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| - My husband was on business @ Montreal, and dined in this cafe. Since we prefer a vegan diet, he thought this would be a convenient place for us to grab some light supper before the movies. The location is great: close and convenient to many downtown points of interest and shopping on St. Catherine's street. It's very easy to get to, including via the La Ville Souterraine. Second story placement allows for a good vantage point for people watching, too!
That is if you stay longer, and enjoy the food. This is not your typical American-style, over-the-top, too-much-food type of a buffet: the choices are still sufficient but more health-wise, primarily vegetarian-style, with one or two chicken options thrown in. I took a little bit of numerous options, to try out the tastes and flavors: peppery pâté, avocado in creamy vinaigrette, kasha babka, vegan chili, Mexican stew with saitan, all paired with house red wine. No room for sweets.
Overall the food was enjoyable, though some dishes were distinctly more salty than others. There are plenty of fresh veggies to make-your-own-salad, and numerous dessert selections. They offer choices of beers and wines, as well as juices and plain water. Our total for two was higher than I expected, but I justified it with high taxes charged in Canada.
The dining area is light, spacious, pleasantly decorated. But the quality of cooking would make this a "maybe" as a return dining destination.
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