Mintar is described as a cozy, welcoming cafe with a warm vibe and a small, busy space that often feels intimate yet lively. The coffee program gets plenty of praise for variety, with cappuccino, latte, cortado and non-dairy options frequently highlighted, and some reviews noting thoughtful preparation and friendly service. The menu is celebrated for pancakes, especially cottage cheese pancakes, pistachio croissant, and egg and halloumi sandwiches, along with hearty breakfast options, smoothies and bowls; many mention the sandwiches and pancakes as standout, and some note careful halal prep with separate boards. While the atmosphere is repeatedly described as charming and the staff as helpful, some critiques point to occasional flaws such as burnt or bitter coffee, overly foamy or bubbly drinks, soggy or oily sides, and dishes that are good but not exceptional, plus seating is limited and the space can be noisy. Overall Mintar emerges as a beloved breakfast and coffee spot with a loyal following, praised for its cosy ambience, strong coffee and tasty pastries, and recommended for casual mornings and study sessions, while acknowledging room for consistency and comfort in seating and some menu items.
Visited Mintar Café with my friends & my heart is still smiling 💗✨ It's honestly one of the cutest, coziest little places I've ever been to - everything just felt so warm & full of love.
What made it truly special was the chef personally making & serving our food. You could feel the care, passion, & love in every single detail, & it made the whole experience so personal & unforgettable.
& the cotton cheese pancakes… oh my goodness 😍 they were pure heaven. So soft, fluffy, & melt-in-your-mouth delicious - every bite felt like a hug.
Genuinely very confused as to how this cafe has such a high rating. I ordered a chai latte with oatmilk & an almond croissant. The chai latte tasted like warm milk, not a hint of chai. I had a few sips & didn't bother drinking the rest which was disappointing. The almond croissant was quite large, had good flavour & was quite tasty.
J'ai testé plusieurs cafés à Montréal, mais celui-ci avait un goût de brûlé, même pour un latté. Pourtant, la machine à café semblait de bonne qualité, c'est dommage. Après l'avoir monté à l'étage pour savourer mon café, j'ai découvert que vous commenciez à cuisiner de la viande, des oignons & des frites dans un espace assez petit. L'odeur était insupportable & la fumée se répandait partout. Je suis sorti avec un goût amer dans la bouche à cause du café mal préparé & mes vêtements étaient imprégnés de l'odeur de la nourriture. J'ai eu l'impression que le personnel était en train de préparer leur souper, & que nous, les clients, étions là par hasard. Le service pas très accueillant non plus.
The latte I ordered was unfortunately too bitter, it felt like the espresso might've been over-extracted, or the milk-to-espresso balance just wasn't quite right. The matcha latte didn't fare much better; it was overly bubbly with no smooth, creamy microfoam on top, likely from over?aerated milk.
The food was fairly ordinary. The side of potatoes was particularly disappointing, soggy, oily, & lacking in flavour.
That said, the café itself has a nice atmosphere & definitely shows potential. With some fine-tuning in drink preparation & food quality, Mintar could easily become a standout spot.
Test de ce café & quelle belle surprise !
Personnel aimable & accueillant, une ambiance chaleureuse & une carte variée !
Les plats sont très copieux & très bons.
Je recommande sans hésiter !
Jan 19, 2026
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A fantastic café. I tried the halloumi & egg sandwich, coffee, & almond croissant 😮?💨😮?💨🤤 everything was excellent. The flavours were balanced, the coffee was smooth, & the croissant was outstanding.
Lovely atmosphere & great service. I'll definitely return.
Les sandwichs & les pancakes étaient très bons, avec un bon rapport qualité prix ! En revanche, l'accueil était froid, on avait l'impression de déranger. De plus, les cafés avaient un goût de brûlé assez prononcé.
Mintar Cafe has always been my go to place since I've moved here! Food & drinks are amazing, & the staff are so welcoming & friendly. Would highly recommend coming here to study or to grab coffee with friends!
Un café excellent qui allie qualité / santé / prix correct.
Le café est excellent, un large choix de sirop.
Je conseille particulièrement les pancakes au cottage, c'est gourmand, protéiné, avec de bons fruits & du sirop d'érable
Il y en a pour tout les goûts !
L'espace est assez petit mais très convivial & confortable
L'accueil au top ! Nous reviendrons à chaque fois que nous venons sur Montréal ! 🤩
Sep 23, 2025
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It's a great cafe, the pancakes were fantastic & beautiful presentation. It's well prices for $15 & the vibes were great. I will comeback to try the sandwich. It's a bit small the space but the staff were fantastic.
Tout petit café avec une équipe très accueillante & de la très bonne nourriture. Les prix sont très raisonnable & les quantités sont généreuses. Il y a peu de place pour s'associe
Je suis allée dans ce café pour prendre une boisson dans l'après-midi, le personnel est vraiment très accueillant & sympathique, le match était assez bon. Je suis ravie☺?
