Olive et Gourmando comes across as a beloved, busy café in Old Montreal with a reputation for fresh pastries, coffee, and comforting sandwiches. Reviews highlight standout items like the Cuban and the chicken melt, the grilled cheese, and the mac and cheese, while many note a lively atmosphere and friendly service when not overwhelmed. The place is popular and operates on a first-come basis, with lines that can be long, and some value perceptions are mixed with prices described as high for certain dishes. Despite occasional glitches and crowded moments, the overall quality, creative twists on classics, and welcoming vibe keep people returning for brunch or lunch.
Delicious & fresh! Speedy service in a very bustling restaurant! If you are looking for a nice place to have long conversation, not the spot for you, but if you want something fresh, tasty & elevated cafe go here!
Sweet little cafe in Old Town Montreal. Nice selection of drinks, baked goods, & fresh food. I had the almond croissant, sweet ricotta, & a latte. All were delicious. The service is friendly & efficient. The atmosphere is nice but a bit tight.
A landmark of Old Montreal, this restaurant is very busy & serves pastries, sandwiches, & desserts. While I think the pastries are merely nondescript, rhetorical decor is very ambient. Lots of cut little knickknacks to peer at. The place is usually bustling with locals & tourists, usually with a line winding all the way out the door. If you are just taking out, don't follow the line. That's for people with reservations or waiting for a table. There is also a little gift shop next door to it. I mean, if you are in the area & want to check out the buzz, sure come in for a quick bite. But come out of your way? I think there are better bistros in the neighborhood.
Un délicieux brunch en plein centre-ville qui nous a été servi avec le sourire de notre serveuse. Que dire du pain doré aux fraises à part que c'était extraordinaire ! Vous devez absolument le goûter.
The pastries at this place are simply perfect-whether it's the blueberry scones, triple chocolate biscuits, or the almond croissants, each bite is a delight. The coffee, especially the lattes & mocha lattes, pairs beautifully with the treats. We'll miss this spot so much! Highly recommended for anyone in the area.
Aug 21, 2024
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This delightful & unpretentious place has truly delicious food. Fresh seasonal menu with thoughtfully made, flavorful dishes. Great service. A real winner all around!
Olive & Gourmando is a must visit in Montreal for its cozy ambiance & fantastic food. The place has a warm, inviting vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. Even though there's often a bit of a wait to be seated, it's totally worth it. The staff is super friendly & attentive, making the whole experience even better. The food is fresh, flavorful, & served with a smile. If you're in Montreal, this spot is definitely one to check out!
Oh wow I thought it was a tourist trap & then I ended up getting the most amazing breakfast I've ever had. I just want to come back here every day til I leave EDIT: we ended up going back twice! & it's still amazing! Our favorite restaurant in Montreal (after doing le violon, mon lapin, beba, toque, monarque, etc.)
Petit café très cosy avec une très bonne brioche à la cannelle & des panini cubains originaux & très bons. Les serveurs sont super sympas & accueillants ! Excellent brunch
Aug 17, 2024
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Un serveur qui a refusé de rapprocher 2 tables de 2 personnes pour en faire une de 4 alors qu'on était avec une femme enceinte de 8 mois. Des plats à presque 30$ à emporter. Le rapport qualité prix n'y est pas du tout.
Totally overpriced. The quality & portion sizes have decreased over time. They give half the size as they used to but increased the prices to something that doesn't make sense. Their almond croissants used to be very good, now they are dry & tasteless.
We went for Sunday lunch in August & it was packed, but the line moved quickly so we only had to wait for about 15 minutes. The only bad thing was that it was pretty hot inside, but not too bad once we were seated & away from the windows at the entrance. The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD. We ate at some really nice places (including ones that were way way more expensive), but the food at Olive & Gourmand is what I'm still dreaming about. We got the Salty Ricotta & the Deluxe salad. Make sure to add the cheese on the salad. I am not a big salad person but that salad changed my life. & the combination of flavors in the Salty Ricotta was divine. We got a berry pie bar too & it was good. Shoutout to the host/maitre d' - Oshin? Not sure how to spell his name but he gave us some really good recommendations, handled the crowd waiting for tables very gracefully & patiently, & we loved watching him literally dance his way through the tables.
Aug 14, 2024
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J'y suis allé une quinzaine de fois dans ma vie & je n'ai jamais été déçu. Ma visite la plus récente était le 2024-08-05 & j'ai pris le Sandwich Cubain, une limonade & un brownie pour terminer. Tout était parfait, je donne 10/10 pour la nourriture. Il y avait un peu d'attente pour avoir une table, ce qui est pas mal toujours le cas. Je recommande fortement cet endroit, ça vaut la peine d'attendre qu'une table soit libérée.
