Overall, Éclair is praised for its exceptional coffee and a wide, carefully curated pour over menu, with baristas who are knowledgeable and friendly, and a welcoming, social vibe around a long central bar that invites sharing; the experience often includes sensory touches like smelling the beans and tasting before serving, and many reviewers rate it among the best specialty coffee spots in Montreal, though visits can be busy with longer waits, pastries can be limited or pricey, and a few drinks may vary in balance.
J'ai trouvé ce café par hasard après un jogging. De l'extérieur ça ne paraissait pas super prometteur mais, un fois entrée, j'ai été extrêmement surprise. Service chaleureux par des connaisseurs & café à faire rêver. Je recommande fortement!
Der Kaffee hier kann einiges. Die Bohnen von Sey und The Barn sind von höchster Qualität und machen einen Zwischenstopp hier sehr lohnenswert. Die Aufteilung des Cafés (Bereich zum Sitzen/Servicebereich) ist nicht so meins, aber das ist ja Ansichtssache. Der Service war top und das Ambiente sehr entspannt.
Clearly the best cafe in town. Such passion & knowledge of coffee! I never drank coffee. & since trying theirs & Sebastian's expertise, I'm converted. &, it feels communal, like a little trip to South America, which is a wonderful extra 😍
10 points for the soundscape. The music is just right. One bar, one couch, fostering a sense of community. A un-je-ne-sais-quoi of juste ce qu'il faut. Validated!
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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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.
Le café est toujours au top & le service authentique ! Merci d'entretenir ce lieu inspirant, c'est définitivement une de mes places préférées pour travailler ou rencontrer du beau monde. 🫶
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.
