Monday

9 am - 3 pm

Tuesday

9 am - 10 pm

Wednesday

9 am - 10 pm

Thursday

9 am - 11 pm

Friday

9 am - Midnight

Saturday

9 am - 1 am

Sunday

9 am - 3 pm

About

Monk Café Buvette functions as a versatile neighborhood hub blending market-fresh culinary sensibilities with the relaxed atmosphere of a traditional buvette. The kitchen prioritizes seasonal ingredients, crafting plates that emphasize regional sourcing and uncomplicated flavor profiles. Patrons encounter a curated selection of artisanal snacks and light preparations designed to pair seamlessly with an extensive array of specialty beverages. The physical space features an open layout that fosters interaction, stripping away formal barriers between the preparation area and the seating zones. This establishment maintains a focus on accessibility, providing a direct connection to local food culture through its thoughtfully managed inventory of curated goods and pantry staples. The environment remains steady and focused, ensuring that each visit centers on the quality of the products served rather than unnecessary spectacle.

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Monk Café Buvette is widely regarded as a standout neighborhood destination, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, high quality coffee, and imaginative, well seasoned food options ranging from brunch favorites like eggs benedict and pancakes to dinner items like tartare and burgers. Many visitors praise the establishment for its cozy, airy decor and its ability to serve as a versatile space that transitions seamlessly from a daytime cafe to a lively evening buvette. While the vast majority of guests report exceptional experiences highlighted by professional, friendly, and attentive service, a small portion of patrons have noted inconsistent experiences with staff responsiveness and occasional service delays. Despite these rare exceptions, the restaurant remains a popular choice for locals and visitors alike, earning strong recommendations for its consistent flavor profiles, reasonable pricing, and welcoming, neighborhood-focused energy.

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Patricia

5.0

C'était notre première fois à mon conjoint & moi-même! Les plats étaient succulents & le service impeccable. Les prix sont très raisonnable pour la qualité des plats. Nous avons apprécié l'ambiance feutré & calme.

Feb 3, 2024

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Jessica

5.0

Our first time around, my family & I had a so so experience but the owner & team were very quick to course correct & invited us back for an amazing evening! They took great care of us & we had a phenomenal night/experience. Shout out to our waiter Mateo who was very beloved & to the owners who cared enough about their business to ensure no customer left without being 110% satisfied.

Feb 2, 2024

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Marie-Claude

5.0

Un endroit sympathique & chaleureux. Le brunch est délicieux & original. L'endroit est lumineux avec plantes & le personnel est courtois, sympathique & souriant. Toujours hâte d'y retourner :)

Jan 31, 2024

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Jaime

5.0

Whenever I visit Montreal I come to Monk Cafe & absolutely love it. I come with friends, or to just sit & write while enjoying a coffee or cocktail. Aside from the delicious food & beautiful decor, the staff are so nice & welcoming which is the best part of all.

Jan 21, 2024

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Eric

5.0

Hybride café/restaurant/bar. J'ai visité un vendredi soir pour l'apéro/souper ainsi qu'une autre fois pour le brunch. Très belle ambiance & très lumineux avec ses grandes fenêtres. Bon choix de bières de la brasserie West Shefford. Le menu nourriture est alléchant. Nous avons pris la rillette de canard fait maison en entrée, vraiment excellent. Le burger de poulet frit était quand à lui tout simplement décadent 👌🏻Les choix pour le brunch sont également délicieux & le tout est original!

Jan 16, 2024

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Pierre-Alexandre

5.0

Le staff est super sympathique, la bouffe est excellente ainsi que la bière. En plus ils misent sur des produits québécois. C'est un endroit exceptionnel!

Jan 10, 2024

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Devildman

5.0

Excellent little Cafe on boulevard Monk, which is a very cute area. We went for breakfast with a group of 4 people & did not wait for a table. The service was exceptional with really thoughtful, attentive & kind staff attending to our needs. Coffee was amazing. I had a double shot of their blend, had great notes of berry & dark chocolate. Breakfast was so delicious & good value for the proportions. I had the Classic Breakfast & ate like royalty. The homemade mayo was great too for the potatoes. Eggs were buttery yum The ambience is a nice blend of Breakfast Cafe meet Cafe night life with a full bar. Overall would highly recommend & I will be returning A++++

Jan 6, 2024

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Brigitte

5.0

We were a group of 8 & showed up without reservations at lunchtime . They quickly made room for us. Everyone enjoyed the food.

Jan 4, 2024

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Paola

3.0

Étant cliente régulière, j'aime beaucoup manger chez Monk, mais aujourd'hui j'ai reçu un plat mal cuisiné & la serveuse m'a tout simplement répondu "espérons que ça soit mieux la prochaine fois". J'aurais vraiment aimé qu'elle me propose une alternative, car j'ai mangé très peu considérant que l'assiette ranchero n'est pas une grande assiette (la tortilla était crue)

Dec 31, 2023

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Gilles

5.0

Très bon déjeuner service très bon

Dec 27, 2023

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