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What guests say about Alfred Café Buvette Griffintown

The café is often appreciated for its cozy atmosphere, original decor, and relaxed vibe, with staff often described as welcoming and kind. Many customers also like the quality of the coffee, drinks, and some dishes, but find the prices a bit high. Some reviews do mention slow or disorganized service, noise, and rules that are seen as bothersome for using a computer. Experiences therefore seem quite variable depending on the time and expectations.

Summary based on 55 reviews.

Reviews / Ratings for Alfred Café Buvette Griffintown

Photo of MD Saju Mia Saju
8 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

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Photo of Andrada
6 Jun 2026
Source: Google
4.5

Super cute place, vintage-looking and I believe it used to be a Le Dep? Coffee is delicious however we saw a tiny mouse inside the coffee shop so we had to go🥹

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Photo of Sho B
5 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

10/10 atmosphere

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Response added on 8 Jun 2026
Hi Sho! Thank you for taking time to give us a review! Come see us again soon! ✨
Photo of Stewart Busch
5 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Beautiful (and tasty) beverages served in a cozy corner cafe slightly removed from the touristy areas.

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Response added on 8 Jun 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed our cozy atmosphere and beverages. Hope to welcome you back again soon.😊
Photo of Rebecca Hao
30 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Wonderful place, good coffee, crazy good playlist

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Response added on 1 Jun 2026
Hi Rebecca! We are happy that you loved our coffee and playlist. We hope to see you back again soon! 😁
Photo of Amir Alipour
26 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Cozy, nice staff, good menu. If you want good vibes with friends, come visit here. You’ll definitely come a second time after!

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Photo of Jessica Purvis-Johnston
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Warm atmosphere, friendly service and delicious drinks and food.

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Response added on 25 May 2026
Thank you for your review Jessica! We're glad you loved our location. See you soon :)
Photo of Lotzy Dreyer
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The atmosphere is beautiful! The staff does so much at once. They are very friendly and helpful. I really missed the variety section they had before when it was LPD, with keychains and Montreal souvenirs... now I only found a few at the register. Otherwise, the Dirty Chai was exquisite.

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Response added on 25 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words Lotzy! 😊 We’re really happy you enjoyed the atmosphere, our team, and the Dirty Chai. We hope to see you back again soon! 😉
Photo of Salem Langlois
17 May 2026
Source: Google
4.3

Amazingly great coffee, mochas are always disappointing in taste, im guessing it's the chocolate but otherwise great cappuccinos and lattes. Good food, a tad expensive.

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Response added on 18 May 2026
Thanks for the kind words about our cappuccinos and lattes, Salem! For our mochas, we actually offer two chocolate options, our default is a darker chocolate, which may not be everyone’s preference. If you prefer something a little sweeter, just let us know next time and we’d be happy to make it with the other option. We’d also love to hear more about what missed the mark, feel free to reach out at [email protected] so we can make it right.
Photo of Lorena
8 May 2026
Source: Google
4.7

I loved the atmosphere of this place, really cool! You can choose the kind of coffee you want, but unfortunately the cappuccino was poorly prepared

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Photo of Dr JaZzZzZ
7 May 2026
Source: Google
3.0

I tried here one time, cool and fun! But another time i wanted to have a small birthday, which they didnt let us to bring a cake and they didnt have any BD cake as well. Weird. Even they replied me here in Google review that they had cakes and with reservation, we could bring cakes but unfortunately this was not what we have been told. We called and they said you cannot bring the cake with you.

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Response added on 7 May 2026
Hi Dr JaZzZzZ, We actually do offer cake and other desserts on our menu. As for outside cakes, we allow them for pre-organized group reservations and events arranged in advance. We hope to welcome you back again soon.
Photo of Abhimanyu Singh Rathore
3 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

A good place to chill and relax...good for work too

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Response added on 4 May 2026
HI Abhimanyu! It's a pleasure for us to see you found it a good place to relax! We hope to see you again soon for another visit! ✨😊
Photo of Hugo Lopez
3 May 2026
Source: Google
4.3

Nice, chill coffee with a very friendly atmosphere and unique retro decor. It's odd I couldn't see a price tag on most items and feels also odd laptops are only allowed on the 3rd level.

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Response added on 5 May 2026
Hi Hugo! Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere and our unique retro décor. Please note that laptops and tablets are allowed only on the upper floor of the building at Le Loft Café‑Coworking, a space specially designed for those who want to work in a calm and comfortable setting. 😊
Photo of Rahima Doualeh
2 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

My new fav place. Love the coffee, energy and aesthetic!

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Response added on 4 May 2026
Hi Rahima! Thank you so much for your review! We hope to see you back again soon! ✨
Photo of joelle el khoury
27 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

I only tried the drinks there, their matcha was good. A very nice exotic atmosphere for a solo time or a meetup with friends. Check their products they have interesting options.

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Photo of B L
25 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing atmosphere! This a neighborhood hidden gem! Thank you for a great experience!

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Response added on 27 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We hope to see you back again soon! 😊
Photo of Hamid
20 Apr 2026
Source: Google
2.3

The place is nice, although some furniture are too old and not are comfortable. It seemed the staff are not trained and the service is in a bit of mess! I ordered an omelet for my daughter and three coffees for us. It took more than 25 minutes to get the food. No spoons, no forks no napkins no nothing! (But there were some culteries on other tables). I went and grabbed those stuff from the counter. We had already finished our coffees!! The omelet came with two little tiny slices of bread I asked for more bread for my daughter, it took more than 5 minutes a gentleman came over and said I have to pay for bread!! I went to counter and paid 3.85$ and waited for another five minutes to get two very tiny slices of bread!!!! ( I still don't believe that they charge you for a slice of bread!!). The food was already cold at the time and I was amazed how they give service to customers!

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Response added on 21 Apr 2026
Hi Hamid! An omelet is not on our menu, so we’re unclear on what was ordered. We’d welcome you to reach out to us directly to clarify at [email protected] Cutlery should always be at the table before food is served, and that’s something we’re addressing with our team. Regarding the bread, extra bread is indeed an additional charge, something we’ll make sure is communicated clearly at the time of ordering so there are no surprises. We hope to have the chance to give you a better experience. 😊
Photo of Stephanie Wang
17 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

A walkable café recommended by my son—lovely setting, and the staff were both beautiful and gentle. Since it was a workday, it wasn’t crowded. I had a latte, which was rich and flavorful, and the staff warmed up the bread, making it taste even better.

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Photo of Joy Nasr
4 Apr 2026
Source: Google
2.0

The staff is pretty rude and super unwelcoming. This happened more than once

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Response added on 5 Apr 2026
Hi Joy, We’re sorry to read this. We take this type of feedback seriously and would like to better understand what happened. Could you please write to us privately at [email protected] with more details about your experience so we can look into it with the team? La Buvette du Dep
Photo of mahshad nadalian
3 Apr 2026
Source: Google
2.7

The atmosphere and the decoration is nice and it is quite big, enough space for a coffee place but their prices and the food quality doesn't match( overpriced for what you get). We were charged extra to use our laptops despite ordering food and drinks. I wouldn’t return or recommend it—there are better places to work without added fees.

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Response added on 4 Apr 2026
Hi Mahshad, We’re glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and space. Just to clarify, your experience relates to our Le Loft coworking space, which operates differently from our Buvette. To maintain a comfortable environment for those working, access is offered through a pass ($5 for 3 hours or $7 for the day), which also includes 20% off beverages. Regarding pricing and food quality, we use high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, and our pricing reflects the cost of supporting these producers and maintaining that standard. We understand this concept may not suit everyone and wish you all the best. La Buvette du Dep
Photo of Christina Tong
2 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.7

What a funky little place. Amazing avocado toast and coffee. Will be back for a glass of wine for sure!

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Response added on 3 Apr 2026
Thank you Christina for the kind words! So happy you enjoyed the avocado toast and coffee. We’d love to see you back for a glass of wine 🍷
Photo of Stéphanie Presta
2 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.7

$7 for a watery latte and when I pulled out my laptop they told me I needed to go upstairs and pay $5 an hour, no thanks. Good luck keeping this place full.

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Response added on 3 Apr 2026
Hi Stéphanie, We’re sorry to hear the latte wasn’t to your liking — we would have happily remade it for you on the spot. Regarding laptops, our upstairs space is a dedicated coworking area, which helps us maintain a comfortable environment for all guests while covering the costs associated with seating, WiFi, and workspace usage. The $5 covers 3 hrs and $7 for the day. The passes also give you a 20% discount on your drinks. We understand this may not suit everyone, and wish you all the best.
Photo of Samantha Camacho
2 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Excellent service and delicious food! Highly recommend 😊

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Response added on 6 Apr 2026
Hi Samantha ! Thank you for taking time to give us a wonderful review ! Our team is glad that you loved our food ! Looking forward to seeing you again ✨
Photo of Cityguide
27 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Oh my! This place is super loud with the music, an average of 99 dB in a café is quite loud. If you spend hours there regularly, it could strain your ears.

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Response added on 28 Mar 2026
Hi, Thank you for coming by. In the evening, we operate more as a restaurant than a café, which does come with a different atmosphere. That said, we understand that the music experience is important, and it may be more about the selection than the volume itself. We’re currently working on refining our music direction to create a more relaxed and enjoyable ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back soon La Buvette du Dep team

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Opening hours

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  • Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
  • Monday 08:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday 08:00 - 22:00
  • Friday 08:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday 08:00 - 22:00

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