San Gennaro is a fantastic little gem in Little Italy. Just off of St. Laurent, right next to Bottega Restaurant. It's really un-missable and well worth going to. Nothing alleviates the hot Montreal summer like sipping a cool caffe freddo on the terrace at San G. The open kitchen concept is a refreshing change in the cafe scene as you will likely see the owners hard-at-work making delicious pizzas al taglio and classic Italian pastries. You have to try the Nutella bombolone, indulge and get the bigger size! After enjoying many coffees at San Gennaro like I have, you'll somehow never be satisfied with franchised coffee shops anymore. Mauro makes an exceptional latte! The ambience is spot on too! You walk into authentic old-school Italian music and everyone, staff and customers alike are always smiling. You'll feel as if you've just walked into a cafe in Napoli! The place is still relatively new but it's obvious that it already has many regulars, myself included! As a matter of fact, my boyfriend and I will often drive all the way from Laval to Little Italy just for the killer coffee and friendly staff. With its young vibe and its fresh take on what a happening cafe should be in Montreal, and whether it's for a simple espresso or grabbing lunch with some old friends, San Gennaro's hip atmosphere and adherence to both quality and tradition will satisfy even the most discerning of Italian pallets!