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.
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.
May 8, 2025
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Best cappucino & macchiato in town, & the roll with the chicken is massive & super tasty. The pistachio croissant delicious. Not a fancy place, relatively small, but good atmosphere.
The best place & hospitality we recieved when in M'tl. We were just on couple days of trip & decided to go here on our last day of our trip & i m glad we went here. The barista (probs the owner) i guess took good care of his customers. He was very attentive while taking irders & making everyones order. Very friendly atmosphere & there was never a room if awkwardness or customer owner vibe. He was very friendly with everybody in the cafe. Will definitely come back here wenever i visit next.
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 !
Be it coffee, be it the sandwiches, the flavours are on point.
I recommend the classic sandwich & the chicken sandwich over the rest. It's delicious.
The place is a vibe !
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!
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.
