Café Lara

8762 Rue Lajeunesse, Montréal, QC H2M 1R6, Canada
+1 438-889-2070
$$$ Cafe
(56 Reviews)
Price Range $1–10

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Montréal, Café Lara is a delightful haven for coffee lovers and casual diners alike. Nestled at 8762 Rue Lajeunesse, this cozy café perfectly embodies a distinct charm that invites patrons to relax, unwind, and savor the moment.

Café Lara specializes in a variety of delectable offerings, with a menu that includes mouthwatering sandwiches and a selection of artisanal desserts. The café’s standout dish is undoubtedly the vegetarian sandwich, praised for its fresh, flavorful ingredients and perfectly toasted bread, creating a satisfying bite every time. Complement your meal with their carefully crafted matcha latte—a customer favorite that’s both rich and invigorating. Each sip is a delightful experience, enveloping your senses in the harmonious balance of earthy matcha and creamy goodness.

The warm ambiance of this establishment is palpable the moment you walk in, characterized by a dim, inviting atmosphere that encourages long conversations and relaxed moments. With various comfortable seating arrangements—including cozy sofas fitted with board games—Café Lara invites you to linger a little longer, whether you're enjoying a good book or catching up with friends.

Customers rave about their experiences at Café Lara, highlighting the café's commitment to quality and customer care. Tuana Koyuncu enthusiastically recommends trying the sandwich and matcha latte, lauding their excellent taste; while Emrah Alu appreciates the cleanliness and delicious desserts that keep him coming back. Paul Achmar, an Australian coffee aficionado, declares that the barista at Café Lara has crafted some of the best coffee he's ever had, affirming it’s worth returning multiple times in a single trip. It’s this dedication to quality that ensures patrons leave with smiles on their faces and a desire to return.

The friendly staff at Café Lara, including the lovely owner Dilara, adds a personal touch to your visit, ensuring you feel welcomed from the moment you step inside. Additionally, the café is conveniently located just a stone's throw from the Cremazie metro station, making it easily accessible for both locals and travelers.

If you’re exploring Montréal and searching for a local gem that combines exceptional drinks, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere, look no further than Café Lara. With experiences that resonate with customers and a menu that delights, this is one café that will surely capture your heart.

Service options
Kerbside pickup
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Offerings
Coffee
Dining options
Dessert
Openings Hours

Monday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 07:00 PM

56 Reviews
Tuana Koyuncu

20 Sep 2025

You should definitely try the sandwich and matcha latte, excellent taste, dim atmosphere

Emrah Alu

10 Sep 2025

Their dessert and coffee are very delicious. It is very clean place. Definitely will come back again.

Paul Achmar

30 Jul 2025

I'm from Sydney, Australia, where we're spoiled for good coffee. I travel abroad a lot (including Montreal seven times) and am constantly chasing good coffee, which is so difficult to find outside of Australia. I'm not exaggerating when I say the barista at Cafe Lara has made some of the best coffee I've ever had. I've returned four times in the last three days. Firat is a cool, young, professionally trained barista. He uses "Barista" coffee beans, which I hadn't heard of before. His coffee has been consistently good - very smooth, perfect temperature, and really delicious. I drink what we call a piccolo back home (4oz single-shot latte) and he nailed it. Beyond the coffee, the staff are very friendly, the cafe sells sandwiches, salads, and desserts (I've eaten the chicken sandwich, which was great, and there are vegetarian options), the atmosphere is pleasant, they have complimentary wi-fi, and they open early and close late. There are a couple of seats outside, and inside you'll find a variety of seating options - standard dining-style tables for 2 or 4, a couch, and a couple of high tables with barstools. It's a very comfortable setting. I'm going to miss it when I leave Montreal on Monday.

Trang Ta

21 Jul 2025

cozy cafe right next to metro cremazie, delicious coffee, super friendly staff! must try if you like supporting local businesses

Derya Ayhan

11 Jul 2025

I loved this cafe the matcha was really good and their dessert was fresh and tasty (Dilara is very nice owner)

Dannie A

21 Jun 2025

Delicious coffee and homemade lemon cake. Also the owner was so nice and welcoming. Definitely coming back!

Jay Mehta

26 May 2025

Very nice cafe. We tried the Americano, Vegetarian Sandwich and Homemade Cake. Loved all of them. The homemade cake was great - soft, not sugary but delicious. Sandwich was nice - no frills, very nice bread. Coffee was great too. They have many different seating arrangements. The sofa table has a couple of games underneath the table - chess, uno, checkers etc. Nice place to hangout. Interiors were bright and it’s quite spacious. There’s street parking outside which is free but might be difficult to find. But there’s underground paid parking at the intersection nearby. Definitely recommended.

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