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Meet Fresh

Downtown
4.3$
OPEN12 pm - 11 pm
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Meet Fresh Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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About

Meet Fresh specializes in authentic Taiwanese desserts and beverages, focusing on traditional ingredients like taro balls, grass jelly, and silky tofu pudding. Each menu item emphasizes natural flavors prepared through meticulous boiling and cooling techniques to achieve precise textures. The signature shaved ice bowls serve as a foundational element, layered with sweet red beans, chewy tapioca pearls, and rich herbal jellies. Hot soup bases made with ginger or peanut provide warming alternatives to the chilled options. The beverage selection features high-quality tea leaves brewed to order, often paired with milk or fruit infusions for depth. Patrons encounter a consistent aesthetic centered on minimalist wooden furniture and bright, functional seating areas designed for efficient service. This establishment maintains global standards for ingredient sourcing to preserve the integrity of classic Eastern dessert profiles.
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Reviews for Meet Fresh

Food
Service
on Google4.1 (700+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
62%
4★
17%
3★
7%
2★
13%
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Review Summary

Meet Fresh is widely recognized as a popular destination for authentic Taiwanese desserts, featuring a diverse menu that includes taro balls, grass jelly, and various shaved ice creations. Many patrons appreciate the generous portion sizes, which are ideal for sharing, and commend the helpful, friendly service provided by the staff. While the ambiance is frequently described as a clean and comfortable space suitable for relaxing or working, opinions regarding the texture of the shaved ice and the balance of sweetness in certain items are mixed. Some visitors find the desserts to be a delightful, nostalgic experience with high-quality ingredients, while others suggest that improvements could be made regarding consistency in food preparation and wait times to ensure a more polished experience.
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Great place for Taiwanese desserts, tastes great I recommend the taro bowl. Downside is that it is a bit on the pricey side for what it is.

Jun 15, 2026
on Google

Taro Ball Heaven! The taro paste & ube flavors here are so authentic. Best Taiwanese dessert spot on Sainte-Catherine Ouest.

Apr 15, 2026
on Google

I haven't had Meetfresh in many years, & my last time was as a kid in China, where it was super popular & my parents always took me for their tasty desserts.

I ordered the taro ball max because the picture showed a huge portion with all my favorite toppings. But when I got it, I was a little shocked: the whole bowl was basically shaved ice, with only a small amount of toppings in the corners. It didn't look like the photo at all, & I think I expected too much lol (oops). The sweet shaved ice plus boba was just way too sweet for me. (It's my personal opinion, however, if you are a big fan of crumbl then this dessert bowl is not too sweet at all!)

I did like how chewy the taro balls were. But if you don't love shaved ice, you might want to pick something else because this one was so icy it felt like eating a popsicle, haha.

I appreciated that they list the calories for each bowl, which is helpful if you're watching your daily intake. The service was amazing, & the store has a really nice aesthetic. I'll definitely come back to try other items!!!!!

Mar 17, 2026
on Google

We had a taro icy ball. I guess it's a difference between cultures & nostalgia, but I really didn't find anything interesting about it. Just bowl of ice (not fine like snow), brown sugar & some starch balls. Really bland.

Feb 15, 2026
on Google

Absolutely loved my visit to Meet Fresh! I ordered Taro Ball #3, & it was really delicious-perfectly chewy taro balls, great texture, & just the right level of sweetness. Everything tasted fresh & authentic, & it was super satisfying without being too heavy. A fantastic spot for Taiwanese desserts.

The store itself was quiet & clean, with people working or studying, which created a calm & comfortable vibe. It has a nice ambiance to enjoy your food with your family or friends. Everything felt fresh & welcoming. Definitely a place I'd come back to again!

Feb 11, 2026
on Google

This is huge lol. I didn't expect the size like this. Glacé pillée au lait de cassonade is with pearls, pudding, taro balls, coffee jelly &'mochi-jelly'. Delicious ~
Glacé pillée à l'avocat
Egg waffle with red beans

Aug 6, 2025
on Google

the taro balls were frozen at first, & when I explained, they were extremely considerate of my view & gave me compensation.

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

The taro balls & pudding were delicious

Jun 28, 2025
on Google

Hot desserts have always been my favorites & this place offered a wide variety of them. The hot Tofu Pudding (which was lukewarm on my last visit) with taro & red bean was satisfying. The portion was enormous, perfect for sharing.

Apr 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Got to the store 30 minutes before they closed & they were still busy haha. I ordered the signature grass jelly with taro balls & it was a lot. I was so full. They used to have this brand in Winnipeg but they closed down :( it would be lovely to have this dessert during summer time

Dec 11, 2024
on Google