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.
Our team is waiting for you with open arms.
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.
the food was perfect, the coffee quality is great coming from a coffee snob. service & ambiance was just amazing. we were there for a birthday brunch & the team sang for us 5/5.
We were a party of 2 & ordered Berry Mojito mocktails to start, then had the Benedictine au crabe & Dejeuner du chef followed by the Eclair creme Chantilly & Cheesecake exotique with an Americano & an Iced coffee. The service was excellent & the food was divine. Will need to return to try other items!
Aug 19, 2024
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I have been fortunate to receive as a gift recently, the most delicious pastries from this renown bakery! They are indeed scrumptious & yummy next day too. This location is a gem, it's the heart of the Cote des Nieges area, & it has the highest quality pastries that never disappoint👍. I have been a client myself for 50 years...picking up baked goods & delicious quiches since my early 20's. Everything is exceptional! I have lunched on their terrace with friends &, I have enjoyed coffee hour there too. A visit is essential whether you are a tourist or a local, or traveling through the area, heading to the multiple surrounding tourist areas in the vicinity. Do stop in!
I dont know of many places you can sip a coffee with wonderful pastries & a staff that is so attentive in a location like this. Clear 5 stars & if there was a 6th star Id give it. Thanks for your service Andrew
Instagram advertisement was pretty intriguing. Headed there for breakfast/ brunch. The morning was slightly chillier for end of June. The restaurant had outdoor heaters available. The place was packed. Reservation should be made ahead of time. Food, presentation, restaurant cleanliness were outstanding. They have dangerous amount of pastries here. Prepare for hard choice to make. Coffee refill was suggested. We were pleasantly surprised. Our server was either new or on training. However, entire team had been taking care of our table. Paid parking on the street is possible.
$45 for spaghetti? $30 for an onion soup? You've got to be kidding me They lost my drink (twice), forgot to give me water, & I still left paying $30 for a pastry & a coffee. Nice atmosphere but save your money & use it to go to 10 alternative places. You'll be far happier that you did.
The pastries are a must try. Their croissants remind me of the ones I had in the south of France. If you're visiting the Oratory & you're looking for a coffee & pastry stop, Duc de Lorraine is your go-to 👌
Apr 27, 2024
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Food was ok for the price point. Not great or bad but just ok. For the price they charge, I expect something extraordinary. 45$ for a basic 2 egg, back & bread is outrageous, especially when it looks like something I can get for half price at any ordinary breakfast place. BUT their pastries are amazing. The new york croissant was flaky & buttery & the pistachio filling had a very nice deep flavor profile. I would come back for their pastries & coffee storefront, not so much for their brunch.
We only had coffee & desserts. The coffee was great. The dessert presentation was fantastic but I wasn’t impressed by the taste. My crème brûlée needed a more intense vanilla flavour. The service was satisfactory.
The service was so slow. We waited so long to be served water & coffees & any time we needed simple things like salt, pepper, ketchup, it took 15minutes to receive. The food was hot once it arrived, that was positive, however it lacked salt & flavor. Very expensive for a mediocre brunch at best. The terrace was beautiful & atmosphere quite nice. The music they play for birthdays is extremely loud & quite long & off putting. I would go back for their pastries but not for brunch.
Visiting was a must do thing while in Montréal! All people were super nice & friendly. Best coffee & food we have had in a long time. Look forward to coming back.
Visited Duc for the first time, the food was exceptional & the staff was pleasant. Highly recommend for a quick coffee or a meal. They have delicious pastries. I had to try the crème brûlée donut which was worth every calorie haha. For breakfast I had the ham & cheese croissant which was so tasty. Finished off with an espresso. Enjoy!!
Apr 3, 2023
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We have been coming to this restaurant for weekend brunch whenever we're in Montréal for over 7 years now. The restaurant is always busy on the weekend which I love. Plenty of great energy & laughs in the air. The food & coffee is always excellent. They also have bottomless mimosas!
Service was terrible. There were only 7 people dining breakfast in the restaurant & the service was slow, did not contain everything we ordered & had to ask 3-4 times just for coffee. Our guest from the US could not order her food because there wasn't even one English menu.
We have been going to Duc de Lorraine since the 60s & it was a real gem! Service was impeccable, pastries & sandwiches were exquisite so much that it became a tradition to us. Yesterday we went around 5:30pm just for a pastry & coffee. We didn't want to spoil dinner so we also ordered a bagel & cream cheese (yes, it WAS on the menu). We were told this was for breakfast only. We had to wait about 15 minutes to have the menus. After our order, we waited about half an hour for the pastry. No shortage of staff so there was no reason to be "ignored" & stalled. In looking at the menu, though, the prices seemed to have quadrupled over the last few years. They try to transform it into a scandalizing expensive place (hamburger about $18, chicken caesar about $26, etc.). Years ago it was much, much better, & the place was always full. These days, people might come for a coffee & a pastry (most are at $8). Wining & dining might cost about $100 or more per person. What a shame!
Every time I visit this fabulous place with incredible design, décor & service especially, the excellent taste of the food comes naturally. Genuine French pastry, extremely tasty croissants & coffees. What a fantastic scenic view form the terrace. A+++
This is my go to. Want to sit & enjoy a cup of coffee with a friend? perfect. Need a sandwich on the run? got it. Have a sweet tooth that needs to be addressed. the perfect remedy. The owners work everyday & the time, energy, & effort they put in is immediately apparent. Worth every penny.
