Le Café Big Trouble appears in reviews as a cozy quirky cafe with a lush plant filled vibe and a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere; the staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive. The brunch and coffee are the stars, with pancakes and sourdough bread often highlighted, avocado toast praised for its generous portions, and dishes like burritos and sandwiches earning solid marks, while the coffee program is noted for balanced cappuccinos and tasty lattes. Portions are generally generous and prices fair, making it a reliable spot for a quick bite or a longer hangout. Some comments mention occasional slow service or wait times and a desire for online ordering to streamline the experience. Overall, Le Café Big Trouble is seen as a standout Montreal brunch destination and a cozy hub for locals and visitors alike, delivering memorable flavors, good value, and a welcoming ambiance, even if every visit comes with its own small hiccups.
The best breakfast I've had in some time. I ordered the breakfast sandwich which consists of egg, cheese, sausage & a homemade English muffin. I also had a side of potatoes. Everything is homemade. I'll definitely be back. I am genuinely surprised at some of the negative reviews.
Best breakfast on the island imo. The potato's are wildly crunchy all the food is amazing. The staff are amazing the service is great the vibes are on point. If you don't try it at least once you're crazy
May 30, 2025
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Incredible breakfast. Small menu but very adequate. Service was a little slow on the food but our drinks came quickly so we sipped while we waited. Food is well worth the wait & we expected the meal to come slowly because the place was packed on a Sunday morning at 11. Homemade sausage patties were some of the best I've ever tasted. Latte was also one of the best ice ever had. Great value at reasonable prices. Will come back next time we are in Montreal.
We went on Sunday morning (March 30) & it was easily the best breakfast spot we visited on our 4 day trip. The space was cute, the staff were above & beyond friendly & the food was delicious, of a generous portion size, & not at all unreasonably priced. We look forward to returning to town so we can start our day here.
Tried the latkes, breakfast plate, & pancake stack. 10/10 across the board. Service was top-notch as well. Shoutout the girl working at the counter today (Tuesday, Dec 10th at 10:30 AM), thank you for accomodating to our requests with a smile on your face at all times & for your patience, too. We truly loved our experience here. The music playing in the restaurant was so nice & fit right in with the atmosphere of the place.
Dec 10, 2024
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Cool Groovy Vibe .. The best deal for a breakfast before a city fall walk. The music is cool & chill The cafe is fat & wonderful The Pomme crumble makes you want more!
Went here only because it was right nextdoor to my hotel. Got the ricotta pancake, breakfast burrito, & poutine. All three were phenomenal, especially the ricotta pancake. Everything was really fresh & delicious. Wasn't going to get poutine until I saw them peeling potatoes in the kitchen. Highly reccommend
The food is delicious, comforting kind of breakfast food. They serve Traffic coffee, which is OK, but not an amazing roastery; suits the vibe though: bright pastel just missed the brat summer bandwagon kinda vibes: cute. If you're in a rush though, or even if you're not, just be advised that you wait a surprisingly long time for something as simple as a breakfast sandwich. The first time I came, it was busy, & the wait for a breakfast sandwich was around 45 minutes. The second time I came it was pretty quiet, & I still waited 30 minutes for a breakfast sandwich. I do like the flavor of the food at Big Trouble. If you have the time, try it out. I've just got less free time on my hands than others must have to spend it waiting that long for an English muffin, egg, sausage, & American cheese than other people have, apparently. Also, it would help if they called orders out more than once, in case you're in the bathroom or sitting outside & it's difficult to hear. Cool logo, so we bought the t-shirt.
Had breakfast here with a group of friends. All of us left the cafe raving about our experience. The coffee was made with care, the food was freshly prepared with quality ingredients-& was delicious! The service & atmosphere were friendly. It was a great place to start our day. Thank you !
I stopped by on my most recent trip to Montreal, although my hangover won & I didn't get there in time for breakfast, I had a really great iced coffee & the service & atmosphere was fantastic.
Aug 26, 2024
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Woke up this morning looking for a quaint but affordable breakfast & this place was NOT it. From the rude staff, banging of counters, & Montréal moaning I could not enjoy my meal. Asked for bacon in my burrito & for the great price of $4 additional to the already $18 burrito I got a SINGULAR SLICE. I will not be returning, so many great options on Denis & this isn't included in that.
Ordered breakfast here & was blown away by the quality of the food & coffee. I ordered a breakfast sandwich, & was surprised how different it was from a typical breakfast sandwich. The ingredients were high quality & the toasting was perfect. Great spot for brunch!
