Best Study Locations Near Loyola Campus

Finals are upon us, and for students living and studying primarily at Loyola Campus, it often seems as though downtown gets all the luck in terms of variety of study locales. Luckily for you though, CJLO calls Loyola and NDG it’s home, so we’re here to help you move out of the library and enjoy some of the sights as you hit the books.

Loyola Multi-Faith Chapel

7141 Sherbrooke St. W.

(514) 848-2424, ext. 3588

Luckily, winter has only hinted at it’s future appearance so far… it’s still conceivable to take a step beyond the campus without being hit with a wall of cold. That might not be the case in a couple of weeks, and maybe you will be more reluctant to leave campus to get your study on. In that case, be sure to drop by the Loyola Multi-Faith Chapel where you can relax and study in style. This is a great option if you want to study in silence and enjoy the wonderful serenity of the beautiful chapel interior. Just be sure to give them a call first to make sure the space is available!

Second Cup

7345 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest

(514) 509-1624

Not all Second Cups are created equal, but luckily for students of Loyola one of the best. Hardly a stone’s throw from the West end of the campus, the Second Cup on Sherbrook has a laid back attitude and plenty of room for both individual study and group work. The awesome staff is really what sells the experience, setting the location apart from all the other franchises within the city.

Melk Bar

5612 Avenue de Monkland

(514) 508-5789

Maybe you live a little deeper in NDG, or you feel like taking a brisk walk before you settle into studying. Down Monkland near Villa Maria metro is one of the best coffees you can get in the city. Melk is a relatively new addition to the Monkland village, having opened in the summer of 2013 and it has really made it’s mark. Not only is the coffee mind-blowingly good, but their homemade desserts will make you quickly forget all your worries (their savory scones are my favourite in the world). The only thing to look out for is that the cafe is on the small side, so it might not be possible to secure a seat if you go during a busier time of day.

Cafe 92

6703 Rue Sherbrooke West

(514) 750-4392

A five minute walk from Loyola campus, Cafe 92 is one of the very best cafes in NDG. Featuring a wide range of drinks, including some of the very best espresso this west of Myriade, Cafe 92 is a must for the coffee snob. The cafe has a nice cozy vibe, and every month a different artist’s work is featured on the walls. One of the highlights of Cafe 92 is the wide array of food, much of it inspired by Mexico - where the owners are from. If you’re among the many studying during the weekend, be sure to try their absolutely diving Mexican chicken noodle soup with some oh-so delicious avocado.

What are some of your favourite study spots near Loyola campus?