Chez Potier - Épicerie gourmande

We’d been wanting to visit Chez Potier for quite some time, and we finally had the chance to stop by — it was absolutely worth it. The moment you walk in, you can tell this is a place that takes pride in what it offers. The display counters are beautifully arranged, showcasing an impressive selection of high-end pastries and baked goods that look as good as they taste. The bakery section, in particular, is wonderful. Everything feels refined and crafted with care, from the presentation to the textures. The lemon tart stood out as truly exceptional — perfectly balanced between sweetness and tartness, with a delicate crust that melts in your mouth. The staff were friendly and professional, adding to the pleasant atmosphere. The space itself is clean, elegant, and inviting — you can easily see why it’s so well-regarded. Overall, Chez Potier offers a refined yet welcoming experience, perfect for anyone who appreciates quality pastries and attention to detail. We’ll definitely be back.

Tried their mille-feuille — it was really good! They have so many pastry options and everything looks delicious. You can also find lots of French products like Dammann teas, Isigny butter, and honey… Prices are definitely on the high side, but it’s such a cute new spot worth visiting!

Just purchased some great cheese, baguette, and a dessert. I also purchased a terrible Quebec pinot noir wine. The reputation of this shop is very high so when a clerk suggested that this wine was really good I decided to buy it. Be warned! Looks like it is more about making sales then to provide honest customer advice. A manager needs to remind the staff that when they push a certain product, their own good name is at risk. She told me « it’s not a grand cru but it is a great wine for the price range ». Well, I just wasted $35 because I could not even finish a single glass. I’m not blaming the wine. Terrible service.

Staff was so kind, allowed me to practice my French rather than switching to English upon hearing my accent. The store was very cool, so many different international delicacies. NOLA Cheesecake (photo) was délicieux! Fresh with citrus flavors and nice sweetness coming from the white chocolate outer layer. Somehow this dessert managed to be light and creamy and pack a flavor-punch all at the same time. So many different crunchy and smooth textures too. YUM!!!! Side note-yes there is a grapefruit slice on top; I do not like grapefruit and I LOVED this dessert.

Amazing pastry place that doubles up as a fancy gourmet store, possibly one of the best croissant in Montreal, coffee is fine. Interior decoration is a little dark, good service overall.

Chez Potier is not your average café—this place *levels up* the pastry experience in every way. The moment you walk in, you feel the refined yet welcoming vibe that sets the tone for what’s to come. It’s a beautifully curated space that blends the elegance of a European pastry boutique with the warm charm of a local favorite. The pastry selection is nothing short of stunning—each piece genuinely looks like a work of art. I tried their in-house hot chocolate and was impressed by the rich flavor. You can really taste the quality cocoa, though I personally would’ve preferred it less frothy and a touch darker. That said, it was still a delight to sip. I paired the hot chocolate with a strawberry cream pastry that showcased real craftsmanship. It featured four distinct layers: a silky vanilla cream on top that was absolutely decadent, followed by a refreshing middle layer of strawberry accented with fresh mint, and finished with a touch of fresh strawberry on the side. The base was a little firmer and drier than I’d like, but it didn’t take away from the overall flavor, which was still thoughtfully composed and delicious. Service here deserves a shoutout—attentive, knowledgeable, and warm. Their recommendations were spot-on, and it’s clear they take pride in what they do. Beyond pastries and coffee (which is in-house brewed, by the way), they offer a selection of fine European goods including Italian delicacies, French products, truffle oil, and even caviar. Chez Potier has a lot to offer and then some. I’m already looking forward to going back and trying more. A must-visit for pastry lovers, café connoisseurs, or anyone looking to indulge in a little edible art.

There is almost no bakery in the city that is not good. But I believe this was the best cannele I had. It was not freshly baked when I ate it but it was still really good. These beautiful morsels as far as I know are easy to screw up but are so good. And the matcha strawberry cake in the back was also really good.

It was hard to choose a pastry with so many tempting options, but I ended up with the Carre Dore Signature and an oat milk latte—both were delicious! Prices are reasonable, and there’s a great variety of unique gift items, like different types of salts. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. A fantastic spot all around!

The staff is super nice. A clean bakery with tasty pastries! Try the chocolates and croissants.

We dropped by Chez Potier to pick up some bouche de noels as well as some potential gifts. Walking in, it's not a very large place, but it seems to have a variety of items from teas to cakes and pastries to fridged goods as well as wines etc. The cakes we did get were not too bad! I'm not sure how much they cost as I wasn't the one who purchased them but they were impressive. I would hope to try out their other pastries and other goods one day. But if you're looking for some food items to potentially gift of even try. Definitely a spot to check out.

Beautiful French pastries and croissants. Nice clean ambiance. Service was ok. Sandwiches are ok. Needs a panini press though.

Such a fun place to feast at and shop at. Their deserts are all baked fresh on site and coffee is amazing. I would love to go back.

Great cafe with yummy lattes. Service was friendly. Croissants (not pictured) were delicious!

Clean, wonderful service in the old port. See below for food review: Croissant (my favorite food): incredible-extremely flakey and buttery. IMO you should need to vacuum after eating a perfect croissant and this was it! Cookie: I can't remember the name but it's the one with hazelnut and chocolate with salt. Another 10/10 for me. Extremely buttery, a little crunchy on the ends (which I prefer) but so so so soft and gooey on the inside. Latte: another delicious choice except the only milk alternative they have is oat milk but I personally think it makes for a better latte than other milk alternatives!

My absolute favourite place to grab Sunday morning breakfast treats. I've been to Chez Potier about 15 times now and everything I've tried has been amazing. My initial visits were to pick up scones and croissant. They have the best Almond Croissant I've ever tried: flaky, sweet and crunchy, it's indescribably delicious. Since man can't live on croissant alone, I quickly branched out to sandwiches for lunch. OMG, the ham with truffle is another must try as is the pork sandwich. The bread is so fresh and toasty with plenty of premium ingredients. Make sure you have them warm it up for you! They have a wide selection of gourmet ingredients: pasta, sauces, sliced meats and cheeses, and fantastic desserts. They also have some nice looking "ready to heat" appetizers and main dishes. The space is currently set up for take away only so plan accordingly. BTW, the staff are all super friendly and helpful. Wow I LOVE this place!!!