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What guests say about Le Toasteur Villeray

Le Toasteur Villeray is appreciated for its tasty brunches, coffee, generous portions, and frequently changing menu. The atmosphere is generally warm, and the service is often described as friendly and welcoming. However, several reviews mention long waits to be seated and to receive dishes, especially when it is busy. It is a good choice if you have time and are looking for a quality brunch, but less ideal if you are in a hurry.

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Reviews / Ratings for Le Toasteur Villeray

Photo of Joshua S
21 Jul 2026
Source: Google
1.7

I was visiting Montreal as a tourist, On my last day I visited this restaurant, firstly it was a 30 almost 40? minute wait to just get seated which is more than most restaurants but I figured I would give it a wait. After the time frame hit we were seated and the restaurant was over crowded and it was quite honestly hard to hear my friends. We placed our orders and waited quite awhile to receive what I deemed a pretty simple set of orders. At the end the debit machine did not give me an option for tipping so I entered in my own amount to my embarrassment the waiter made a big fuss about the amount and shamed me in front of my friends and patrons. It was an embarrassing situation that made me feel awful. To correct my mistake my friends were kind enough to tip extra to make up for my tip and yet the waiter was still very rude. He ruined the whole experience and I will never recommend this restaurant to any friends or family who visit.

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Photo of Ace
20 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

I went here this weekend, and everything was absolutely delicious and authentic. Everyone was so kind and thoughtful. I ordered the Pain Doré plate, which came with homemade fruit compote, a fresh salad with watermelon, and oven-baked potatoes + cappuccino along with a freshly pressed orange and grapefruit juice, and both were excellent. I usually take photos to include with my reviews, but the food was so good and I was enjoying the moment so much that I completely forgot! I highly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back.

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Photo of Jade
18 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We love getting brunch here. There is usually a wait time, especially during busy hours, but we just go for a walk until we receive a text that our table is ready. The service is always great, and if you want to tip 15% just add both tax amounts together (TPS + TVQ). The iced matcha is good, and hot lavender latte is great. I always take the sandwich and my girlfriend takes pancakes :)

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Photo of Larbi Benallal
9 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

I rarely leave reviews, but this place absolutely deserves one. Easily one of the best brunch spots I've been to. The service stood out from the moment we arrived. Our server, a young dude with tattoos, was very friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to walk us through the menu and ask questions about the drink preferences without making us feel rushed. The rest of the team was just as attentive, including a young English guy and a woman with short blonde hair, who were checking in, refilling our water, and making sure everything was perfect. It's refreshing to feel looked after instead of having to flag someone down. The atmosphere is warm, clean, and inviting. The second floor, in particular, has the cozy feel of sitting in someone's kitchen, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and comfortable. Most importantly, the food was outstanding. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The iced latte was especially excellent. I'll definitely be coming back and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone looking for a great brunch.

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Restaurant response
Response added on 17 Jul 2026
It is lovely to read that you have noticed our attention to client experience and ambiance; we put a lot of efforts into elevating our dining experience, even as a brunch place. Warmed, not rushed, attentive is very much what we are aiming for. Looking forward to see you again, -The Toasties
Photo of Gavin Harmacy
29 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Fantastic brunch menu. Well thought out meals and local produce. Their lattes are also very good. Well done and a must if in Montreal!

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Photo of Matthias Adib
28 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

love the place has a good vibe and good chill music. Food is delicious and the waiters are very polite and respectful

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Photo of Daniel A
27 Jun 2026
Source: Google
4.7

I've always loved this breakfast spot, the food is really good although the wait can be a little long at times. I just find it unfortunate that they apply 18% as a minimum tip on their machine. I know one can change it but we all know we look cheap in front of the employees and anyone at our side when doing that. Not a fan of restaurants applying this trick. I'll bring it back to 5 stars if they change it eventually.

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Photo of Sammi Proulx
31 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

A must go for breakfast & brunch Never disappoints My go to spot in MTL Food is always on point Staff are so chill

Photo of Zaria Holland
26 May 2026
Source: Google
3.7

we really love it here! the atmosphere is super cute and cozy, feels completely different from your generic brunch spot. ordered a hot chocolate and it was served HOTTT which was perfect. food is also really superior and full of flavor.. tiny downside is that it can get pretty packed on weekends but we would def come back cause the experience is actually great

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Photo of Jasmine Palotas
21 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Please read! If you are the owners please read! My first visit here was excellent, which is exactly why I chose to come back and support a local business. Unfortunately, this second visit highlighted serious issues with professionalism, attention to detail, and listening. I was served by two staff members: a young woman wearing a Bad Bunny shirt who took my food/drinks order, and a young man with brown hair who handled drinks and table interactions. Both were polite, but politeness does not make up for repeated service failures. To be very clear: I ordered an iced matcha latte and a cappuccino. Word for word. What was made was an iced latte, which is not the same drink. This wasn’t a misunderstanding — it was a failure to listen. Being pleasant is not a substitute for accuracy. The same issue happened with my food. I ordered the breakfast poutine and clearly specified bacon only, no sausage. I even corrected the server (young woman) when it was briefly misinterpreted as “extra bacon.” Despite this, the dish arrived with sausage — more sausage than bacon. At that point, after multiple errors, I did not feel comfortable sending the order back again. I also noticed that I was not the only table they made mistakes with. What made this more frustrating is that the order was verbally repeated back to me, yet still executed incorrectly. If mistakes are common, orders need to be written down. Repeating an order incorrectly and then serving the wrong item shows a lack of care. There was also a communication issue. The male server repeatedly responded to me in French even after I consistently spoke in English and made it clear I was more comfortable being served in English. Montréal is a bilingual city, and responding in the customer’s language is basic service etiquette. After several instances, this became irritating and unprofessional. Overall, the staff was friendly, but friendliness without accuracy and professionalism is not enough. If any of these staff members are in management roles, that is especially concerning. I hope ownership takes this feedback seriously, because based on my first visit, this place can do much better.

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Photo of Mabel Pitt
21 May 2026
Source: Google
4.0

I tried this cozy brunch spot a few days ago on my own and really liked the aesthetic inside. I ordered the pancakes which was super fluffy and delicious, and the coffee tasted great too. The service was a little slow since the place was packed, but the staff was super welcoming and gave great service anyway.

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Photo of Émile Sopkowe
16 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Veggie breakfast poutine of my dreams.

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Photo of Wally M
13 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

This was a solid dining experience all around. The process of placing an order was simple, the staff were courteous and welcoming, and the food was very good. The atmosphere made the visit even more enjoyable. I would gladly return again.

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Photo of Frannie Napier-Keeling
8 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

delish! i had the halloumi sandwich on bagel and it was great, really enjoyed the potatoes as well. i was delighted by the extensive vegan + gf menu! a little on the expensive side, but they seem to source a lot of ingredients locally. plus the service was so friendly and the location was beautiful, so it's a great spot for a special occasion. i don't know if they do reservations, but for weekend brunch it gets pretty packed so i recommend arriving early. i will be going back soon :))

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Restaurant response
Response added on 12 May 2026
Hello and thank you for your extensive reviews and cheers! We do a lot of work in-house and take no short cut on product choices, unlocking a quality vegan menu, gluten free options and a deep knowledge of our menu to advise with confidence our vast "allergies" clientele, but it might result a little pricier items that we wish we could settle on. Regarding the reservations, we function with a text message line-up system that allows you to come by the restaurant, put your name on the list if the waiting time we estimate suits you and then, go for a walk, play with the kids at the near-by corner or wait for your friends sipping a drink in the fresh air. Thank for you visit in hope to see more of you, - The Toasties.
Photo of Shawn Murray
19 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Super cozy spot with a simple curated menu to maximize quality of dishes over selection, mimosas are excellent. Coffee (flat white and Moca are also excellent) Importante heads up to keep in mind. If you didn't reserve, be prepared to wait outside between 15-45 minutes depending on how packed it is(we luckily did not have to we arrived at the perfect time and another pair had canceled last minute allowing us to only wait 5 minutes) The service is solid and quick, but the wait on the food was between 20 to 35 minutes, if you are in a hurry maybe not ideal. The team is good, the food is good, experience overall 80%/100% solid

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Photo of Lou H.
15 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food here is excellent. Definitely a notch above most breakfast chains. And they now have gluten-free bread yay. The people are super friendly. It's a bit noisy but well worth the visit. It's nice also that they have an upstairs seating area as well as an outdoor terrace for summer.

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Opening hours

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  • Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Monday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Thursday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Friday 08:00 - 15:00
  • Saturday 08:00 - 15:00

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