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Un Instant en Provence
Bakery/Pastry Shop

Un Instant en Provence

Saint-Henri
4.8$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 7 amValentine's Day: hours might differ
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Un Instant en Provence Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
CaféPastriesTeaDesserts & Sweets

Originating from the village of Saint-Maximin in the heart of Provence, Nans fell in love with pastry from a young age.

After studying pastry at the foot of the hills of Provence, Nans worked for 12 years in prestigious establishments on the shores of the Mediterranean.

Having arrived in Saint-Henri several years ago, Nans gained various experiences in Montreal's finest pastry shops. The taste for entrepreneurship and the desire to introduce Provençal pastry to his Quebec friends led him to launch his own business to give them a taste of Provence.

As a pastry chef, but also an ice cream maker, chocolatier, and confectioner, Alexis is a jack-of-all-trades who puts his full range of skills at the service of taste.

With over 10 years of experience in prestigious French establishments in the south of France, Alexis set out to discover Quebec and the Saint-Henri neighborhood in Montreal. Leading a team of about ten people within a large Quebec pastry group, Alexis used all his talents to introduce new flavors.

Enticed by entrepreneurship, he joined Nans at "Un Instant en Provence" to introduce French pastry to as many people as possible.

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Reviews for Un Instant en Provence

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Review Summary

Un Instant en Provence is described in reviews as a cozy, Provençal inspired bakery cafe with a welcoming vibe and attentive service. Pastries and breads are consistently praised for freshness and flavor, with croissants, pains au chocolat, tarte tropézienne, choux pastries, and lavender themed treats earning frequent accolades, and the overall quality often seen as worth the price. Coffee and tea are well liked, though a few diners report drinks arriving lukewarm or cold, and a handful note an undercooked brioche in a winter setting. The atmosphere and decor are repeatedly highlighted as beautiful and inviting, ideal for a coffee, a bite, or a relaxed visit with friends. Most reviews commend the friendly staff and the sense of a genuine French bakery, while some suggestions focus on consistency and value, but the consensus is that Un Instant en Provence offers a memorable Provençal touch in a neighborhood bakery with strong pastries and solid coffee.
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Super bel endroit! On a essayé les croissants & ils étaient excellents. Ils étaient à la fois croquant & moelleux en même temps!

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Étant niçois & ayant toujours vécu dans le sud est de la France, je n'attendais à retrouver les saveurs de ma région. Alors oui l'endroit est magnifique, bien décoré avec les même affiches que j'ai chez moi. En revanche quand j'ai vu les prix, j'ai commencé à me poser des questions mais je me suis dis, ok a voir si c'est bon. & je dois dire que le croissant était fade, il manquait de goût & n'était pas assez poussé. Les pâtisseries sont mignonnes & petites mais pareilles, le goût n'y est pas. Je continuerai à allez sur Well pour mon pain & mes croissants. & l'accueil était comme les croissants & surtout comme nous les français : hautain 😁. Dommage car je vois passez des story's Instagram & cela me donnait envie de retrouver ma chère Provence.

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

While the croissants are exceptional (crunchy exterior, soft airy interior. & rich butter flavour), the coffee was a huge disappointment. I ordered a small almond milk cappuccino & it was so hot that it burned my mouth. When I went back in to inform the barista that it was way too hot, she became defensive & told me that's how it's done - she has to steam almond milk longer to get a froth. Other coffee shops don't seem to have this challenge so it's either an issue with the brand or the handler. Fortunately someone else stepped in & offered a replacement (which unfortunately was also too hot). There are better coffee shops in the city - it's not worth the detour.

Aug 11, 2024
on Google

good croissant & very cute inside. i went on a tuesday morning & it was a lovely spot to have in petit chocolatine & cafe before the day started. chocolatine was pretty good but not buttery enough & a bit overcooked. i would go back to see if it was just an off batch. staff are super friendly & great vibe inside. $5 coffee & croissant is hard to beat.

Jul 16, 2024
on Google

Replonger au coeur du sud de la France tant par la décoration, que par l'accueil chaleureux & les produits typiques Croissant, pain au chocolat, suisse ou encore roulé à la cannelle tout était délicieux Y compris le flan que nous avons prit à emporter Bravo !

Jul 15, 2024
on Google

Super nice staff. Great selection. Everything I have tried is so good & fresh. One of the best croissant I have tasted in my life.

Jul 3, 2024
on Google

Excellents croissants & éclairs. Ingrédients de bonne qualité. Très bon service.

Jun 29, 2024
on Google

Enorme coup de coeur, 5 etoiles pour tout! Les croissants & chocolatines sont délicieux, généreux & aussi beaux que bons. Le café filtre est excellent aussi (bien corsé). La formule baguette petit déjeuner, c'est frais, croustillant, excellent choix de confiture, un sans faute. Le service est souriant, sympathique, ca fait du bien de se sentir accueilli. & que dire du decor, un baume sur le coeur, pas juste pour les expat nostalgiques de la Provence :), c'est propre & lumineux. Bref, une boulangerie/patisserie/café où l'on s'y sent bien, c'est délicieux & les prix sont raisonnables. Je conseille sans hésiter & on reviendra c'est certain. Merci 🫶🏻

Jun 22, 2024
on Google

Try the almond croissant. Service was 10/10!

Jun 8, 2024
on Google

Meilleur croissant que j'ai mangé depuis plusieurs années. Parfaitement équilibré.

May 30, 2024
on Google

Meilleurs croissants en ville! Service parfait! Ambiance cosy.

May 29, 2024
on Google