Ginkgo Café Bar focuses on a diverse menu featuring artisanal burgers prepared with seasoned patties and fresh toppings served on toasted buns. The kitchen emphasizes high-quality ingredients by assembling crisp, nutrient-dense salads with house-made dressings alongside a selection of classic morning staples. Culinary execution prioritizes bold flavors through balanced textures and consistent preparation techniques. The setting provides a functional environment suitable for focused food consumption with efficient service standards throughout the space. Patrons encounter a straightforward approach to contemporary comfort food where the integrity of individual components remains the primary objective. Each dish demonstrates a commitment to foundational cooking methods that highlight produce quality and protein preparation. This establishment serves as a reliable destination for those seeking substantial meals crafted with technical precision and attention to flavor profiles.
Ginkgo Café Bar offers a lively and aesthetic environment that many patrons find ideal for casual meetings, brunch, or a quick drink between classes. The menu features several standout dishes, including flavorful poutines, creative taco options, and satisfying pancake trios that guests frequently praise for their taste and presentation. While opinions on consistency and service speed vary, many visitors highlight the welcoming nature of the staff and the pleasant, sunlit atmosphere created by the large windows. With its central location and appealing selection of mimosas and breakfast items, the establishment remains a popular destination for those looking to enjoy a vibrant social setting.
I've been to Ginkgo before & have always loved the food but today the service was non-existent. We were 2 people, got sat right away, waited 30 minutes before asking for a glass of water because no one came to see us. 30 more minutes pass, still haven't met our waiter, we didn't have a chance to even order coffee. After waiting for 1 hour we asked 2 staff members if we could please order & no one came to see us. We left without even getting a chance to taste the coffee. I've never had such a bad experience, I can understand they were understaffed but would have appreciated a heads up from our waiter (who we have yet to meet).
Le serveur n'a pas été poli du tout, a eu un comportement très transphobe & ne s'est pas occupé de nous : il n'a jamais rempli nos verres d'eau ni débarrassé la table. Une de ses collègues a dû venir débarrasser à sa place. Après 15 minutes d'attente, nous avons dû demander à un autre employé pour pouvoir payer, mais nous avons encore été ignorés.
Quand le serveur est enfin revenu dans notre secteur après une trentaine de minutes, j'ai décidé de ne pas lui laisser de pourboire en raison du service déplorable. Il m'a alors presque sauté au visage en haussant la voix & en m'appelant « monsieur ». J'avais peur qu'il devienne violent. Je ne recommande absolument pas cet endroit.
Nourriture assez bonne & endroit très vivant. Prix un peu élevé. Même s'il se trouve dans un pavillon de l'UQAM, ne vous méprenez pas, ce n'est pas du tout un bon endroit pour étudier.
Absolutely TERRIBLE service, not only did we get sat at a table but then had to ask for service to even get waters + coffees out which took 20 minutes & the place was not even busy.
We then had to ask for if our food is ready after we waiting for 45 minutes AGAIN. We didn't order something complicated either. We got 2 eggs Benedict's.
To top it off, we never got our waters filled or even asked how our food was. I had to leave a zero tip because I was that disgusted in the service.
What a joke & a waste of time, don't bother spending your money here. It's a joke. Never had this bad of service at a restaurant in my life.
Samedi 4 juillet, nous nous sommes présenté 4 au restaurant afin de profiter d'un bon déjeuné & la formule mimosa à volonté, sans succès. 14h15. On nous informée qu'il avait plus de mousseux ni de jus d'orange... Très déçu, on reste tout de même. Le service est très très très long. Personne vient nous voir pour prendre notre commande avant 14h35. Finalement, nous allons chercher un serveur qui s'occupe quand même assez bien. Il revient quelques minutes plus tard & nous informe que malgré que la cuisine ferme à 15h, 14h45 FERME.
Après près à 1h dans le resto , pas d'eau, plus de mimosa & impossible de déjeune. Nous avons quitté.
Nous somme des clients réguliers & nous avons changer de resto dej après cette expérience désagréable .
I've never left a review before in my life, but I felt like I had to this time.
Do not come to this establishment unless you want to be disappointed. The few times I've been here, the service has been consistently slow & poor. The bathrooms are dirty, & they refuse to serve customers before the restaurant's posted closing time.
Today, I even called ahead to make sure I would be able to come in at 2:30. I was told over the phone that it would be fine, but when I arrived, I was turned away at the door.
Save yourself the frustration & spend your money elsewhere. There are much better brunch spots, like Big Trouble, Arthur's, or even Allô! Mon Coco.
i was genuinely surprised by this place. i'm a big brunch person & have tried more than 10 different brunch spots around Montreal, & unfortunately, this was probably my least favorite experience so far.
the food was disappointing, & the service was surprisingly poor, especially considering how busy & popular the place seemed to be. the atmosphere wasn't really for me either, & honestly, i left wondering why it was so crowded.
maybe we just caught them on a bad day, but based on my experience, i wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a great brunch with good food & service. there are much better brunch options around Montreal.
