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.
Sooo impressed with this hidden gem! 3 years in the city & never been here before. It's a cafe/cava where you can pace fully have a drink or two with nice music & great attention! Bread is delicious.
I may not be French but food is universal. Out of the 5 countries I've traveled to, & the 5/6 bakery/cafes in Montreal I went to, these are some of the best pastries I've ever had. Everything from the lamination to the bake to the ratio of flavors was exceptional.
I will say so the seating is outside so plan accordingly with the weather.
Normally I take photos for my reviews but I was too busy enjoying the food! 10/10 will be coming back here again.
J'y vais tout le temps car j'habite à côté. Tout y est bon, le café aussi est bien fait. Je recommande :)
Le petit plus que j'aurais aimé avoir c'est une carte de fidélité ;)
I was looking for a cafe with delicious croissants & I found it here! I had pistachio croissant with cafe au lait. The croissant was so rich & very tasty. It was so good I'm planning to come here everyday for the rest of my visit. The staff was also very nice.
c'est un take out donc pas de service vraiment ou d'ambiance mais la nourriture est bonne..des sandwiches,pizza & pâtisserie excellentes..même le café est bon..
Un endroit charmant avec beaucoup de place sur la terrasse. Parfait pour un petit arrêt en après-midi. Beaucoup de petits oiseaux pour vous tenir compagnie durant votre café. Ils ont une grandes variété de patisserie & de boisson chaude. Je recommande le chocolat chaud Ube, délicieux !
Small cafe type of shop in the basement, not a lot of space to sit inside but some available outside during the warmer months. Food is great, from sweet to salty but the price is awful, after taxes you pay close to 15$ for a roll, that's enough for a whole brunch in some places, but if you're not stingy on prices than definitely try it out.
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Super spot pour goûter de bonnes pâtisseries & un bon café !!! Ils ont de très bons choix de vins natures du Québec également. Pavel est super sympa & souriant & connaît très bien ses produits. Je recommande vivement !!!
It is DOG-FRIENDLY! It is so a rare to find. Dog friendly cafe in Montreal which is sad. But they are. There bakery is amazing. The staff are very friendly. Will definitely bring my Bernese mountain dog back & grab some delicious pastry!
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This café is truly a fantastic spot! Their variety of croissants are all delicious-crispy & perfectly baked, with the chocolate ones being just the right amount of sweet. While enjoying your food outdoors, you can also see some adorable little birds playing nearby. It's especially recommended for parents with children; the interaction between kids & the birds creates a warm & joyful atmosphere.
Terrasse agréable & staff sympathique. Le roll a 11$ c'est clairement trop cher pour ce que c'est, en plus il est loin d'être fantastique. Le café glacé, c'est en fait un café expresso allongé avec des glaçons dedans, franchement nul. Le café au lait lui était bon. On n'y reviendra pas.
