Café Pista

I come here once a month for a good chat with coffee and food. The place is small but accommodating. Workers are really nice! LOVE the food. I’d personally recommend to try the Bagel Gravlax. Come early for good seats.

Very cute cafe that's surprisingly bigger inside than you might imagine. Coffee is delicious and the croissants are really good. Their no-laptop zone is also great for those looking to just chill with a book.

The hot chocolate is really tasty and the barista was lovely. Plus it’s right next to the subway station which is a good thing in this cold weather. Would go again :)

I usually order a filter coffee with a splash of oat milk. Normally filter coffee, especially in chain restaurants, is bitter crap. Take the filter coffee here. The quality and taste are superior to anything else I've tried. Had a consistent quality experience here and hope to keep coming back here. Thank you for being a bright light in a dim coffee world Pista. 🙏

Really good chain. Quality coffee and chai (the spicy Say When variety) in a nice setting. They also sell pastries. I ordered a drty chai decaf soy latte.

I visited this restaurant for the first time last Monday morning, June 9. I ordered the avocado toast on the menu. I don’t really have anything significant to say about the food. The reason I gave a 3-star rating for service and atmosphere (small space) is that I was served cold coffee and when I asked it to be reheated, to my surprise, I was told the milk was poured right out of the fridge and they couldn’t just reheat the coffee because they had no microwave! The waiter decided to use steamed milk and was obliged to put the coffee in a giant mug, making me sick after I left the restaurant because I had too much caffeine in my stomach! In addition, why was I charged $26.44 for a “tartine avocat” and a regular SMALL mug of coffee? I NEVER ordered a GIANT mug of coffee! My bad for not checking the total amount at the cash before I scanned my credit card or else, I would have asked for an explanation for sure!! I would recommend you go somewhere else where there are more breakfast options and cheaper. By the way, don’t bother checking the menu for prices online because there is no mention at all!! I don’t have money to throw away when a restaurant cannot even reheat coffee and overcharges for a simple meal which doesn’t even include coffee in the first place!

Perfect stop for a study sesh or a quick coffee. The staff is competent and friendly. The coffee and pastry tasted really good. They have many plant mills and vegan food options. I will add this place to my study spots rotation!

Very nice spot to study or work, their coffee is always good and their merch as well. The place is cute as well.

The place has really nice vibes, it has green decor all over and plenty of space to sit, talk and wait. I ordered a matcha latte and a matcha cookie, both were amazing. Both were sweet but not overwhelming and the chocolate on the cookie made every bite enjoyable. The service was quick even if they were dealing with a rush of customers coming in, the staff worked as a well oiled team. The location is also great, just outside the Beaubien metro perfect for a quick morning coffee

Great lighting, super spacious. I loved my London Fog! The barista was lovely. All good things! Also loved the matcha cookie I had mid way thru my study sesh. Got tons of work done here!

Location: On Beaubien, à few blocks east of St. Laurent. Metered street parking is available but hard to come by on weekends. The nearest subway is Beaubien. The place: Small with a few tables. I didn't stay so didn't really notice the decor. The goods: I ordered a mocha with almond milk and it was delicious and velvety and perfect . Service: Friendly and quick (I was alone). Price point: A little steep at almost $7.

Fantastic coffee and even more fantastic coffee-bike!! Café Pista was present at the festival Mode et Design and showed off their clever (and environmentally friendly!) coffee shop on wheels. The barista simply used a pedal or some sort of handle to produce mechanical energy, and then electricity for the coffee machine to work. Super cool!!

I love this coffee shop. The sandwiches and the beverages are very good. I've tried the latte, matcha latte and chai latte, all good. The breakfast sandwich and the grilled cheese are great, specially the last one. The brioche de canelle good too. Good place to bring your laptop and work.

The food here is really earthy and rich in flavor. We had to order 3 meals because it's too hard to pick on one meal per person. We came 2 times too. Arrive early because a line forms on the weekends. We love the bagel gravlax- the salmon is cured in salt as opposed to the traditional Smokey flavor NY has. We also loves the Tartine Ricotta- fresh ricotta with nuts and earthy berries. We highly recommend. Enjoy!

One of the best coffee shops in Montreal. Stylish space, friendly service and always a great latte! Can't forget to mention the delicious and classic smoked salmon bagel.

I came here to study an afternoon with my brother. I had their chai latte and really loved the little design they did on my cup. The personnel is very friendly, big smile and welcoming! I enjoyed the design of the coffeeshop, it was cozy. I also had their meal of the day, and it was super tasty !! I really liked the setting of the coffee and the two big tables. I also saw that the personnel helps people to find a place, and will ask customers to move their belongings if they are taking too much place on a table for example. Location is very convenient, easily accessible by bus, metro and car (street parking was easy to find). Noise level was perfect to work too.

This place is beautiful, as all the other reviewers said. The coffee is amazing, smokey, a bit sour, and deliciously succulent. I had a very good cappuccino, and linger a bit longer than I should, to write. The sitting area internet was fast, and the seating area had a good amount of computer plugs. Would return to work and enjoy a coffee with friends :).

Came here to find a nice place to work a bit before a practice in the afternoon. First impressions: the outside was super cute, painted a light turquoise (my favourite colour!) - when I walked in, the space was a lot bigger than I expected, and it was quite busy for a Monday afternoon. There were both people chatting and working, and I don't remember exactly what music was playing, but it was relaxing and good for studying. I think it may have been jazz? There was great natural lighting near the front of the cafe, and there was an entire back section/room with small tables. After ordering an americano, I picked a bar stool facing the window and got work. Maybe it was the coffee, or maybe it was the atmosphere, but I got a lot of work done. Super enjoyable afternoon here!

We ended up stopping here randomly on our last day in Montreal. I saw it across the street from the Metro and told my partner we should pop in because it sounded familiar. Well, I'm so thankful that we did. Because this was likely the best cafe we went to while we were here. Not only did it have the best vibes and was the most Instagramable. It also had great coffee and delicious food. Are you as shocked as I am? I know, it seems like this combination is unheard of. The entire cafe is split into three different sections: the front half which asks for no laptops between certain hours. The one back half, which has a communal table of sorts. And then the second back half, which has individual tables. These two back halves are totally available for laptops at all hours, so feel free to work there. I totally got a California vibe here with the white, blue and green palette. The cafe also has big windows and a large patio in the front, so depending on what you crave, you can enjoy kinds of vibes. The cafe operates as a multi-roaster and on this day, they were serving Kittel as a filter roast. It was served extra hot and was brewed just right. I also ended up ordering an iced latte and it was a bit frothy and so wonderfully made. The food here was well made and really good. Best part: the prices weren't totally outrageous. I ended up ordering a smoked salmon bagel ($12) which came with a side salad. My partner ended up ordered avocado toast with a fried egg ($11). We both left feeling quite full and loved how fresh everything was. Really wish we had something like this in Toronto. The cloest thing I can think of is Baddies, but Baddies doesn't have wifi. Until then, I'll just dream of the next time I can visit Cafe Pista.

I went here with my friend for brunch, and the cafe is adorable. She got the croissant dej sandwich and I ordered the tartine avocat with a poached egg. My tartine wasn't spectacular, but it was good! What I really like about this place is the atmosphere - it's not too noisy, has no wait and it serves great coffee. There is also a cute separate study/workspace that I suggest checking out.

Cute cafe with lots of drink options & bites. I had the chai latte with almond milk and the ovo toast which was scrumptious. The cafe is really pretty and clean, near the metro which is always a plus. Highly recommend

This café is always crowded, from early morning to late afternoon, and super super hyped! It's next to Beaubien station, The extremity of the vibrant Mile End, and Cafe Pista is located inside a stylish house on Beaubien street. Several façades of the café are made of panoramic glass, so it offers a great amount of light inside. The tables inside the cafe are really close to each other, but even then, it's hard to find a spot to sit since it's so busy. Their coffee is good and really well known too, along with their very cute avocado toast made with colourful ingredients. I like the tasteful decoration inside the cafe and the beautiful plants that adorn the space, but my biggest complaint is the lack of space, which discourages me to go there, even during the week.

I went there to study with a friend. The decor is cite anhas a nice and cozy atmosphere and nice lighting. The noise level is lioe background buzz, not too loud nor distracting. The shop isn't too busy around noon, but in the afternoon it suddenly gets full. The food is aesthetic and delicious. I got the croissant dej while my friend got the grilled cheese. We both got a flat white, but with different beans. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.

New coffee shops have been opening every other week on every other corner in the neighborhood, and that's not a bad thing. But how does one differentiate themselves? Café Pista has a winning formula: - Perfect shots using Kittel's excellent coffee expertly prepared on a beautiful Synesso Slayer machine - Great food (you've got to try the breakfast croissant, its sublime!), and great pastries by Dave Plante - Beautiful decor - Friendly staff - Convenient location, a few steps from the Beaubien station I will be back for sure!

A cute little cafe with excellent service. Unfortunately, my friend and I showed up past 3pm and the kitchen was closed. So we grabbed a seat by the windows and enjoyed a really good cup of chai latte. The cafe itself is quite tiny but cozy. Many people on their laptops studying so we kept our voices down but it was an enjoyable experience nonetheless. Definitely going back to try some food next time.

Delicious coffee, teas, and breakfast. Came most days while visiting Montreal for either a coffee pit-stop or sit-down coffee and breakfast.

Avocado tartine is delicious. Add cortado to it, and here is the perfect way to start your day! Enjoy!

beautiful space, and lovely coffee. very aromatic and strong. the service is amazing and the prices are good. highly recommend!

Cute cafe next to Beaubien metro. Love the style and design of the place. The barrista was extremely friendly and dealt with one of my friend's complicated order very professionally. I would go there for any occasion: work, study, read, date, or catch-up with friends.

This review is not based on the coffee or the food, because I haven't tried those yet, so admittedly it's pretty limited, but I had a lovely tea and enjoyed the various seating options that felt intimate and also open to schemes. The decor is totally lovely and the colours are soothing and inspiring. The location is great, right by Beaubien metro. Most importantly, the people working there have such nice smiles and are so kind the their regulars.

Skip the instagram pics and focus on the cookies, banana bread, and phenomenal coffee. They have a fantastic selection of beans for sale too. This is one hell of a coffee shop.

Made for all the Instagrammers, bloggers, 'content creators' blah blah blah - this place is straight up pretty. Gorgeous interior work aside, the coffee is pretty darn nice as well. Served up on ice and black is how I like it and the flavour wasn't too strong but punchy enough give you the hit you need. The best part about Pista is the ceiling. Look up. See gold.