Really nice bright and friendly breakfast/lunch emporium, that is rapidly expanding across Montreal and beyond. Mom and Pop have become CEO and President of a successful resto chain. Congrats!
Relaxed atmosphere belies the bee hive activity in the kitchen as it turns out the multitude of pancakes, waffles, French toast and crepes, with a load of fresh fruit, English cream, and bottomless cup of coffee. I ordered the Rainbow Pancakes, consisting of 5 six inch diameter pancakes piled high with cut fruit, and a small cup of semi-sweet cream. The table syrup was not maple, which was an extra charge. While including the national pride maple syrup gratis would be a great touch, I can forgive them given the cost is more dear than diamonds. The coffee was fine, if non-descript.
I could not finish my breakfast, which is rare for me. I enjoyed the free wifi and the friendly banter with the easily bilingual waitress.
No wonder Ben and Florentine are growing. They provide solid food and fair prices, with a friendly face.