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Montmartre Cafe
Category: Restaurants French French [Edit]
4362 Main StVancouver, BC V5V 3P9
Neighbourhood: Riley Park
(604) 879-8111
- Hours:
Tue-Sun 5:30 pm - 12 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- No
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dessert, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Ambience:
- Romantic, Casual, Intimate
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for Montmartre Cafe
10 reviews in English
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Review from Derek W.
3/19/2012 1 Check-in Here
This place is all about the local music and Parisian vibe. Intentional, but casually so. It doesn't try too hard, and that's part of the charm. The owner is friendly, and it seems to attract plenty of French speakers. I like how the owner doesn't bug you right away to order another drink when your glass is empty. Good, mature, non-pushy waiters remind me of Paris.
Live music every night, and not at obnoxious volumes. Opens at 5:30pm, music 8-9ish, open late (10:30ish on weekdays, much later on weekends).
Also, the crepes are pretty good. Excellent presentation, buttery taste. -
Review from Justinne R.
Richmond, BC
1/5/2012 1 Check-in Here
I went here for my first live music experience. I think that the indie atmosphere really presents a great opportunity for indie artists to present themselves. It was a very nice, intimate place with retro bikes hanging from the ceiling (so cool!).
The food was okay, though the portion was a little small, and the food overpriced. I had the chocolat et orange crepe, which was small yet tasty. I also had the Charlotte drink, which was nothing special.
I was just disappointed about the cash-only policy, which was not presented on the menu. I was also not warned by the server. I had to find an ATM at 10 pm, which wasn't too far (about 10 minute-walk), yet very, very inconvenient.
I recommend this place for the live music experience. -
Review from Larry L.
10/20/2011
Very nice French cafe, local musicians performing music and great wonderfull service.
It's the atmosphere that brings this place ambiance and the character of the staff and owner and musicians that give this place a classic noteworthy Paris/Vancouver sensation.
I was here at a private party, my brothers birthday party where he and fellow musicians sang and entertained us while we dined on crepes, sweet and savoury and home style cooked food. Accompanied by Beers and a swirlfull of soulfull song.
Me likey! -
Review from Shaun L.
Vancouver, BC
10/5/2011
Good venue showcasing great talent.
As for the food, I would recommend the pizzas or the hummus appy. -
Review from Angela L.
12/2/2010
I've been here twice now, under very different circumstances. The first time I was here, it was to watch a friend perform later in the evening. It was a full house and the ambiance was very lively. I was immediately charmed by the space, which was very nostalgic and "Euro", and very well suited to an intimate show. The room is long and narrow, with some semi-secluded seating in the back for canoodling (or not). There is live music most nights, as well as spoken word performance and improv on occasion. I love that they support local musicians and artists!
The second time I visited, it was for coffee and dessert after having dinner down the street. We were the only patrons there, and it was equally as charming. Prices are reasonable, although I haven't tried any of the "real" food here (unless ice cream counts as food...which it really should). Service has been great both times I've been, and I definitely recommend Montmartre as a cozy place to grab a quiet drink earlier in the evening, or catch a live show a bit later on. They have a full bar, but the beer/wine selection isn't the greatest. To reiterate past reviews...cash only.Listed in: Dates are Great
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Review from Patrick M.
Vancouver, BC
12/4/2011
My partner and I had just finished watching The Artist (2011), a black and white, silent, French film, and wanted to keep our evening high by staying in character. Montmartre Cafe, with its rough bistro decor and casual atmosphere seemed like a great place to continue our reverie.
It was not. In short, bad, overpriced food, a horribly provincial and disrespectful (to music!) live act, bright lights from the kitchen, lackluster service.
We ordered the 'Divine' (chicken) and 'Champagion' (guess) crepes. They were doughy, bland, oversauced, with a McDonald's style side salad (iceberg lettuce!). The 'French Brie' was cheap brie sliced on a crummy bagette with old tomatoes. The drinks, thankfully, were alcoholic, which numbed our senses to the inane droning man-wanks-his-acoustic-guitar-while-making-awkward -passes-at-the-wait-staff 'talent.'
The cash only stipulation was not obvious, the nearest bank was not, and the bill was a shock.
Ugh. I feel drained just writing this, but there's just not enough on here about how egregiously bad the food is, and maybe this will encourage some reinvention (read: crepes are supposed to be thin!). -
Review from Ruby D.
Vancouver, BC
10/22/2010
Love this place. One of my favorite restaurants. The crepes are amazing. I always want to order something else, but they're so good I end up getting them every time.
The atmosphere is dark, cozy, and has a rustic french theme. Different from anywhere else in Vancouver...I think that's why I like it so much. Next time I'll have to go later so I can catch the live bands play.
PS - They accept cash only -
Review from Caelan G.
Vancouver, BC
1/27/2011
My review is in regards to ambiance and the drink menu.
A real French bistro in Vancouver. I had a kir royale and enjoyed it immensely. I went to see my friend play with his ukelele ensemble and the room was filled. Didn't try the food so I can't comment there.
I appreciate a place that supports local music.
Cash only. -
Review from Tim C.
Vancouver, BC
3/22/2011
Amazing service, beautiful food and the hospitality is only rivaled by the truly eclectic decor. Ali and Courtney have created a little piece of France right in the heart of the Main District. The live entertainment that they have every night has always been stunning and out of this world.
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Review from Christine R.
New Westminster, BC
10/16/2008
I adore Montmartre, not just as a nighttime cafe/restaurant, but also as a venue for Vancouver's literary happenings. The cafe has a small stage near the door that is perfect for open mikes, readings, and music by small-ish bands. I've mostly been here when an event or party is going on, although it is also a great spot to stop in for a glass of wine and/or a yummy crepe.
Montmartre has a great French-inspired atmosphere. The walls are lined with vintage prints and photographs of Par-ee, and the high ceilings are hung with a collection of bicycles, tricycles, and a baby carriage. Not sure of the French-ness of those, but it fits with the general arty yet playful feeling of the room.
I've never had dinner there, but hear the baked Brie is good.
