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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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About

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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5★
84%
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Reviews for Éclair

Food
Service
on Google4.7 (300+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
84%
4★
6%
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Review Summary

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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Five clients to take care of, the guy takes my order & says to go sit down (he'll bring the coffee over he says). Waited 20 minutes, looked up from my book, he's sitting at the bar chatting with some girl, I make eye contact with him three times, I don't exist. Is this a self serve café? I don't get it.

Jan 24, 2026
on Google
5.0

The best experience! the people! the coffee! the place is just amazing! Merci Mariane

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

Café Éclair - Montreal

Beautiful café with a great atmosphere. I really liked the central bar & how it encourages people to share the space & enjoy a coffee together. Service was very good, & the coffee itself was solid. A pleasant spot to stop & take in the vibe.

Dec 25, 2025
on Google

Atmosphere, people, Baristas are all amazing.

Dec 17, 2025
on Google
5.0

Best coffee in town.

Dec 4, 2025
on Google

We had a fantastic experience here!! Love all the different options they had available for pourover, & they brewed a delicious cup of the wilder lasso gesha. Cool ambience, vibe, & friendly people. We would highly recommend - this & escape lab a cafe were our favorite coffees in MTL.

Nov 30, 2025
on Google

Un de mes cafés préférés à Montréal. Leurs cafés figurent clairement dans mon top 3, & le personnel est toujours incroyablement gentil :).
Ça peut sembler tout simple, mais lors de ma dernière visite, j'étais avec mon petit en porte-bébé & je peinais un peu avec mes cafés. La barista est immédiatement venue m'aider à « gérer » tout ça. C'est la première fois qu'on m'offre un soutien aussi attentionné, & c'était tellement apprécié ! J'adore aussi le mur comprenant des livres qu'on peut acheter : une excellente idée.

Nov 17, 2025
on Google

Really excellent cafe. Pour over is excellent & they have a really wide selection of coffees. The baristas are also really friendly knowledgeable. Great atmosphere too.

Nov 8, 2025
on Google

Great atmosphere, very friendly staff & warm smiles!

They were kind enough to keep a package for a friend of mine, thank you!

Nov 4, 2025
on Google

Café Éclair
This little spot was right across from where I parked, near all the vintage shops I started exploring. It looked tiny-a hole in the wall-but packed with locals, so of course I had to try it. Inside, everyone seemed to know what they were doing, most of them gathered around a big table that looked like they were all doing their homework. I ended up at the only other table with a few strangers, & we all enjoyed our coffee together. This, to me, is what Montreal is all about. Top points for that Montreal vibe.

Nov 1, 2025
on Google