Overall, reviews depict Pigeon Café & Bar as a warm plant filled spot that works for coffee breaks, casual brunch, and events, with a vibe built on chic decor greenery and a welcoming atmosphere. The menu earns praise for quality and variety, from well brewed coffee and pastries to shakshouka, hummus and pita, challah sandwiches, and Mediterranean bowls, with several dishes noted as particularly tasty though a few comments mention saltiness freshness or portion size. Service is repeatedly described as friendly attentive and efficient, though some visits report slower pacing, occasional mixups, or language gaps at certain locations. The ambience and seating are frequently cited as strengths, along with the ability to accommodate groups and meetings, while price and occasional noise or ventilation concerns come up in a minority of reviews. Overall this location remains a popular reliable choice with strong energy and memorable hospitality.
Yesterday, we went to your cafe to have our breakfast (around 12:00pm). We didn't have a reservation. We were asked to wait for about 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, the server told us that there was no table available for 3 people & that they wouldn't be able to seat us. Also, about half of the tables were empty. However, we didn't have a reservation. If you only accept customers who have reservations (if this is your procedure & we were not seated due to that policy), then I have nothing to say. But, if the reason is something else, I believe we were treated disrespectfully.
Feb 18, 2026
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First time going & i went for breakfast. I ordered the salmon&avo toast: expect it to be bigger but it was very tasty. Tuna melt was very good too! Iced vanilla latte was yummy too
It was quite early so it was pretty quiet (10 am) & calm atmosphere. Not sure how loud it usually gets
I'm revising this initially great review, because I just had some of that'cucumber salad' that shows up a lot on the menu. What I was served was essentially a raw onion salad. I can't believe their recipe would call for anything close to that. Also, one single toast with breakfast, really? There are lot of good things about this place but these those two things alone offset them unfortunately.
EDIT: & no way to put 15% tip (only 18% & up…). We need to do the actual math, lol. So yeah, that's another star.
Quite overpriced when compared to quality.'Cafe' is misleading in their name. It's more of a breakfast & lunch restaurant.
We went for an Omelette (Tomato, Onion, Feta) & a Pigeon Salad with Falafel. Omelette was good but Feta wasn't evenly distributed. Salad accompanying the omelette was good. Pigeon salad was good but falafel was a huge let down. A bit hard & didn't taste fresh. For $6 that they charge for falafel alone, I would expect much much better.
Staff was nice but the service was way too slow. It's in downtown, so parking can always be a challenge.
Not trying it again.
Nov 17, 2025
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It was a very beautiful day outdoors in Montreal, Canada, especially my little son sharing the place with me. The coffee was good & the breakfast was good. The shakshouka was not as we like it. The eggs were small with the amount of tomatoes served, but overall it was good.
Though the service is friendly, it's also rather forgetful or inattentive…
Our breakfast food was small in portion & quite forgettable for $16 per. The toast was barely toasted, medium poached eggs weren't delivered (one overcooked the other very runny) & there is no bacon on the breakfast menu I guess bc the owners don't eat pork(?) & so guests don't either(?). Coffee was weak too, unfortunately.
I'd been here before a few years ago & it was better. Not sure what's happened since…
Great Mediterranean breakfast. We had the Shakshuka & the Sabich. The Humus was great & the juice are freshly squeezed. there is an indoor & outdoor space & it's great for sunny days
We had breakfast at Pigeon Café & really enjoyed the experience overall. The only downside was the bagels; they weren't fresh, which was a bit disappointing. Still, a lovely spot with quality ingredients & great potential!
May 25, 2025
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Had a delicious brunch at Pigeon cafe!! We got the smoked salmon tower for 2 & the shoey's breakfast bagel, all very delicious & filling. It's not the cheapest but I do think it was worth the quality of the food.
The atmosphere of this cafe was also wonderful, especially on a cold day it was nice to be surrounded by plants & the beautiful decor.
There was a delay in the kitchen today so we had to wait 20-30 minutes after ordering (i didn't mind), the server was nice & efficient when we had to order, what i did notice was that the food was not hot, it was almost a bit cold. my friends ordered the chicken sandwich & the chicken was kinda cold sadly. i ordered breakfast sandwich & it was mostly just avocado & spicy mayo, almost no egg so i wished they would've put more eggs. Coffee was ok. best part of the restaurant is the decoration.
Sep 22, 2024
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I really LOVE the coffee here. The caramel latte is outstanding! & this place is also offering pretty nice breakfast options I have never had something bad here. The ambience here has something relaxing, nothing feels hectic, yet the service is quick & very good They have perfect coffee, perfect food & perfect service. If you are passing by, you should have at least a coffee here!
The place was nice. I liked the service & the atmosphere, but the breakfast...was less than satisfactory. I mean, the coffee was pretty decent, but the sausage that they had given me was dry & unsightly.
Beautiful space, amazing breakfast, best cappuccino I've ever had. The blueberry pancakes were fantastic. Just delicious & beautiful all at the same time.
This place is great for breakfast/brunch or an afternoon cocktail. The atmosphere is soo cute & bright. The food is delicious & the drinks feel very fancy. I had a great meal here
