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Where to find an honest espresso or a patient pour-over in Montreal.

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The five picks

Café Olympico

Mile End · 124 Rue Saint-Viateur Ouest, Mile End

An iconic family-run institution since 1970 serving traditional Italian espresso and great people-watching on the terrace.

Crew Collective & Café

Old Montreal · 360 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

Arguably the most beautiful cafe in the world, located inside a stunning 1920s bank headquarters.

Café Myriade

Downtown · 1432 Rue Mackay, Downtown

Pioneers of the third-wave coffee movement in Montreal focusing on precision and high-quality beans.

Dispatch Coffee

Mile End · 267 Rue Saint-Viateur Ouest, Mile End

A minimalist roastery focused on ethical sourcing and transparent coffee production with a sleek industrial vibe.

Pikolo Espresso Bar

Downtown · 3418 Avenue du Parc, Downtown

A small but mighty coffee bar specializing in Australian-style flat whites and local pastries.