Parma Café in Laval's Centropolis emerges in reviews as a bright, welcoming Italian cafe with a spacious layout, a strong coffee program and a menu that reliably delivers fresh paninis, salads and desserts; patrons praise fast friendly service, attentive staff, and a vibe that makes it a good spot to study, meet friends, or enjoy a quick bite, with particular note of cannoli and pistachio flavors as highlights. The majority of feedback points to excellent coffee and sandwiches, generous portions, and a cozy, modern interior, though some experiences mention it getting very loud and crowded at peak times, occasional inconsistency in panini fillings or price, and frustrations with seating for long study sessions or issues with ordering and payment apps. Overall Parma Café is described as a go-to spot in Laval with a reliable menu, welcoming atmosphere, and strong service, worth returning to for both coffee and meals.
Fantastic spot, whether a coffee date, catching up with friends, or looking for a cozy place to get some work done. The ambiance is warm & stylish, with a modern yet inviting decor that makes you want to stay a while.
The coffee is rich & well prepared, & they offer a great selection of fresh pastries & light bites. The service is fast & friendly, adding to the overall pleasant experience. Plus, the seating is comfortable, & the atmosphere is just the right balance of lively & relaxing, perfect for conversations or focused work. A versatile café that's definitely worth a visit!
This place is always packed for a reason!
From the cozy decoration to the delicious menu including the extremely happy service team. The rich aroma of freshly brewed espresso & the selection of pastries completes their paninis selection.
One of the places that I can go everyday.
Bravo Parma 👏🏼
Mar 2, 2025
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I love this place! The food is delicious, the service is top notch, & the coffee is just other level! Highly recommended! It is always clean & the ambiance is very special.
Feb 21, 2025
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Had a fantastic lunch here with beyond amazing service! The staff were so kind & accommodating with us having two young children & we couldn't be more grateful. Would keep returning & high recommend!
Première fois: nous avons pris des salades garnies d'un poulet très tendre. Le café est bon aussi. Nous y reviendrons.
Deuxième fois: j'ai pris un trio panini à la porchetta. Je suis une habituée des cafés italiens à Montréal qui servent ce genre de sandwich (Bossa, Clarke Café). La porchetta était très dure. Par contre, les frites sont délicieuses!
Troisième fois: nous avons pris un trio panini club sandwich. La nourriture était bonne, le service, excellent. Par ailleurs, je trouve fort dommage que des gens qui sont branchés sur leur portable & passent des heures là en consommant seulement un café monopolisent les meilleures places alors que des gens comme nous qui avons dépensé une belle somme pour notre dîner en sommes réduits à prendre des places moins intéressantes. Mettons que ça nous enlève le goût de nous attarder… & de dépenser plus. Avis aux proprios!
I recently visited Parma Cafe for brunch.
On the up side, vibe was good. Cafe is modern, spacious & clean. Just not sure why they put TVs in there, kinda kills the cozy cafe vibe, oh well.
Food was ok! Breakfast panini was good but nothing crazy, however coffee was delicious & well done! Their cookie (which looked amazing in display) were rock hard, disappointing.
Unfortunately, the place fell short of my expectations for service. Although it was quick & efficient, the cashier was rude, never smiled & it felt like she didn't want to work there. The whole staff was just disinterested & no one seemed happy to be there, weird!
Parma Café has a great ambiance with plenty of seating, even on short notice, which makes it a reliable spot whether you're meeting friends or just dropping in. The atmosphere is relaxed & inviting-perfect for studying or casually hanging out. The sandwiches here are amazing, & I highly recommend the **Gigi chicken**-it's packed with flavor & definitely a must-try. Desserts are also solid, especially the pistachio-based ones, though they were a bit too sweet for my taste. Overall, a great café with excellent food & a welcoming vibe. Definitely worth a visit!
Jan 30, 2025
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Went to Parma Cafe for a lunch date with my dad. I had the steak sandwich au jus & he had the sausage sandwich. Both were excellent. Not sure if they make their bread or purchase it from somewhere but whatever the case may be please don't ever change it. Fries with truffle mayo were also delicious. Coffee was very good as well. Price for quality & portions were on point. Staff were friendly. Highly recommend
Jan 21, 2025
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Loved this place! Excellent service from Michelangelo. He gave great suggestions & looked like he was happy to be there. We came on a Tuesday at 3:00 & it was perfect. I had tried to come at lunch one day & it was packed. The bread for the paninis is perfect. Nice flavour & crunch, not too much doughy filling, big enough to encompass the layers, & it stays in tact until the last bite. The mortadella sandwich is delightful. We would prefer maybe another cheese, but over all great. The spicy steak sandwich, recommended by Mick, is amazing. Full of flavour & great ingredients. Spicy but manageable. The French fries are great. The sandwiches are about 18$. Not cheap, but worth it. We didn't have dessert this time but they look amazing. As a tea drinker I was happy to see & assortment of really good teas. Looking forward to coming back & trying everything.
Definitely a go-to spot for me! The place is spacious wirh plenty of seating. The cesar salad is delicious, & the coffee is great! Some servers had a resting ***** face, we can only hope that it's because it's busy
Beau décor, mais plus un students' hangout qu'un café. Très achalandé & bruyant. On dirait qu'il n'y a pas assez de staff pour nettoyer les tables entre les clients.
