Great spot for a casual yet high-quality meal with friends or a date night. The menu has some…read moreamazing flavors, the presentation is 10/10, and the service is super attentive throughout the night. It is a bit on the pricier side and the space is quite intimate, but the overall quality makes it totally worth it.

The most adorable spot discovered through passport barista! It's called Pinocchio! It's small; and…read morethe aroma of fresh bake good warms you up. Since it's named after Pinocchio, their menu is named after the main characters from the beloved animation, like Blue Fairy, Jiminy Cricket, Figaro and many more. I was served by Kay! What a lovely person! When it wasn't busy, I had a lovely conversation with her. She explained me the story behind the coffeeshop' name. The shop's owner's father is in construction and he enjoys the wood. He loves the rustic feel like Geppetto, from the animation, hence the title of the shop. I took a delicious latte and the best ever almond croissant (it had lots of almonds unlike any pastry place). I highly recommend this beautiful, delicious and friendly place.

This spot in vieux-Rosemont is wonderful. The space is fairly big and cozy. I love the fact that…read morethe room is filled with green plants. The café also has a decent patio out front. I've been here twice already after I was recommended to visit itby a local shop keeper. The choice of wines here is outstanding. For example, they have 4 orange wines to choose from. Can't say that about most restaurants I've been to. Plus, they have a table d'hôte with 3 services for only 17$! I also really enjoy the staff here. The one waitress I've been served by has been chill and really knowledgeable. I will definitely be back here on a Friday or Saturday evening when they host a live jazz band starting at 7PM.

This review is based on the 3 times I visited this place…read more First of all, it's a nice coffee/restaurant where you can enjoy a little meal, a coffee or a drink, or sit there studying with no problem. Unfortunately i've only been going there at night, so can't comment on the natural light, but it's a bit dark at night. Studying with computers is OK, but reading is quite tricky. Food is not too bad, i would give it a 4/5. It's a bit understaff I find, and we've been waiting for a long time for our checks, for the guy to pass by again to order an extra item. I would recommend it for a snack/meal with a drink, I saw that on Fridays they have someone who comes in and play music !! It's a relax ambience. It's 15$ for their table d'hôte (without desert) which is really not bad !! I enjoyed their chili (10$ on regular menu) and their table d'hôte that is different (menu du jour) everytime I went. My friend liked her salade chèvre chaud ! It did not get 4 because of the service.

Sat there for a while just chilling with coffee. Staff didn't rush us which i appreciated. nice…read morelittle spot

Good place to get a coffee and do some work or just hang. The people who work there are super nice…read more All around nice experience the few times that I've been. I notice that it's open late too so people get late afternoon beers and hang on the terrace. .

I attended the opening of Kes-Kes last week and it reminded me of my trip in North Africa. The…read morewarmth, the cuisine, the music. I had the chance to try their custom-made salad and couscous, lamb and vegetables. Both were delicious but the couscous was my favorite as it was warm and homey. Their Merguez was also really yummy ;-) I strongly recommend the berber salad dressing, it was out of this world. The staff was extremely kind and friendly. It is family-run so you feel the warmth from everyone. They serve Paella on Fridays and Saturdays, which I would definitely add to my list to try. Check them out if you're craving Mediterranean cuisine or if you're in Little Italy. Bon appétit!

When is saw how bright, clean and fresh the light blue and white exterior was, I immediately took…read morenotice. By chance, I discovered they were making final preparations for their upcoming open house and official opening day, and got a sneak peek of the beautiful, ultra clean and neat interior, which includes colourful tea pots on one wall, a section of cubbyholes with cookbooks and teas nestled in the back corner, and a sweeping L-shaped counter on the right; just past the entrance way. There is an intriguing looking 3-D style image made out of wood and painted to match the decor just inside the entrance. There is also a giant blackboard near the front and two high top tables near the front window, plus a selection of light wooden tables with white and wooden chairs to match. They will be serving Mediterranean specialties with a Northern African flair, authentic Algerian dishes with sauces, and signature teas from the world over. Their inventive sauce and vinaigrette list revisits old classics like Greek, Caesar and Italian and adds several signature creations like Za'atar Berberi. The restaurant is family run though and through; and emanates warmth and hospitality. From the moment I entered I got that 'something special's going on here' feeling and when I got to try some of their hot and cold selections it was confirmed. Everything came across well, healthy - not to mention tasty. They have a salad making section with heaps of fresh quality ingredients, from proteins, to additions, to extras - so much that it would take years to try every possible combination - but that's a challenge that may be worth while. They have three types of couscous to choose from and their merguez sausage is the real deal. The name of the restaurant is a tip of the cap to couscous since (I was told by the family) a Kes-Kes is what the colander-type tray used to make couscous, is called in their language. Very importantly, there is an open kitchen in the back where the chef with Spanish roots looks right at home preparing the meats, vegetables and all the necessary components to make up the Mediterranean dishes on offer. I am definitely excited to try more of their signature tastes in light bite, hot meal, salad, sauce or tea form. It is so nice to see this type of family first, tradition forward and produce driven style of restaurant open in 2022/23. They deserve all the luck in the world. Note: Their official opening was on December 30th

The staff is really friendly. The place is loud. The menu has a good selection for brunch…read more Everyone order something different. My son in law ordered the pancakes with Reese peanut butter. My daughter had the taco breakfast which she said was amazing. My wife order egg with turkey bacon. I had my usual which is scrambled eggs with Turkey bacon and amazing potatoes with coffee all for $12.50. Everyone was happy with their food. This is a good place for breakfast or brunch. This was a home run.

Excellent coffee and great quality ingredients for an overall great breakfast. Menu is all in…read moreFrench so bring an interpreter (waitress was very nice and helpful, though). Very cute café, as well. Looks like a great place to work. Highly recommend the tourn'oeuf (breakfast sandwich). Excellent combo of flavors. This was the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. The breakfast platter was very good as well, a sampler of flavorful things. Although we decided the baguette was not the best we've ever had. Gave this platter an A-. We also got the sandwich au jambon which was good, but could've been better with better flavor combos. Still great quality. Loved the ham here. Also highly recommend the chai latte.

Stopped by for a nice drink and a snack. The kitchen stops making new food by 4:00pm, but the…read moresweets they still had left when we arrived around 5:00pm still tasted good. We didn't know any French, but the cashier was very nice and helpful, and she knew exactly what drink I wanted when I showed her the latte art I saw online from this place.

Just went there to grab a little lunch and overall was pretty good . Been pretty lucky as I arrived…read morethey were just doing the sandwiches so couldn't have it fresher even if I wanted to . I asked for a Sandwich ham and cheese with butter which instead they put mayo was still pretty good but not what I've asked for . Also place is really really small yet you really felt welcome and guy behind the counter was quite cute too . And as much as I did love and enjoy my sandwich I also took their brownies for dessert and wasn't big fan of .If you're in the Gay village and want some fresh bakery don't hesitate to go there I do recommend it

Close to Papineau métro station, La Mie Matinale is a charming gourmande patisserie and its…read morepastries are as francais as France itself. The atmosphere is not afraid to be brazen in French decor as well, with a particular fetish for music by French divas like the chanteuse Dalida. Open only for breakfast and lunch, the pastries here are phenomenal and the almondine and chocolatine pastries melt in your mouth. Cakes, cookies, squares, mini quiche, all made fresh as well as the salads and sandwiches which make up the lunch menu. Charming, Parisien and popular in the neighbourhood, it's a definite visit if you're looking for the real deal in pastries.