At Parma Café, the spirit of Italy meets the vibrancy of a fast-casual restaurant. Enjoy an authentic espresso prepared to perfection, as if you were in Naples. The menu, featuring carefully prepared paninis and salads, will also take your taste buds on a culinary journey. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a leisurely coffee, Parma Café promises a warm and welcoming atmosphere, just like home.
Parma Café is described as a casual Italian cafe with a broad menu of food and desserts, where fresh bread and generous paninis such as steak capicollo and porchetta, along with classics like tiramisu and cannoli, stand out for authentic flavors. Across reviews, the vibe is cozy and welcoming, the atmosphere lively, and the staff friendly and helpful, though a few notes point to occasional counter delays or a busy, noisy space. The sandwiches and deli items consistently come up as the top picks, with many praising the mortadella panini, the balance of fillings, and the crisp bread, while some diners mention value as a plus and others caution that take-out or lunchtime crowds can affect experience. Desserts and pasta are also highlighted for quality, with coffee praised by many and at least one miss on an iced latte. Overall, Parma Café is viewed as a reliable choice for flavorful, substantial meals and casual dining, offering good value and a memorable sandwich experience, while acknowledging that peak times can feel crowded and service can vary.
Amazing steak sandwich recommended from the staff. Tortellini was good size for my daughter & she enjoyed it also. Really nice spot to grab a quick bite. Thanks for the water bottle!
Visited this spot on October 2025 - Delicious food, cozy atmosphere, & friendly management despite a rough first impression at the counter.
Food: The sandwiches & fries were delicious, with generous portions - definitely worth it!
Service: Unfortunately, the'younger' cashier / barista seemed quite rude & uninterested. When we asked about our missing fries halfway through the meal, he simply said'I know,' which felt dismissive. Luckily, what seemed to be the manager was much friendlier & welcoming - smiling, attentive, & much easier to approach.
Atmosphere: Cozy & pleasant vibe, although there aren't many tables - more bar-style seating. Still, a nice spot to sit down & enjoy a good lunch.
Overall, despite the initial service hiccup, we really enjoyed our meal & will definitely be coming back!
Excellent endroit, propre, super bon sandwich. Les employés sont sympathiques & bilingue, woaw! Seul bémol, faites attention à votre change en payant parfois il en manque.
Première fois pour nous mais certainement pas la dernière!! Belle accueil, excellent service, mais les sandwichs!!! Délicieux!!
Merci pour l'expérience! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Parma never disappoints! The staff are always friendly, & the quality of their sandwiches is great. The bread is super fresh.
This one's the steak capicolo épices, vraiment délicieux! The other was the steak sandwich, also amazing. Highly recommend.
Oct 7, 2025
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Delicious Turkey club sandwich! Friendly & welcoming workers. The pickled eggplant as a side was the perfect addition. The pear drink is small but yum!
Parma Café - Un sandwich déjeuner qui fait le boulot, mais qui pourrait mieux faire
Ce matin, j'ai testé le sandwich déjeuner du Parma Café. Servi sur une tranche de ciabatta, l'ensemble est plutôt généreux : oeufs, jambon, fromage, tomates & roquette. À 6,50 $, c'est abordable & ça cale.
Côté texture, le pain mériterait d'être plus toasté. Là, il reste un peu farineux & mou, ce qui gâche un peu l'expérience. En pliant la tartine en deux, on obtient une sorte de demi-sandwich qui se tient mieux en main, mais on sent que la formule pourrait être mieux pensée.
Côté goût, ça manque de relief. Le fromage domine, au détriment des autres ingrédients. Les tomates ne sont pas assaisonnées, la roquette apporte une fraîcheur bienvenue, mais elle aussi reste neutre. L'équilibre entre le jambon & l'oeuf peine à se faire, notamment à cause d'un gras mal réparti.
Il manque un vrai marqueur de goût pour lier l'ensemble : une touche de moutarde, un filet d'huile d'olive, quelques oignons nouveaux ou simplement un bon assaisonnement auraient pu faire toute la différence.
Bref, c'est correct, ça dépanne, mais ça ne laisse pas de souvenir. À ce prix, on ne demande pas la lune, mais un peu plus d'attention à l'équilibre des saveurs ferait toute la différence. Un sandwich qui a du potentiel, mais qui mérite d'être retravaillé pour vraiment convaincre.
This place is EXACTLY what we hope look for when we're on vacation: A casual, non-pretentious place with food that is absolutely delicious! I enjoyed the charcuterie Panino & my wife had a Porchetta panino. Both were literally the best paninis we've had in North America & much of Italy. They both featured a special'relish' (for lack of a better word) that was a mix of lettuce, peppers pearl onions & exquisite seasoning. I wish I could have that on every sandwich I eat - forever! The mixtures is both exceptionally tasty & a bit spicy. When I took my first bite it was like a party in my mouth! I knew almost immediately that it was one of the best sandwiches that I'd ever had. Then my wife gave me a bite of her porchetta panino & THAT was even better. The seasoning on that pork just exploded my taste buds… & I'm not even a big fan of pork. One of the keys to the greatness of these sandwiches is the amazing bread. It has a perfect combination of a delicious, delicate center with a perfect, gourmet-crunchy crust. Not too hard or thick, but just right for marrying with the perfection of the ingredients.
Not to be outdone were the staff! They were all every bit as wonderful as the food, & so welcoming & helpful. My wife & I truly can't recommend the Parma Café enough. They served us a meal that we kept reflecting on with great fondness the rest of our trip. In fact, there is a very famous deli in Montreal called Schwartz's which is known around the world for its amazing sandwiches. We ate there the day before & it was, indeed, good , but if I had to choose between the two, I'd eat at Parma Café hands down every time. Enjoy.
Great spot for fresh deli food & desserts. Bread is crisp & fresh. Sandwiches are tasty. Price is reasonable. Atmosphere is perfect & the staff is friendly. If you don't have a lot of time this is great for take-out.
Wandered in here while getting lost looking for Tommy Café. THIS IS SO MUCH BETTER! The breakfast sandwich was beautiful, delicious & affordable. The service was efficient & pleasant.
