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.
Matcha crossaint roll is a must!!! Very strong matcha flavour without being too sweet or too bitter. Lots of cream & matched perfectly with the crunch of the croissant. Definitely will get one every time I visit!
The pistachio one was too sweet & thick. The chocolate one was just Nutella on the inside & thus too sweet. For $11 each, it is a good treat since they are quite big.
j'ai pris des rolls & des créclaires, c'est chère mais y'a la qualité qui va avec. Seuil hic j'ai appelé pour commander a l'avance car c'est a 45minutes de chez moi & j'ai u un non sec sans explications.
Jan 11, 2025
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Hidden below the market, this place seems like a hole in the wall kinda hidden gem Tried the croissant roll here & it was so good . The crust of the croissant is so nice & crispy but it can be abit jelat eating them all by yourself. Best to share it with people :)
My friend & I stopped by to try their famous 📌rolls, & the Halloween 📌Pumpkin Roll did not disappoint. The creamy pumpkin filling inside is delicious! Perfectly balanced, not too sweet or overpowering, making it an ideal treat for the season. Paired with a warm latte, it was the ultimate cozy autumn snack. If you are in Old Port & looking for a tasty seasonal treat, definitely check this place out!
Pistachio roll at $12.50 was decent, but not great, & will not return. Crust better than average, but filling average at best. Does not justify the ratings or price.
Oct 14, 2024
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Good place to try croissants & coffee. Tried pistachio roll . Too much cream in my opinion as it overpowers the taste of the roll itself. Coffee was ok.
We stopped in to order some pastries for dessert. The chocolatine/pain au chocolat was very good. The pistachio & strawberry matcha croissant(?) rolls were good too. They tasted great, but the bavarois/filling's consistency wasn't what I expected. Overall, a neat bakery in a nice setting.
Nous avions des attentes élevé pour cet endroit. Le service n'était pas présent, nous avons essayé le roll pistache (goûte beaucoup plus le chocolat blanc que la pistache), il était bon. On a aussi pris le croissant/biscuit, assez ordinaire. Prix ne vaut pas ce que c'est, 11$ plus tip chaque viennoiserie. La terrasse est jolie.
Aug 28, 2024
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Les rolls croissants sont succulents 🤤 aussi beau que bon. Leur terrasse est très agréable avec une superbe vue sur le vieux Montreal. Je recommande fortement
les new york rolls sont si généraux & le filling est delicieux! les croissants sont parfaits & le service est excellent! will definitely come back again
*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!
Aug 4, 2024
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J'ai pris un New-York roll à la pistache. La pâte à croissant est très bonne, mais il y avait trop de crème de pistache. C'était beaucoup trop à mon goût. J'ai laissé la moitié de la crème dans l'assiette.
The best croissant in Montreal. The "feuilletage" of the puff pastry is incredible, flaky & soft as I like. You can also try the ham & cheese croissant, almond croissant & the famous roll. Everything is amazing, made with quality ingredients. The shop is super duper cute too, located in a beautiful old building "Marché Bonsecours". You can stay on the terrace & enjoy the old port vibe. I couldn't recommend it more !
C'était dans mes plans de goûter le New York Roll à La Cave, & c'est enfin fait ! Par rapport a d'autres éxperience, c'est de loin le meilleur. Par contre si t'es au régime, je te le déconseil, c'est vraiment chargé à fond ! Le service est top, un gros big up à la gentille fille qui nous a servis. En plus, j'ai même eu droit à une super rencontre avec les oiseaux. Par contre, les prix sont un peu chauds : on a payé 50 pièces pour deux jus & deux rolls.
