Olive et Gourmando s'impose comme un pilier du paysage culinaire local, en se concentrant sur les produits de boulangerie artisanaux et les provisions préparées de haute qualité. Le menu privilégie des sandwichs substantiels confectionnés à partir de pains maison, intégrant des ingrédients locaux et des profils aromatiques classiques. Les grilled cheese constituent un point culminant signature, utilisant des fromages sélectionnés fondus à la perfection au sein de tranches de pain au levain croustillant. La clientèle découvre un environnement défini par une esthétique rustique, des murs en briques apparentes et une atmosphère constamment animée par le débit soutenu de la cuisine ouverte. La sélection met l'accent sur des produits frais et saisonniers associés à des viandes savoureuses et des condiments raffinés. Chaque élément reflète un engagement rigoureux envers la qualité artisanale, maintenant des standards élevés pour chaque article proposé à travers les offres variées et robustes.
Olive et Gourmando est largement reconnu comme une destination incontournable du Vieux Montréal, célèbre pour ses viennoiseries de grande qualité, son excellent café et ses sandwichs créatifs comme le Cubain et divers paninis. Bien que de nombreux visiteurs louent l'ambiance chaleureuse et bohème ainsi que le service amical, l'expérience est souvent marquée par une forte affluence et des temps d'attente inévitables en raison de sa popularité. Si certains clients trouvent les prix élevés et les places limitées, la majorité s'accorde à dire que la fraîcheur, la saveur des plats et l'atmosphère unique de ce café en font une adresse remarquable qui vaut largement le détour pour le déjeuner ou le brunch.
Google reviews didn't lie when they said that if you're in Montreal, this is one of the must-visit spots in the city.
We tried the famous Cubano sandwich & the grilled cheese with caramelized onions, & both were incredibly satisfying & delicious. These aren't cheap sandwiches for $25 each, but the quality absolutely delivers. The Cubano was packed with flavor, with perfectly balanced fillings & beautifully toasted bread that stayed crisp with every bite.
The grilled cheese was equally memorable. Made with a blend of melted cheeses & sweet caramelized onions, every bite was rich, gooey, & indulgent without feeling overwhelming. Combined with the perfectly crisp, buttery bread, it's the kind of sandwich you'll still be thinking about hours later.
The atmosphere is another reason why this place stands out. It has a charming, bohemian vibe that's both cozy & energetic. It's busy, there's almost always a line, most likely seats needs long wait on the weekends, & after experiencing it firsthand, it's easy to understand why. Btw, I wasn't able to snag a seat so I took it on the road.
& the mocha? Easily one of the best I've had in Montreal. Rich, balanced, & comforting-definitely a standout.
Yes, you'll pay more than you would for an ordinary sandwich, but this is far from an ordinary sandwich shop. The quality, atmosphere, & overall experience make it well worth the visit. If you're in Montreal, do yourself a favor & don't skip this place.
i frequently think of my montreal trip back in 2019, but this is what i think of most. i had the caramelized onion grilled cheese & it was a delight. i hope i get to have it again soon! ;)
Food is good. Service is good. The cuban sandwhich was very good. Only down is the price, 25$ for a panini is on the pricier side, including the grilled cheese.
The potato salad too is very good, again it's on the pricier side but overall the flavors were all very good.
21 juin 2026
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Genuinely the best panini I've ever had in my life. I was hesitating on getting the Cubain since I hate pickled things & cilantro, but it was the perfect little kick of it: not too overwhelming. The cheese & the pork were DELICIOUS & I would fly to Montréal again just to eat this.
Cute & cozy restaurant with A+ food. We ordered two raspberry lemonades for the kids, the french toast, grilled cheese, asian salad & the Egg on Your Face sandwich - all were delicious but the standout was the homemade ketchup that came with the grilled cheese. Outstanding!
A bit disappointed. Grill cheese used to be an experience. Now the filling is still very good but the bread is ordinary. More like a panini bread barely grilled. For 25$, I expect better.
Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil) visted here, so it was on our'must visit' list for our trip to Old Montreal.
Food quality & taste were beyond our expectations. Service was excellent. It was very busy when we arrived, but we were told it would only be a 10 minute wait. We sat outside on a bench, & waited to be called.
I admired the ambiance as we were shown to our table. It was full, & noisy, but so much that we couldn't talk to each other. Bonus points for whoever designed the sound system that played 80s music during our visit. Enough speakers to fill the room with sound, & the system didn't need to played loud to be enjoyed.
Coffee was superb. Just the right strength, with lovely notes of chocolate. I had the chicken melt, which was incredible. Real chicken pieces, sauce with a touch of heat, & toppings with just the right amount of savoury. Her panini was equally good. The star of the meal was the french roast. Heated all the way through, with the right balance of fruit, cheese, & syrop.
Délicieux ! J'ai pris le Mac N Cheese à la truffe, mon amie la soupe du jour, & on s'est partagé à deux le grilled cheese : on s'est régalé. On sent que les ingrédients sont qualitatifs, c'était parfaitement assaisonné & les quantités sont pile poil comme il faut.
Le seul petit bémol c'est qu'il y a généralement beaucoup d'attente pour avoir une table (on a eu de la chance, on est arrivée juste avant qu'il y ait une file) car c'est bondé, & il y a donc pas mal de bruit. Sinon c'est vraiment un chouette endroit, je reviendrai à l'avenir !
This is was one of the best breakfast/brunch experiences I've had in Montréal or anywhere else. I had a really superior matcha latte & the eggo fuego sandwich minus the meat, which was hands down the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. In addition to using tasty basic ingredients, the combination of the buttery brioche with the piquant sauce & the rich egg & cheese were an absolute win. Friendly service topped it off nicely.
