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Joie de Livres

Mile-End
4.8$
OPEN9 am - 11 pm
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Joie de Livres Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Bilingual bookstore, café, bar, and event space in Mile End! We specialize in romance, horror, fantasy, and science fiction.

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Reviews for Joie de Livres

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Review Summary

Joie de Livres is a warm and enchanting bookstore cafe where books, coffee and cocktails mingle in a calm bookish atmosphere. The space blends a bookstore with a cafe bar, offering a cozy vibe that invites reading, studying, or enjoying a drink while browsing titles across fantasy, romance, and other genres. Visitors note strong friendly staff and helpful service, a varied drink menu, and desserts or snacks that pair well with the literary setting. Occasional crowding during peak hours and limited seating are mentioned as challenges, with some wishing for more comfortable chairs or more seating options. Overall Joie de Livres stands out for its magical ambiance, beautiful decor, and the unique concept of a cafe library that makes it a favorite spot for book lovers and for events or book clubs.
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It is a magical place! So beautiful & books absolutely everywhere! The staff are super kind & helpful. There is also beautiful jewelry made by local artist so that is also really nice. That place is amazing!!!

May 11, 2026
on Google

Such a cute store with great food & coffee!

May 3, 2026
on Google

I loved my visit here! Found a special edition of my favourite book while enjoying a glass of wine, will definitely be back for more books & goodies! Amazing environment to be in as a book lover.

Apr 27, 2026
on Google

Eclectic & delightful. Mix of English & French books across genres.

Apr 26, 2026
on Google

What a delightful coffee shop & bookstore! I only strolled in to check out the books, would love to come back to have a coffee & read!

Apr 26, 2026
on Google

Nice place to stop by & browse books or to get a coffee & a snack. Staff is friendly & the vibe is good.

Apr 23, 2026
on Google

Just a lovely bookstore. & they serve coffee & drinks too!

Apr 17, 2026
on Google

Incredible coffee, immaculate vibes. I could spend years here.

Apr 15, 2026
on Google

The staff are really nice, & they give helpful book recommendations. Also, definitely try the Guilty Pleasures cocktail--it has an amazing chamomile flavor in it that I have never had in a cocktail before. 😍

Apr 11, 2026
on Google

Great cafe/bookstore. We really enjoyed the variety of books. We were able to explore & enjoy drinks from the café.

Apr 10, 2026
on Google

The best bookstore in all of Canada. The rumors are true. Just go.

Apr 10, 2026
on Google

Superbe boutique de livre incluant un petit bistro ! Il y a des événements intéressants aussi !

Apr 9, 2026
on Google

Really lovely little shop with a low key cafe inside. I liked that they had markers in the bathroom to write on the walls!

Apr 9, 2026
on Google

Super endroit pour les amoureux de livres

Apr 6, 2026
on Google

Beautiful library focused on four genres mainly (romance, sci fi, horror & fantasy). There's a café to stop by & have a great time.

Apr 6, 2026
on Google

The place is cozy & strongly reminds me of Shakespeare & Company in Paris. Unfortunately, the selection is poor & the shelves are badly organized. English & French books are mixed together, often without any way of knowing which is which. There also seems to be an overwhelming focus on romantasy/romance. It is such a shame, because I liked the place.

Apr 5, 2026
on Google

Incredible selection of historical romance books!

Apr 4, 2026
on Google

I was really nice & the cozy vibe is good

Apr 3, 2026
on Google

Merveilleuse librairie polyvalente! Parfait pour une lecture avec un café ou un verre!

Apr 3, 2026
on Google

Such a fun little bookstore & cafe! Cocktails & stick selections very good!

Mar 30, 2026
on Google