Montreal's specialty espresso bar with an Italian twist. Come try our locally roasted coffees, delightful teas, and freshly baked pastries. Maybe even grab a scoop of our artisanal ice cream to enjoy while strolling in the Old Port.
Micro Espresso Café is described in reviews as a tiny, cozy, mostly take-out spot in Old Montreal with a minimalist, warm vibe and a serious focus on great coffee; espresso drinks like cappuccino and flat white are repeatedly praised for balance, richness, and smoothness, often alongside pastries such as croissants or turnovers. The space is snug with limited seating, making it ideal for a quick stop rather than lingering, while friendly staff create a welcoming impression and frequently roast their own beans for a fresh, local touch. Several reviews mention excellent value and consistently high quality across beans and roasts, and some celebrate the shop’s aroma and the attention to detail, though a few note a preference for hotter coffee or minor price considerations around non-dairy milks. Overall, Micro Espresso Café emerges as a standout for fast, high-quality coffee and well-made pastries in a small, stylish setting.
I stopped by Micro Espresso for a quick cup of coffee while exploring Montreal, & it was a great find. It's a very tiny spot-definitely more of a grab-&-go place-but the coffee was absolutely delicious.
The gentleman working there was incredibly kind & welcoming, even letting me borrow his charger, which was such a thoughtful gesture. There are a couple of stools by the bar if you want to stand or perch for a minute, but it's not really a sit-down-&-relax café-more perfect for a quick stop when you're on the move.
Overall, a great little coffee spot with excellent coffee & genuinely nice service. Highly recommend grabbing one if you're nearby & on the go ☕
Vraiment ne cherchez pas plus loin. Ils sont au top. Si vous vous y connaissez en cafe vous comprendrez qu'il n'y a pas mieux dans le coin. Service impeccable, température parfaite
Feb 4, 2026
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This morning I went with my husband to this lil café, that we didn't know cause we live in Verdun. The best coffee since we live in Montreal & we arrived 4 years ago! Also the place is super cozy & the service kind. Recommended! 😊
Un tout petit café dans un coin de rue, mais qui est vraiment très mignon & agréable. Le serveur est bienveillant & accueillant l'espace est petit, mais c'est parfait pour prendre une boisson à emporter.
J'ai pris un matcha latté chaud, il avait un goût différent de ce que j'ai l'habitude de prendre, mais c'était vraiment très bon. Service rapide
Charmant mini café à la déco minimaliste & un bar qui n'assoit que 6 personnes (dans une disposition élégante). Prédominance de bois. & surtout, les cafés sont excellents.
Café vraiment excellent, c'est toujours un plaisir d'y passer ! J'adore le concept estival de service à la fenêtre, c'est super convivial & parfait pour les beaux jours. Le café est délicieux, l'endroit a beaucoup de charme, bref un vrai coup de coeur.
Petit bémol cependant : faire payer un supplément pour un lait alternatif en 2025, c'est un peu aberrant… Dommage de ne pas inclure ça dans le prix ou au moins d'offrir une option sans frais.
~~ Merci pour votre réponse, mais je me pose la question est-ce que les laits alternatifs coûtent plus cher aux cafés ?
Oui… mais pas tant que ça.
• Coût à l'achat : Les laits végétaux (avoine, amande, soya, etc.) sont légèrement plus chers à l'achat en gros que le lait de vache, surtout les versions barista.
• Exemple approximatif en gros :
• Lait de vache : ~1,20 $ le litre
• Lait d'avoine barista : ~2,00 $ le litre
• Mais un cappuccino utilise environ 200 ml de lait, donc la différence de coût est de 15-20 cents max par boisson.
Alors pourquoi faire payer 75 cents ou 1 $ ?
Là, ça devient plus commercial qu'autre chose :
• Certains cafés disent que c'est pour compenser la demande spécifique & éviter le gaspillage (ex. : un lait d'amande que peu de clients choisissent risque d'être jeté).
• D'autres en profitent parce que c'est devenu la norme dans l'industrie, donc ils surfent sur cette habitude pour augmenter leurs marges.
C'est abusé ?
Objectivement, oui : faire payer presque 1 $ pour un supplément qui vous coûte à peine 20 cents, c'est un bon coup marketing… mais un peu mesquin. D'autant plus que pour certaines personnes, ce n'est pas un choix mais une intolérance ou un mode de vie éthique (végans, intolérants au lactose, etc.).
Super cute café where you order from a window & there are a lot of choices to choose from. I love matcha lattes & I was happy to hear the tea was ceremonial. Definitely recommend!
Perfect spot to have a coffee & some pastry before visiting the Old Port galleries, the owners & staff are very friendly & knowledgeable, the atmosphere is charming & cozy. The coffee & muffin were tasty & hit the spot. I definitely recommend this cafe
Aug 4, 2024
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Highly recommend this café not only for the amazing coffee but the lovely service from the barista Bela! 🤍 If you're in old port highly recommend checking out this spot!
Just happened upon this little treasure of a cafe as we were making way by foot to the Japanese Festival (side note: underwhelming & disappointing). How cool is it that there's a order window outside.. it was an ideal set-up for a busy mom with her child out for a morning stroll. The space is welcoming albeit tiny (in a good way) & the baristas worked in relaxed, fluid unison. My friends ordered coffee & tea respectively as well as some pastries. I'm off caffeine atm. & was just taking in the atmosphere & the one barista without any prompting on my part asked me if I would like some water! That small touch of mindful customer service pays huge dividends in my mind which is largely why I write this review! In this day & age I have had plenty of negative customer service encounters so it's reassuring to know it's still out there. & I've got to say the more I visit Montréal good friendly customer service is par for the course say compared to say The Berkshires. Thanks for the fantastic service guys!
I visited this Micro Espresso location for the first time while visiting Montreal. The service was quick & friendly, making the visit smooth & pleasant. My partner & I both got takeout lattes, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Although the cafe is quite small, there is limited seating available. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the city!
ive been to soooo many cafes in montreal looking for the best moka & im always disappointed. I experienced a ratatouille moment when I tasted the iced moka. I literally reached paradise. Its so creamy, it has the perfect amount of chocolate & the coffee tastes like that one time when i was in colombia & the barista roasted the coffee right in front of me...very fresh!! 10/10 i would recommend this place to anyone
