Stash Café serves traditional Polish cuisine within an interior defined by exposed brick walls, dark wood accents, and an intimate, rustic atmosphere. The kitchen specializes in authentic staples such as handcrafted pierogi filled with various savory stuffings, hearty cabbage rolls, and rich, vinegar-forward borscht. These dishes emphasize robust flavors and traditional preparation methods that mirror historical Eastern European culinary practices. The menu features an array of sausages and comfort-focused platters designed to provide a substantial experience for those seeking classic regional fare. Patrons occupy tables set amidst a collection of vintage decor elements that contribute to a distinct, storied setting. Every plate reflects a commitment to preserving the integrity of Polish recipes through careful sourcing and preparation, ensuring that each component contributes to the overall cohesion of the meal.
Stash Café is widely celebrated as a premier destination for authentic, comforting Polish cuisine in the heart of Old Montreal. Guests frequently praise the hearty, homemade quality of traditional dishes like pierogies, schnitzel, and beef stroganoff, often highlighting the variety offered by the popular debutant platter. The restaurant is renowned for its cozy, intimate atmosphere, characterized by dim lighting, rustic wooden decor, and the consistent presence of talented live piano music that enhances the overall dining experience. While the establishment is exceptionally popular and often requires reservations, most visitors find the welcoming service, reasonable pricing, and genuine hospitality to be well worth the visit, making it a beloved staple for both locals and tourists alike.
A wonderful experience at Stash Café. I had the pleasure of rediscovering dishes from my roots & introducing them to my wife.
Everything was delicious: the kapusta, the pierogi, & the kie?basa… a real treat! The atmosphere was also excellent, especially thanks to a very talented pianist who made the experience even more enjoyable.
We also shared a lovely moment with one of the waitresses, with whom we talked about our origins & roots.
Generous, authentic food full of memories, served in a warm & welcoming atmosphere. We will gladly come back.
I had a wonderful time at Stash Café! Everything was absolutely delicious, & the atmosphere was amazing. A special thank you to my waiter, Alik, for his excellent service, kindness, & attention. He made my visit even more enjoyable. Thank you so much-I will definitely come back!
Been coming to Stash Café for years & it never gets old, especially on a quiet Saturday afternoon when the lunch crowd thins out & you can actually hear the old Polish folk music they play softly in the background. Last weekend I had the bigos again, that slow-cooked hunter's stew, & it was exactly as hearty & comforting as I remembered it. The staff recognized me from previous visits & brought out a little extra bread without me even asking, which is the kind of small thing that keeps regulars coming back. If you have not been yet & you want a genuinely warm, no-fuss meal in the Old Port area, this is the place.
Jun 17, 2026
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Third time at Stash Café...crazy busy Thursday night on a chilly May evening in Old Montreal. Place was packed, pianist playing tunes, warm atmosphere...our waiter Marco made us feel as though we were guests in someone's home. The service was fast but not rushed, warm but not pressing, the food was so tasty that our four-top ordered seconds. I couldn't ask for a better evening out with plump perogis, juicy sausages with tangy sauerkraut...so glad we decided to walk home to burn off some of those delectable calories!
This has to be my favourite meal I've had in my 8 months of living in Montreal. Stash Cafe had been on my bucket list for months, but due to the busy schedule & shallow pockets of a student like myself, I had to put off making the trip to Old Montreal for a while.
First of all, the restaurant itself is gorgeous. The ambiance is perfect with the soft piano & all the wonderful art to admire.
The beef pierogis were so flavourful & paired perfectly with the peppery sauerkraut & sour cream. Exactly what I needed today after finals. I tried both desserts, & while I felt the apple cobbler was a bit lacking (too much crust/not enough apples, & I felt like it should have been served warm instead of cold), the sweet cheese crepe was life changing. I could have drank a bucket of the raspberry coulis mixed with the sweet cream.
Our server was very friendly, the food came extremely fast after ordering, & the meal wasn't even that expensive! Two main courses & 2 desserts for $56 is extremely reasonable for this level of quality & deliciousness. I'll be returning the first chance I get after summer break!
Growing up Polish, we always celebrated holidays with traditional Polish cuisine. My mom would also pick times to make trays of go??bki, or pierogi.
As a child, I didn't really enjoy it that much, but as I got older, I more appropriately understood the comforting value of Polish cuisine.
On a recent trip to Montreal, we visited Stash Cafe, & it was like I was teleported to my childhood, surrounded by happy people serving comforting Polish cuisine.
They have all the dishes you would expect, & they are all uperb. I went with a cheeky order of go??bki plus a kielbasa dish (because I had to try both). My wife had a veal cutlet, my daughter had bigos, & it was all terrific.
Five stars to the team at Stash Cafe, I cannot wait to return. Montreal continues to exceed expectations with the culinary scene, & Stash Cafe took it to new level for me personally!
Nous sommes allés au Stash Café pour célébrer un anniversaire. L'ambiance est vraiment superbe, avec un pianiste qui joue extrêmement bien & apporte une touche chaleureuse & intimiste que nous avons beaucoup appréciée.
Côté cuisine, les plats sont bons & il y a pas mal de choix pour tous les goûts. Nous avons commencé avec une soupe à la betterave, puis pris en plat le'débutant', qui permet de goûter à un panaché de spécialités, une très bonne idée pour découvrir plusieurs saveurs en une seule assiette. & pour finir, une crêpe polonaise juste incroyablement bonne.
Petit plus très apprécié : si vous le mentionnez, ils ajoutent une bougie sur le dessert de la personne qui fête son anniversaire, & le pianiste joue la chanson, un moment vraiment spécial !
Nous avons adoré l'ambiance intime & l'expérience globale. Nous recommandons vivement 👍
Thank you for worst service possible.
As from'We would need this table in a hour' to endless waiting time at the'table they will need'. Staff not doing anything , looking at each other or phone.
I'd like to give advice to the staff members to service more positive than side eyeing every table. We caught a waiter squinting at customers while taking an order & we were like.. wow.
Famous borscht without any meat & with vinegar taste, with this recipe Cafe automatically can consider removing this dish from menu. If you're gonna tell me that it's'beet broth' maybe don't call it a borscht.
The food at Stash Café was delicious with great sized portions that kept you full! We ordered the zurek, debutant, strogonow, croustade, & a latte. I highly recommend getting a reservation if you're going on a Friday or Saturday as there can be a long wait, but it's totally worth it.
We loved the Stash Cafe! The food was so great. We had the side salad, potato pancakes & perogies. I also tried my first Polish beer. The live piano music enhanced the experience. I would definitely recommend it!
