Café Paper Hill is where espresso meets apéro in a space that feels as much like a neighbourhood living room as it does a café-bar. Housed in a historic building on Saint-Alexandre Street, it honours the area’s past as a hub for publishing and printmaking—hence the name, a nod to its literary roots. A full wall of books reinforces that connection, inviting customers to browse, linger, and maybe even swap a laptop screen for a page.
Owner Selma Gueddich envisioned Paper Hill as a space for both residents and workers, a spot that evolves with the rhythm of the day. Mornings bring Escape Coffee Company brews and light breakfast options, while lunchtime leans into fresh, unfussy fare—salads, sandwiches, and seasonal specials. By evening, it shifts gears, offering wine, cocktails, and shareable plates in a laid-back apéro setting, with a strict no-screens policy after 5 p.m. Add in a back terrace, occasional DJ sets, and a steady flow of creative events, and you’ve got a downtown staple in the making.
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