Le Saint Louis café is a warm, charming neighborhood spot that consistently earns praise for great coffee, fresh pastries, and a welcoming atmosphere. The space is described as small yet cozy, with comfortable seating on chairs, benches, and a large wooden table that invites working or chatting. The coffee program receives high marks for lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos with Italian roast notes, while the pastries include croissants, almond croissants, pain au chocolat, and other fresh viennoiseries. The ambiance is repeatedly described as warm, creative, and local, with murals and a design that feel like a neighborhood hub. Staff are often praised for kindness and attentiveness, though a few reviews note that at the counter a barista can be distracted by their phone. The cafe is frequently busy, a go-to place to start the day or to catch up, and some patrons remark it as a staple of the area. Prices are sometimes noted as a bit high, but many reviews emphasize value for quality coffee and pastries. For a rainy day or a relaxed work session, the atmosphere and seating make it an ideal backdrop. Overall, Le Saint Louis café emerges as a beloved cornerstone of the neighborhood, known for reliable coffee, a strong pastry program, and a welcoming, lively vibe.
i come here all the time to get my coffee, it's the best way to start my day!! my go to order is a vanilla latte, & they always have a nice selection of pastries. the staff is so kind & thoughtful, & they make le saint louis café so special.
Everything about this café is great - sandwiches, coffee, people, & the vibe. The croissant is amazing & the pastries are marvelous. It's become a regular stop for me!
Really really good coffee! The atmosphere of this place is perfect for a rainy/snowy day where you just want a cozy place to sit down & read a book or watch life through the window.
pastries & delicious & so is coffee. i loveed the almond croissant, but we also got the cheese crossiant, pain au chocolat, & salmon bagel. the crossiant are perfectly flakey. cute & quaint cafe with wonderful baristas!
May 25, 2025
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This is THE neighbourhood café. It's charming & quaint. The baristas are always chatty & welcoming, the coffee is great & so are the quiches.
Only downside would be the lack of seating. The place is always packed with people working from their computers for hours, & you can wait for a while to get a good spot.
This place should consider opening a computer-free table that a lot of cafés have recently adopted on Mount Royal ave.
Excellent croissant, great atmosphere in the center of Plateau. I'm still unsure about the macchiato, as I'm not a coffee aficionado, but I enjoyed everything
I had been a few times in the past & found the pastries & coffee exceptional. But the service, every single time, had a team of one exceptionally friendly & one grumpy man with an attitude. So I would go elsewhere. I live very close & yesterday I wanted a croissant I could trust to be excellent... behind the counter was Mr. Exceptional service. Yeah! Hoping next time same. :-)
Oct 19, 2024
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This is what an independent coffee shop should be friendly owner. Super accommodating! Great decor & a little hidden gem on one of my favorite streets in Montreal. Definitely coming back for more coffee. They even have their own blend.
What a cute coffee shop with an amazing coffee & friendly service. The owner gave us a small cookie for waiting a bit longer for a coffee(it was not long ;)) & overall they were so nice!
Best pastries in the plateau. Raspberry gougonne, tomato tart, quiche, & cheese croissant are unbelievable. Coffee's pretty good too. It's a small space, so you may have to get it pour emporter, but the neighborhood is cozy, with lots of little places to sit
I've travelled Canada for a month & here I had the best coffee out of all places. Reminded me of the specialty coffees from Europe. Croissant was another highlight! Totally recommended!
Jun 5, 2024
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Awesome little coffee place. The latte was amazing but the almond croissant was the best I've had ever since I visited Paris years ago. You can't beat this place for the coziness. A little out of the way, hidden gem !
