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Café 2nd Gen

Old Montreal
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Café 2nd Gen Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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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4.7174 ratings
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Reviews for Café 2nd Gen

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Café 2nd Gen is widely celebrated as a cozy, welcoming destination in Montreal, frequently praised for its high-quality Vietnamese coffee, authentic matcha, and unique seasonal drink combinations like ube, tiramisu, and jasmine. Visitors consistently highlight the friendly and attentive nature of the staff and ownership, noting that the atmosphere is generally great for chatting or relaxing. While the majority of patrons have exceptional experiences with the food and beverages, including favorites like the breakfast and kofta sandwiches, some note that the café can become quite crowded due to its limited seating capacity. A few reviews mention minor inconsistencies regarding service speed or ice-to-drink ratios, yet the overall sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive, with many customers expressing enthusiasm for the creative menu and the shop's contribution to the neighborhood.
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HA
5.0

The BEST cafe in Montreal from a true barista

Jun 27, 2026
on Google
May
5.0

Was visiting with my 7 months old baby! Such a lovely cafe!! Loved it! The kafta chopped cheese is on point! As well as the coffee. They didn't have caramel flavoured lattes but the vanilla they offered instead was lovely. Overall, lovely vibe.

Only downside (for a mama) is I wish in the accessible friendly bathrooms that they had a changing pad for baby.

Jun 18, 2026
on Google
Myriam
4.0

Très bon & beau café de quartier. Les recettes sont originales & bien faites. Mon seul enjeu & que le service en français laisse régulièrement à désirer. Presque à chacune de mes visites la personne à la caisse (souvent différente) appelle un ou une collègue à la rescousse pour répondre à une question.

Jun 10, 2026
on Google
Simon
5.0

The mugs are so unique & gorgeous. The cookie we had was buttery & soft yet light. The staff is kind, talkative & regular. The music might be a bit loud for a studying type café but overall it is a great place to simply chat.

Jun 8, 2026
on Google
Nick
5.0

Café vietnamien est juste DÉLICIEUX

Jun 4, 2026
on Google
Ashraf
5.0

Legitimately one of the very best cafés I've ever been to my entire life. The drinks are incredible, the food is amazing, & the staff makes you feel like you're at home. Cannot recommend enough, you have to come here.

May 20, 2026
on Google
André
5.0

Petit café fort sympathique & très bon service

May 14, 2026
on Google
Alicia
5.0

my favorite cafe in Montreal. I recommend the ube & the jasmine matcha as well as the breakfast sandwich. big love to you guys

Apr 28, 2026
on Google
Na
5.0

one of the most welcoming cafes with the friendliest staff/owners. great drinks, great vibes. the ube matcha is a must try & if you're hungry, def try their breakfast sandwich.

Apr 17, 2026
on Google
Alvin
5.0

This place is amazing!! Ever since they did their pop up at Brossard 2nd gen has become my favourite cafe ever & they never disappointed me ever since even after their store opening. I would recommend this place to everyone because all their drinks & food choices are amazing & the staff are very welcoming as well. My favourite is the Ube matcha because it taste exactly like the authentic one!

Apr 14, 2026
on Google
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