Across the reviews, Le Café Big Trouble comes across as a lively, quirky cafe with a warm, welcoming vibe and a strong brunch and coffee scene in Montreal. The coffee is repeatedly praised, along with generous portions of pancakes, avocado toast, sourdough breads, breakfast burritos, and other playful dishes, many showcasing homemade touches. The atmosphere is described as fun, relaxed, and visually engaging, with eclectic décor, a friendly staff, and occasional music or projector moments that add to the experience. It is often called a hidden gem and a reliable spot to start the day or grab a quick bite, with several mentions of great service and good value. A few drawbacks appear: service can be slow or inconsistent during busy periods, some visits noted long waits for food, and a couple of comments about price or ordering options. Overall, Le Café Big Trouble is seen as a standout brunch and coffee destination that delivers on flavor, vibe, and community feel.
I stopped by yesterday with a couple friends for the first time. Had a cappuccino & a breakfast sandwich. Coffee was excellent, & the breakfast sandwich (english muffin, cheese, sausage, egg) was out of this world! They make their own english muffins from scratch! So delicious. The atmosphere was retro 90s & 80s & such a comfortable vibe that I wanted to sit there all day. We were served by Connor & he was awesome. I'll be BACK!
Stayed nearby on a 3-day trip & made sure to stop here every day we were in town. Incredible sandwiches, especially the breakfast sandwich on a house-made English muffin. The service was excellent, especially given my poor French. & the vibes of this place are immaculate. Loved seeing the retro cartoons on the projector, & all the decor was whimsical & just awesome. Will definitely be back any time I'm in Montréal!
Apr 18, 2026
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Café Big Trouble on St-Denis is a solid spot for a quick coffee stop. The cappuccino was really good, nicely balanced & well made. I also had a breakfast sandwich, which was decent & did the job.
Overall, the food was all right & it's a good place to grab a quick bite & coffee when you're in the area. Worth stopping by if you're on the go.
My friends & I went to eat brunch at Le big trouble today & we had such a great time!
The food is insane & very fairly priced! The staff is so kind & we loved the whimsical decor! I got the Caesar chicken sandwich with extra breakfast potatoes on the side & it was marvelous! It was made with two very crispy chicken cutlets & a big helping of Caesar salad with parmesan & tomatoes between two soft pieces of focaccia! I have a big appetite but my meal could have easily fed two people!
It is also a very nice study spot during the week & so convenient considering how close it is to downtown & berri uqam!
Would definitely come again!
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.
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.
Sep 6, 2024
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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!
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Was pleasantly surprised by this découverte! Came with my daughter, staff was very accommodating & friendly & the food (breakfast sandwich especially) was quite tasty! I recommend ☺️
Nice & cute neighbor café, the service is pretty much self serve, order at the counter & go get it when is ready which is fine. The breakfast sandwich was really good. The coffee was a little disappointing, the Latte didn't have micro foam & even though it was just made it wasn't hot. The place is nice with plants & is a nice escape away from the cold outside
Can't say enough about how much I love this place. The coffee is the best in montreal- very smooth & creamy. Must get their pumpkin spice latte if visiting in the fall, still thinking about those complex & comforting flavours. Don't forget to get their loyalty card, you get a free coffee after only 5.. which is SO generous considering every other cafe requires 10. The fried chicken in chicken & waffles was perfectly cooked, crispy, juicy & tender. The waffles were cornmeal, making this dish unique & especially satisfying. The spicy honey was great- not too sweet. Having fruit on the side was a nice touch to cleanse the palette at the end. Great vegan / vegetarian options too. The vegan Mac & cheese was served in the cutest bowl & was honestly better than regular Mac & cheese. Pickled onions & crispy bread crumbs complemented the richness of the Mac & cheese. We also got the latke with house made hot sauce, the perfect side dish to anything on the menu. Their bread & pastries are all made in house, & you can tell they pay special attention to the details of their food. If it's your first time, recommend their breakfast sandwich too, it's my go-to grab & go. But having the brunch & bottomless mimosas was a nice treat. Super friendly & kind staff too. Wish I took a pic, but ate everything too fast! All in all, you must try this place!! Best new restaurant of 2023 hands down.
