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.
Wow !! I've never had a Freddo Cappuccino before & let me tell you that it will not be the last time! The coffee was everything I imagined, it was so decadent. The baristas were extremely nice. When we ordered he offered to make our coffee a bit sweeter which was such a good decision. Also, when I came to pick up the coffee he told me to come up to the counter so that I could see him put the frothed cold milk & he did not mind me filming the process. It's great to go to a coffee shop or even a restaurant & see that the people working there are passionate about what they're doing & always in a good mood. I loved how accessible the owners were, one of them came up to us just to talk when we were outside which was really nice. In general, the atmosphere was very lively & relaxed at the same time, the choice of music with the background noise of people outside enjoying the sun was perfect. Would 110% come back & try the Freddo Matcha.
I've been a few times & it's always been popular but ever since they went viral on TikTok it's even busier!! I would avoid weekends bc of that! Decent coffee, cute spot with outdoor seating. I finally tried their freddos (the milk foam), I got the matcha & my friend had the coffee version. They definitely know what they're doing & I love how they give a lil show & make sure you have time to capture them capping the drink with the milk foam! When I had my first sip, it was overwhelmingly sweet but it did balance out after I mixed the entire drink. & then it was overly cream-tasting (which i kinda expected) but I don't recommend if you're lactose intolerant like I am. Still worth checking out if you're in the city!
If you love matcha... this IS the place to grt your matcha. If you havent been, try it ASAP. 10/10 !!! Amazing services, atmosphere & vibe. Perfect for summer.
It was extremely busy when we went, but everyone is super friendly despite the fact that it's quite chaotic to handle LOL! I find my matcha too sweet but my sister's coffee was perfect. Would still recommend overall!
Meilleur matcha de Montréal selon moi! Surtout avec la mousse de lait... incroyable 🥹 J'ai testé deux'sucreries' & c'était bon, mais sans plus. Leur force se trouve surtout dans leurs boissons chaudes très bonnes. Le chai latte y est excellent aussi. Par contre, l'adresse est prise d'assaut... Il y a un nombre incalculable de personnes qui font la file d'attente 😅 Alors, soyez prêts à patienter.
Mar 17, 2024
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Cute spot for coffee stop very popular & crowded. Probably the nicest & most welcoming owner I've encountered:) matcha latte was on point with the creamy milky foam soft & light as cloud .
Had both amour coffee & matcha & it ended up just being watery drinks with a hint of flavour of strawberry from the foam. Both disappointed when paying 15$ for 2 drinks. The coffee amour was acidic & watery which didn't go well with the strawberry foam. I get that they used a shaker to add texture but it just ended up being a watery americano on ice with foam. The matcha amour was just water & matcha with foam ( taste like watery bitter vegetable with a hint of strawberry). the matcha seemed also shaken which ended up being watery matcha on ice with foam just like the coffee version.
The best thing about the viral freddo amour is the barista giving us a show, everything about the drink is mid, the matcha is so water down & the foam is genuinely just okay, the staff is nice & the price justified (not over 10$) it's cute, but you're really not missing out much honestly.
This is what I call an ideal cafe. The drinks, the service, the atmosphere are incredible. For those of us that don't drink coffee, I highly recommend their Chai Latte or their Matcha drinks. The two baristas were great as well & offered to find my seating if I wanted the drink here. The music selection & the atmosphere made for a warm, welcoming environment. Great place to study & socialize. The place was also extremely clean & well-located. Can't recommend enough!
Feb 15, 2024
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One of the best coffee spots in the city. I had a latte, wife had a matcha. Both were excellent. Cool vibe inside, great neighbourhood.... I just wish there was more seating indoors.
J'ai découvert le café Alphabet après avoir déménagé dans le quartier cet été peu après leur ouverture. J'ai tout de suite accrocher avec l'ambiance, & quand j'ai vu qu'il faisait le Freddo Cap, cela m'a toute de suite replongé en Grèce lors de mon voyage là-bas. Je n'en avais pas bu depuis plusieurs années. Je suis revenue plusieurs fois, & j'ai commencé à connaître Tony & Tommy, les propriétaires du café & du torréfacteur Ambros. Je m'attendais pas à devenir très bonne amie avec eux, mais leur accueil chaleureux, leur bonne humeur & leur bienveillance m'ont conquis. Ils sont toujours très attentifs au besoin de leur clientèle, & permettre à tout le monde de trouver une place pour jaser, socialiser & apprécier le moment présent. C'est plus qu'un café, c'est un moment partagé avec tous les gens qui vont là-bas, & il y a de belles rencontres qui se font. Tom & Tony sont reconnaissant de leur clients, & leur party de Noël qu'ils ont organisés étaient à leur manière un geste pour remercier leur plus proches clients. Je peux dire sans hésitation que c'est ma découverte 2023 en restauration pour l'ambiance, le café de qualité & les viennoiseries & pâtisseries. Je vous recommande fortement d'y passer & de venir boire un freddo (l'essayer c'est l'adopter, & qui sait vous m'y verrez peut-être :P). Si vous n'aimez pas le café, ils ont créé un Freddo Matcha qui est incroyable. Je suis une grande fan & une adepte d'Alphabet !
All the staff members are beyond nice & attentive. They make you feel welcome right away! The matcha is some of the best in town & the vibe is always impeccable. 10/10
Jan 3, 2024
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I've gone here a few times & every time has been fantastic ! I've had their chai latte & matcha & both were amazing. If you like foamy drinks, this is the place to go. The atmosphere of the place is nice & calm, & the service was friendly & quick whenever I visited. It's a bit more on the expensive side as far as drinks go (around 6$ for a chai) but very much worth the price for a place in Mile End.
J'avais peut être de trop haute attente en lien avec les bons commentaires sur les réseaux sociaux. Très beau café, ambiance très sympa. Le staff est gentil & courtois. Seul bémol, je suis peut-être difficile sur mon matcha, mais clairement le goût était celui d'un matcha brûlé (eau trop chaude), un peu déçue. Le freddo cappucino était bon!
only ended up here because i was irate after getting lost trying to navigate some horrible maze of construction in this heatwave & decided to settle for the nearest cafe, but it’s better than where i was trying to go in the first place
matcha freddo was mellow & calming. i typically am lukewarm to western matcha drinks but it really is that good. maybe it was fate to get lost to have this…?
