Open seven days a week, maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods, coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch options, and seated lunch, brunch, and a full bar at selected locations.
Reviewers describe Maman in Griffintown as a charming, cozy cafe with a warm, French countryside bakery vibe blended with a modern urban energy, a reliable weekday brunch and lunch spot that stays busy but inviting. The pastry program is a frequent standout, with almond and pistachio croissants, pain au chocolat and other beautiful, fresh treats that many guests praise. Breakfast and lunch items like pancakes, French toast, a generous breakfast sandwich, ratatouille toast, and a varied sandwich lineup receive praise for flavor and generosity, though a few notes point to certain dishes being a touch sweet or not as memorable. Coffee and drinks often earn compliments, including distinctive options such as tahini honey latte, lavender latte, and a solid cappuccino, while some visits report inconsistency or longer waits during peak times. Service is described as friendly and efficient on many visits, with the owner and staff warmly welcoming guests, yet other experiences mention overwhelmed staff, slow service, and a crowded, noisy room with close tables. Prices run a bit high for a casual cafe, but several reviewers feel the quality justifies the cost, and reservations are advised on weekends due to popularity. Overall the space, decor and vibe are repeatedly praised, making Maman a go to spot for a comforting brunch and a place to linger over pastry and coffee, even if some visits fall short on timing or balance.
I think this wins for my new favourite brunch spot in Mtl! the vibes were so cute, the servers were so nice & helpful, & the FOOD! Omg the food was beyond! Don't skip the pastries, the almond croissant was sinfully good! The breakfast sandwich was so flavourful & the pancakes were like actual cake! 10/10!!!
Great atmosphere & service, our waiter was very friendly & checked on us many times, which I feel like doesn't happen that much. Food was good but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back here for the food. The coffee I got from their spring specialty menu was underwhelming & wasn't that good, tasted too sweet & the tahini flavor wasn't noticeable to me :(
Overall, I'd come back here for the vibes & to try their pastries, but not for a brunch meal.
May 12, 2025
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Very nice breakfast place. Menu has many interesting selections & I would go back to continue to try different items. Our party of 4 chose the pancakes, the French toast, the parfait & the grandpa. Drip coffee was bitter; OJ was good. The pastries basket was also enjoyable. It is quite busy & this Saturday it was quite noisy. Atmosphere is quaint.
It was my first time at Maman Montreal - I had been to one of their NY location a few years ago. I had a great experience! The staff was super kind, & even though the place was packed, they managed to find us a spot at the bar. I had a good cappuccino & a delicious pain au chocolat. I can't wait to come back for their brunch!
Apr 27, 2025
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Our Go-To Breakfast Spot in Montreal!
We had breakfast here twice during our stay in Montreal, & it quickly became one of our favorite spots in the city. The food is fresh, tasty, & satisfying - perfect for starting the day right. Whether you're craving a classic New York-style bagel or something more filling, Mama N.Y.C. delivers.
What truly stood out was the warmth & kindness of the staff. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, & made us feel right at home both times we visited.
Great atmosphere, great service, & great coffee - we'll definitely be back next time we're in town. Highly recommended!
We went on Easter Sunday so take this review with a grain of salt!
Overall, the food was tasty & they have a lot of options across drinks, coffee, pastries & brunch fare.
The food did take a long time to arrive, & they brought us the wrong drink (twice), but they were also apologetic, kind, & accommodating. Considering all this, I would still return!
UPDATE This is the 2nd time I go, even though my last experience was bad, I was hoping for a better outcome this time. The staff is very nice, no complaints about that, but OMG the waiting (& I had reservation) was truly ridiculous. My friend & I ordered & one hour & fifteen minutes later... still waiting. I mean, if you are short on staff, I get it, but at least you should say it up front & it will be up to us to decide whether we stay or not. We ended up leaving because we were starving & our plates weren't coming any time soon (after 1h15 of waiting). Such a shame because the place is beautiful but this time, I ain't coming back.
The place is gorgeous!! Beautiful atmosphere: the decor, plates, cups, etc. But I won't be coming back, the service is soooo bad that I just couldn't believe it, the guy had such a laziness/apathy to serve us that I was about to asked him why was he working there if he had ZERO interest in clients. The only time he was'kind' was when he told us they were closing & if he could get us something else. My girlfriend didn't tip him, I was not going to tip him either but I felt bad... why should I feel bad when he treated us like whatever? Anyways! Not going back there. It is a shame that a business go to waste because of its employees.
Howie est adorable & offre un service extraordinaire! Patient, gentil & chaleureux avec tous les clients. C'est le highlight du resto & assurément, les clients reviennent pour son service!
Tout était très bon, le London Fog & le Flat white étaient'sur la coche!' (Excelents)! Nous reviendrons!
I had a nice experience at Maman. The tahini sesame latte was really good. The three meals we had were solid & flavorful. The service was great, & the manager really made sure everything went smoothly. It was an enjoyable visit overall!
I used to come before & it was a nice brunch place but the last time I went, the place was chaotic with overwhelmed staff & a complacent attitude about service that made paying more than 20$ for a breakfast not worth it. For such a premium place, I was disappointed by the service & general attitude & left to eat somewhere more enjoyable.
