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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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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
Bianca
5.0

As a filipino, this was the best matcha ube latte in Montreal. Staff is friendly, vibes are nice, could be a little hard to find a place to sit but it's overall a great cafe.

Jul 22, 2026
on Google
Sofia
4.0

I really like their matcha, especially ube & tiramisu. Been coming for a couple of times now, but it is not a place to study, no matter how much I tried to. It's overcrowded, especially with dog owners, which means there's a lot of barking. Since the place is pretty small you can hear every single conversation of others.
If you live nearby, great spot for you, if you have to travel 30min+ to come here, not worth it as you can't find a spot.

Jun 23, 2026
on Google
Angelina
4.0

The ube matcha was tasty, but I was surprised that it was served in a hot drink cup despite being a cold drink. Since the ube foam stays on top & no straw was provided, it was hard to mix everything together. Serving it in a cold drink cup with a straw would make the drinking experience much better.

Jun 14, 2026
on Google
Amy
5.0

Matcha with ube topping & Viet coffee with tiramisu topping were both so well done. In both drinks, the toppings did not overpower the drinks. The matcha was so good, not diluted, very rich & when mixed with the ube, you could still taste the matcha & the ube complimented it well. I do not like when toppings overpower the drink, so I was very happy with these drinks! Vibes were great too :)

May 26, 2026
on Google
Amina
5.0

Everything you order here will be amazing! Their signature ube matcha is a must try & their food hits the spot. Must try the breakfast sandwich & kofta sandwich.

The owner is always welcoming & the service is consistently excellent. Our favourite coffee spot.

May 3, 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
Angela
5.0

The ube matcha is *chef's kiss* 😚

Apr 27, 2026
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Nadia
3.0

I love the decor & the staff is amazing but their ube matcha tasted nothing like ube :( & the matcha was a bit fishy. I hope they work on their drinks because I'd love to come back

Apr 20, 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
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