The menu is creative and some dishes were enjoyable, but the overall experience was mixed. It was very crowded and noisy, making it less relaxing than expected. read more

A+++ - Phenomenal food, excellent service (thank you Zoe) and purposeful design. What a trifecta. Well done Regine Cafe!

For our last proper meal in Montreal, we decided to have breakfast at Régine Café. This was somewhat impromptu, as I did not read up on this place in preparation for my trip - instead, I did some quick research the night before and found that it consistently ranked as one of the best breakfast/brunch spots in the city. That being said, I booked a table and we made our way over. Régine is apparently a popular spot - indicated by the rope they had set up outside which suggested that a line can form. Since we booked a table, and it was a Monday morning, there was no line and we were seated right away. The restaurant is broken up into two main dining areas with large windows that let in a lot of light. The decor was tasteful but not my style - it definitely gave off that afternoon tea feel with upscale accents and an overly feminine aesthetic. It was nice but just not my taste. The menu has a really good variety of breakfast and lunch items - I was taken aback by how many creative dishes there were, not just standard breakfast items. I needed caffeine, so I started with a cappuccino which was really good, one of the better ones I've had. For my actual breakfast I went with the Chic Croissant; this was essentially a breakfast sandwich with pulled ham, egg, arugula, and an aioli. Due to the fragility of the croissant, I did not eat it as a sandwich - but despite that the dish was delicious. Everything tasted super fresh and all the flavors worked really well together. I don't think I ever had pulled ham before, but felt it was super creative and elevated the sandwich. We wanted to try some of their bakes, so we also got the cinnamon roll and the scone. We were given the option to have the cinnamon roll covered in frosting but we opted to have it plain. Even without the frosting, the roll was excellent - I usually find cinnamon rolls to be dry, but this was super m-o-i-s-t with a generous filling of raisins and cinnamon; it was one of the best I've had. The scone was lavender and white chocolate; I don't usually like lavender but this was pretty good and not overly heavy. It came with sides of macerated strawberries and mascarpone which I don't think were needed but nice to have. Service was great - everyone was warm, friendly, and efficient. Overall, Régine Café exceeded my expectations - the food was excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to return for another meal. I understand why this is one of the more popular spots for breakfast and brunch in Montreal. read more

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Solid brunch option in the are. Coffee plus food combo works weel just a bit pricey but expected for this kind of place

So delicious. Loved the food and service. Would def come back! Scotch eggs are lovely. read more

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I liked the warm and simple interior design, it makes it comfortable to sit and relax. The latte was great, but the food was just average.

Overall tasty brunch spot. They don't have a huge menu but they have a good mix of sweet and savory items that are a generous portion. There was a small line outside but the wait wasn't terrible. I did enjoy that they allow for you to take your time to eat and chat without feeling rushed. We didn't stay too long but there were many tables that seemed to be doing some long catching up. I do recommend the French toasts if you're craving something sweet! read more

What a nice brunch place with great and speedy service! We waited outside in line (they said 1h but it only was 20min wait). The matcha latte was served with an additional pretty touch of edible flowers. The pain brioche doré with pulled pork snd egg was yummy! The order came out within 15min. read more

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Food is great, waitstaff friendly, relaxed ambiance. You will not leave hungry. Lives up to its reputation. I will return! The line starts before it opens, so get there early. read more

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Definitely a must try if you're in the area!! The menu was diverse, and it was so difficult to pick what to try! We were all so happy with what we ordered! The croissant sandwich was my favorite! Definitely order a latte or their breakfast cocktail (with delicious jam!!). Expect a wait if you're visiting on a weekend morning! So I would recommend getting there early to avoid the long lines. read more

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Arrived here about an hour after they open on a weekday and got seated right away with kids utensils and crayons all set up. Our waitstaff was so sweet and greeted us with aperitif juice shot. We ordered Chic Croissant and Oeuf beouf, along with kids meal. Both dishes were spectacular in all aspects: presentation was beautiful and clean, no nonsense. The Chic Croissant -- spinach béchamel sauce made the pulled ham irresistible and for someone who's not fond of ham like me, I ate it up like there's no tomorrow. The eggs on both dishes were ideaaaal. The cheek meat in the Oeuf Beouf was so tender and flavorful that even my picky kids asked for more. The kids meal that we got was the berries waffle with mascapone creme&choco sauce. Nice portion with fresh berries and the cream and chocolate on the side so you can limit the sugar. We ended the meal with hot chocolate and some bubble gum tea which our LO loved. All in all this is one of the brunch/breakfast places that I could not find any fault. I'd say it's on the pricey side (with 33CAD for the oeuf beouf) but it's certainly worth it. read more

Régine Café is the place to be For a brunch that's both tasty and chic The food is divine, the ambiance, sick A perfect spot for a lunch or a long, leisurely sit The staff are nice, the service swift And the decor is also a hit Your camera for a snap or two Before diving into the food, so new So if you're looking for a bite to eat In a place that's both stylish and neat Head on over to Régine Café Happy New Year, cheers and santé read more

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I got here about 10 minutes before they opened and there was already a line. Thankfully, I didn't have to wait too long before I was seated. I had the best french toast I ever had at this restaurant! The scotch egg was great as well! Definitely one of the best places for breakfast and brunch in Montreal! read more

Régine Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Came to Regine cafe 30 minutes after they opened on a weekday and we were seated immediately. I got the beef and egg benedict and it was amazing! The beef cheek was so tender and flavourful. Poached eggs were cooked perfectly. Hollandaise sauce was so creamy and velvety. The mashed potatoes were a bit on the salty side but with the rest of the dish, was well balanced. I usually drown my breakfast in ketchup but this meal didn't need any other seasoning. Also got a soy milk latte and it was great. Our server was also really kind and helpful. read more

Régine Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Hubby found this place and it was voted top 100 places to eat in Montreal. We don't speak French, but all of the items are detailed in English, right under each one. It was definitely something different to try, and everything was good. We ordered the cafe lattes and the hot chocolate. Both delicious! I had the French toast and it was good. The bananas and cream on top were amazing. Everyone enjoyed the food. The presentation of every dish was a 5 of 5. The decor and vibe are pretty cool. It is definitely a cutesy brunch spot. We got lucky that when we got there, there wasn't a line, and we only waited about 20 mins. However, that line grew pretty quickly!! I don't think I would wait in the cold to eat at this place. The waitress was a sweetheart and very attentive. Everyone was nice and had a smile. read more

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I'm upset with myself for not having any photos of my meal because the picture along would make you want to come here. This was probably one of the best breakfasts I have had anywhere. First thing you should know about Regine is it is an adorable restaurant. Everything about the ambiance and environmental feel welcoming and warm. Service was, like basically every server and host/hostess we encountered, was superb and friendly. You should also know that while they do not take reservations most of the time, they do take reservations during the week so that is when we scheduled our visit. If you have reservations, ignore the line waiting. We got in line because we thought everyone was waiting to be helped but my wife, who likes people more than me, actually asked and found out that was the wait. Therefore, we walked in and sat immediately. As you know, service can be friendly and ambiance can be lovely, but you go there for the food. I got the Champi, which is rustic bread, cheese, poached eggs, sauteed mushrooms, with cream and sage and potatoes and greens. I also got a side of vegan sausage. My wife got their Brunch Vege - tofu scramble, vegan sausage, pistachio bread, and sweet potatoes. Both meals came with a red pepper coulis (sauce). This was one of those meals that was so difficult to savor. It was so delicious, I just wanted to shovel it in my mouth as quickly as possible. I forced myself to eat slowly just so I could enjoy every taste. I wish there was a Regine Cafe in every city we visited, though I am not sure if I would get brunch anywhere else. Honestly, the only reason we didn't come back for brunch again was because the rest of our trip was over the weekend and we didn't want to deal with a weekend crowd when we couldn't make a reservation for those days. Come here. Heck, come to Montreal for the sole purpose of coming here. You will thank you. read more

Wow! Best brunch ever. Even when the snow was coming down, Regine Cafe was packed. There was so many people waiting to be seated. Thankfully we had a reservation at 10:30 am. Service was amazing, everyone was very nice. Although we didn't speak French, there was English words right below the French and people communicated with us in English as well. Food was impeccable. Absolutely amazing paired with a mimosa that was I think pear and grapefruit? I really wanted to try the pastries but we were so full we didn't want to order more and not be able to take it to go because we were leaving Montreal soon. I will definitely try out their pastries next time I'm back! read more

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This place was amazing. We didn't have reservations Friday morning but thankfully we arrived right after they opened so we were able to score a table. They are strictly a breakfast/brunch spot so I would recommend coming early or booking a reservation. They do COVID check so I appreciated the safety check. The Champi won us all over. Poached egg were perfect, the rustic bread soaking up the sauce was wonderful, mushrooms were cooked perfectly. We also got a scotch egg on the side of the dish which was delicious- beef wrapped around a yolky egg and deep fried! I loved that it was a well balanced meal, there's greens, protein, carbs, and even fruit to enjoy at the end. We also had the Gaufre. Corn waffle, salmon, poached eggs, pickled onions, baby tomatoes. This was so so good. I would definitely come back and order these two dishes again, in addition to more. The matcha latte was more milk and super light matcha flavor where as the regular hot chocolate with 70% was very cute with a large marshmallow on top. I was disappointed they didn't have crumpets but hopefully they'll have that next time. 100% recommend this place. read more

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Friendly waitstaff, great coffee, huge portions, and low prices. What's not to like? The line. At 10am on a weekday, there were only a few people waiting, and we were seated after just a couple minutes in line. Somehow we got to skip around 6-7 people in line -- perhaps they were waiting for a bigger table? Inside, many families were here, taking their sweet time. It seems life is just a tad slower here, so there were people just relaxing with a book and a drink. It's a fun little breakfast spot. read more

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What an AMAZING brunch spot. We were not sure what to expect since we were visiting from New York but we were blown away. The decor inside was so cute and antique which added to the unique vibe this place gave off and the service was exceptional, the staff was so sweet. I got the œuf et bœuf (English muffin dish) which was incredible the beef was so juicy and tender and the sauce was so flavorful, and my partner had the sucré salé (French toast dish) the ham was delicious and and bread was fluffy. Truly an amazing experience and I cannot wait to return to Montreal to eat here again. read more

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Worth the wait. The staff was kind, patient, attentive. The presentation of the food was great. The taste of the food even better. One of the better spots that I have been for breakfast. The coffee/hot chocolate is probably their strongest department. The white hot chocolate is amazing. The decor and ambiance were very fitting for the fare. Would recommend to others. read more

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We came here on a recommendation from our Airbnb host, and I must say this is a jewel of a brunch spot! The food was on point and so was the service. We definitely will come back here before we leave Montreal! read more

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We visited this brunch restaurant twice, our first time being at the Wellington location named Janine Café. On our second visit to Café Régine, we ordered the Grilled Cheese, the Champion and the Gros Jambon. For the beverages, we ordered some coffee, hot chocolate and a matcha latte. The Grilled Cheese was delicious. The complex flavors of the duck confit and the balsamic glaze balanced each other out well, elevating this simple diner dish to a memorable brunch item. The Gros Jambon is quite good as well. It is one of their more classic options with eggs, sausage and ham. The pork, duck and orange sausage was tasty, but we could not really taste the duck and the orange. We really liked the old-fashioned pulled ham. It tasted different from the regular ham they serve in other brunch establishments. The Champi was quite tasty as well. It's their version of an eggs benedict with mushrooms and a red pepper sauce. For three main plates and three drinks, our meal came up to 130$ with tips and tax included. Since they only take reservations on weekdays, make sure to get there early if you want a table on the weekend. We went to Café Janine for our first visit with a reservation on a weekday. For our second visit, we decided to try their Plateau location (Café Régine). We got there 30 minutes before opening (at 8h30) on a Saturday and we had to wait over an hour outside. If you are wondering which location to choose, we would suggest you try Café Janine. They seem to be the least busy of the two locations. Their menus are slightly different so check in advance which one looks more enticing to you. For example, their (delicious) Fried chicken and Waffles is only offered at Café Janine. Follow me on Insta for more food content: @lyliaxfood read more

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This place is amazing, but the only thing that I dislike is the wait time. Service is amazing, but it could be a little better. The ambiance is very nice. I love the antique decor! The food is amazing. I got the champi toast, and it was phenomenal. The special of the day was okay, to be honest. It was a little too sweet for me. The scotch eggs were amazing and would definitely recommend. Would definitely come next but earlier to avoid the line. read more

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Très bien! La nourriture délicieuse, très bon service et une décoration très accueillante. read more

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I highly recommend coming here as early as possible if you plan on coming in the weekend. We came here on a Saturday morning at 9am and it was just the 3 of us. There was already a line to get in and the dining room was packed. By the time we left around 11:30 there was a line up out the door even around the corner The decor: this place is so cute so definately ask the server to take a photo of you and your table because it's Instagram worthy. All of the walls have something different to look at and gives you inspiration for your own home The food: the menu itself is very condensed but there is a section for lunch (served at a certain time), sides and desserts. They have sweet plates, savoury plates and even a vegan plate. There were so many things I wanted to eat and coundnt decide but I'm glad I went with the Champi since I wanted something savoury and this dish is definitely savoury and quenched my tastebuds. There were a ton of mushrooms and the toast was delicious with the gravy. The service: the service here is great. I like how the servers are attentive but they don't hover over you either. We had actually finished eating around 10:30 and ended up staying an extra hour before they finally asked us to leave since there was a huge line up. I'm actually surprised they let us stay for that much longer since there was a huge line when we had left. They asked us very nicely and were very appreciative so I do not mind being kicked out at all! read more

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This place is out of the way in a residential neighborhood with nothing much going on. There's consistently a line outside but don't fret, it moves along pretty quickly. We were sat at a communal table but did not feel cramped. Before we even ordered, they started us with a juice shot. It was very refreshing. I ordered the pear and raspberry cocktail which was tart and delicious but way too thick. It felt more like a chunky smoothie than a juice. I ordered the grilled cheese with duck confit. I added a scotch egg on the side because how often can you order one? My girlfriend ordered the Champi which was basically the scotch egg, bread and mushrooms. Everything was delicious and the food was plentiful. My only two minor comments is that the potatoes was undersalted and the cocktail was too thick. Overall I'd come here again. read more

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The line was long but we got delicious tea so I can't complain. We didn't get the best spot, in fact we were placed in the corner, this place is best for bigger groups. I loved my pear raspberry smoothie and the Frangelico oat latte. The tofu scramble vegan brunch was honestly subpar compared with many others I've tried in Montreal, it needs more flavor love and perhaps some breakfast potatoes that aren't covered in duck fat, maybe ;) The staff was really nice but confused about what vegan means, I guess. Overall not bad, hope to see some improvements, the drinks are worth coming back for. read more

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We were visiting from NYC and was in Montreal for a few days during summer time. We were looking for a French brunch place and found Regine after researching online. It has many rave reviews. Tried to book online one day and found it was nearly impossible to reserve. Luckily I found out that half of the restaurants is reserved for walk-ins. I am so glad we went back the second day. There was a long line waiting for lunch upon arrival. Always a good sign! The location was a bit far from Montreal main, but still easy to get to. It was an amazing brunch experience. Food was fantastic and the atmosphere was chic. Our waitress was super friendly and tried her best to speak English and answered our questions. Can't sing enough praises for the food. My entire family of 5, very tough crowd to please, mind you, gave this place unequivocal thumbs up. The drinks were so yummy (we ordered the fresh fruit cocktails/came in small shot glasses). The sweet and salty food blends very well. The Cinnamon roll with caramel is out of this world! Every single dish, the flavors blend well. It passes the test of satisfying the toughest food critic: my wife! We would like to come back and definitely highly recommend this place in a heartbeat. We wish we live locally and can go back to try out all their food! read more

Very cute spot to grab a nice brunch! Be aware that on the weekends they don't take reservations so be prepared to wait for a table. Large portions very reasonable for the price. Service is very friendly. We were also given a nice sample of the cocktail of the day when we were seated. Taking 1 star away as I ordered the "gros jambon" and felt the bacon could have been crispier/more well done, but just my preference. read more

The Real Matante. Pass the front curtain ar Régine Café and you're in an authentic French bougie antique brunchfast joint, & all the hip kids are going. While sippin' on Mimosas & munchin' on Homemade hazelnut doughnut holes, Jacky got the chef's inspiration of the day: a puff pastry topped with swiss cheese, asparagus, cherry tomatoes & a sunny side up egg. On the side, caramelized bacon, special mashed potato & arugula. TA-BAR-NAC!! & not to forget their special cinnamon bun with its decadent sauce. Service was friendly & helpful, & Price is a little higher than the standard. There's No parking, the space is tight & always packed, but Jacky loved his "salut la visite" to Auntie Régine. Follow @JackyEatsMTL read more

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Loved the entire experience. I sat by the bar and got wonderful tips for which food to order by the male server. The food and service was great; Friendly staff and good service which I have to say overall is hard to find in Montreal ( from where I went as a vacationer ) My favorite part of my breakfast was the scotch egg , I have never had it before and it simply made me smile . I wish I could get it FedEx to NYC. read more

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Food here was exceptional, but be prepared to wait. I came here with my fiancé last Friday for brunch, at 11am. There was already a line. They have drinking water available outside, and occasionally someone would come out and offer bite size of their cinnamon buns while we waited. I thought that was super sweet and thoughtful. Although I do think they can be more efficient with seating people quicker. We waited about 45 mins, but for at least 15 mins there was an empty table for 2. Guess what, we ended up sitting there. They could've seated us 15 mins earlier. Not sure what the hold up was for. Aside from the unorganized seating, service was great. The staff was super attentive. On another note, yelp currently say they don't take reservations but I saw a lot of people going in with reservations. read more

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Amazing service and the food is exceptional. Love the chocolat and bf loves le gros jambon! Duck fat potatoes are amazing! read more

Régine Café - Le chocolat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Dès que vous franchissez la porte chez Régine Café et que vous remarquez le décor, le caractère haut de gamme de cet établissement est clair. Ce qui est ensuite confirmé par la qualité des éléments du menu et d'un service authentique et exemplaire. Vos papilles gustatives seront effleurées par des mets créatifs et délicieux qui vous amèneront à en vouloir plus. read more

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I was treated to brunch here by a friend for my birthday. It was in the middle of the week in July, however, there was still a 10-20 minute lineup at the entrance. I have to admit, I was impressed by the decor and ambiance of Regine Cafe. As soon as I entered, all my senses were delighted: the aroma of baked goods and eggs benedict filled my nostrils; my eyes were drawn to the upscale and opulent adornments that decked out the restaurant, etc. The waiter was very friendly and courteous. She provided service with tact. The menu was also very creative: they offer imaginative drinks and breakfast/brunch items. I personally ordered a latte and a "croquette" (which is a salmon cake, with yogurt tartar sauce, poached egg, and greens). Both items were delectable. All in all, it was a great experience. If you want to pamper yourself, or impress a date, this is a great choice! You won't be disappointed by the food, and the atmosphere is very easy on the eyes. read more

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One of my new favourite brunch spots! I've been meaning to try this place for ages but the lines on the weekend are very long (and for good reason!). Finally the opportunity came up to go to brunch on a Monday. Service was prompt and polite and the interior is so cozy. They have a great menu and it was difficult to decide which dish to pick. I went for the sandwich, which consisted of scrambled eggs, avocado, tomato and caramelized mushrooms and onions on a homemade brioche bun. It came with fruit and mashed potatoes. It was delicious! I also ordered a cappuccino, which was excellent and they bring a complimentary juice of the day. Today was a freshly squeezed basil, pineapple and passion fruit juice. I definitely want to go back to try so many other dishes, I think its worth waiting in line! read more

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Our visit to Regine Cafe while on vacation in Montreal was an experience worth doing at least once. When we arrived at 11:15am on Saturday, there was a line around the corner of the block, but we decided to wait it out based on the reviews and pics from Yelp. We waited about 45 minutes in line (the restaurant provided rosemary citrus water during our wait). Once we were admitted we were taken straight to our table which was ready and gave an excellent view of the interior. Immediately we recieved a small shot of Basil, Raspberry, and Strawberry juice, which was very refreshing. Our server (Liliane) immediately introduced herself and asked if we preferred English (which we appreciated as we don't speak very much French), the menus are in both languages too. We ordered a Latte and an Espresso which came quickly and were excellent. We ordered the Chic Croissant and the Gaufre & Canard, along with Crumpets and Bacon Jam. The Crumpets were okay, a bit dense and thick for my tastes. Should be a bit more bread-like, less like a biscuit and thinner. Bacon jam was flavorful but simple. I had the Gaufre & Canard. The duck confit and corn waffle combination was decadent with each part executed with skill. The waffle could have been slightly more crisp, which would help it stand up a little more under the other ingredients, but as a whole the dish was excellent. My wife had the Chic Croissant which was also good and well executed. read more

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***6 stars again! And another 6 for the host*** After my positive experience at Cafe Régine last time, I decide to go back again when I visit Montreal again! I made a reservation on Wednesday at 12pm, but our table is not yet ready despite we had made the reservation. The host was extremely apologetic and came to us frequently with the update of our table. He was so gracious and brought us water and their famous brioche while we wait. After when we got our table, the host brought us another treat, home made raspberry donuts (see pic). This is what I call service in which other high end establishment cannot compare. To the host, reading this review, "Merci beaucoup!" Our brunch meal was perfect, everyone in my party loves their dish. Will definitely come back again, "a bientot, a la prochaine!" read more

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More of a 4.5 than a 4. The ham was the only low point, everything else was great. The sucre à la crème with the french toast was wild. The bacon, delicious. In the pastries, the roll and crumpets were great but the scone changed my life forever. It all came super cutely packaged through skip the dishes. The order even included a playlist link, they're really looking out for you. read more

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