Café Alphabet is described as a lively, stylish neighborhood café with outstanding coffee and a standout matcha program, including the famous freddo and a range of pastries. The vibe is welcoming and energetic, making it a popular destination in Mile End where visitors feel at home, though seating can be limited and crowds can be heavy, and the space can be loud at times. The staff are consistently praised for friendly, attentive service and helpful recommendations, and the café roasts its own beans and sells merch. Some reviews note a focus on social media and crowds, giving the impression the experience is driven by buzz rather than quiet relaxation. Overall Café Alphabet is seen as setting a high standard for a modern community coffee shop in Montreal, with many calling it a must visit and a place to return for great drinks and hospitality.
The matcha freddo hype is real! This place was packed, but still manageable to get a drink within 5 min. The matcha was slightly watery - def need more matcha powder for a stronger drink, but the foam, oh my! Lavender flavoured foam is spectacular! Definitely need more - franchise out to Toronto PLEASEEEEE
Spent an afternoon working there & had 4-5 things off the menu. Good coffee, good matcha GREAT vibes. Owners were there the whole time making sure everything ran smooth. Great experience overall & lives up to the hype.
I have no idea why people hype up this café! i just got a simple matcha freddo, the price was fair but it tasted so bad it looked cute tho but seriously how can matcha taste bad?
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I flew in from Athens Greece on the afternoon of April 12th & have come by here every day since for a daily incredible experience & of course delightful goodies!
From Molly's incredible Flat White to Costa's incredible honey sweetened hot Matcha Latte, to Catherine's very beautiful/ welcoming smile at the cash register & Tony's (the founder) impeccable hospitality, I already know I'm going to profoundly miss this place & it's loving energy when I return to Greece next week. God bless this place & the beautiful people in it, FOREVER!!! ♥?💙💖
Came for the Matcha latte, stayed because the cafe playlist was straight up heat. The guy who made my drink was a lil extra… but that's okay. Small place, not many seats. Sick vibes tho.
absolutely love Alphabet Café! The atmosphere is warm & welcoming staff are incredibly lovely. Service is consistently great. Coffee is top-notch, & you can really taste the quality, especially with their unique coffee blends. It's clear they put a lot of care into what they do. If you're looking for a cozy spot & a good coffee or even a matcha this is the place to be! Highly recommend it!
Feb 26, 2025
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Totally worth the hype! Matcha Freddo with Christmas special peppermint dust, made the visit more special. Came alone but was a total vibe! I would recommend it! A little busy cafe.
Last stop in the morning for some matcha latte. It is quite a long walk from the nearest metro station but I did enjoy the walk to the location. Settled to have my drink to go. The matcha was smooth as expected with some sweetness. Enjoyed the walk back to the metro station sipping on my matcha drink. I wish I could have visited again to try thr Freddo latte!
Tried the viral Freddie cap & it was good- very strong coffee taste. Would come back to try their matcha version! Keep in mind that it is a somewhat small & tightly packed cafe ( visited on a Sunday morning )
I have to be honest that the freddo matcha & freddo cappuccino are both overrated & not worth it. Even if the proceeds are meant to go for good cause, the fundraising product should still be something enjoyable. For me personally, it was just half glass of foam & then half glass of ice with very little drinkable content. Their other products seem ok so I'll leave it for others to find out. Service was great btw.
Is it worth the hype? I would say YES, because i personally love their matcha flavor it's a strong bitter matcha flavor as I think they added sugar in it. But overall, Its definitely my taste & I would go back here for a matcha run when in Montréal.
They're so quick so even if there's a small queue you'll be served fast. Everything was incredible & tasted amazing. The inside is so cozy & the staff is never rude no matter how chaotic the place can get. We got the freddo matcha & cap & it felt like sipping on a cloud. Deff worth the price (which is pretty average)
Yes, I came here because of the Instagram hype. Yes, it really lived up to the expectations. Even though there was a line, it went really fast. The staff working are all very kind with great vibes. The music & the interior add to the love I have for this place. The matcha freddo was excellent, & their espresso is strong & bold.
