Overall, reviews portray Pigeon Café & Bar as a stylish, cozy spot with a bright vibe and a strong brunch and coffee focus, offering Mediterranean inspired dishes like shakshuka, avocado toast and falafel, along with tasty pastries. The atmosphere and decor are frequently praised, though it can be loud and crowded at peak times. Food is generally well received when prepared well, but service is noted as inconsistent and at times slow or understaffed, with some orders arriving late or meals not matching expectations for the price. Prices are often described as high or overpriced for the value, yet many guests still enjoy the experience for casual meals, brunch, or social gatherings. The venue is described as suitable for events, with reviews highlighting friendly staff and good presentation, while others warn that service quality can vary across visits and locations.
Very cute café, but every visit is a hit or miss. I've been here many times & will continue to come, however, the service & food are very inconsistent. Last time I came for lunch the service was incredibly slow, which generally is not the case if it is not busy. The food here is generally good, however, during my last visit, we got a salmon avocado toast & as you can see on the pictures it was just sad. Absolutely not worth 21$+tax. The 17$ bagel lox was cheaper, bigger & tastier. My coffee also arrived cold. This is not the first average experience I had here. I wish there was more positive visits, but so far, it's a 50/50.
Quaint Cafe. Feels like you could be in Europe on a patio, but you are inside. Specializes in breakfast & brunch items, portion sizes are large & prices fair. A different experience compared to a standard coffee shop
Feb 16, 2026
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It's a cute café but incredibly disappointing. Previous visit had better food. This time, potatoes, eggs & avocado are bland. No salt available, must request it. By the time it arrived, food is cold. Toast was served dry, no butter. This must also be requested. After having paid, we were finishing up our coffee. A waitress (not the one who served our meal) came to the table, removed the cream & sugar & said'We beed the table. We have a reservation & they are already here'. I asked if she was asking us to leave & she simply said'yeah or maybe I can move you to another table'. She seemed to think that her request was completely reasonable. There were lots of empty tables. Why take ours ?
The food, service & attitude is not worth the price. It was my second visit but it will be the last. The client isn't valued in this establishment. High prices & high table turnover. What counts here is the businesses bottom line.
Samedi matin, 9h30, sortie du gym : le moment sacré du brunch. On s'attend à des patates tristes comme dans 95 % des restos, mais non - le PIGEON Café m'a pris par surprise. Des patates croustillantes, dorées, dignes d'un rêve post-entraînement. Les ustensiles brillaient comme si le staff faisait des compés de polissage entre deux commandes.
Si t'aimes pas leurs patates, c'est pas eux le problème, c'est toi. 🥔🔥
Pigeons Café in Montreal is an absolute gem. The food is outstanding - fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. You can taste the quality in every bite, & the menu has a unique charm that sets it apart from other cafés in the city.
Aug 10, 2025
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Pigeon Cafe hosted our wedding ceremony & reception in June. The restaurant's decor made it a magical night, & there was a wonderful atmosphere throughout the whole event. The food was delicious & the drinks were amazing. The staff was very friendly the whole night & provided the best service possible to all our guests. There was nothing more we could have asked for. Thank you Pigeon Cafe!
Excellent Cafe. The drinks were delicious & stout. Servers were very friendly & helpful. Very knowledgeable on the menu. Menu has a large variety of drinks & food. Definitely enjoyed this location very much.
Nous sommes venus au Pigeon Café pour un brunch & avons été très satisfaits. Nous avons pris la tour de saumon fumé, joliment présentée & délicieuse, ainsi qu'un bol de poulet méditerranéen bien assaisonné & plein de saveurs. L'endroit est agréable, lumineux & le service était sympa. Une belle adresse à découvrir à Saint-Laurent.
Pigeon Café is a cozy & stylish spot perfect for brunch or coffee breaks. The interior mixes exposed brick with modern touches, & there's also a nice outdoor patio for warm days.
The coffee is excellent, & the brunch menu offers Mediterranean-inspired dishes like shakshuka & hearty bowls. Their cocktails & drink options also make it a good pick for late afternoons.
Staff are warm & attentive, & service is quick. Prices are reasonable for the location, & the overall vibe is welcoming-great for solo visits or casual meetups.
Highly recommended if you're looking for a relaxing café experience!
Jun 27, 2025
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Première fois que je vais au café Pigeon. Le concept est intéressant, c'est une place correcte pour un dîner rapide & sans prétention. Le menu est simple & classique avec option végétarienne si besoin. Le service est efficace quand on compare au nombre de convives. C'est une place où aller de temps à autre.
just want to share our wonderful experience @ pigeon cafe! Brielle & Olivia are absolutely spectacular, they make us feel at home & the food is incredible. We go 1-2 X a week & love it!
Mar 12, 2025
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Ce fut un brunch entre amies des plus formidables: décor original & recherché, ambiance sonore agréable (on s'entend discuter), espacement entre les tables adequat & salle de bain propre.
La cuisine m'a ravie. J'ai choisi un toast méditerranéen avec hummus, pois chiches, Grenade, fêta, pousses vertes & j'ai fait ajouter l'oeuf…. Quel délice!!! La présentation était vraiment jolie, les saveurs rares & la recherche de textures évidentes! J'ai même dit à notre serveur Francis que c'était l'un des 3 meilleurs déjeuners que j'avais pris de mon existence. Par ailleurs, le travail de ce serveur m'est apparu efficace; sa bonne humeur était évidente.
J'y retournerai, c'est assuré. Je recommande l'endroit!
(3 bémols:
-il a fallu un peu trop de temps avant que nous recevions nos cafés; c'est à dire, un peu après nos plats;
-la portion de ce toast était petite;
&
-la porte de la salle de bain n'a pas d'ouvre-porte mains libres).
Went to Pigeon Cafe for the first time & I was blown away by the food, especially the avocado toast. Brielle our waitress was great & provided exceptional service.
Pretty good place for coffee & smoothies. I have not tried their food yet but overall it's a nice cafe & they have nice terrace in summer. I would recommend this place
