing I loved is its location; it's within walking distance of Oratoire Saint-Joseph, which makes for a lovely outing. Just note that parking isn't the best, so walking or taking the metro might be easier.
The pastries at Duc de Lorraine are good, but I found them more impressive in size than in flavor. The croissants are enormous, though not the best you'll find in Montreal, & the trompe l'oeil pastries are creative & enjoyable. What does stand out here is the variety - you won't find quite the same selection at many other bakeries.
That said, in a city known for some of the best pastry chefs, I'd say Duc de Lorraine is solid but not exceptional. I'd recommend it more as a brunch spot or for the overall experience than as the go-to destination for pastries alone.
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This was the worst experience I have ever had. We reserved for 5 people & an 18 month old for a brunch in June. The service was beyond slow, took a good half hour before our order was taken. The food was terrible. My daughter ordered scrambled eggs & there must have been at least a dozen on her plate - a serving for 6 people. The sausage was grey & tasteless. Once we ordered, it took them almost an hour to bring our food even though we complained several times. The prices are astronomical & we will not be returning. Horrible experience.
Les vitrines étaient grandioses. Tout était magnifique. 😍
Nous n'avions pas réservé nous avons donc emporté nos pâtisseries & nos boissons.
J'ai été déçu quant à la fraîcheur des produits.
Nos New York Rolls étaient très secs ainsi que le croissant mais le goût était là.
Cette expérience est toutefois à tenter de préférence en réservant si vous voulez un brunch ou être assis.
Nous réessayerons une prochaine fois.
Jul 18, 2025
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Ce n'est pas ma première fois chez DucLorraine, & honnêtement, ce ne sera jamais la dernière. C'est toujours mon premier choix quand il fait beau! Leur terrasse est parfaite pour se détendre, que ce soit pour un café, un brunch ou un lunch entre amis.
Le service est impeccable - l'équipe est accueillante, professionnelle & sait exactement ce qu'elle fait. On sent qu'ils veulent offrir une belle expérience à chaque visite. L'ambiance est chaleureuse, & tout ce qu'on pourrait espérer pour passer un bon moment y est.
Bref, si tu cherches un endroit fiable, agréable, avec une super ambiance & un service au top c'est ici .
Le brunch était excellent, avec un service attentionné & chaleureux. En revanche, j'ai été déçue par le New York Roll, qui manquait de fraîcheur & donnait l'impression d'avoir été préparé depuis un certain temps. Dommage, car c'était principalement pour cette viennoiserie que je m'étais déplacée.
Probably one of the more expensive brunches I've had. I can see a lot of desire to get things right. the service was what made this not a 5 star. It wasn't flawless but if you are charging me that kind of money, I want flawless. My table was not ready, but I saw empty tables... at 9AM in the morning. it was not peak time. They had three times (3 times) crashes of plates & glasses falling to the ground. sure....It happens, sure, but three times? We ordered coffee, one came out early & the other took a lot of time time...the less complicated one to make as well. they just didn't read the room correctly. there was plenty of staff (plenty!). I made a reservation, we had to wait at the bar...it was cold in the area because the door was open....& I didn't get a warm beverage drink. We ordered the lobster benedict & the filet mignon benedict. It tasted great. the dining hall is tight & the service staff looked new & nervous. it showed. Parking was a breeze though.
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Le Duc de Lorraine est un véritable bijou culinaire au coeur de Côte-des-Neiges. Dès l'entrée, on est charmé par l'ambiance chaleureuse & élégante, qui évoque les salons de thé parisiens. Le service est impeccable : attentionné, courtois & toujours avec le sourire.
Mais ce qui fait la vraie magie de l'endroit, c'est évidemment la cuisine. Chaque bouchée est un voyage en France : des viennoiseries feuilletées à souhait, des quiches savoureuses, & que dire des pâtisseries ? La tarte au citron meringuée est une oeuvre d'art, & les éclairs rivalisent avec les meilleures pâtisseries parisiennes.
Le rapport qualité-prix est tout à fait raisonnable compte tenu de la qualité des produits & du savoir-faire. C'est devenu mon adresse incontournable pour une pause gourmande, un brunch raffiné ou tout simplement pour m'offrir un petit plaisir sucré.
Un grand bravo à toute l'équipe ! Je recommande sans la moindre hésitation.
Etant Lorraine... je me devais de visiter cet endroit ! J'ai enfin eu le temps & quelle belle découverte ! Le brunch est délicieux & que dire du service ? On dirait un resto 5 étoiles. On avait la table pour 1h30 mais on avait pas fini (on a parler beaucoup) alors ils nous ont proposer de nous déplacer au bar ou à la banquette pour qu'on puisse prendre notre temps. Oui c'est plus cher qu'un brunch ordinaire mais clairement la qualité de la nourriture & du service en valent la peine. Je recommande sans aucune hésitation !
The whole experience from the moment we walked in & were warmly greeted, to the food & service, all fantastic. My only (minor) complaint is their birthday ritual... it's loud, disruptive, & doesn't fit the chill ambiance of a lovely Sunday brunch.
Very cute & cozy atmosphere, we went there for brunch & I ordered the "québécois" the meal was so bad that I was shocked, the eggs were dry, the fruits were not fresh. We then ordered oat lattés that were good, the croissant & chocolatine were also 3/10. Do not recommend at all.
Service is great but the food is mediocre. Definitely NOT the best French brunch or the best french pastries in Montreal. Lemeac & Chez Potier are much better options but I guess not "tiktok" popular.
