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.
I tried the pancakes yesterday & came back for a smoothie & sandwich today 🧡 Very very good service & everyone there is really nice. I'm a huge pancake fan & I'd say the pancakes were 10/10. Strawberry banana smoothie was also good & the halloumi & egg sandwich too. The side potatoes are nice. Coffee was a bit too bitter for me. Recommending this place!
Apr 5, 2026
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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!
Cute cafe with a great vibe & very friendly staff. Nice variety on the menu as well.
However, the croissants weren't great, & the spicy mayo egg sandwich was quite salty. Still a good spot to hang out, but I hope the food quality improves because it's the crucial part.
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.
Iced latte took me out of a rut. It must have had adderall in it or something cause after a week of falling behind on all my responsibilities I deep cleaned my apartment & was excited about it. My hands are still shaking three hours after the iced latte.
Mintar is my sister & I's go to coffee spot. Not only is their coffee phenomenal but the service is outstanding every-single-time. Coming here feels like home. I highly highly recommend trying their special where you get a small coffee with a breakfast sandwich for 8.99$. The food here is ridiculously good. Important to note that they are also consistent:) They're also one of the only places that offers a cardamom latte, which is our favourite. Shoutout to the employees of Mintar, we LOVE y'all❤?
Incredible sandwiches! Everything was fresh & full of flavor. The staff were very kind & welcoming. Easily one of the best sandwich places in Montreal.
Mar 21, 2026
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We stopped in for a coffee & breakfast today, the host was great, he explained the menu in detail, the food was delicious, I had a Latte & my partner had an Americano coffee, definitely recommend
Deliciously large plates of food. Two of us shared the ham & egg sandwich & the cottage cheese pancakes loaded with blueberries. Everything was superb!
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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.
