Sora 45 offers breathtaking views of Montreal from the top floor, often described as the highlight, especially at sunset, with a chic, relaxed vibe and a menu that shifts from coffee and pastries by day to inventive cocktails and small plates by night. Reviewers consistently praise the cocktails for their craft and originality, the atmosphere for being inviting and lively, and the staff for friendliness and attentiveness, though a few note occasional service hiccups and pricing that makes the food portions seem small for the cost. The location can be a bit tricky to find and access involves elevators and clear signage, but once inside the panorama and the varied seating areas make it easy to linger or study, while crowds can mean long waits and audible buzz during peak times. Coffee gets mixed marks, with standout mocha and cafe vibes in some reports, but occasional cold drinks and daytime cafe experiences that miss the mark in others. Overall, Sora 45 is often described as a must visit for the view and cocktails, a place to enjoy a date or after work drinks, with the sunset experience repeatedly singled out as unforgettable, and the drinks and ambience frequently highlighted as the main draws even when the food is secondary.
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.
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!
Aug 20, 2025
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Only tried their espresso, so can't say much about their food. However the breath-taking view & the vibe make the place a must if you come to visit Montreal or if you're just looking for a chill spot to study/work.
Yes it has a nice view but it's too high brow for me. Everyone there looks like they have rich parents, & all the good seats were taken by instababes alternating between looking at their phone & their laptop.
Did they know I'm an impostor? My H&M sweater probably gave it away.
Even the baristas look like they make 100k a year just with their tips.
While I was waiting in line, the guy in front of me was telling his friend how he's now 200k in debt, yet he still tipped 20% at the counter!!! How do you do that??
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.
Very strange experience. The place feels luxurious while also relaxed at the same time, with beautiful views & chill music. The cocktails are intricate & delicious, with well balanced flavours. The service was, unfortunately, a let down. Nonchalant, throwing the drink coasters a meter across the table & loudly talking at each other, almost screaming, across the place. When we asked for the bill, we were made to wait some good time for no apparent reason.
I believe this can be a 10/10 place, but our experience was just not.
The absolute best spot for a drink, a bite & fabulous service! The view is the most beautiful way to appreciate Montreal, especially at sunset! Will go back again & again. A shout out to the manager & bar chef Carl, the best in the biz!
Jun 29, 2025
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Overall nice experience, sashimi bowl & special maki sushi, very presentable & decent flavour. cocktail was so so. Service was pretty good. The restaurant is on top floor & supposed to have stunning view in the evening, but not when it's too dark & if you sit at the table facing the rooftop, not much to see.
May 3, 2025
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Well the food is expensive but pretty good. As expected the portions were small but the view was great. I guess if you come here it's more the experience than the food unless you want to spend over 100$ per person.
A very chill place with an amazing view. With a surprise menu & cocktails that change often. Ask the barman for any information for drinks or what they could make for you.
