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Un Instant en Provence
Bakery/Pastry Shop

Un Instant en Provence

Saint-Henri
4.8$$
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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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Délicieuses pâtisseries & accueil très chaleureux. J'ai passé un merveilleux instant en Provence!

May 24, 2025
on Google

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Ce petit bijou est un délice. C'est à environ 35 minutes de chez moi & ça vaut toujours le détour. Les pâtisseries & les plats sont toujours frais & délicieux. De plus, le service est vraiment sympathique ! J'y suis allé 5 à 7 fois ces deux derniers mois & presque tous les clients que j'ai croisés repartent avec le sourire, ce qui est très bon signe.

This little gem is a delight. The pastry & food are always fresh & delicious. Plus, the service is super friendly! I've been here 5-7 times in the last couple of months almost every person I've seen come in leaves smiling, so that's a very good sign. It is about 35 mins away from my home & always worth the trip.

May 22, 2025
on Google

Accueil ,sévices excellents le monsieur & super gentil je recommande

May 21, 2025
on Google
5.0

Very nice pastries! Can be hard to find parking nearby

May 20, 2025
on Google
5.0

A sanctuary of coffee 🌞

May 11, 2025
on Google

Favorite bakery in the hood, like their baguettes as well as desserts

Apr 30, 2025
on Google

Les sandwichs, les croissants & les viennoiseries sont à tomber par terre. Le service est toujours parfait!

Apr 29, 2025
on Google
5.0

Un pur délice !!

Apr 29, 2025
on Google

Un incontournable dans le quartier! L'accueil est sympathique, le service est amical & attentionné. Je me sens toujours bien accueillie & l'on ressent bien le souci du détail de la part du proprio. L'ambiance est chaleureuse avec ses touches déco qui rappelle la Provence. & que dire des pâtisseries, elle sont toutes délicieuses, particulièrement les financiers, tartelettes au citron, le noisettier & les éclairs à la lavande. Aussi, quelques sandwichs typiquement français.
Le rapport qualité-prix est excellent, pour des ingrédients & produits d'une telle qualité, faits sur place. Je fréquente cet endroit régulièrement autant pour l'accueil que pour les produits!

Apr 27, 2025
on Google

Très bonne pâtisserie à déguster sur place avec un bon café.

Apr 24, 2025
on Google

Beau & bon

Apr 22, 2025
on Google
5.0

Been wanting to try this place for a while. I ordered a refreshing glass of fig lemonade & a pain au chocolat & aux amandes, which may have been one of the most decadent & delectable pastries I've EVER consumed. I ordered an assortment of patisserie to-go that I got a chance to sample which were very tasty & fresh.

I had also ordered a chocolate brioche in house which was a bit dry if I'm being honest, but the other pastries I ordered, along with the friendly service & comfortable atmosphere more than made up for it! I will no doubt be returning.

Apr 22, 2025
on Google

Meilleures pâtisseries en ville j'y suis allée plusieurs fois & a chaque fois un délice pour les papilles.
Un arrêt obligatoire dès que je suis sur notre dame .
Merci beaucoup
PS la chocolatine aux amandes me fait saliver rien que d'y pense

Apr 21, 2025
on Google
4.0

Service was nice & pastries were amazing

Apr 12, 2025
on Google

Solid croissants & good vibes. Nice addition to the Hen 🥐

Mar 31, 2025
on Google

Un endroit qui sent, goûte & respire le calme
Excellent service & un accueil chaleureux
Beaucoup de choix de viennoiseries, je recommande cet endroit fortement :)

Mar 23, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great service & delicious

Mar 22, 2025
on Google

Lovely place for a coffee & a pastry or a quick lunch. Their baguette is amazing, the tuna sandwich is delicious & the vegan pastries are unbelievable. Highly recommend!

Mar 11, 2025
on Google

This pastry is my favorite in Montreal. I really recommend it 🥐.

Mar 10, 2025
on Google

'J'ai récemment fait appel à leurs services de traiteur pour l'anniversaire d'une amie, & ce fut une expérience tout simplement parfaite ! Tout était exactement comme je l'avais imaginé : des sandwichs savoureux, un plateau de fromages généreux & raffiné, & des desserts absolument délicieux. D'ailleurs, je prends souvent leurs pâtisseries, & c'est rare de trouver des desserts aussi bons, typiquement français, avec ce petit goût de fait maison. Le personnel est en plus très sympathique & à l'écoute. Une adresse que je recommande vivement!

Mar 7, 2025
on Google