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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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.
Duc de Lorraine is widely recognized for its elegant Parisian atmosphere, stunning pastry displays, and prime location near the Oratoire Saint Joseph. Many patrons enjoy the high-quality desserts, particularly the trompe l'oeil pastries, croissants, and unique cakes, often describing them as visually impressive and delicious. The service frequently stands out, with numerous guests commending the attentive, professional, and welcoming nature of the staff. While the experience is often highlighted as a highlight of visiting Montreal, some feedback notes that the pricing is quite high for the portions provided. While the majority of guests have a wonderful experience, inconsistent service and occasional issues with food temperature or preparation have been mentioned by some. Overall, it remains a popular choice for celebrations and special occasions where guests are looking for a refined, authentic atmosphere.
Review during summer time. Once & a while visit for pantries, but not often because of the prices.
Overall, if you can't travel to Paris, just go here. You'll pay to eat, but it will be fun.
Atmosphere: We sat outside on the terrace, it had good space & was quiet enough. The interior was renovated to cater more to show off pastry & they lost some interior space from the many years ago prior. Overall it's a cute spot in a nice corner of the street.
Service: Out waitress which took care of us was outstanding. Regular follow up, making sure we got drinks, main, desserts. Food took a little bit longer than expected which is why I asked for the bill as I asked for desserts. Not a big issue.
*Shout out to the manager who saw we had kids & came over with crayons, he knows what to do. Also to the busboy who made space with the tables because it was a narrow walking path with a table of 3 (that shouldn't have been because of spacing). The staff pays attention.
Food: First off, I can cook if I want to, but sometimes you are just lazy.
-Crocque Madamme $33
-Steak $58
-Kids plate $16 +$11 for apple juice.
-Desserts $11-15,
The bill adds up quickly.
But... I enjoyed the sandwich, it was excellent but I will learn from this one & make it at home with great ingredients. The steak in gravy pepper sauce could have had a better crust on it, it was MR however more towards the rare side which I do like. All the dishes need to do better than just fries, that steak needed veggies or something for $58.
Dessert was hit or miss with the kids. Dubai croissant had a dark chocolate coating but it should have been milk chocolate. Paris Brest was excellent hazelnut flavor but very sweet. Tiramisu is my favorite & was probably the highlight for me. Not even the Mango dish could out taste, out perform a classic Tiramisu. If you want to enjoy a great mango dessert, eat a fresh ripe mango, simple as that.
À 12$, on s'attend à une viennoiserie de qualité supérieure mais quelle était la surprise quand je me suis rendue compte qu'elle n'était tout simplement pas du jour…. La pâte à croissant était presque sèche, & en tant que française je peux vous dire que ce n'était pas frais !
Une ambiance chic, un service rapide & un paradis de plats réconfortants ainsi que d'excellentes pâtisseries & viennoiseries. Je vous recommande le croissant à la pistache & à la framboise, paré de caramel, avec un café double : doux moment. Plus cher que d'ordinaire, mais le prix est vite oublié.
Visited Duc de Lorraine & had a very nice experience! The outdoor terrace is definitely better than the indoor seating, especially with the beautiful direct view of Saint Joseph's Oratory. The place is very clean, & the waiters are elegant, welcoming, & always greeting guests with a smile.
The desserts & croissants looked absolutely delicious . we tried the Paris brest dessert & the crème brûlée, both were excellent. A bit on the expensive side, but overall a lovely experience & worth visiting for the atmosphere, pastries, & view.
Overrated cafe with poor quality desserts & drinks
Stopped by here because of all the great reviews & simply did not understand the hype. The desserts looked unpolished & tasted mediocre. Had the highly recommended mille feuille & the custard had an intense egg taste, whatever the dessert is topped with tasted like a very sugary fondue layer, & it didn't feel like the mille feuille was fresh. The plain croissant & the pain au chocolat were pretty good & would be the only things I'd maybe recommend here. Espresso & americano were awful as the beans were burnt, the price is insane for that kind of quality. Staff were awesome & you can tell they put in a lot of effort to ensure the service is great. However the place was very chaotic as there's no proper guest management/directions, so everyone is trying to figure out how to order takeout & where to go for dine in. Wouldn't bother coming here again, there are so many better french pastry/dessert places in Montreal
Duc de Lorraine is a beautiful Parisian-style pastry shop that offers an amazing selection of high-quality desserts & pastries. We tried a variety including croissants, trompe-l'oeil pastries, & macarons, & everything was visually stunning & delicious.
The almond chocolate croissant was absolutely incredible-soft, smooth, rich, & perfectly chocolaty with a sweet almond flavor that melts in your mouth. The raspberry cheesecake-filled croissant was also very good, with a nice balance of fruity & creamy flavors. The mango trompe-l'oeil pastry was another highlight-creative, fresh, & beautifully presented.
We also tried a selection of macarons, which were tasty & well-made with great texture & flavor variety.
Overall, the quality & presentation are excellent, & the experience feels very premium. The only downside is that the prices are a bit on the expensive side. It would feel even better value if either the portion sizes were slightly larger or the pricing was a bit more affordable.
Still, it's a wonderful place for anyone who loves French pastries & elegant desserts-definitely worth trying at least once.
