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The best places to study in Montreal

The 10 libraries and study cafés in Montreal best suited to a long session with a laptop or a textbook, led by Crew Collective & Café, Cafe Aunja and La graine brûlée.

Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.

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  1. 01Crew Collective & Café

    café360 Rue Saint-JacquesWi‑FiPowerWork 100

    The comfortable couches invite students to settle in and focus. But what truly sets it apart is its co-working space.
    MTL BlogSeptember 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Crew Collective & Café

  2. 02Cafe Aunja

    café1448 Rue Sherbrooke OuestWi‑FiWork 100

    The seating arrangement is snug, giving it a lived-in feel, but there’s plenty of room in the back if you need a quiet corner to work.
    Best in MTLNovember 2024

    Hours, amenities and photos for Cafe Aunja

  3. 03La graine brûlée

    café921 Rue Sainte-Catherine EstWi‑FiPowerWork 100

    With fast Wi-Fi and plenty of plugs, it’s built for the digital age ... Despite its size and popularity, there’s usually a spot to be found, thanks to its spacious layout.
    MTL BlogSeptember 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for La graine brûlée

  4. 04Café Sfouf

    café1250 Rue Ontario EstWi‑FiWork 100

    The place is cozy and great to work in. ... In addition, the café provides large communal tables.
    TastetOctober 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Café Sfouf

  5. 05Myriade

    café4627 Rue Saint-DenisWi‑FiPowerWork 100

    this hyper-stylish cafe is one of the perfect places to work. The power outlets are under the large communal tables and the light is beautiful all day long.
    TastetOctober 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Myriade

  6. 06Café des Habitudes

    café1104 Rue Saint-ZotiqueWi‑FiWork 100

    Café des Habitudes is perfect for settling in and getting some work done.

    Le Café des Habitudes est parfait pour se déposer et aller travailler.

    Silo 57August 2026Translated from French

    Hours, amenities and photos for Café des Habitudes

  7. 07Café Replika

    café252 Rue Rachel EstWi‑FiWork 100

    It’s on our list of perfect cafés for working, as there are large communal tables, small tables for two, and other round tables.
    TastetOctober 2025

    Hours, amenities and photos for Café Replika

  8. 08Atomic Café

    café3606 Rue Ontario EstWi‑FiWork 100

    Atomic Café on Ontario. Their Americano is delicious and the place is pleasant for working.

    Atomic Café sur Ontario. Leur Americano est delicicieux et l’endroitest agreable pour travailler.

    r/montrealAugust 2023Translated from French

    Hours, amenities and photos for Atomic Café

  9. 09Caravane Café

    café3506 Avenue LacombeWi‑FiWork 100

    While space might get tight during peak hours, there's ample seating available most of the time, making it ideal for study sessions. Plus, with a closing time of 11 p.m., you can hunker down for those extended study nights.
    MTL BlogSeptember 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Caravane Café

  10. 10Oh My Deer Café

    café68 Avenue des Pins EstWi‑FiWork 100

    With plenty of tables and free Wi-Fi, it’s an ideal place to settle in with your laptop or hit the books. ... So, if you really need a workspace, try to get there early instead.
    Best in MTLNovember 2024

    Hours, amenities and photos for Oh My Deer Café