Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Laval

"Take one of the infamously good breakfast sandwiches to go, or really anything from the extensive menu. Takeout only for now, but delivery is in the works."

"This happening lunch spot in the heart of Old Montreal serves up sandwiches and salads galore, but their ever-impressive pastry counter is worth its weight in gold for its cartloads of cookies, croissants, brownies, brioche, and more. Chocoholics are encouraged to try their killer chocolate cookies; the dough itself has dark chocolate melted into it, to which bittersweet, milk, and white chocolate chips are then stirred in."

"An Old Montreal restaurant doing breakfast and lunch incalculable justice throughout the week, this one got popular like a bat out of hell. Be it the regular menu or its weekend brunch, Dyan Solomon’s offerings might seem run-of-the-mill at first glance, but everything here is immaculately tasty enough to draw long lines. Just be sure not to pass up the baked goods for a post-brunch snack."

"Beloved restaurant Perles and Paddock of Griffintown decided to use their spectacular space (they opened in an old garage and their unique decor caught the attention of the “Bar & Restaurant Design Awards” in London) for a “new restaurant concept” during the day : a coffee shop. Now open all day/evening, it is possible to enjoy Perles and Paddock whenever we want. Serving specialty coffees (Zab Roasters), pastries, sandwiches and salads from morning to late afternoon, P&P goes back to its original concept, a sit down restaurant, at night."

"Romantic restaurants are all about the food and the ambiance, but an oft-neglected aspect is the ability to communicate. After all, what’s the point of a dinner date if you can’t hear the person across the table from you?. The owners of Perles et Paddock designed their space with that in mind, and it checks all the requisite boxes of stellar food and beverages."

"The emminently fancy Griffintown restaurant is up and flying with menus that would make any couchbound Montrealer blush. Ordering here makes it easy to turn an average weekday into something special. Menus for two—or three, or four—run from ribs to pasta to elegant fish dishes."

"At Crew Collective & Cafe, you can dine, sip coffee and stay a while… you’ll want to in a space like this!. Located at the old 20’s era Royal Bank headquarters, this is not your average cafe: it boasts 50 foot vaulted ceilings, seating for 100 and an abundance of additional coworking space for its members. Voted by Forbes as one of the top 5 most beautiful coworking spaces in the world, Crew also operates a fully equipped kitchen to prepare fresh and delicious meals that can be served to you as you work!"

"A grand marble staircase ushers visitors into this café and co-working space, which has assumed quarters in the former command post of the Royal Bank of Canada in Old Montreal. Neoclassical ornate meets startup sleek as teleworkers charge up at Wi-Fi and outlet-equipped stations with Dispatch and Traffic Coffee Club brews under brass chandeliers and 50-foot-tall vaulted ceilings. Come for the mobile made-to-order drips, espressos and house-made tea elixirs, stay for the old-world opulence."

"Located in the heart of the Old Port, this elegant and spacious café is the result of a comprehensive repurposing of the Royal Bank Tower hall. The café offers plenty of stylish, old-world glamour for those looking to study or work. Expect a combination of single desks and conference tables, plus an impressive range of fresh food, sweet treats and solid coffee."

"Cafe Myriade co-owner Anthony Benda was among the first to open a third-wave coffee shop in Montreal, and the rotation of roasters includes Chicago’s Intelligentsia, Dartmouth’s Anchored Coffee, and the local Saint-Henri Micro-Torréfacteur. Clearly something's working; in The Art of Living According to Joe Beef: A Cookbook of Sorts, chefs David McMillan and Frederic Morin say, “Wake up, jump in a cab, and head to Cafe Myriade for breakfast and some of the city’s best coffee.” Loud music and a great mix of people make for an irresistible vibe; it's also centrally located near restaurants, shops, and metro stops in the heart of downtown."

"Café Myriade has a couple of locations throughout Montreal and was one of the original players in Montreal’s specialty coffee scene. Using blends from Canadian roasters, Café Myriade offers some of the best coffees that Canadian beans have to offer. Start your day with a bright and fresh cappuccino here or for something stronger, their espressos are great as well."

"Anthony Benda is as responsible as anyone for Montreal's contemporary independent café scene, founding this café in 2008 — he has sold the business now, but not before adding an outlet in Club Monaco's flagship downtown Montreal store, and one more up on the Plateau."

"If you’re a fan of books and coffee (and want something other than sitting at Starbucks in Indigo) you’ll fall in love with Chez l’Éditeu. It’s a cultural, creative and modern space where you can relax with a book in one hand and a coffee in the other. It’s owned and operated by Québécois publishing house Québec Amérique, in conjunction with communications firm Roy & Turner."

"Numerous ice cream parlours in Montreal offer one or a couple of options for vegans or lactose intolerant people. Hoche Glacé stands out because of its numerous kinds of vegan frozen desserts. A real paradise for vegans, this place serves soft and hard ice cream, sundaes, tornadoes, blizzards, and even frozen yogourt without milk products."

"Hochelaga is home to Montreal’s first wholly vegan ice cream spot, doing entirely dairy free soft serve, scoops, sundaes, and even ice cream sandwiches for dogs — made with substitutes like coconut or rice milk."

"An institution on Sherbrooke and set just opposite the leafy Notre Dame de Grâce Park, Café Shaika is well known for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty food and alcohol choices. The terrace also offers nice views of the café’s storied neighborhood. With a reputation for evening musical and spoken-word performances, it also makes for a fine study spot during the day, with well-priced meal deals, extensive seating and rapid access to downtown universities via the major arteries of Rue Sherbrooke’s bus lanes and nearby Vendôme metro station."

"You’ll also want to walk down the charming street of St. Paul Street, with its cobblestoned streets and charming façades. While walking down St. Paul Street, you won’t be able to miss the stunning Bonsecours Market, which has been around since 1847 and looks straight out of Vienna or Paris. While the market is a beautiful building, there isn’t too much going on inside — just a few overpriced boutiques aimed at fat-walleted tourists, namely: probably not us, if you’re reading this budget Montreal guide. Don’t fret, though — Montreal is home to plenty of other markets with far more energy and life (and better on the wallet) that I’ll show you later on in this Montreal itinerary."

"Leaving the Notre Dame, follow Rue Saint-Sulpice south to Rue Saint-Paul, one of Quebec’s oldest streets. Situated in the heart of the city’s Old Town district, the street was named after the city’s first governor, Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve. The cobblestone-paved street is lined with historic buildings and serves as a spot where you can immerse yourself in the lively old city vibe. Check out the multitude of restaurants, bars, and cafes; admire the old Chapel; or visit the public market."

"One of the best parks in Montreal, Jarry Parc isn’t one to be missed. A pool, a pond, and sports complexes as well as a large open area for other activities!. Jarry Park is one of the best and most frequented of all the parks in Montreal, this constantly packed park has everything you want."

"Jarry Park is a beautiful urban park located in the east-end of Montreal. It’s a great spot for basketball and soccer and has plenty of coffee outlets and restaurants to keep you quenched and well fed during your stay. It’s also oozing with history."

"It’s worth the trip off the island to give this DIX30 ice cream parlour a try. The options are endless and patrons insist this is the absolute best ice cream in town."

"A post shared by Keara Johnston (@kearajohnston) on May 18, 2017 at 10:40am PDT. This retro donut shop in Saint-Henri has been serving up mouthwatering artisanal donuts for years. Their Instagram-worthy creations range from lime coconut and maple bacon, to dark chocolate mousse and raspberry cream cheese.Where: 640 Courcelle St"

"Maybe your date isn’t a fancy pants and those chic French pastries just wouldn’t impress him or her much. In that case, go the donut route. Not just any type, but artisan ones, hand made in front of you in an open kitchen."