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.
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
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They don't make them like this anymore. Quick, nice & very good job of a great espresso. They girl who makes the espressos is great & the small is just big enough to have one of the best coffees in the city. Drawback is that everything else feels a bit too expensive.
Wanted to find a coffee shop to work at & chose Pigeon Espresso bar because of the good reviews. It definitely has amazing coffee & snacks & has ample seating room for you to sit & work. The staff was very accommodating & nice as I was there for about 3 hours. I ordered the confetti cookie, mocha & flat white which were all solid items. Keep in mind that working there is a little hard if you're going to be on calls as the music is pretty easy to hear.
Amazing maple latte! The best latte we had in Montreal.
Espresso was good too but I would have preferred it on a regular small cup. But the maple latte was simply fantastic.
Interesting brand too…
