Since 1999, Laïka has become an institution of Montreal. It was one of the first restaurants to function as a Wi-Fi hotspot, to incorporate DJ sets in the evenings and, outside of Spanish restaurants, to serve tapas dishes. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the formula for success achieved by owner Bruno Ricciardi-Rigault. “After 15 years, only five per cent of restaurants in Quebec are still open,” he says. “And we are still going strong.”
From 1995 to 1997, Bruno was involved in Usine C and enjoyed the idea of a multipurpose venue and meeting place. Remembering childhood visits to Paris, he was struck by the café culture there, which at the time seemed to be largely absent in Quebec. “I liked the idea of a place open morning to evening, where people could come at any time for a light meal, a coffee, a drink or a meeting.”
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great DJ, always lots of great people to meet there, beer and food are great as usual.
I wouldn't say it's a good place for a formal meeting but when you need to get out of the office and into a more upbeat environment.
This place is a must in Montreal, you will always meet cool people, web influencers. Perfect place for drinks, music and food. Enjoy
Je souhaite partager la qualité de cet établissement. Si vous voulez rencontrer la faune Techno au sens large du terme, c 'est l'endroit idéal. Internt gratuit, bouff très bien pour le prix et boissons pour tous les goûts. Au plaisir de vous y voir.
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It’s literally my second home. At least once a week, you’ll find me at a table for hours, behind my laptop, with one of their perfect lattes. But along with the coffee, I ALWAYS end up eating something from their ever changing ardoise. It’s always fresh, seasonal, and perfectly done. Dont be fooled by the relaxed WiFi café with a DJ booth appearance. Laika is the real deal!
View this Smart ListRestaurant, Wi-Fi café, bar or lounge? Trick question – it's all four. For a quick and quality lunch, a weekend brunch or just a glass of vino with friends any time between noon and 3 a.m., this haunt – frequented by artists, photographers and neighbourhood faces – is the hangout of choice for the open-source crowd, the urban nature lover and all-round appreciators of sweet electronic ambiance. Smooth stuff indeed.
View this Smart ListRestaurant, wi-fi café, bar or lounge? Trick question – it's all four. For a quick and quality lunch, a weekend brunch or just a glass of vino with friends any time between noon and 3 a.m., this haunt – frequented by artists, photographers and neighbourhood faces – is the hangout of choice for the open-source crowd, the urban nature lover and all-round appreciators of sweet electronic ambiance. Smooth stuff indeed.
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