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.
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.
Aug 3, 2025
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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!
The occasion was a reunion of colleagues for Sunday brunch. I am a vegan & was pleased that an oat milk latté was suggested for me to drink. I ordered an avocado toast with a substitution of hummus instead of feta cheese. I was a little disappointed when a slice of toast arrived, topped with the avocado, a spring mix of greens, & a drizzle of vinagrette, on a bare white plate. Not even a few slices of tomato to give the plate some color. Thank goodness my friends had fries with their orders (which they were not allowed to eat), so I was able to reap the benefits. I was just a little underwhelmed.
Feb 22, 2024
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I ordered takeout on a random weekday morning before 9. Hardly any customers in the store. The place is such a vibe. The meal although expensive, was so worth it. The iced drink was perfect. The egg sandwich was made on a delicious brioche bun. Would definitely recommend if you wanna treat yourself!
This place was such a vibe! Very beautiful inside & out. We tried the breakfast/lunch menu. It was a bit smaller than expected. Prices were a bit more higher than expected. They had a great selection in bar drinks & hot beverages. I ordered the basic salmon avo toast, & my friend for the shakshua which was very delicious to add a gingerbread latte & to end with key lime pie dessert. The service was great, I definitely would come back to try their dinner menu!
The word here is atmosphere, atmosphere, atmosphere. Compared to all the usual suburb concrete boxes, stepping into this place was a breath of fresh air. The food was varied & interesting, an eclectic blend of American brunch, middle eastern flavors & Israeli twists. They also offered a great variety of drinks & the service was on point. Don't skip on this place whether for a family brunch or a day date - unless you're looking for actual pigeons...in which case there are none.
Oct 8, 2023
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I went there a few days ago by myself. I had the pigeon salad & a caramel latte. I found the place beautifully decorated & well-thought visually. Service was also very good & timely I really enjoyed my food & drink.
Personally, I would think the place would benefit from a change of music. Hits song were playing while I was there & I find it doesn't fit the place at all. I mean there were even delicate flowers placed in water vases. I suggest you make a switch to jazz or soft instrumental music. It would really fit with the decor.
