Le Toasteur Villeray is a breakfast and brunch restaurant in the heart of Villeray.
While the Toasteur concept has existed for several generations and has had several locations, it is in the Villeray district that it found its second wind.
At the end of 2020, we chose to flip the table, literally and figuratively! From reorganizing the space to redesigning the menu, we decided to renew ourselves. This was possible thanks to a passionate team and especially thanks to the neighborhood clientele who have been showing us their love of brunch for over 10 years.
Le Toasteur Villeray comes across as a cozy, bright brunch spot with a warm neighborhood vibe and a second floor that adds space. The rotating menu changes every two months to highlight seasonal and local ingredients, blending reinvented classics with original creations. Dishes are generous, flavorful, and well presented, with favorites like eggs Benedict on pain doré, avocado toast, poutine déjeuner, and thoughtful vegan options and gluten free adaptations. Coffee and drinks are a highlight, with a moka coffee and well made lattes and chai noted. Service is generally friendly and attentive, though some reviews mention slow pacing and long waits, especially for seating and during peak times. The place is described as family friendly and suitable for couples or solo visits, with reservations not available and weekend lines common, so arriving early is advised. Value is praised for generous portions and quality, while some readers note price and the wait as tradeoffs. Overall, Le Toasteur Villeray is seen as a standout brunch destination in Villeray, beloved for its atmosphere, creative seasonal menu, and welcoming staff, with a few caveats about service speed during busy periods.
Point négatif : serveuse très lente & beaucoup d'attente ( une chance que le jeune homme a pris la relève ) elle me demande se que je désire boire je lui mentionne que je serait prêt à commandée aussi mon repas en même temps puis elle me dit que je devra attendre & commence par les breuvage ... elle reviens seulement 15 minute plus tard prendre le reste de la commande ... mauvais service de la serveuse sinon la nourriture wow très bon & pas santés en même temps d'être réconfortant
I live in the area & this is the best brunch food in the borough. Unfortunately the service is incredibly slow. Almost always an hour wait to get a table, despite their recent renos adding a second floor of seating, & then when you do get a table, it takes forever to have your order taken, drinks & food to arrive (sometimes an hour for the food to come), & for the bill to be paid. It's sad because this place truly has a great atmosphere with a great rotating menu (always with allergen-friendly options) but it seems like they are always understaffed. The staff always seem rushed & behind on everything, & I wonder if there's only 1 person working in the kitchen (my guess).
I really feel for the staff who work here, & each of them are lovely people truly, but unfortunately the slow service makes it really undesirable to eat here, unless I arrive like as soon as they open, which is not brunch hours.
I also wonder if they hired more people in the kitchen or the food came out faster, if the wait time overall would be quicker.
Hope one day the business invests in hiring more staff.
Aug 1, 2025
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I ordered poutine déjeuner & matcha pancake they were delicious & tasty. the pancake tasted a bit bitter but overall I liked it & would recommend this place.
I'm not a Quebecian, but I visit Montreal regularly & this is the one place I always come back to! This brunch spot is just amazing, unlike anywhere I've ever been! Their hospitality is out of this world, their drinks are the most refreshing & their food is the tastiest with also a lot of vegan/vegetarian options 😋
I can recommend Quebecian or tourist to come here & have some brunch & enjoy the real taste of Montreal!!
Jul 11, 2025
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Super service, excellente assiettes dans une ambiance conviviale. C'est un restaurant bien géré avec de belles valeurs. J'ai toujours passé un bon moment lors de mes visites, & je le recommande à tous!
Petit conseil : si vous êtes un grand groupe, prévoyez un peu d'attente avant d'être assis, car le resto est très populaire.
Un excellent restaurant avec un personnel ultra sympathique & un repas délicieux! Très bon rapport qualité-prix! Une carte variée & qui s'adapte aux intolérances. Une adresse à ne pas manquer!
Je suis toujours allée le week-end, c'est très achalandé mais ça vaut la peine. Je suis allée prendre un café à côté en attendant.
Le jus de carottes est un 10 🧡
