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SPANEL CRÊPES ET GOURMETS

CRÊPES & GOURMETS
Griffintown
4.7$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 8 am
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Easter: hours might differ
CrêpesCaféBreakfastGluten-free OptionsBrunch

About us

Yann Bris, owner and chef, originally from Brittany in France, more precisely from the city of Paimpol, a small fishing port in the Cotes d'Armor, settled in Quebec in 2005. After earning his degree in hotel and restaurant management, he worked for the Accor Group as director of hotel-restaurant in the southwest of France, a bastion of French gastronomy. He opened his first crêperie in Fort Lauderdale, on the coast of Florida, in the United States.

This success and some leisure travel to the beautiful city of Montreal, prompted him to return and try the Quebec experience. He opened a decoration boutique in downtown Montreal, on Amherst Street, which he calls Karactère with a "K". Despite the success of this enterprise, he misses restauration. He decides to close the shop and starts a project that is closer to his love of gastronomy by opening a crêperie in the now trendy district known as Griffintown.

He sets his sights on a former hairdressing studio that he completely transforms to create Spanel, the Breton word for "spatula" Spatula for turning pancakes. Spanel's philosophy is based on a cuisine made exclusively with fresh, quality products. Thanks to the proximity of the Atwater Market, Yann can fulfill his wish to serve his customers crepes and gourmet dishes. Spanel is also committed to offering its customers a warm and friendly atmosphere.

The choice of a shady terrace, surrounded by trees and equipped with heaters, allows them to make the most of outdoor dining, from the first days of summer until the arrival of winter. The chef hopes you'll enjoy discovering Spanel and come back often to spend pleasant moments.

Our Specialties

Our homemade crêpes & Breakfast.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 50 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

More details

Bus 36 will drop you off a few steps from the door! We are near the Atwater Market. We also have a loyalty card.
Semi-private room of 25 seats.
30 seats.
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79%
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on Google4.6 (1500+)
*as of 2026-04-05
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Review Summary

Reviewers describe SPANEL CREPES ET GOURMETS as a warm, welcoming, family-run spot with attentive service and a cozy, homey vibe. The menu offers a diverse range of buckwheat crepes, savory and sweet, with many vegetarian and gluten-free options and generous portions. Guests praise the high quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and comforting flavors that suit brunch, lunch, or a casual coffee break. The setting features a charming interior and a back garden patio that adds to the relaxed atmosphere. The staff are friendly, patient with non-French speakers, and accommodating of allergies or special requests, making guests feel welcome. Prices are fair and the experience is consistently delicious, inviting visitors to return to try more crepes such as the Verdun and Atwater varieties. This spot stands out for tasty crepes, warm hospitality, and a neighborhood-friendly feel.
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A very nice brunch place on Notre Dame street! We all had buckwheat crepes & it was so delicious & filling! We started with cappuccino & orange juice & then I had the smoked salmon Atwater buckwheat crepe while others had ham Quartier Latin crepes & everything was so delicious ! Very good service & the perfect place to bring family & friends :) Would love to try sweet crepes next time! UPDATE: Went for brunch & as always great food & fantastic service at this awesome 11/10 brunch venue 🎉🎉 MORE UPDATES: Went for a late brunch & had coffee, hot chocolate , Parisienne, & Atwater crepes & as always fantastic food with fantastic service & fantastic music playing in the background 🥰🥰

Mar 3, 2026
on Google

This little place is a jewel..I felt like i was in home when I was small is France. The food is giving heaven & comfort. Tye best caramel coffee & Buckwheat crepes. This will become my favorite place forever lol 🥰

Dec 4, 2025
on Google

The buckwheat crepes are so good, & the service is very attentive! The only thing I'd suggest is changing the menu paper - it's a bit hard to read.

Oct 31, 2025
on Google

Delicious buckwheat crepes, satisfying portions with a large selection at great prices. Our server was wonderfully attentive. If you're around, don't hesitate to go in- we came in on a hot day, & the back terrace was wonderful.

Aug 8, 2025
on Google
5.0

Light, well-made, French style, crepes. This family owned restaurant serves the best buckwheat crepes in Montreal, in my humble opinion. Sorry but 1 picture only, as I was too hungry lol. Strongly suggest you make a reservation, especially on weekends, & pay for street parking.

May 19, 2025
on Google

Had a great breakfast, I mean outstanding, the buckwheat crepes were perfect, sweet & salty, edges were crispy, I mean delicious, I hear, it's good on Saturdays, good vibes...

Apr 27, 2025
on Google

Spanel did not disappoint!

The ambience was lovely, & the staff were both attentive & knowledgeable. I had the special crepe of the day, which came with a mimosa & a delicious soup-such a great combo.

The crepe itself was next-level: Serrano hamon, roasted cherry tomatoes, spinach, arugula, goat cheese, all wrapped in a buckwheat crepe with a perfectly fried egg on top. The staff recommended adding maple syrup-& wow, that took it over the top!

I'm definitely going back to try more from the menu. Highly recommend!

Apr 21, 2025
on Google

Spanel Crêpes & Gourmets - un brunch réconfortant à souhait 🌿

J'ai choisi la crêpe bretonne Outremont (champignons, asperges, béchamel, emmental), accompagnée d'un bol de patates assaisonnées.

🌾 La crêpe était parfaitement cuite - fine, savoureuse, & surtout pas pâteuse, ce qui est souvent un risque avec le sarrasin.

💛 La béchamel était une belle surprise : douce, bien équilibrée, pas trop lourde. Pour moi, c'est souvent quitte ou double… & celle-ci, c'est un oui!

🥔 Les patates en cubes? Un vrai délice. Bien assaisonnées, crousti-fondantes à souhait.

✨ Ambiance chaleureuse, décor rustique, service attentionné - j'ai passé un très bon moment.

Je reviendrai, c'est certain. 🤭

Spanel Crêpes & Gourmets - a cozy & comforting brunch spot 🌿
I went for the Outremont buckwheat crêpe (mushrooms, asparagus, béchamel, emmental), with a side of seasoned potatoes.

🌾 The crêpe was perfectly cooked - thin, tasty, & not doughy at all, which can be tricky with buckwheat.

💛 The béchamel was a lovely surprise: smooth, well-balanced, not too heavy. It's a hit-or-miss thing for me… but this one was definitely a hit!

🥔 The cubed potatoes? Absolutely delicious. Well-seasoned with that perfect crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside texture.

✨ Warm atmosphere, rustic decor, thoughtful service - I had a lovely time.

I'll definitely be coming back. 🤭

Mar 24, 2025
on Google

The crepes are tasty & they have a good variety of choices. The dessert ones are reasonably priced, & I really like how the savory crepes are made with buckwheat. The coffee is good too, although apparently on weekdays they don't serve filter coffee in the evening. The place is smaller but cozy. The only thing is there was a strange odor coming from maybe the basement? Everytime the door opened it seemed stronger. Perhaps there's something with the pipes or plumbing.. but overall I enjoyed it

Jan 27, 2025
on Google

Good service & outdoor seating is available. We enjoyed the buckwheat crepes - lots of options to choose from.

Aug 31, 2024
on Google

Best buckwheat crêpes!!

Aug 7, 2024
on Google

Love the crepes, the kinder Bruno one was especially amazing. Highly recommended the Smoothie of the Day. Loved the service & attention to detail: the buckwheat savory crepes were really great. We had the little Italy buckwheat crepes

Jul 6, 2024
on Google