The 19 most photogenic coffee shops in Montreal

From Villeray to the Old Port, these independently owned java paradises serve expertly brewed and, most importantly, thoroughly curated beans sanctioned by Montrals hip connoisseurs.

In this article, I’ll name some of the most popular Montreal coffee shops either because they’re expertly catered, or because they’re just plain gorgeous. After all, I am a freelancer and despite the fact that my home office is very pretty, I do need to get out of these for walls every once in a while; inevitably, I end up in one of these fine establishments.

Caf Myriade

several locations

With now four branches scattered across Montral, Caf Myriade is not only beloved by Instagrammers thanks to the Nordic-inspired dcor of their Mile End shop, but also by local coffee aficionados, as their grains are sourced from esteemed and fair-trade 49th?Parallel Roasters in Vancouver.

Larue & Fils

several locations

What started out as a solo endeavour in the heart of Villeray just north of Jean-Talon Market is now a double venture; Larue & Fils now has three idyllic, luminous locations and proudly serves Montral-brewed coffee. Definitely one of the most beloved Montreal coffee shops, as far as locals are concerned. It’s the kind of place where people go to with their baby in a stroller and their dog on a leash every Saturday morning!

Humble Lion

904 Sherbrooke W.

When rustic chic meets third wave coffee shop! This eclectic shop, a tranquil and welcoming retreat from the bustle of downtown, only serves the finest products, like Intelligentsia Coffee and Mast Brothers chocolates.

Rplika

252 Rachel E.

Owned by a Turkish couple, Rplika stands out from the crowd with it’s subtle eastern menu. Served on dainty vintage and mismatched plates, the savoury scones and the meat boreks are to be enjoyed at the shops immense communal table and washed down with strong yet flavourful latts and espressos. Most importantly, do yourself a favour and get that Nutella and sea salt cookie by the till; it’s every bit as good as it looks.

CREW

260 St-Jacques W.

Stunning cafe housed in a former bank inside a 1920s building, which once was the highest in Canada. Moody and atmospheric, unlike any other caf you’ve ever seen! Furthermore, the coffee is good, as are the nibbles.

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