We opened our first cafe in 2013 with the mission of offering specialty coffee in a warm and inclusive environment.
During our expansion, we quickly understood that as a company, our central commitment was to our employees. It is with them and thanks to them that everything else is possible.
Overall, MELK Café is described as a cozy, small spot with excellent coffee, standout matcha and scones, and friendly, fast service that makes it a good place to work or study, though seating is limited and the space can feel crowded during peak times. The menu and drinks get high marks, pastries are often praised, and prices are generally considered reasonable, with some notes about the occasional pastry being a bit sweet or the espresso not having depth. A few reviews mention moments of inconsistent service or a busy, noisy atmosphere, and one highlights a tip prompt at payment, but the overall vibe is warm and the quality of drinks and snacks keeps people returning.
Came here to study! Totally recommend. I got the matcha latte & it was super good. Atmosphere was traditional cafe vibes & there is free wifi & outlets everywhere.
Apr 20, 2026
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if i could put 0 stars i would . The barista was so mean & rude to us even though she did our order wrong. We told her politely to change it she was so rude to us she said : Oh i will change it AGAIN . & my matcha was only milk it tasted horrible . So rude i am very disappointed.
Their matcha latte & scones are simply the best. They bake several batches of fresh scones throughout the day. The cheddar, everything bagel with cream cheese, & chocolate blueberry scones are just so good. You do need to go in early though as after 2pm they are usually all sold out. Worth the trip!
Nov 16, 2025
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Such a cute spot to grab some coffee or matcha! This was the best matcha I had on my Montreal trip & the service was impeccable. Small spot but lots of character.
The matcha is good, but it was overpriced considering I ordered a large iced coffee & matcha, & the matcha cup was smaller.
The'bio-milk' they use is nothing special besides your regular grocery, affordable milk. At the very least, I thought it would be one of those fancy, expensive grocery milks.
The pastries are also good, but are just a bit too sweet for my taste.
A cozy spot for an afternoon coffee or matcha. The staff are very nice & remembers my preferences. It can get super busy in the morning of work days. I would probably not come during that time, because the line can get quite long & the wait time as well. Their cookies are also quite tasty. They pair well with their Latte, but maybe a bit too sweet when eaten by themselves.
Apr 20, 2025
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Cute cafe with cute aesthetics. Their matcha latte is pretty good. My go-to is getting it with almond milk & less sweet. Pretty tempted to get some merch here as well.
I always like going to Melk when in Montreal. A small shop that allows for limited seating has a cozy vibe. My go to is the matcha latte & all the snacks are delicious. I recommend going if you need a little pit stop from the crowds on St. Catherine.
I was staying near by on a trip to Montreal so I stopped here twice for my morning beverage. First day I had the vanilla latte, it was perfect. Second day I had the iced matcha latte. It was also good but also not the best I've had. All in all, I would go back.
One of the best matcha's I've tasted in Montreal! The warm matcha with oat milk is very smooth, earthy & slightly sweet. For some reason, the iced version doesn't taste as good & as such, wouldn't recommend it. Very cute coffee shop, perfect for catching up with friends. It's quite small but has plugs & wifi for studying.
Their matcha lattes & chai lattes are wonderful! The staff is really kind too & they actually listen to their clients. The place is a little tight but it "works" & goes with the overall vibe.
