Mintar consistently earns praise for its warm, welcoming staff, cozy atmosphere, and standout coffee and food, with cottage cheese pancakes, a pistachio croissant, and a range of breakfast and sandwich options highlighted as must-tries; reviews note careful preparation, genuine care in every detail, and a menu that also considers halal options, making it a reliable go-to for mornings with friends or a quick bite before a study session. While the coffee and drinks like cardamom latte and cappuccino are frequently praised, a few visits mention burnt or over-extracted espresso and drinks that are a touch too milky, and some describe tight seating and occasional noise; nonetheless, service remains friendly and attentive and staff take pride in their craft. The cafe is repeatedly described as a hidden gem in Montreal, a warm, affordable spot for breakfast, lunch, and casual meetups where guests feel at home and return for the overall experience.
stopped into Mintar & had the halloumi egg sandwich, absolutely delicious. The bread was perfectly chewy, & the halloumi had that ideal salty, satisfying texture. What really pulled it together was the savory sauce, which added tons of flavor without being overpowering. The fresh, crisp lettuce & tomato balanced everything out beautifully.
I'd highly recommend this place. I was here about a year ago & had their banana strawberry smoothie bowl, which was also amazing. Definitely a spot worth coming back to!
Apr 5, 2026
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Considerate & professional service. Great coffee & excellent food (I had the cottage cheese pancakes & the smoothie bowl on another day). You can't go wrong coming here!
We had a lovely breakfast at this cafe & were genuinely impressed by the warm & attentive service. Despite the place being quite busy, the staff remained kind, composed, & consistently made an effort to check in with customers. It was clear they genuinely care about creating a good experience for everyone - we could hear the staff member regularly asking guests if they needed anything, which really stood out.
As for the food - the coffee was excellent, & both of our meals were delicious. We got the steak & eggs, & the egg & ham. Both were flavorful & well-prepared. The entire atmosphere was cozy & inviting, making it a place we'd be happy to return to.
Next time, we're planning to try their breakfast bowls - they looked great!
Jun 11, 2025
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The owner is kind! All the staff put love a d care into everything they make. A warm & welcoming atmosphere with great coffee & tea selection as well as healthy bowls & shakes.
Un vrai coup de coeur à Montréal !
De passage en ville, j'ai découvert ce café-snack situé au coeur de la Place des Arts, tout près de l'UQAM.
Le service est au top, chaleureux & attentionné.
Le café est excellent & le bowl… juste incroyable ! Des saveurs fraîches & bien équilibrées.
Une belle découverte que je recommande sans hésiter. Je reviendrai à coup sûr !
Apr 8, 2025
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The food I had was amazing! I ordered the pancakes & a fruit yogurt bowl. The presentation was A+ & the staff was beyond friendly. They would check up on us & if we looked low on something like honey or syrup they would bring some over. I would definitely come back here!
Mintar is a somewhat hidden gem in this area. Perfect matcha latte & hazelnut latte drinks to go with beautiful & tasty smoothie bowls & delicious omelette sandwiches served with a side of seasoned potatoes were exactly what we didn't know we needed but really enjoyed! Service is friendly & atmosphere is cute & relaxing. This is a great place to take a break & recharge, study or work if you have to while enjoying some food or drink. They have smoothies too. We would enjoy a return visit!
I had there strawberry banana smoothie bowl here & it was out of this world good. I also had their Cappuccino which was pretty decent. For dessert I this thing that looks like a cannoli but has Nutella in them & they are way better.
Oh my goodness me!!! I had the L'ouef Halloumi & iced Macha latte & it was amazing, hats off to the chef. Donna is so kind & sweet, even when I asked for more potatoes & hot sauce 😁. As someone who is in Montreal for the first time, what a lovely experience. The cafe is super intimate & so cute :) I will be back tomorrow morning for the smoothie bowl 😊
I enjoyed an iced latte & my family had a smoothie bowl & sandwiches. Portions were generous & they looked delicious. Warm & welcoming staff. Older cafe decor & space for one large group & several small groups of two.
What a beautiful small place with lovely food! Tried the smootie bowl with banana & strawberry, was lovely & beautifully presented! Will come back soon, & if it is just for the yummy croissants you offer too.. this time i stayed on the healthy side.
