Savsav déploie une esthétique industrielle saisissante définie par de hauts plafonds et une abondance de lumière naturelle qui baigne l'espace. Cet environnement aéré sert de cadre à une sélection axée sur un café de qualité et des matchas spécialisés aux couleurs vives. Des propositions alimentaires créatives complètent l'offre, apportant des notes savoureuses et fraîches en accord avec les boissons. Le design conserve un aspect brut, utilisant des matériaux comme la brique et le métal pour nourrir une ambiance dynamique. Une musique rythmée résonne souvent dans la salle, créant une présence sonore marquée à travers tout le volume. Le plan d'étage polyvalent permet à l'endroit d'accueillir des rassemblements privés ou des célébrations particulières. Chaque coin de la pièce préserve une identité visuelle audacieuse qui distingue ce lieu des établissements plus conventionnels.
Savsav est largement reconnu comme un joyau caché unique à Montréal, apprécié pour son esthétique industrielle, ses hauts plafonds et sa lumière naturelle abondante qui créent une atmosphère idéale pour travailler, socialiser ou organiser des événements privés. De nombreux clients louent la qualité de leurs boissons signatures, en particulier le matcha à la fraise servi dans de généreuses carafes, ainsi qu'une variété de plats de brunch populaires. Bien que l'endroit soit souvent décrit comme une destination élégante et dynamique, les expériences concernant le service et le niveau sonore peuvent être inconstantes. Les visiteurs remarquent souvent que l'entrée est difficile à trouver en raison d'un manque de signalisation extérieure, et certains rapportent des avis partagés sur l'amabilité du personnel et le confort de l'aménagement des sièges. Malgré des frustrations occasionnelles liées à l'affluence ou à la qualité variable du service, beaucoup considèrent l'établissement comme un lieu remarquable pour son ambiance, ses options de menu créatives et son caractère distinct.
Cool concept & layout, I love seeing the hood busy & filled w people, however I think it's a shame that some of the employees (male baristas) carry with them such condescending attitude. Not a single hello or a smile in what its supposed to be a « people person » job, but rather a very dry service where it feels like you're bothering them, even when you're a regular. This alone makes the place a definite miss, no matter how good the coffee it is. Definitely so many more nice & friendlier options around St Henri!
Savsav in Montreal was one of the most frustrating coffee shop experiences I've had in a long time. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt unwelcoming, & the service only got worse from there. The staff came across as rude, dismissive, & completely uninterested in being helpful. Instead of making customers feel comfortable, they acted like basic questions or requests were somehow an inconvenience.
What stood out most was how unaccommodating they were. I got the impression that they had no interest in listening, helping, or even trying to understand what I was asking for. A decent café experience is not just about coffee, it is also about basic courtesy & professionalism, & Savsav failed badly on both. It felt like any attempt at communication was met with attitude rather than patience.
The whole experience left a really bad impression. There is a huge difference between a place being busy & a place simply not caring about customers, & this felt like the latter. I do not expect perfection, but I do expect basic respect, & that was completely missing here. With so many better coffee shops in Montreal that actually know how to treat people properly, I honestly cannot see any reason to come back.
Save yourself the aggravation & spend your money somewhere that actually deserves it. This city has dozens of coffee shops that know how to treat people properly. Savsav isn't one of them, & based on my experience, I cannot imagine any scenario in which I would ever return. Life is too short, & Montreal's café scene is too good, to waste time on a place like this.
The one star was for the size of the coffee :)
Tried the strawberry matcha & it was actually really nice
They seem to have changed the layout - although the additional couchs are cute, their positionning are all wrong. Just looking around made me feel nauseous. I get wanting MORE people IN the café, but the vibes arent the same. The previous layout was much better. It made the space breathe more & for me, I don't feel as relaxed visiting - because the music is also obnoxiously too loud.
Positive notes
The employees are always sweet.
The service is relatively fast Coffee is nice & the matcha was good ( 2nd time experience for match & sav sav's is good )
Probably gonna consider only grabbing to go from now on
Great vibes. Great music/beats. Great food. Great coffee. Easy to get a table at 12 on a Tuesday. Comfy seating. Great for working if that's your style. Unique plates & drinks.
I've been before & have had their specialty coffees or a classic latte & have never been disappointed, but I went today & tried the hojicha hot chocolate & was super disappointed. It's tasted like a water-y milky, nothing. A slight hojicha taste but otherwise a disappointment for the price, $10 including tip.
Savsav is a hidden gem, IYKYK In my opinion one of the most beautiful coffee shops in Montréal. Such a cool vibe, very welcoming & good service. The food is delicious & their special drinks are tasty. Good spot for brunch or to work/study. Very bright with a lot of natural light. Un incontournable dans Saint-Henri!
