Lili & Oli feels like a small, cozy cafe that works well for a quiet coffee break or a productive spot to work, with a warm atmosphere, a distinctive aesthetic and good music. Coffee is often praised for quality, from strong espressos to tasty lattes, and the iced drinks with the famous coffee ice cubes are a standout for many, while a few feel the prices are a bit high. The menu offers pastries and croissants along with savory bites, with several reviewers calling items delicious and not overly sweet, though seating can be tight and there are occasional stockouts. The staff are described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a welcoming vibe, yet some notes mention dry sarcasm toward non locals that may feel unwelcoming. Cleanliness or trash placement is touched on by a minority, and finding space when busy can be a challenge, but the cafe remains a well loved local spot for its ambience and reliable coffee.
I would like to take a moment of silence for regular ice cubes, because once you've experienced the famed Lili & Oli coffee ice cubes, you'll be changed forever. As the saying goes once you go black, you never go back.
This iced latte does not dilute. It evolves. As the ice melts, it whispers sweet melodies of espresso into your drink. It is, quite literally, like a second coffee hiding inside your first coffee. A Russian doll of caffeine, if you will. A crescendo of caffeine-induced euphoria. A delectable stroke of genius so obvious in hindsight it makes you wonder how humanity survived without it.
Every sip, richer than the last. Time works in your favour here.
As for the shop itself: warm, welcoming, consistent. The kind of place that accidentally becomes part of your personality.
Anyone bold enough to leave a negative review should know this : hundreds, possibly thousands, of fiercely loyal patrons stand ready to rise in defence of these coffee ice cubes & you may very well risk being met with (freezing) fire & fury, the likes of which you've never seen. You've been warned.
& for those who haven't tried it yet, you're seriously missing out.
Had the hot chocolate, vanilla latte & croissants.
Everything was AMAZING. Nothing was too sweet but perfect flavour & taste.
This was the best vanilla latte I think I've ever had.
Everything tasted amazing & the staff was so sweet & kind!!
Can't wait to return to Montreal to return here again!
Dec 31, 2025
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Loved the service & the food !! This cafe has a super chill vibe. We loved the pizza slices & the savory scone. Very flavorful, not oily & super tasty!! It can be hard to find seating so be prepared if you are going there with a big group. My chai tea latte was good, but I prefer a bit more masala like cinnamon. We loved their iced coffee too. Will go back for their savory bites !! Keep going guys, you have doing great.
Very nice café
The employees were sweet Latte was nice
Atmosphere was very relaxing.
I didn't notice the music if there was any which is also nice.
A good amount of seating.
Cute little spot, came on a Friday before noon & barely found a seat. They have good matcha & lattes, definitely recommend. However, they were already out of most of their pastries.
It's a small cozy café with AMAZING coffee. Like, I was taken aback by how flavorful & tasty it was. The attention & service is outstanding. They prepare your drink practically in front of you. I'm a little bit sad that they don't have more options to eat, because it's such a nice place.
Sep 17, 2024
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This is one of the best iced latte & highest quality coffee I've ever had. I'm even willing to pay to learn how they make their lattes (I've tried hard but never reached this level). The atmosphere is amazing, & the staff are energetic, creating a great vibe. It was an excellent experience. You should definitely expand & open more locations, & bigger ones too.
Had a delicious, moist almond croissant with matcha almond milk latté. Pleasant staff, cozy atmosphere, bright windows on beautiful Notre Dame street. Great place to pause for a treat less than a few minutes walk from Lionel Groulx metro. There is a Rona Quincaillerie just 3 minutes walk west from this café, so it's a nice place to pause after running errands for hardware, tools & paint shopping.
Café chaleureux dans l'agréable quartier d'Atwater. J'ai commandé un latte qui était très bon ! Je recommande pour venir y travailler quelques heures, déguster un bon café.
That's a lovely & cozy place to grab a coffee & spend time with. But the only problem is the bathroom smells a lot, so those sitting nearby will have an uncomfortable experience; therefore, I suggest sitting away from the toilet. I ordered a latte, & it was delicious.
