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Parma Café

Italian Coffee and Specialties
Downtown
4.5$ & $$
OPEN7 am - 6 pm
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Parma Café Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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.

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Reviews for Parma Café

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on Google4.5 (500+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Overall, Parma Café receives strong praise for delicious Italian style dishes, excellent coffee, and friendly, efficient service in a bright, welcoming setting that works for both quick meals and work sessions. The sandwiches and paninis are frequently highlighted as flavorful and substantial, with monthly specials and crowd favorites keeping regulars coming back, while espresso and other drinks are often described as top quality. The atmosphere is often noted as pleasant and conducive to lingering or getting work done, though a few reviews mention that the space can feel small or busy and that some prices run high for the portion or item. Occasional critiques point to dryness in a porchetta panini and a few service hiccups, but the overall impression is of reliable food, good value in portions, and friendly staff. In short, Parma Café stands out for solid coffee, tasty bites, and a welcoming vibe that draws guests back.
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Awesome employee & coffee but it's really sad to see him being overworked. Please staff two people if possible because it takes away from efficiently as well as put an impossible workload on one person at the front counter. Over working good employees in not the way to go!

Sep 18, 2024
on Google

Went around lunch & the place was slammed, food took a while but was soooo worth the wait.

Sep 16, 2024
on Google

Great cafe! & great service!!

Sep 15, 2024
on Google

Amazing service at Parma Cafe. Nor was great at recommending items in the menu to try. She was so welcoming & friendly.

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

Great panini sandwiches, fast takeout for lunch & sat in the park although you can eat inside & a small patio outside.

Sep 12, 2024
on Google

Great coffee & sweet.

Sep 11, 2024
on Google

What an awesome first time experience! Nour was an excellent server making sure we found exactly what we wanted! Cant express enough how Great Service can go a long way!! Thank you again & will be definitely coming back

Sep 5, 2024
on Google

I love PARMA CAFE.. it's my to go place 🔝! My fav is Poulet pané... the chicken is so original, no one has this delicious taste! The service is so exclusive & great spot in heart of downtown!! You'll be surprised with the quality of food!! All the best!

Sep 4, 2024
on Google

Nice coffeeshop, I went there today around 8am to take my breakfast & coffee, before I go to work. bagel cream cheese was very fresh & nice, coffee was also great. My uber was arriving in 2 min & didn't have my bagel cream cheese yet, so I told the person who was in charge of coffee preparation & she helped me to get my bagel cream cheese on time before my uber arrives.

Aug 27, 2024
on Google

Food is good, prices are a little high

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Great coffee, love the breakfast cookie & great service.

Aug 22, 2024
on Google

My favorite spot for coffee & sandwich in old Montreal! The salad with grilled chicken is also spectacular !

Aug 21, 2024
on Google
5.0

Cool little place at a very convenient location.

Aug 21, 2024
on Google

Très bien pour le midi!

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

For those who don't eat pork, please note that rather than listing bacon as an ingredient like every other resto on the planet, you need to check what the asterisk is for (indicated on the bottom left of the board). $20 in the garbage.

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Value for money is great, the pasta wasn't the best but their other menu items looked good.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

Quaint little cafe with good value sandwiches that taste quite nice. The combo comes with a large portion of parmesan fries. That being said, with the combo the price can add up!

Aug 11, 2024
on Google

I feel like the draw is more about the place than the coffee. Coffee is just good. The place on the other hand is aesthetic & perfect for working

Aug 10, 2024
on Google

Wonderful sandwiches! Artisan bread. Pasta & sauce cooked to perfection. Great vibe. 80's music on blast. Had the San Daniele & Eggplant parm sandwiches. Super fresh & everyone was so friendly. Stumbled upon this place while lost & walking around with the kids. It was our oasis in the moment! The owner Angelo went out of his way to make us feel welcome!

Aug 2, 2024
on Google

Très bon café & belles petites viennoiseries. Plusieurs places pour s'assoir à l'intérieur & à l'extérieur!

Aug 2, 2024
on Google