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Café 2nd Gen

Café 2nd Gen brings a fresh neighborhood spirit to every sandwich served on Rue William.

Old Montreal
4.7$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 8 am
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Café 2nd Gen offers a distinct menu centered on high-quality matcha and bold Vietnamese coffee. The drinks highlight complex flavor profiles, ranging from earthy ube and rich sticky date to decadent tiramisu. Alongside these signature beverages, the menu includes fresh sandwiches prepared with care. The physical space creates a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by available outdoor seating and a selection of games for a relaxed environment. While certain flavor profiles lean toward sweetness, the emphasis remains on the distinct quality of the ingredients used in every cup. Each element within the space contributes to a warm, cozy setting that remains true to its core identity.

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4.7216 ratings
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Café 2nd Gen is widely celebrated as a premier coffee destination in Montreal, beloved for its creative and high-quality specialty drinks, particularly the signature ube matcha and various Vietnamese coffee concoctions featuring unique foam toppings. Visitors frequently praise the welcoming atmosphere and the exceptionally kind, attentive staff who contribute to a cozy and inclusive environment. While the space is relatively small and can become crowded, leading to limited seating during peak hours, the presence of an outdoor terrace during warmer seasons offers a pleasant alternative. Guests consistently highlight the thoughtful preparation of their items, including delicious sandwiches and pastries, making it a favorite neighborhood gem that earns high recommendations despite occasional wait times or noise levels.
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Ng?c
5.0

Really nice café with a spacious, open atmosphere & plenty of seating both indoors & outdoors. It's also pet-friendly, which is a big plus! 🐶

The staff were friendly & welcoming, & I really enjoyed the matcha with taro foam on top - definitely worth trying if you like matcha. The prices are quite reasonable too. Overall, a lovely spot to chill & enjoy a drink in Montreal! 🍵✨

Aug 20, 2026
on Google
Imane
4.0

Lovely space, nice selection of drinks.

Love their viet coffee, i tried all the topping & they are all yummy, my favourite is the creme brulée.

Their cookies are also good!

Wasn't a huge fan of their breakfast sandwich, however will definitely try the other sandwiches on the menu.

Seating & atmosphere are a hit or miss, it can get pretty crowded, it's perfect for a quick stop on the go! Their outdoor seatings are extremely comfortable (the new ones) they have outlets if you want to work on your laptop.

Aug 17, 2026
on Google
Khadam
5.0

The tiramisu iced latte is sooo good!! The staff is wonderful as well.

Aug 17, 2026
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Amani
4.0

Grilled cheese was unique. Matcha was a little too strong.

Aug 17, 2026
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AMD
5.0

Coffee, matcha & food are all amazing. Very nice & helpful staff as well. Will definitely return.

Aug 17, 2026
on Google
Odel
5.0

Favourite cafe in Montreal! The coffee & matcha are both great. There are dairy free & lactose free options for milk. The cookies are delicious.

Aug 16, 2026
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Yousef
5.0

One of the best iced coffees, if not the best iced coffee I've ever had. Everything from the location, service, & quality was top notch. 10/10 recommend

Aug 15, 2026
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Hafsa
5.0

Le café est de bonne ambiance, il y a une terrasse pour s'asseoir dehors qui donne sur une belle vue. Les employés sont gentils. Le café & matcha étaient bien. Par contre, le grilled cheese pesto qui vient avec sa sauce était incroyable je recommande à 100% !!!

Aug 14, 2026
on Google
Alfajor22
3.0

I ordered a hojicha latte with maple syrup & cinnamon. Unfortunately, I could not detect the flavor of the maple syrup or the cinnamon; it tasted essentially like a standard hojicha latte.
It cost $7.5.

?The cafe was busy with many patrons using laptops. When we arrived at 1:30 PM on a weekday, there were no seats open initially. A table became available after a short wait.

Aug 14, 2026
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Amanda
4.0

We ordered an iced matcha latte with ube foam, it was 9:50$ total. It was pretty good. I like my ube foam & the matcha was decent. Also, the service was friendly, the place is cool & they offer outdoor seating. I recommend grabbing a seat outside with a friend to chat & see dogs pass by.

Aug 11, 2026
on Google
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