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Pigeon Espresso Bar

Downtown
4.0$
OPEN8 am - 9 pm
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Pigeon Espresso Bar Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Pigeon Espresso Bar

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on Google4.2 (500+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Pigeon Espresso Bar is described as a place with excellent coffee and an artistic or cozy vibe, with some reviews praising fast, attentive service and others noting unfriendly or average service. The cafe is linked to a nearby pizza place, and the two atmospheres do not always blend, which can leave diners with mixed impressions. Board games, retro decor, and a welcoming neighborhood feel come up frequently, making it a spot many want to return to, even if space can feel cramped at times. Coffee quality is praised across several entries, including strong lattes, good matcha, and flavorful drinks, while a few reports mention a cappuccino with almost no foam or a dessert not being fresh. The location is noted as central in downtown Montreal near the library, with some appreciating the casual vibe for a bagel or scone, though prices are sometimes described as not being the cheapest. Overall, reviews present Pigeon Espresso Bar as a popular hub for coffee and casual hangouts with a mix of highs and some drawbacks.
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This is my favourite Pigeon by FAR & I've been to 3 locations (are there more??)! The dual business with Hang Time Pizza is great. It's everything a student can ask for. Me & my friend came here, she got pizza & ice tea & i got a caramel macchiato with grilled cheese & tomato soup. We played guess who. (There are board games on the Hang Time side) Also it's right next to Webster library. Highly recommend. (Pro tip: bring your own spoon or ask for a real one for the soup, it's delicious but the wooden spoons are flat 😂)

Apr 8, 2025
on Google

Today I enjoyed my tea & smoothie here while reading a book. However, I found layout of the café a bit inconvenient. The narrow corridor made it difficult for people to see the menu while waiting in line to order their drinks. Place divided in two different sections, one selling pizza & the other coffee & pastries. Only two small tables for two close to the windows, & I was fortunate to secure one. Despite this, the café offered some board games, which added to the overall ambiance. It seemed like a popular spot for people to gather, enjoy pizza or coffee, & engage in games. However, the combination of pizza, coffee, & board games felt a bit mismatched to me.

Feb 10, 2024
on Google