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.
service & coffee top notch but the pastries were lower than expected
they were sweeter than expected not every thing looked fresh! the cake wasn't as sweet & tasted good.
The pastries themselves are amazing (I've tried the chocolatines + various small cakes & treats) & I can see why the specialty & artistic pieces are priced so high, however the baked good staples of croissants/chocolatines/basic cakes, etc are NOT worth the high price tag this place charges. I would only say these are worth it as a nice gift to others, or if you get them on a discount such as through Too Good to Go.
Mar 25, 2026
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Wow! Make this a place to stop & enjoy some wonderful food. Very generous servings, fantastic pastries, the quiches are awesome & the Cappuccino was dusted with dark chocolate. Wicked yummy!!
Dec 24, 2025
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We ordered four different pastries with warm drinks. The atmosphere & staff were amazing, but the pastries were honestly the lowest quality I've ever had. They weren't even fresh, at least 2,3 days old. I'm not even sure what to say. We were all genuinely shocked.
Good pastries, but order inside & eat outside instead of ordering on the table. It's cheaper & it will not take forever for the food & coffee to arrive
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.
This place offers high-quality, delicious, & authentic pastries, along with fresh fruit options. Prices are a little on the higher side, but overall the experience is worth it. In the summer, you can enjoy watching the turtles while sitting at the outdoor tables, which adds a special charm. The atmosphere has a great vibe, & the staff are polite, attentive, & considerate. Definitely a spot worth visiting!
Found them through TikTok. Was meeting up with an old acquaintance so we decided to check it out, loved it so much I brought my parents a month later to treat them to a night out. The only thing is the service isn't consistent, not sure if it was the time of day or if the staff was new & nervous but night staff was WAY better than noon. The food, the drinks, the pastries. LOVE! I will be back 😌😏
Reputable establishment.
This isn't the first time I come here, but it's the first in a while.
The food was delicious, but the service was slow & forgetful. I had to ask twice for water, & had to remind the waiter for my dessert.
We were seated at an awkward table, where customers came & went to get their pastries.
All in all, I enjoyed the food greatly, though I will not come back again.
FIY, I ordered the bagel eggs benedict & mimosa, & my friend ordered the avocado toast & coffee.
The service was 1A very kind waitress & all staff…. But this is an overrated resto, we paid 38 +tax for a hamburguer that the chef forgot to put the onion… same taste & more vegetables at Macdonalds… an almost $60 for a stake that was'well done' but ordered medium.
The pastries save the day… mother's day
& they are petfriendly thats a sta
