Hands down the best panini + incredible French toast combo at iconic Old Montreal bakery Olive + Gourmando! Crisp pressed house-bread panini loaded with melty cheese & ham, plus caramelized brioche French toast with blueberry compote, whipped cream and maple syrup. Fresh daily-baked everything, great cold brew, cozy rustic vibe--essential brunch stop for anyone visiting downtown Montreal's historic quarter! read more

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Stopped by Olive + Gourmando after strolling Old Montreal. The restaurant has a nice cozy atmosphere with some character with their decor and layout. The restaurant didn't provide a high chair for our baby, which was a bit disappointing. The service was good with our waitress checking with us to order and being prompt and attentive. Here is what we ordered: Grilled Cheese O+G (8/10) - the bread with the grilled cheese and caramelized onions were cooked well. The homemade ketchup had a sweet taste to it and was brought out a little colder than room temperature. I probably would have preferred the ketchup/tomato sauce to be a bit warmer. The Chicken Melt (8/10) - this sandwich was pretty big. It had grilled chicken in a creamy sauce, some Cole slaw (actually a lot of Cole slaw) and some dill pickles. The sandwich was a bit messy to eat and I think it had a little too much Cole slaw, but it was a good sandwich, nonetheless. Overall, I good experience with a few suggestions in my review that I think would have made it really great. read more

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First time in Montreal and this place rated pretty high, so we wanted to stop by and try it out. The place itself is cute and trendy, but very small. Not good for big groups. And not great if you have kids under 2. We had our baby and they didn't provide high chairs. They have a kids menu, but didn't seem too kid friendly. I recommend for couples with no kids. Food was good, tasty sandwiches. I had their grilled cheese O+G - 8/10 - nice and crispy on the outside and cheese and onions on the inside. Solid sandwich. Also comes with some housemate ketchup. Not my jam, a bit sweet. I ordered chips on the side. Good chips. I had an iced latte 9/10, great latte. Service, eh... it was ok. Basic service. Overall, it's a cute and quick brunch/lunch place. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Grilled cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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We went out of our way to try Olive + Gourmando, based on reviews and friends' recommendations. Some of the portions seem small (Sconewich), but very filling. I couldn't finish the Egg on Your Face, so I had the rest for lunch (it was almost as good cold!). But it was DELICIOUS. Everything was really tasty and the croissants are so flaky. Service is fast - but you can tell some of the items are freshly made (like the French toast and panini). The atmosphere is adorable & quaint. Seating is a bit crowded, but that makes it charming. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Egg on your face with French toast in the background - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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This place is my fav MTL brunch place! It's popular brunch spot so it had a quite a long queue but worth waiting! Unfortunately we didnt get to try their almond croissant bc someone right before me bought ALL of them on the display I like their warm cozy interior. Feels like im inside a warm winter cottage! I personally didnt like their coffee bc it's tooo dark and condensed, could be french press coffee, not my go to coffee. Their service is avg. it's a very busy place, so i didnt have any expectation on the service and it was good enough! Price is a bit pricey side for their sandwiches ... since it's located at the tourist area, old Montreal. read more

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Great place for brunch or breakfast or a quick coffee and pastry break. Unfortunately we came before closing so there wasn't much left to grab and go but we did get to order and eat in. Their sandwiches are so good. Service was also friendly and everyone spoke English. A lot of folks hang out inside. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Fresh Ricotta toast - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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The food was delicious seriously (we had grilled cheese and Tex mex dish) The server was super kind The place is cozy! read more

Olive + Gourmando - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Cute cafe, wood table tops, French flare. Healthy and hearty menu. Had the Salad #24. Picture doesn't do it justice, big mound of salad. Mixed greens, tofu, soba noodles and a whole lot more. Wife had some kind of beet soup that was exceptional. Make reservations. Even on a Monday for lunch there was a steady lineup. Wasn't crazy about their coffee. Nice little O et G boutique with kitchen items attached to the restaurant. Service efficient and pleasant. Prices fair. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Salad #24 - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil) visted here, so it was on our "must visit" list for our trip to Old Montreal. Food quality and taste were beyond our expectations. Service was excellent. It was very busy when we arrived, but we were told it would only be a 10 minute wait. We sat outside on a bench, and waited to be called. I admired the ambiance as we were shown to our table. It was full, and noisy, but so much that we couldn't talk to each other. Bonus points for whoever designed the sound system that played 80s music during our visit. Enough speakers to fill the room with sound, and the system didn't need to played loud to be enjoyed. Coffee was superb. Just the right strength, with lovely notes of chocolate. I had the chicken melt, which was incredible. Real chicken pieces, sauce with a touch of heat, and toppings with just the right amount of savoury. Her panini was equally good. The star of the meal was the french roast. Heated all the way through, with the right balance of fruit, cheese, and syrop. read more

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**Vegetarian Friendly** They are a first come, first serve location. Waited about 45 minutes on a Friday Brunch slot. Walked around the area, picked up a coffee and came back. Our Order: (1) Almond Croissant - from their bakery. Light, crispy, butter, and fluffy all at the same time. (2) O+G Grilled Cheese - overhyped. It's good, but not great. We thought it was overly cheesy, and greasy/oily from the grill and onions. I can absolutely see the appeal on a cold winter day, but was a no on a beautiful summer morning. (3) Seasonal French Toast - Really good! Not too eggy, not too sweet, there's a bite with the sweetness. The seasonal fruit was peaches, which were sweet enough that you didn't even need maple syrup. Overall, great brunch opportunity! read more

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This a casual, yet busy place, with tasty food. I had the Bostock, a pastry which is prepared with a kinda sweet brioche bread and stuffed with frangipane and almonds. That was for starters. My main dish was L'oeuf Coquette. This is a poached egg in tomato sauce, with feta, avocado, home made chorizo and grilled bread. Yummy! My dining partner had the Bol Cha-Cha-Chia. I was envious of the coconut pudding granola-like bowl with almonds, chia and banana. This is a creamy and nutty-like dense bowl with quinoa muesli base. Very tasty in an innovative way. read more

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It's a really nice boutique restaurant. We went for breakfast and it was packed! It's a small space, so there has been a wait each time we've been. It's not long and normally has been 20-40 minutes. The coffee is fire!!!! It's a dark roast and extremely rich. You can taste the coffee and I love it. Everything was good. The toast tasted like sourdough and was crispy but a great chew. The jelly was a little chunky and tasted fresh! The Eggo Fuego was sooo good. There was no mess and the egg was fluffy. A tip is there is an area where you can order to go, so you can get the same food and go about your day! Just in case you don't have time to sit. read more

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We were visiting Montreal for the first time and wanted a local eaterie and Olive + gourmando did not miss! Parking can be a bit tough as you have to do street parking. The Ambiance was casual but hipster/trendy, and the service was very friendly and made the experience memorable. The food was absolutely delicious, I ordered the chicken melt, and my girlfriend ordered the strawberry French toast (only available on weekends) the chicken melt was juicy and flavorful, the fresh salad tied the entire sandwhich together. The strawberry toast was the perfect sweetness, and the whip cream has a slight saltiness to it that balanced the meal. It was such a great dining experience when we come back to visit Montreal we will try it again! read more

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We had breakfast at this delightful place two mornings on our vacation and loved everything we ordered. First, the coffee. We ordered Americanos, a mocha and a maple syrup oat milk latte and they were all fantastic. For food we tried the almond croissant, the granola bowl, the chia bowl, the cinnamon brioche and the cardamom bun. All were amazing! My favorites were the cardamom bun and the chia bowl. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and it's bustling with locals and tourists alike. Service is friendly and attentive as well. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Almond croissant and latte - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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We came here for brunch and completely understand the hype. It was busy and bustling this morning. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. A few vegetarian options although the menu could be expanded. The atmosphere is cozy but lively, and the service was warm without being overbearing. Highly recommend the paninis and pastries -- you can tell they care about every detail. A must-visit brunch spot in Montreal. We got a scone and croissant to go as well. Excellent snack for a long drive home... read more

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Located in old town Montreal, this little corner cafe was BEE-ZEE! There was no line when we got there since we were early, but as soon as we got to place our orders, there was already a group of people waiting outside to be seated. The restaurant was full then. The host showed us to our table, we chose to sit by the window facing the morning sun. He warned us that many do not like sitting there as it was too hot, we didn't mind cos it's the morning sun and we get to look out onto the road, if not for our window, I wouldn't be able to warn you to come here early to score a seat. Our server took a while to take our orders, that was no problem. We were told she didn't forget about us. LOL. We had coffee and croissant and all was good. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

We were having the lunch late, after two, and didn't want to stuff up as we've a dinner reservation at 7:30. We ordered two The Cuban sandwiches for four of us and the restaurant actually split the sandwiches for us. The restaurant was small and cute. The ginger iced tea was delicious as well. read more

Olive + Gourmando - 1/2 serving of The Cuban - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Best chicken melt ever! Ambience was wonderful, sat by myself at the big window bar. Loved Old Montreal. read more

Olive + Gourmando - vanilla latte - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Ordered the poached egg panini and was very pleased with the taste and how everything was melted together. It is unexpectedly filling despite how well pressed the sandwich is. I also appreciate the little details in the branded paper and napkins. They also have a shop next door stocked with branded merchandise among other things that are definitely worth checking out. It was surprisingly busy during lunch hour on a Wednesday which I can only guess perhaps several of the patrons were people on lunch break from their work day. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Poached egg Panini - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

*3.5 Stars* After seeing the many raving reviews, we decided to grab lunch here. There was a decent wait, about 30- 40 mins. We got sat in the back and it was pretty crowded, the back bar seating is pretty crammed. The service was very friendly and vibes were cozy. The food was solid and they offer a wide variety of pastries. Nothing stood out food wise here but still had a good meal. read more

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Weekend trip. French toast was my popular delicacy that I have ever tasted. It was heavy at the same time. Hot chocolate to drink cozied me up during the harsh winter. It seemed like a popular go-to-cafe and it was full all the time. Atmosphere was fun. And the staff were friendly. read more

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The two separate doors on Rue St. Paul point to the other door to enter, but do enter the door closest to the side street Rue St. Pierre. The pastries look quite good, the almond croissant, scone with potato and caramel. Ordered grand latte with oat milk, Sencha green tea, smashed potato salad, granola, cha cha chia bowl, raisin + cinnamon toast, Mac & Cheese. C$84.22 The raisin + cinnamon toast blah, but there are not enough raisins or cinnamon, as I would prefer in the Pepperidge Farm brand. Not worth a side. The grand latte with oat milk was good. The Sencha green tea is so-so, a bit weak for the pot. The Gnocci Mac and cheese is quite good, what a nice crunchy crust and the Gnocci made it chewy and the Mac more unique. Flavor of the cheese sauce was good, made me want it all for myself. The smashed potatoes are flavorful and yummy. So many flavor profiles and textures. The granola and yogurt and fruit is just okay, not special though. Worth a skip. Service here is good. The Mac and Cheese and the smashed potatoes are worth a try, quite good! read more

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There was an excellent selection of pastries, and they were wonderful. I believe Olive et Gourmando may be the best French-style/Parisian pastry you can get in Canada. With that said, get ready to wait in line!!! read more

Olive + Gourmando - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

The hubby and I visited Montreal for 4 days and ate at Olive + Gourmando twice which is not something we typically do in a city we're visiting for the first time. It was so delicious, about half a mile from where we were staying so a nice little walk, and had exceptional service. Their coffee drinks were superb with my favorite being the petite mocha. The food was quite good as well with the sweet ricotta being my husband's favorite. It was whipped ricotta with honey, orange marmalade served with soft toasted brioche. My favorite bites were the sconewich because the biscuit might've been the best I've tasted in a couple of years. The butter was thick, biscuit was perfectly salted, cheese was nutty and sharp, ham was thin and salty, paired perfectly with a peach jam. I also loved the granola bowl with the thick yogurt, roasted cinnamon apples, sliced matchstick apples, and homemade granola. We also had the toast plate with different breads, butter, and peanut butter, a chocolate croissant, and a regular butter croissant. All were delicious and I'd go back again just for a mocha. It's a cute spot, cozy interior, open kitchen which is small but efficient, and a kick ass staff who were attentive and wonderful. read more

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Second time to Montreal and had been here before and made a point to visit again. Excellent service in a cozy eclectic setting and fabulous foods and not to be missed baked goods. Will definitely return read more

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Montreal has some great food, but a salad-mecca it is not. As a millenial American, I was craving some fresh greens and vegan fare after a few days munching on frites and smoked meat sandwiches in the city on a recent trip, and Olive + Gourmand came in clutch. We stopped in fairly late close to closing time, which I hate, but were greeted with a smile that instantly made us feel at ease. Her grilled cheese and tomato soup were stellar, while my salmon Caesar, topped with crunchy fried capers and the most delectable salty dressing, was one of the best bites I had in the city. A gem for something different and taste of home up north. read more

The Tex-Mex baked egg is amazing! The right balance of tangy salsa, fresh micro greens, cheese.....perfect combination. Their cinnamon brioche is ok. I would prefer it warmed tho. Their latte is thick and well balanced with their espresso with. Overall, good food, chic ambiance and friendly service. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Tex-med baked egg - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Fancy ! And beers and drinks we've never heard of before. Very upscale eatery, so we had to try a bit of everything. We felt with the currency conversion we were getting a discount so pile on the extra scones and muffins. Highly rated and highly recommended by locals and it lives up to the reputation. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Olive bottle for water at the olive restaurant - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Hit the spot! Food was delicious. Wait staff terrific. We got cinnamon raisin toast with egg, potato salad, and biscuit sandwich. Each was so good. Def recommend. We're from US - great place to try out. read more

Olive + Gourmando - Cinnamon toast, egg, cappuccino. - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Such a cute place for breakfast with yummy choices. I had the spicy egg sandwich and the brioche Banana chocolate roll and it was amazing. Though there was a line the wait was short. Waitress was a little scattered bringing people checks often and even wrong food. So double check. I recommend breakfast here. read more

A solid brunch place in Montreal. Sad we didn't get to try their French Toast (only available on weekends) but overall was satisfied with our choices. read more

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Location : on Saint Paul. No outdoor seating but plenty of indoor seating. Party of 3 and we were seated in 15 minutes during a busy brunch day We had poached egg panini, 6 minute egg, potato salad and ricotta sucree. The latte was delicious. The breads were fantastic. The ricotta was lovely, light and the bread it accompanied was delicious. The poached egg panini was spicy with perfectly toasted bread. The potato salad was good but had lots of herbs which were a little overpowering. Would recommend the 6 minute egg, ricotta and panini in a heartbeat and that was the best meal we had all day. Service was great. Price: $30-40pp for the above. read more

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Came here for weekend brunch for two people around 11:15 am and the wait was only 15-20 minutes. Overall, I think this is a solid brunch spot and perfect if you also want to walk around the area. Ambiance / Service: very casual. Has cozy neighborhood vibes. You can walk in and buy the baked goods up front. No outdoor seating. Restaurant isn't too big - I feel like groups bigger than 5 or 6 might be difficult. Service was great. Food comes out fast. Food: beware! The baked goods sell out fast! Several were sold out before 11:45am / 12pm, so come earlier if you're there specifically for those. I ordered between two people: -Smashed Potato Salad: if you like potato salad, this is a must. Creamy, warm, salty & savory, but with lots of fresh herbs so it doesn't feel too heavy. Great to share with someone. -Panini with prosciutto: we split this and it was perfect, but if you're super hungry you can easily eat for one. Savory and delicious. -Lemon Pistachio Bar: very lemony, couldn't taste the pistachio. But it was good (just don't order if you don't love lemon!) -Strawberry (I think) Scone. good, but not enough berries. Mostly just some on the outside and none on the inside. read more

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This place is so good for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or for having some tea/coffee with some sweets. They get really busy at times, but the service is fast and everyone end up having a great time. We ordered "The Chicken Melt" and "The Cuban". Both were really fresh and delicious. We sat on the high chairs by the window and enjoyed the view of rue Notre Dame while having our lunch. read more

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Still just as good as a few years ago, but the prices are just way too expensive now. $26 for a Cuban sandwich?? $15 for a chia bowl? Getting to be absolute insanity, especially considering these weren't filling by themselves. We left still feeling a bit hungry. The new Eggo Fuego sandwich was just as delicious as the Cuban sandwich. Their house Cuban sauce is amazing. If you do visit, remember that there's always a bit of a wait. 15 minutes on Labor Day morning for us - not too bad. read more

Lovely quality sandwiches that haven't diminished in quality over the years but have increased in price! $26 for a sandwich is pretty nuts.

The to-go line had let up by the time we arrived. Inside, the lively and noisy café was packed with groups and solo diners. We quickly ordered a Kouign Amann and Morning Bun and escaped to enjoy our bounty elsewhere. Both pastries were slightly stale, which I guess could be attributed to the fact that it was later in the day. My sister reassured me that, typically, the food is better than what we had both experienced. read more

Olive + Gourmando - A view of the baked goods offered. - Sandwiches Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Absolutely loved the panini and bakery options offered. We had no wait time coming on a weekday shortly after opening, but I understand that lineups are quite long here. Their lattes are delicious and you cannot go wrong with any choice. read more

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Today's breakfast in Montreal brought us to the famous Olive & Garmoundo in downtown Old Montreal. For more than 25 years, they have been feeding their loyal clientele and tourists who walk the streets of Old Montreal in their bakery-café-restaurant on rue Saint-Paul seven days a week; transforming the ordinary into extraordinary for all the people who walk through their door. The proof? The daily queue says a lot about the reputation of their establishment! Naturally, we couldn't settle on just one thing, so we ordered a little of everything. We enjoyed: - three different croissants: original, almond, and chocolate... and another original for the road. - their famous cinnamon bun - sconewich (ham and cheese on a scone) - Panini "Poached egg on your face" - Chocolat Chaud & Café au lait Don't let the long queue scare you away as there's a perfectly good explanation for it; Everything lives up to its reputation and you won't be disappointed. Yum! Olive & Garmoundo 351 Rue Saint-Paul O, Montreal, QC H2Y 2A7, Canada read more

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Pretty decent spot we check out in Old Town. It's a pretty small cafe with limited seating so we ended up just ordering takeout. Unfortunately, I think if you show up later in the day like we did, then you miss out on a lot of their specialty pastries. They just had a small selection of things left so we did not get any, but it's really the reason I wanted to come check this place out. Got a chicken sandwich and a side of grilled chicken for my son. Got an iced tea and iced latte as well. The coffee wasn't bad and the tea was way too sweet. The chicken sandwich was great. Overall a good spot if you want something quick for takeout. read more