Olive et Gourmando

Archana

5.0

Food is amaaazing. Loved the croissants, the french toast was one of the best i've had, so was the yogurt-bowl. & the salted & sweet ricotta was sooo fresh. The staff was soo sweet.

Steve

3.0

For a self-proclaimed foodie destination, this place just got crossed off this foodie's list. Admittedly we showed up after the lunch rush, but the place had been absolutely ransacked. The server seated us without warning, & when we went to order, each item we requested had run out. No Cuban, no chicken melt, no several other delicious sounding things. She gave us 10 more minutes to look over the menu & come up with a plan B. Truthfully I wanted to jump ship, but couldn't because our drink orders were already in, & I was captain of this gastronomic journey. We'd set sail without proper forecasting!

We settled on the baked egg & salmon bowl, neither what we were exactly craving. The baked egg was fairly tasty, a shakshouka-esque experience accompanied by rustic bread for hasty dipping. The salmon bowl was excellent, with delicious dressing, but the salmon portion was oh-so-meager. It made me wonder if the lunch rush had given the kitchen such a beating that they had split my salmon filet in half & served it to me & my neighboring table friend. Check out my photo & tell me if that portion seems right?

The lore says Michael Jordan worked his rear off every game because he always told himself there was probably at least one kid in the stands who came there to see THE Michael Jordan. Well this kid in the stands caught Olive & Gourmando taking the night off. There is a risk for peril if you choose this restaurant, especially if you are in Montréal for a limited time!

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.

Megan

4.0

Pas énormément de choix au menu & prix un peu trop élevé mais la nourriture & le service étaient excellents!

Cody

5.0

Must try! The food, the coffee, the staff.. Parfait.

Nelson

5.0

This place was super busy & is a hop away from the Basilica. The almond croissant we had was not your typical shape of a croissant, but it was perfectly flavored with just the right texture not too soft not too crunchy. Even though I had to eat this on the street because the place was too full for dining in. It was definitely the best croissant I've had ever.

Brianna

4.0

Great! Busy & popular place so be prepared to wait!

Sumanth

2.0

Overhyped, food was average. Croissant was too chewy & hard, did not feely freshly baked. Grilled cheese was too greecy & salty.

Schneider

5.0

Super endroit où nous avons petit déjeuné avec 2 enfants. La brioche à la cannelle & le scone à la fraise valent le détour ! La limonade framboise maison est également un régal . Le lieu est un peu bruyant mais le personnel ultra sympathique & tout est bon, même le café ! On recommande sans hésiter.

Khushi

3.0

Vibrant, bustling atmosphere & a line out the door at 9am on a dreary Thursday - certainly a popular spot!

I tried the cinnamon brioche after seeing raving reviews, but as someone with a very mild sweet tooth, it was way too sweet for me :( Wish I tried something else to be more excited!

The space was loud & energetic, so great for a date or hanging out, but definitely not a cafe to sit & work from. Not a place for'laptop time' as one of the other reviews suggests.