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Café Olimpico
Mile End Italian café on rue Saint-Viateur pouring strong espresso and lattes since 1970.
- Montréal
- since 1970
- Stores and restaurants
About Café Olimpico
Café Olimpico is an Italian café in Mile End on rue Saint-Viateur, pouring strong espresso and lattes since 1970. It is a classic neighbourhood hangout with an old-school feel.
It suits anyone who wants a quick, strong coffee, and people-watchers who like to linger on the terrace in summer. Pair your latte with a bagel from one of the nearby Saint-Viateur bakeries for a very Mile End morning. Regulars, students and visitors all mix here, which is part of the charm. After more than 50 years, it is a fixture of Montreal's Italian café tradition.
At a glance
- Category
- Stores and restaurants, Drinks
- Based in
- Montréal
- Founded
- 1970
- Size
- An independent, smaller maker
- Listed in
- Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal
Questions people ask
Is Café Olimpico made in Quebec?
Yes. Café Olimpico started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.
What does Café Olimpico do?
Mile End Italian café on rue Saint-Viateur pouring strong espresso and lattes since 1970.
When was Café Olimpico founded?
Café Olimpico was founded in 1970, about 56 years ago.
Where can I buy from Café Olimpico?
Start with its official website, cafe-olimpico-1970.myshopify.com. Visit one of its locations, or check its website to find the closest one.
Is Café Olimpico a big company or a small business?
Café Olimpico is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.
What are some local brands similar to Café Olimpico?
Other local brands in Stores and restaurants include L'Empreinte coopérative, Kim Phat, La Banquise, Biscotte.
How did Café Olimpico get on this list?
Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Café Olimpico and want to update this page, contact us.
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