Café 2nd Gen

Joseph-Tuc

5.0

Beautiful cafe! Excellent service, super friendly & welcoming. Definitely recommend the ube matcha! Coming back for sure!

Roxanne

5.0

I went to Matcha 2nd Gen Café on March 1st with friends… one of those freezing winter evenings where you just want something soft & comforting after being slapped by the wind.

The first thing I noticed was how kind the staff were. It immediately set the tone. I was served by the owner, Sarah, who answered all my questions & gave thoughtful recommendations based on my mood. I'm very indecisive when I go somewhere new because I want to try everything… which is exactly why I bring friends. More options, more tasting… don't tell them I said that. Love you girls !!

We ended up trying a few drinks:
• Matcha 2nd Gen with coconut milk (my pick)
• Iced matcha with ube topping (Farzy's pick)
• Iced salted tiramisu matcha (Jules's pick)

My favorite flavor was the ube… but I'd ask for a little less ube topping & more matcha next time since it leans a bit sweet. Still really good, just depends on your preference.

One thing I appreciated is that the matcha base actually tastes like matcha. Not overly milky, not hidden under sugar. This is not a spot for fake matcha lovers… & I mean that in the best way.

We also tried their cinnamon brioche, & that surprised me. I'm usually more of a donut person & don't go for cinnamon rolls often , but the texture was soft, balanced, & not too sweet. It was done really well.

The space itself feels thoughtful… from the drinks to the little details like games you can grab & play at your table. They were playing'With You' by Chris Breezy along with other early 2000s R&B, which added to that cozy, nostalgic feeling I love.

The café is still very new, opened about 6 months ago by Sara, her husband, & a friend, & you can feel the care in everything. They also rotate seasonal drinks, so the menu we tried was their March selection.

It ended up being one of those simple outings that just felt good. Cozy time escaping the brutal winter winds… good matcha, good energy, & a place I'd come back to when I want a emotional support matcha or Vietnamese coffee .

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Roxy P

8 Commentaires

5.0

I visited Matcha 2nd Gen Café on March 1st with friends, on one of those freezing winter days where you just want something warm & comforting.

The service stood out right away. The staff were genuinely kind, & I was served by the owner, Sarah, who took the time to answer my questions & guide me through the menu based on what I felt like having. It made the whole experience feel more personal.

We tried a few drinks:
• Matcha 2nd Gen with coconut milk
• Iced matcha with ube topping
• Iced salted tiramisu matcha

The ube was my favorite flavor, but I'd recommend asking for a lighter amount of topping if you prefer something less sweet & more matcha-forward.

One thing I really appreciated is that the matcha actually tastes like matcha. It's not overly milky or sugary, which makes this a great spot for people who enjoy a more authentic flavor.

We also had the cinnamon brioche, which was soft, well-balanced, & not too sweet. I'm usually not a big cinnamon roll person, but this one was definitely worth trying.

The space is simple but thoughtful, with small details like board games available & a cozy playlist (early 2000s R&B when we visited) that adds to the overall atmosphere.

The café is still relatively new, opened about 6 months ago, & you can feel the care behind it. They also offer seasonal drinks, so the menu changes regularly.

Overall, a cozy & well-executed spot for quality matcha & a relaxed visit. I'd definitely come back.

A

5.0

Alors là, première fois pour moi & j'ai goûté un matcha + ube .. & WOAW c'est si bon ! Juste dosé ! C'était parfait 🤭 je n'exagère pas ! J'ignorai que le UBE avait ce goût là

N

5.0

Le meilleur ube matcha de Montréal !!! Le personnel est toujours très sympa & souriant, je recommande

Mariam

5.0

2nd gen truly upgraded the matcha game!!! I had THE pleasure to try both their sticky date & tiramisú matcha drink. Damn! Phenomenal!!! I highly recommend the sticky date one. My sister also tried the UBE matcha drink & said it was one of the best she has ever had. Pass by if you're around, Sara & her team are kind & deserve the hype! 🥰💕

Salma

5.0

I have been here twice & the drinks are always so good! I could tell they use high quality matcha & coffee. I highly recommend the ube coffee & matcha.

Everyone who works there is also very nice & friendly.

Agathe

5.0

Très bon matcha à l'ube ! On sent bien le goût des deux mélangés & la boisson n'était pas trop sucré. Merci à la serveuse qui nous a aidé à choisir !

Eliza

5.0

Best ube matcha ever!!! I highly recommend it to everyone. I'm so happy they finally opened their own cafe. They used to have a shed outside in Dix30 last summer so I'm glad to see them evolving & having a successful business! Their drinks are amazing & the price is very reasonable for the quality you get. The staff here are also so sweet every time I come :)

Tiffany

4.0

Ube matcha was very rich so felt more like a dessert rather than a drink. Seasonal jasmine matcha was really fragrant & unique! Down side is the amount of ice in their drinks; a bit too much