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Éclair

Mile-End
4.6$ & $$
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Éclair Mile-End, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Éclair specializes in the precise art of French pastry production with an emphasis on technical mastery and high quality ingredients. The menu features a diverse selection of signature cream-filled choux pastries, glazed tarts, and buttery viennoiseries crafted daily to ensure optimal texture and flavor profile. Every item showcases a dedication to traditional baking methods while incorporating modern techniques to refine classic dessert structures. The interior environment functions as a minimalist space designed to highlight the visual complexity of the artisanal sweets showcased behind glass displays. Patrons select from a rotation of seasonally inspired baked goods that pair with a focused beverage menu of espresso-based coffees. This establishment operates with a strict focus on maintaining consistency across its entire range of laminated doughs and delicate cream fillings for every individual piece.

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4.6198 ratings
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Café Éclair is widely regarded as a premier destination for coffee enthusiasts in Montreal, offering an exceptional and expansive menu of pour overs, espressos, and high quality lattes that showcase unique beans from top tier roasters. The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, trendy, and communal, centered around a signature bar that encourages social interaction among customers and allows for an immersive, transparent look at the baristas, who are consistently praised for their professional expertise, kindness, and passion. While some patrons note that the seating is limited, the shop is often busy, and the meticulous preparation of each drink means that visitors should expect a slower, more deliberate experience rather than a quick grab and go service. Despite minor critiques regarding limited space or specific personal preferences, the overall consensus highlights a standout, authentic third wave coffee experience that remains a top recommendation for anyone seeking high caliber brews in a warm, inviting setting.
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Charlotte
5.0

Excellent coffee & a super friendly barista

Aug 10, 2024
on Google
Ciro
5.0

Incredible coffee experience. Very coffee focused & they're good at it

Jul 28, 2024
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Lyanna
5.0

This is the spot for quiet chats, slow delicious coffee, & intimate experiences with the baristas. It's the spot I repeatedly recommend to friends & family. Came here after a funeral on my first visit: Jair, the head barista, thoughtfully & patiently prepared me & my partner several coffees. The comfort & ease of his work & presence was so welcoming at that time. I've been coming back since for the past 3 years & have always had gentle, attentioned service from all staff members. If you are looking for a quick in'n'out drink, this is not quite the place for that nor is it the philosophy of the café, but if you are looking for a pause, an escape, & an intimate conversation around coffee, it's worth the wait 100% Remember that those serving us coffee are doing the best that they can do & when we as clients allow the patience for good service & drink, we find ourselves returning again & again until the café becomes our second home.

Jul 14, 2024
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Shayne
5.0

One of the best cafes in the city. Always serving super high quality beans from international roasters. Coffee is always dialed to perfection. I really love how the layout is like a bar, it encourages you to make conversation with others. I've had really great experiences here chatting with the staff as well as with other customers. Prices are also very fair considering the cost & quality of the coffees they carry.

Jul 13, 2024
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Virat
2.0

Interesting spot. The barista was nice, the coffee was over extracted. I always keep my expectations in check, but the coffee was below that, $4 for drip coffee. I guess one pays for the vibe, which in itself is a hit or miss cause you are part of everyone's conversation. Too cool for me, but service was ok.

Jul 6, 2024
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Stephen
5.0

Best tasting coffee we had in Montreal.

Jul 6, 2024
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Rainie
5.0

Good spot to enjoy a coffee & spend some time. The pour over here is incredibly fragrant. Barista carefully explained the different flavors of beans Also love the decor, especially the open central island

Jun 13, 2024
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Emily
5.0

Best coffee in the mile end

May 15, 2024
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Daniel
5.0

Social, cosy, trendy & best coffee with meticulous detail.

Jan 24, 2024
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CJ
5.0

Cozy spot in the Mile End neighbourhood of Montréal. The layout has a bit of a bar/lounge vibe. They serve pour over/V60 coffee, which is becoming increasingly rare in Montréal. The staff were friendly & helpful.

Dec 22, 2023
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