Shaughnessy Café Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	8 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday	8 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday	8 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday	8 am - 5:30 pm
Friday	8 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday	9 am - 5 pm
Sunday	9 am - 5 pm

Monday

8 am - 5:30 pm

Tuesday

8 am - 5:30 pm

Wednesday

8 am - 5:30 pm

Thursday

8 am - 5:30 pm

Friday

8 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday

9 am - 5 pm

Sunday

9 am - 5 pm

Shaughnessy Café is repeatedly described as a cozy, trendy spot with a warm, friendly staff and a welcoming vibe that makes it feel like a neighborhood favorite. The coffee program receives high praise for strong, aromatic brews, excellent lattes including oat milk options, and a large variety of beans, with some noting the cappuccino and chai lattes as standout. Pastries and light bites are frequently highlighted as fresh and delicious, while sandwiches and breakfast items are tasty, though a few reviews mention a croissant that fell short and occasional wait times or limited seating due to the small space. The ambiance is often called artsy and comfortable, with music, good lighting, and a productive or relaxed atmosphere, making it a popular spot for work, study, or casual visits. Wine nights and a diverse beverage selection beyond coffee add to the appeal, while the overall sentiment remains highly positive and people look forward to returning, citing consistent service, a charming neighborhood vibe, and the feeling of being well taken care of.

Reviews for Shaughnessy Café

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4.7 202 ratings

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Eva

4.0

A cute little spot, coffee was good & staff were friendly. I would go back often if it was around my neighborhood.

Jan 19, 2026

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Anja-Sara

5.0

This is my go-to cafe in my neighborhood & I always appreciate the top notch service from the barristas. It really makes all the difference, so much so that even if I have a coffee machine at home, I still love to make an excuse to go there. They put so much care into the sandwich & food preparation as well. Always looking forward to my next visit!

Nov 14, 2025

Pablo

My go to place in my neighborhood to get coffee , the best & most diverse coffee beans selection, great & delicious pastries & food , & he coffee taste delicious every single time ! The vibe is super chill , great tunes & the staff is extremely friendly & always with a smile :) thank you guys !!!

Oct 28, 2025

Jules

Lovely artsy café in a beautiful vibrant neighborhood. Great coffee (espresso) with Canelé & they also serve vermut & wine testing. Felt almost like in Barcelona vibe.
True vibe!!! Only con is that I'm leaving & won't be able to enjoy it. Hasta pronto! 🥂

Jul 4, 2025

Dennis

Okay you're in downtown Montreal so it's hipster-ville, but then that's coffee culture for you. You know that going in…

But the staff rock - girl with the heron tattoo, I'm in love 😇 I'll be looking for the artist!

The London Fog was spot-on, the BEC muffin was perfect, a smooth start to a busy Saturday morning… & a great welcome to the neighborhood. It reminded me of the long-defunct Jean-Pierre's bakery in the River Oaks neighborhood of Houston, TX…

I'll be back soon & hope to make a wine evening… 👍👍👍

May 3, 2025

Maya

BEST coffeeshop in the neighborhood, the baristas are always so lovely & kind, great coffee & their pain au chocolat is divine

Oct 10, 2023

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