One step away from the Notre-Dame Basilica in Old Montreal, the Paparmane tea room offers its colorful version of English tea time in a gourmet and festive spirit.
Paparmane offers a charming and whimsical afternoon tea experience in Montreal that consistently impresses guests with its beautifully decorated, cozy atmosphere and high level of hospitality. Visitors frequently highlight the personalized and attentive service, as well as the delicious, seasonal selection of sweet and savory treats that are artfully presented. While the experience is often compared favorably to other renowned tea venues, many guests appreciate the unique attention to detail, ranging from kid-friendly accommodations to successful handling of various dietary restrictions. Although some visitors noted that the reservation system can occasionally be complex or that seating can feel close, the majority of patrons leave feeling pampered and eager to return for future seasonal menus and special occasions.
We had an amazing experience at Paparmane Montreal! As vegetarians, we were thrilled with the variety & taste of the food-it's often hard to find great vegetarian options, but this place exceeded our expectations. The mocktails & cocktails were equally impressive. While it's a bit on the pricier side, every dollar is worth it for the food, drinks, & the beautiful ambiance. The location is fantastic, making it perfect for a special outing. You can check out some photos from our visit on my Instagram: @chitrayuk
Parfait pour prendre l'heure du thé en amies! La décoration & l'ambiance sont très bien. Le personnel est attentionné. Que dire du plateau étagé avec ses petits sandwiches, ses canapés, ses scones & ses petites pâtisseries! Il est difficile de tout terminer! Facile de s'y rendre en métro, pas très loin de la Basilique Notre-Dame, parfait pour s'y promener ensuite & parcourir les rues du Vieux-Montréal. C'est ma deuxième visite & c'était aussi bien, le menu change quelques fois pendant l'année, ce qui permet de goûter à de nouvelles choses. Il y a aussi des plateaux avec options végétariennes , véganes & sans gluten.
Attiré par la devanture discrète mais éclairée comme un magasin de jouet vintage, c'est la première impression que j'ai eue en passant devant par une nuit fraîche d'automne.
Réservation prise, me voilà dans l'établissement où le spectacle est d'abord pour les yeux avant ravir la bouche. Il fait glacial en ce samedi après-midi & les nombreux clients se pressent d'entrer pour se réchauffer.
Nous sommes installés à deux pas de l'entrée où un lourd rideau nous protège du froid... Si les clients ne laissent pas la porte ouverte.
Une fois assis, on est littéralement dans Alice au pays des merveilles. Le service est attentionné, un menu seulement (parfait pour les indécis) mais avec des options végétariennes & sans gluten (vous n'avez maintenant aucune excuse de ne pas les visiter).
Autant le menu est succinct, autant les options de thés sont multiples & on a envie de goûter a pleins de sorte... Sans compter les mocktails dont l'apprêt vous fera retomber en enfance.
Mocktails, thé & enfin le plateau 3 étages avec un assortiment du salé (en bas) vers le sucré (en haut).
Le menu d'automne est excellent, ne vous fiez pas aux portions, nous avons eu du mal a finir.
On y retourne ? Très certainement puisqu'il semble que l'établissement change de menu au gré des saisons.
Jul 9, 2025
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We had the most magical time at Paparmane today. My husband & I went to celebrate my birthday. I made a reservation online & let them know at that time that I have celiac disease. The owner of the tearoom personally emailed me a few days later to follow up on my need for a gluten free menu which I thought was amazing.
When we walked in today I was thrilled with how whimsical the atmosphere was. The staff that met us at the door was very friendly & instantly asked us which member of our party had celiac disease. She reassured me the staff was very knowledgeable & trained in celiac awareness. This made me feel very comfortable.
Our waiter was friendly, knowledgeable & very attentive. He took the time to explain the menus & how food allergies are easily accommodated.
Once the food arrived the presentation was beautiful & thoughtfully arranged. The taste was unbelievable! Having celiac disease finding gluten free food that tastes wonderful is very hard to come by. The food here made me incredibly happy with every bite. I savoured every morsel! I cannot express how delicious everything was. My husband had the vegetarian option & loved every bite as well.
I cannot say enough about how much we loved our experience here. I was also delighted that I was able to purchase some loose leaf tea to bring hone with me as well.
I cannot wait to return again to Paparmane for another beautiful & magical experience in the future!
Pros
-beautiful decor
-lots of menu options for dietary needs
-relaxing environment
-reasonable pricing for afternoon tea
Room for improvement
-the food has a lot of room for improvements. The scones are too dry. The dessert was decent. The strawberry one was not very good.
The savory portion needs the most work. The brie cheese & bread was very
The herbal teas were not very good. Tried two versions & they were both very sour.
Really beautiful tea house. The dishes are pretty good as well & they have a decent selection of teas. They do sweet & savory options too. Decent value as well.
Quelle expérience! Nous avons vraiment passé un bon moment à venir prendre le thé dans une ambiance feutrée & un service impeccable. Les plats sont délicieux & raffinés. Ce n'est pas pour toutes les bourses par contre, mais si on veux se gâter, c'est une excellente option.
I've always enjoyed high tea & last had it at the Savoy Hotel in London so my expectations were relatively high. I was charmed by the entire experience, right from the moment I looked into the front window still decorated for the Christmas season. We were greeted immediately & brought right to our waiting table. The decor is whimsical, the service was both friendly & attentive & the food was a lovely mix of traditional with a Quebecois twist, as advertised. I will be returning next month with my two elderly aunts who I know will just love the experience, from decor to menu! We inquired as to when they had opened & were told last April (2024). For a relatively newer establishment, they have the feel of having been around for a lot longer! Love that we have this new option in the city!
Beautiful "Alice in Wonderland-ish" experience. Delicious bites (incl vegan options) of high tea delights served on beautiful 3-tier service trays. Prix fix at $60. Vegan options. Great selection of teas served in your own pot. Service is attentive, & the decor is delightfully fanciful. A real treat. Great for a special occasion. Practically no waiting room, so bundle up if you're outside. (Went in Jan.) & it was a bit loud to hear around our table of 4.
Super endroit pour une expérience d'afternoon tea avec vos amis, votre famille. Ne déjeuner pas avant car les portions sont généreuses. Il y a une option végétarienne & je pense même sans gluten. Le service est impeccable. Ce sont les mêmes propriétaires que le Cafe Régine! :)
