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Pastel Rita

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$ & $$
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Pastel Rita Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
CaféDesserts & SweetsSandwichesBoutique-Counter
Café 3e vague. Come chill-out and/or change the world. Creative shared space with @bouquetmtl situated in the heart of Montreal's Mile-End. A local designer headquarters.

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Reviews for Pastel Rita

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on Google4.6 (500+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Pastel Rita is described as a bright, welcoming cafe with a spacious, colorful interior and a lively vibe that makes it a popular neighborhood spot. The food features a highly praised grilled cheese or croque monsieur with rich béchamel and quality fillings, and breakfast options that help start the day on a satisfying note, while beverages like matcha lattes and refreshing limonades are also frequently liked, though there are occasional disappointments such as a chai latte without tea or a drink missing vanilla syrup. Service is often noted as friendly and fast, but some reviews mention slower takeout, busy crowds, or loud music that can detract from the experience. Ambiance and decor are generally praised, with comments on a cute, sunny, and colorful space, though a few notes point to maintenance issues like a lack of shades and a strong odor in one bathroom. Overall, Pastel Rita comes across as a popular, comfortable cafe with tasty options and a welcoming staff, where most guests say they would return.
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Great third wave coffee, friendly staff & beautiful atmosphere. I hope I get to visit again when I'm back in montreal!

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

Great experience! Coffee was delicious & the service was friendly & fast. I'll definitely be back.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google

One of my go to cafes! Friendly service & great tasting coffee & food !

Apr 2, 2025
on Google

Okay just mostly coming on here to warn my fellow non-coffee drinkers that they have a terrible chai latte. Looks super cute, but there was no actual tea in it. It was just steamed milk.

Mar 26, 2025
on Google

Exceptional quaint coffee shop! I liked how helpful both the writer & the chef were! I have gluten intolerance & they went beyond the usual recipe to accommodate as well proposing alternatives! Also, coffee is so delicious & their Matcha i warmed my heart of a cold day!

Feb 3, 2025
on Google

Inspiring design, cozy atmosphere & really good coffee.

Jan 9, 2025
on Google

Excellent coffee & very nice Barista

Oct 15, 2024
on Google

Cute coffee place with a friendly chatty atmosphere.

Oct 13, 2024
on Google

Very cute coffee shop with a good menu of drinks, food & treats. The service was fast & very friendly. They had a seasonal rhubarb lemonade that was very good!

Sep 8, 2024
on Google

Friendly, quick service, & very accommodating. Tasty coffee & sandwich. This is a nice place to sit alone or with a group.

Aug 17, 2024
on Google

Loved it! Great coffee & delicious breakfast sandwich. Staff was delightful & welcoming.

Jul 5, 2024
on Google

Great coffee shop for catching up with friends & the occasional work sesh. Music is a bit loud for taking online meetings but def a nice atmosphere to just get work done.

May 12, 2024
on Google
5.0

Fabulous iconic gorgeous perfect! Love this place. Great coffee & wonderful decor.

Apr 25, 2024
on Google

We went with our dog & it was nice that they had benches out front to sit. We got a great coffee & a slice of banana bread.

Mar 18, 2024
on Google

Great coffee

Nov 3, 2023
on Google

The decor is really cute. I liked the coffee ☕ & the stuff is wonderful 😊

Sep 14, 2023
on Google