H8S Bar à café — Restaurant in Montreal

Hands down the best coffee you will find in the west-island. The beans come from a small Albertan ethical supplier called Phil and Sebastian (You can look them up online). The flavor is unique, chocolatey and nuanced. The decaf beans are just as good as the regular ones. The menu is simple, has all the classics (latte, cappuccino, americano, etc.) and each option is crafted to perfection; The weight of grains is measured precisely and all the baristas are well trained making it one of the most consistent and expertly crafted coffee I know in Montreal. Every time I go, I know my cappuccino or latte will be made perfectly and taste pretty much exactly the same as the last time. And if you do not like regular milk, they offer a high quality barista line of milk alternatives (soy, coconut and almond milk are available) so the texture and taste of your latte will be just as good, if not better than your regular milk latte. They also have a small but delicious selection of home made and local foods and pastries if you are hungry.

The place is clean and ambiance is top notch. It's what you'd expect from a nice quaint cafe in Montreal: a rustic modern mix with accents of succulent florals, local art and chill music. I've seen some criticize it for being small, but the place is not located in a very busy urban area so it is very rarely packed; I've always seen free chairs to sit and so I'm not sure why people complained about this. Plus, they just renovated/extended the place, so there is more space now. And even if you can't find a seat, the door opens to the largest and most beautiful waterfront in Montreal so you can just go for a nice walk and/or sit by the water.

The only complain I would have is that the place closes a little bit early (I think 5pm during the week and 6pm on the week-end). It seems to me that they are missing out on some business in the spring/summer/fall evenings. You can't go here for your after dinner cappuccino or shot of espresso or evening studying/work session, or evening coffee and walk by the water. It's a shame because the Lachine waterfront area is busy during those times and there are no alternatives for a good coffee (that I know of). I suspect this will change sometime in the near future as the demand will keep on growing and growing as Lachine keeps on revitalizing in the next...

H8S Bar à café (2130 Bd Saint-Joseph, Lachine, QC H8S 2N7) - this is a super cool and interesting little spot! ✨

It's on the smaller side, but really cozy inside, and feels just right. The interior design is understated but totally tasteful, giving it a unique vibe. They even have some cool art by local artists hanging up, which adds to its character. 🎨 Plus, there's some interesting merch available at reasonable prices. The whole place has a super friendly feel and a great atmosphere. 😌

The barista is really pleasant, a genuinely nice person. And the coffee... it's just gorgeous! ☕ They also have a good selection of pastries to choose from, which is always a plus. 🥐 I totally recommend H8S Bar à café to anyone looking for awesome coffee and a cozy atmosphere in Lachine. 👍

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I absolutely love this gem hidden in plain sight in front of the lachine parc 😁

🍪I got the soft chocolaty, and it was delicious. A big cookie with a soft chocolate in the middle !

♨️The ambiance is cozy, homey, with local products wherever your eyes go.

🍀The vibe is eco-friendly (Bring your cups/glasses/bags for coffee), Third wave coffeeshop (with an expertise on coffee beans)

🫂 As for the people; both the barista and the owner were quite friendly, explaining to me what their values are and welcoming me to come back again ... which I definitely will do !

All in all, a quiet & quaint spot to get a respite from whatever the world may throw at you...