Sora 45 offers a memorable experience with a breathtaking panoramic view of Montreal from the top floor, especially at sunset, paired with a chic ambiance and attentive service. The cocktail program earns high marks for creativity and quality, while the food is tasty but portions can be small and prices can feel a bit steep. The atmosphere ranges from cozy and refined to lively, and seating can be limited or crowded, with some noise that can make work or conversations challenging. Overall, the venue is highlighted as a must see for the view and for drinks, with a welcoming staff and an ambiance that works for dates as well as casual outings.
A star for the view & a star for the staff. But that's it.
If you want to feel you're walking into a crammed stuffy library this is the place. Place Ville Marie is a hub for business but for some reason it became a hub for 18-22 year olds in oversized clothing, laptops, books, & mostly no manners.
Wondering how profitable it is for coffee shops with these students literally « camping there for hours ». They are all on their screens, they are not enjoying the view.
I used to love this place, i hope they do something about laptops or maybe open a section for business only or « adults section » - Strictly conversation & no screens.
This is such a cool cafe, I came here with a friend & the atmosphere is just unmatched. Super nice for a view over all of Montreal. I just wish they had more seating. The coffee was good. I can't wait to come back after 5 & try the bar.
Mar 7, 2026
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Great place to see the town. Not the best coffee & service. Probably due to under staff. They looks tired & no smile on face. House was almost full. Coffee was cold.
But everything forgotten after seeing the view. Not a good place to work with your devices due to disturbing noises & music. (Fast wifi.) But for visit short time highly recommend to see the city. Make sure to find right way to lifts. 2 lifts need to take. Perfectly lead by signs.
Had such an amazing experience at Sora 45! The staff was so friendly & accommodating. I went in for a coffee with my mom while we were visiting downtown. The server, Allie, was especially kind & helped us with the lift to get my mom up - she made it so simple for us. We will definitely be coming back next time we're in Montréal!
A little confusing to find when you're at the bottom of the building. Thankfully the people who regularly go to that building directed us. You have to take 2 elevators.
Although I went for the view, this place, it's very inviting to stay & enjoy your coffee.. the place is not too loud, you get mesmerized by the view 360 view. A lot of people that were there tend to have laptops to work on other things. There were other like me there for photo opportunities. I kindly took pictures of a few people there, but i didn't mind. We when there early afternoon & there was barely people there. We stay a few hours, & when we leave it was starting to fill up.
The staff was very friendly & helpful, as the guided us through their menu. There menunis not complicated, I just wasn't sure id they made what I wanted, which was a cold moka, because it was hot outside.
The place was kept especially clean, granted we when as the beginning, during their lower clientele hours.
I would definitely go again if I found myself in that area.
Aug 25, 2025
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We went for the morning coffee. There is not much choices on their pastries. But the service & overall vibe is amazing. Of course nothing beats the unobstructed view of the city!
Sora45 cafe is a cozy modern cafe on the 45th floor of place ville marie which converts into a bar in the evenings! Delicious coffee, chai lattes, matchas, & london fogs from Monday-Saturday from 9-4pm. The staff is friendly & the views are so good! Seating can be hard to find on Saturdays so you have better luck during the week. It's also a great place for a study session!
Access via floor PH2 in tower 1 (PVM), then head through glass doors to a second set of elevators to the 45th floor.
Exquisite life can also be cost-effective.
The highest coffee shop in Montreal is located on the 45th floor of Place Ville-Marie. Monday to Saturday 9am-4pm.
This coffee shop is more suitable for a person to be in a daze quietly. The environment is quiet & the coffee aroma is overflowing. Order a cup of coffees & watch the clouds roll by outside the window. Here, time seems to slow down, making people forget the troubles of the world & just enjoy the tranquility of the moment. Don't think about bringing a computer here to work all day, because only coffee, tea & simple bread are provided here, no food is provided.
The attitude of the waiters in this restaurant seems to be unfriendly, as if they treat guests as debtors, which is very'cold'.
