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Café 2nd Gen

Old Montreal
4.7$
OPEN8 am - 4 pm
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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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*as of 2026-07-01
4.7174 ratings
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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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Cindy
5.0

Good Vietnamese coffee with different toppings! Must try!

Oct 5, 2025
on Google
B
5.0

Love this place!! It brightens up the neighborhood, the drinks are unique & really good!!

Oct 5, 2025
on Google
Ariana
5.0

I come here almost all the time. I love me a Vietnamese coffee with crème brulée. I cant wait for more new items on the menu!! :)

Oct 3, 2025
on Google
Youssef
5.0

Love this coffee shop in Old port Montreal, definitely my go to spot. Am kinda of regular haha ❤?❤?

Oct 3, 2025
on Google
Bemebea
5.0

The cold drinks are all very good! I have yet to try the seasonal ones.

Oct 3, 2025
on Google
Maya
5.0

Honestly one of the best matchas I ever had. That was good!! Well-located in a cute public square.

Oct 2, 2025
on Google
Mo
5.0

Absolutely worth the trip there! I don't even like coffee, but I LOVED the one they made for me. I forgot the name of the drink (& forgot to take a picture 🤣) I enjoyed it down to the very last sip. I'll definitely be coming back with more of my family to try the rest of the menu!

Thanks Sara & best of luck 🙌

Oct 1, 2025
on Google
Shayne
4.0

Delicious Tuna Bahn-mi & matcha latté. Will definitely be back!

Oct 1, 2025
on Google
Sandrine
5.0

Sooo happy they opened an official shop! The matcha with ube is delicious & I can't wait to be back with my friends 🌟

Sep 30, 2025
on Google
Amina
5.0

Amazing drinks, amazing people. A must try!! I've had the matcha ube & it's delicious !!

Sep 29, 2025
on Google
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