Olive et Gourmando

Terry

5.0

We decided to try Olive & Gourmando based on all the great reviews & are really glad we did. Try to get here early if you're planning to come for breakfast, as it can get busy. We waited about 20 minutes for a table, & there is bench seating outside while you wait.

I ordered the Cubain & peach cobbler French toast. My wife & daughter shared another Cubain & peach cobbler French toast, & my daughter also had the granola bowl. The granola bowl had a nice mix of crunch & sweetness, along with plenty of fresh fruit.

The Cubain was terrific. The pancetta, roasted pork & raw-milk Gruyère were a great combination of salty & spicy flavours. The panini bread was grilled to perfection, as every bite was nice & crispy.

The peach cobbler French toast was also excellent & nicely balanced without being too sweet. The caramelized peaches, whipped labneh & sliced almonds paired really well together, & the French toast was crispy on the outside while still soft inside. The maple syrup was served on the side so you could add as much or as little as you wanted.

Service was fast & friendly even though the restaurant was busy. They regularly came around to make sure we always had a full bottle of water on the table.

This spot is definitely a must-try if you're in Old Montréal. While the sandwiches are a bit expensive, they're totally worth it. These are bespoke sandwiches made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, & the service is impeccable. Highly recommended!!

Andrew

5.0

Great spot! Pastries are delicious, I got almond croissant & a cappuccino. They have a kitchen , bunch of different options for brunch. Bowls, salads, sandwiches

Vibe is amazing, it reminds me a Williamsburg NYC. Service was nice & fast, everyone is friendly. Recommend

Adriana

5.0

Amazing sándwiches, the chicken one specifically

R

5.0

Great breakfast spot that was recommended by a friend. Very fresh ingredients & fantastic sandwiches! The Cubain sandwich was delicious, as was the smashed potato salad. Its a bit tight for seating but totally worth the visit. Its a busy spot right from open so it may be a bit of a wait but again, very much worth it. Our server was great & so was the staff. Nice breakfast spot!

Michael

3.0

Over-rated Cuban sandwich. Too much sauce, too little meat, too expensive.

Michael

2.0

It's not 20-30 per person. A sandwich is >$25 before tax or tip. No sides. Nothing. Coffee another $7. Expect to spend ~ $100 for breakfast for 2 ppl. But it's still packed. Oh no AC either. Sweaty & gross in July.

Cuban had a nice sauce but not a lot of protein. I'm used to these being stacked thick. Did I mention no sides?

I can't tell how much of this is enshitification/profit maxxing vs legit costliness of running a business in OM.

Marino

2.0

I went on a Saturday around 9:30 a.m. &, although we arrived relatively early, the restaurant was already completely full. We had to wait approximately 30 minutes for a table to be assigned to us.

The place is quite small for the popularity it has. In addition, the table they gave us for four adults was extremely small; it really looked like a table designed for two people, so eating was somewhat uncomfortable.

As for the food, I ordered a Cuban sandwich & I must admit that it was very good. The taste & quality honored the fame of the restaurant.

Precisely because of how good the place is, I think it would be an excellent idea to implement a reservation system by time slots to better control the number of people & prevent it from always being so full. I also think that they should incorporate larger tables for groups of four, as that would greatly improve the customer experience.

Paolo

5.0

Been going to Gourmando for probably 15 years.... I always the Cubano sandwich... Moist, tasty, yet crispy on the outside... With a Greek salad & a ginger ice tea... If you need a quick halt to recharge, that's the perfect place!

Ken

2.0

Food was meh. $20 something for a sandwich, that's over $30 after tax & tip is over priced

Marine

2.0

30$ for a sandwich is completely overpriced