On rue Beaubien, in Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Régine Café is one of Montreal's most renowned brunch spots. Since 2012, this restaurant has been serving breakfast and brunch daily in a colorful setting inspired by English tea rooms. Here's what you need to know before visiting: ambiance, menu, prices, and tips to avoid the wait.

Régine Café Beaubien: The Ambiance

Régine Café is housed in a historic building at 1840 rue Beaubien Est. The colorful and warm decor is reminiscent of a British tea room with an urban twist. The restaurant's atmosphere is lively, especially on weekends when the wait can be long on rue Beaubien. During the week, the meal is quieter: ideal for a tête-à-tête or a business breakfast.

The Menu: Brunch Essentials

Régine Café's menu focuses on generous homemade dishes, with a nice balance between sweet and savory. All plates are prepared on-site. Among those listed on the restaurant's website:

  • Sweet and Savory: golden brioche bread, aged cheddar, pulled ham, sunny-side-up egg, and homemade maple sugar, the house's signature dish;
  • Big Ham: two eggs of your choice, pulled ham, artisanal bacon, baked beans, homemade potatoes, cretons, and toast, for classic breakfast lovers;
  • Egg and Beef: English muffins, caramelized onions, poached eggs, pulled beef cheek, béarnaise sauce, and homemade potatoes;
  • Waffled: smoked salmon waffle, labneh, cucumber, dill, and pickled onions;
  • Banana French Toast: brioche bread, banana butter, mascarpone cream, and caramelized pecans;
  • Choco Waffle: chocolate waffle, mascarpone cream, cherry jam, and berries;
  • Granola: yogurt, jam, honey granola, macadamia nuts, white chocolate, and berries.

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options are indicated on the menu (avocado toast, coconut milk oatmeal, creamy sage mushrooms, etc.). For sweets, indulge in the homemade cinnamon brioche, mascarpone cream scone, or the "A Bit of Everything" sharing platter. To accompany your brunch on rue Beaubien: mimosa, prosecco, matcha latte, vanilla white hot chocolate, or homemade juice.

Prices and Reservations

On Régine Café's online menu, most brunch dishes cost between $21 and $33. The restaurant's website estimates an average meal at around $25 to $35 per person. A children's menu (12 and under) is available for $12, and high chairs are available.

Regarding reservations:

  • Weekdays: reservations possible online or by phone, with some spots reserved for walk-ins;
  • Weekends and holidays: no reservations, first come, first served.

Tables can accommodate up to 6 people. To avoid the wait, arrive at opening time, 9 a.m., or choose a weekday. The restaurant does not offer delivery or takeout orders.

Location: How to Get There

Régine Café is located at 1840 rue Beaubien Est, in the Petite-Patrie area. By public transit, Beaubien and Fabre metro stations are within walking distance, and bus 18 runs along rue Beaubien. Street parking is available on nearby streets. Note: the historic building has steps and is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.

Practical Information

  • Address: 1840 rue Beaubien Est, Montreal.
  • Hours: Daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (closed December 25 and January 1).
  • Phone: 514 903-0676.
  • Payment: cash, Interac, Visa, and Mastercard (no American Express).
  • Menu and reservations: on the official Régine Café website.

Frequently Asked Questions about Régine Café

What is the menu at Régine Café?

Homemade brunch dishes: sweet and savory brioche, big ham, egg and beef, waffles, banana French toast, toasts, and homemade pastries.

Can you make reservations at Régine Café?

Yes, on weekdays only. On weekends and holidays, it's first come, first served.

Where is Janine Café located?

Janine Café is located in the Verdun neighborhood of Montréal. Régine Café's FAQ lists it, along with the Paparmane tea room in Old Montréal, among its "other addresses".

Is Régine Café open every day?

Yes, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., except December 25 and January 1.

Also Discover in the Neighborhood

After brunch, stop by the Jean-Talon Market, check out the programming at the Maison de la culture de Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, or grab a beer at the Yïsst Pub Petite-Patrie.