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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$
OPEN8 am - 4 pm
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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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4.7218 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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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
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Taha
5.0

Best coffe spott in montreal by far. The Matcha is an absolute gem !

Jun 4, 2026
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Nick
5.0

Café vietnamien est juste DÉLICIEUX

Jun 4, 2026
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Alexia
2.0

Désolée mais je ne comprends pas la hype.
Un jeudi matin, odeur désagréable en arrivant. J'ai commandé un matcha chaud, reçu brûlant comme un thé. Ce qui retire tous les bienfaits d'un matcha. Impossible à boire avant 15 min.
Vraiment dommage.

May 28, 2026
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Suhani
4.0

Everything is amazing except service is SLOW. Still love it tho

May 27, 2026
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Nhi
5.0

I've been here 3 times & the drinks were always good!

1st time: sticky date foam + vietnamese coffee
2nd time: sticky date foam + matcha
3rd time: jasmine matcha

The sticky date foam is delicious & the date flavor is not overpowering. If you are lactose intolerant or sensitive to dairy I'll advise you to skip the foam.

The vietnamese coffee is strong 😤 but in a good way! I am happy to have found a coffee shop near griffintown that does their matcha drink well, a good green color & a present matcha taste.

The place can get crowded easily but they brought out tables & chairs to sit outside!

May 26, 2026
on Google
Enidan
5.0

Best Matcha I had in mtl

May 26, 2026
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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
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Gael
5.0

chill atmosphere & amazing employees. They let me borrow from what seemed as a personal charger & they serve an AMAZING UBE LATTE!

May 25, 2026
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