La Cave à Manger is a tiny yet highly praised bakery tucked into Old Montreal with a cozy, intimate vibe and a small seating area, where pastries are repeatedly described as flaky, buttery and addictive. Standouts include the pistachio roll, croissant eclairs, croissants and the tiramisu croissant roll, along with beloved bagels and ham and cheese croissant, and the space often earns praise for its breads and creative offerings; the pistachio croissant and red velvet croissant are frequently cited as among the best in town. The service is consistently friendly and attentive, with staff going the extra mile, though some notes mention prices being on the high side for the portions and occasional inconsistencies in flavor. The space is small and sometimes crowded, with outdoor seating in good weather, and the basement location adds rustic charm. Overall, La Cave à Manger stands out as a must visit for pastry lovers in the Old Port, delivering high quality baked goods and a welcoming atmosphere, with many reviewers already planning a return.
Enjoyed our eclair & the best ham & cheddar croissant we've ever had! The staff was friendly, & loved the concept of a boulangerie tucked into this location!
Tucked into the cobblestoned charm of Old Montreal, La Cave à Manger Boulangerie feels like the kind of place you wander into on a whim & leave remembering for all the right reasons. I stopped in near closing time on a small but meaningful mission: to find a birthday treat for a friend, ideally something kissed with pistachio. By then, their pistachio pastries had already sold out, hardly a surprise, but my momentary disappointment didn't go unnoticed.
The gentleman behind the counter met it with an easy warmth that defines great neighborhood bakeries. Along with the chocolatine & almond croissant I chose, both impeccably flaky, buttery, & deeply satisfying, he tucked in a cookie on the house. It was a small gesture, but one that spoke volumes about the care & attentiveness here. Service like that turns a good bakery into a beloved one.
Most importantly, the pastries landed exactly as hoped. My friend was very happy. In the end, La Cave à Manger delivered more than dessert. It delivered generosity, quality, & a reminder that hospitality can be just as memorable as what's in the pastry case.
Comme un bon Français, j'ai écumé pas mal de boulangeries. Mais après une dizaine de jours à traîner à travers le Québec, nous tombons sur cette boulangerie bien au dessus des autres! Quel plaisir gustatif! Du pains & des viennoiseries excellente. Un service très sympas, un vrai bon espresso & d'après ma femme un super cappuccino.
Locaux ou touristes comme nous, ne doutez pas & foncez.
Oui certains dirons que les prix sont élevés mais quand vous comparez ce que vous payez dans les autres boulangeries ou quand vous regardez le prix du pain en grande surface…
Bref je recommande vraiment.
A great casual dining spot located in a very central location in Bonsecours Market in Old Montreal. We stopped here during a late summer day at the port & had an excellent meal with prompt service.
We had a plain Croissant, Croissant Aux Amandes, Tomates Sechees & Pour Ici Pizza Slices &, freshly squeezed orange juice & 3 bottles of water which totaled $40.79 CAD. If I had more room, I would have definitely have had a Chocolat Chaud as well!
The boulangerie also sells their freshly baked breads wholesale to other retail dining establishments so they are well-known & well-regarded.
PROS
- Great central location in Old Montreal.
- Friendly, chill staff.
- Great food & a decent value, given the location. Most of the restaurants in the area are much pricier options.
- Nice outdoor, covered sitting area.
CONS
- Small indoor dining area.
- Outdoor sitting tables tuned over quickly & were not cleaned as frequently which attracted wasps / bees.
La Cave a Manger is a highly recommended casual dining spot when you are in Old Montreal & I will certainly be back.
Sep 30, 2025
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La Cave à Manger Boulangerie in Old Montréal is an iconic, rustic patisserie that's definitely worth a visit! They offer a highly curated selection of pastries, & we went for the chocolate croissant éclairs & the tiramisu croissant roll. Both were absolutely delicious-the fillings were rich & flavorful, & the pastries themselves were fresh, flaky, & buttery without being overly sweet. Every bite was a delight!
I also loved the ambiance of the place. It's rustic & charming, with a perfect outdoor seating area to enjoy your treats. It's a great spot to relax & take in the vibe of the Old Port. I'll definitely be back to try more of their amazing pastries!
J'étais dans le coin pour quelques heures & cherchais pour une boulangerie. J'ai presque manqué l'entrée parce qu'il avait personne assis à l'avant. C'était très tranquille, un peu trop même. J'ai acheté un chocolat chaud & un croissant jambon-fromage qui était vraiment pas bon pour leur prix & un croissant amande que j'ai aimé. En plus, ils m'ont donné un cadeau après mon achat, 2 rolls, 1 au chocolat & l'autre à érable, qui m'ont ramené vers une note positive par comment délicieux ils étaient. Je recommande que les rolls.
Visiting old Montreal, I was looking for a traditional French boulangerie… this was it! I got the hangover cure croissant & the almond croissant & both were excellent. The hangover cure was one of a kind- egg, bacon, cheese, & a béchamel sauce. The coffee menu was great, I got an iced vanilla latte that was delicious. Highly recommend! Limited seating inside though I did score a table. There is a decent amount of standing room counter however. Lots of outdoor seating.
Nous sommes dans le vieux, mais c'est quand même juste une boulangerie 12$ pour une baguette & deux croissants, c'est franchement exagéré au niveau prix.
Boulangerie - restaurant. Beaucoup de monde, bonne ambiance. Bizarre la pizza en pâte à pain, mais pas mauvais du tout. Gâteaux délicieux. Aïe le prix du pain français au Canada ! 5 dollars canadiens la baguette, soit environ 3,50 €.
We came for the croissants, & they were fantastic! Whike our trip was crpissant-centric; there was a broad selection of items in the shop along with the baked goods. When we arrived, we were unsure about what to order but the staff were very patient & kind. Not much space inside the boulangerie, but a lovely patio seating area just outside.
Boulangerie en sous sol façon cave c'est original bien que compliqué d'accès à cause des petites marches. Service bon & rapide. Prix élevés tout de même ! Le biscuit chocolat est bon mais texture friable, mais il me fait penser à des sablés bretons plus qu'à des cookies ordinaires.
*edit: I have never met a more generous & kind staff in my life as the two boys that were on August 4th at the night shift, literally they deserve raises, & I have never regretted not leaving a higher tip. Literally I was about to come back like five times but I thought it would be weird 🤣God bless their hearts. Truly amazing people! *Tasty tasty tasty! I came here for the crème brûlée roll (it turned out that they change flavors daily , so I wasn't in luck) but my pistachio- orange roll was honestly heaven. One of the best boulangeries ici!
Habitué a prendre les roll de cette boulangerie. Ils sont d'habitude très frais & très bon. Aujourd'hui ceux a la pistache étaient vraiment moues (pas du jour ?). De plus prix vraiment excessif 11$ hors taxe le roll c'est vraiment rendu trop cher pour ce que c'est avant c'était autour de 9$
Cet endroit propose parmi les meilleures viennoiseries de Montréal. J'ai eu l'occasion de goûter leur NY roll à la pistache ainsi que leur chocolatine qui sont absolument délicieux. En revanche, le lieu est très petit avec seulement 3 places assises environ. Bien qu'il y ait une petite terrasse à l'extérieur, ce n'est donc pas toujours approprié pour y manger en hiver. Malgré cet inconvénient, je recommande vivement cette boulangerie pour une pause gourmande dans le Vieux-Port.
