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.
Bel accueil & service sympathique. Préparation des assiettes devant nous. C'est frais ! Nous avons pris uniquement des boissons chaudes & pancakes. Mais quel délice ! Les autres assiettes semblaient bien bonnes aussi !
A great find in Montreal. We had the cottage cheese pancakes & Chicken sub.
Both things were great & super friendly staff. This is a must try when in Montreal
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!
Me & a friend decided to go to Mintar today & from the start we were warmly greeted by the barista & the owner of the cafe. The owner is supper nice & came up to us making sure everything was to our liking. Me & my friend each took a latte, we ordered the cottage cheese pancakes & the classic sandwich to share & everything was absolutely amazing. The portions were big, we couldn't finish our plates but we had a hard time stopping because it was so good. Definitely a hidden gem & will definitely be going back.
Quaint coffee shop that serves amazing breakfast items! My friend ordered the cottage cheese pancakes & they were delicious! I ordered the omelette sandwich & the portion was quite generous! Only downside was that the side of potatoes tasted under seasoned. Def a hidden gem!
The food here is 10 star good ,you should not leave Montreal without eating their pancakes & sandwiches,all the foods are fresh & delicious,plus the atmosphere is friendly,I highly recommend
Feb 27, 2025
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Great strong coffee, heavenly cottage cheese pancakes. I love this place so much. Everyone there were friendly & pleasant, thank you for entertaining my 3 year old while I sorted out the stroller & things! The cottage cheese pancakes were beautifully done, slightly crisp around the edges, lovely golden colour, generous bits of cheese, really great fluffy texture vs creaminess of the cheese. I will be very sad when I leave mtl cuz i don't think there's anything like this anywhere else. Will definitely be back for more! The coffee was strong & reminded me of the great ones I had in Melbourne. I hope this business will forever be here as we might frequent mtl for my husband's work trips. Thank you for the great food & hospitality!!
Their pancakes are amazing with oats. I will come back again to try them. The service & atmosphere are 5/5. Thanks to those in charge of this wonderful place.💙
The food here is amazing. The omelette sandwich was the best thing I ate in all of my life I might be exaggerating, but it was just that freaking delicious that I came back & had it the next day. It's quite filling & it comes with a side of seasoned potatoes & as a black person, I have to say everything is seasoned. Oh let's not forget the pancakes are also very delicious. Cottage cheese on pancakes sounds freaking weird to me, but apparently in Canada that's normal because I found it everywhere & now I am a fan, especially with strawberries. I'm regards to Mintar, I loved it. I loved it. I loved it. I loved it , I loved it
Amazing food, spectacular drinks & astounding service! If you're looking for a place to get an amazing breakfast or coffee, you can't go wrong with Mintar. If you don't want to explore their menu, I loved the matcha latte & cottage cheese pancakes! 🥞 🍵
