Café 2nd Gen propose une carte axée sur un matcha de haute qualité et un café vietnamien riche en caractère. Les boissons mettent en avant des profils aromatiques complexes, allant de la douceur terreuse de l'ube et de la datte aux notes gourmandes du tiramisu. En complément, les sandwichs préparés avec soin enrichissent l'offre culinaire. L'espace intérieur dégage une atmosphère vibrante, prolongée par une terrasse et des jeux disponibles pour favoriser un environnement décontracté. Bien que certaines préparations privilégient une sucrosité marquée, l'attention reste portée sur la qualité réelle des ingrédients utilisés dans chaque tasse. Chaque élément présent au sein de l'établissement participe à créer une ambiance chaleureuse et accueillante, fidèle à son identité propre.
Café 2nd Gen est largement reconnu comme une destination incontournable à Montréal, appréciée pour ses boissons créatives et de grande qualité, notamment le matcha à l'ube et les cafés vietnamiens garnis de mousses originales. Les visiteurs louent fréquemment l'ambiance chaleureuse ainsi que la gentillesse exceptionnelle du personnel, qui contribue à créer un environnement accueillant. Bien que l'espace soit relativement restreint et puisse devenir bondé, ce qui limite parfois les places assises, la terrasse disponible durant la belle saison offre une alternative agréable. La clientèle souligne régulièrement la préparation minutieuse des produits, incluant des sandwichs et pâtisseries savoureux, faisant de cet établissement une perle de quartier fortement recommandée malgré une popularité qui peut entraîner de l'attente ou du bruit.
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! 🍵✨
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.
I got a matcha, no sugar with lactose free milk. It was delicious, but for the price the quantity was really small compared to other places in the city that have better matcha products & drinks overall.
Very cute place though & amazing people! Definitely would come again!
Places inside are limited so during busy times you may have to take your drink to go.
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.
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!
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 :)
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.
