Monday

8 am - 5 pm

Tuesday

8 am - 5 pm

Wednesday

8 am - 5 pm

Thursday

8 am - 5 pm

Friday

8 am - 6 pm

Saturday

8 am - 6 pm

Sunday

9 am - 5 pm

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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.

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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Caroline

5.0

Amazing coffee place with great staff, great music & great ambiance. On top of that, they have a very good selection of books they sell!

Oct 17, 2023

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Joy

Love the vibe of this place, & the barista has great taste in music. Good espressos here too.

LOVE the layout & decor - the place is small but unique.

Only drawback is lack of decaf. (Yeah I am one of those people that asks for decaf 🥴) But barista offered helpful alternatives & suggestions on which coffees has less caffeine as well as herbal teas.

Also the vibe of this place was amazing —barista was a good mix of attentive & laidback to let people have their own space.

Have to just say again, the decor is amazing. From the window / couch in front, to the counter, to the little nook in the back w a screen — My bet is it the owner has background in interior design, or got a smoking cool company to do this space.

Oct 2, 2023

Derek

Really good coffee. Had an oat latte & came back later the same day for an americano. So good I bought the beans. & I’ve been to a lot of coffee shops!

Aug 19, 2023

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