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Cafe Aunja

Downtown
4.6$
OPEN10 am - 7 pm
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Cafe Aunja Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Come and join us in our charming and cozy gallery cafe, just a few blocks away from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Here, you can read books, mix and match your own tea, listen to music and enjoy the gallery. Café Aunja is a perfect hideaway for a meal or for a drink. Hope to see you soon!

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Reviews for Cafe Aunja

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on Google4.6 (2200+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Cafe Aunja is described as a cozy and vibrant Persian inspired cafe with warm, eclectic decor and intimate spaces that invite lingering over breakfast or a book. Reviewers praise the fresh, generous food such as mountain omelette, lentil soup, Persian style sandwiches, and saffron cake, with many calling the Persian fog and London fog standout drinks. The atmosphere ranges from quietly comforting to lively and crowded on weekends, with some tables feeling tight and the noise level high when busy; reservations are often recommended to avoid waiting. The service is generally friendly and attentive, though a few visits report a slower pace during peak times. Aunja is also noted for its extensive tea and dessert menu, bookish ambiance, and a sense of homey hospitality that makes it a go to spot for studying, meeting friends, or casual meals. Overall it is seen as a unique Montreal fixture with a distinctive menu, strong drinks, and a warm vibe, albeit at a premium price.
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Persian fog tea. Omg. Amazing flavours. The baklava was *amazing*. What a lovely stop after the gallery visit

Jul 16, 2024
on Google

Wow, unexpectedly came across this cafe. It has such a lovely atmosphere. The food & the drinks are delicious. Loved the Persian fog & the chicken Koukou

Jul 11, 2024
on Google

Try the Persian Fog

Jul 7, 2024
on Google

Great food, love their Persian fog & their decorations. A must-go if you like Iranian style cafe!

May 4, 2024
on Google

Hubby & I visiting Montreal & this cafe is the best one we had here. The ginger tea & London fog are unreal that we came back twice for the drinks & had to have the food! A hidden gem with amazing drinks, food, atmosphere & service. Such friendly, amazing staff too! Highly recommend it! Wish we had a place like this back home ❤️

May 3, 2024
on Google

Absolutely loved their Persian fog & the cookies! Definitely would try their saffron cake when I have the chance! Also love the woody/cozy vibe they did with this place

May 2, 2024
on Google

All the food was great. Personal recommendations: Persian Fog, Grilled Veg. Sandwich.

Apr 15, 2024
on Google

Delicious London Fog & mille feuilles. Everything else looked & smelled amazing.

Apr 9, 2024
on Google

I love this place , cozy homie feeling. & the persian fog tea is such a comforting drink 🥰

Apr 7, 2024
on Google

True Gem in Montreal. We had soup & Persian Fog. Both excellent. Totally recommended

Mar 23, 2024
on Google

Cool place to have a coffee. We will come back to eat also. We tried the persian fog, different & nice.

Mar 19, 2024
on Google

My favourite café in Montreal hands down. It feels so cozy & homey, perfect for catching up with a friend, journaling, drawing or just sipping on some really good tea. I always get the Persian Fog & it never disappoints. It's a perfect balance between sweet & salty. I've also tried the Persian Fragrance tea which is another great option & the Chicken Koukou. Not a huge fan of the chicken Koukou as I found it to be a bit bland, but that's a personal preference.

Feb 28, 2024
on Google

Cozy & tasty. I loved the sandwiches & the Lebanese fog

Feb 3, 2024
on Google

One of my favorite café to read or hang out with friends. Everyone working there is sooo nice & the food/drinks are amazing! It's very cozy, warm & welcoming. I always take a Persian Fog & a Ferni, but they also have really good tea options :)

Jan 25, 2024
on Google

Loved my time at Cafe Aunja. Their Persian Fog is a must-try & the saffron cake a gem. Cozy atmosphere!

Jan 21, 2024
on Google

Nous avions un petit coin car c'était super occupé! J'ai essayé le Persan Fog & Wow!! Super bon je recommande! Un des seuls café downtown que j'aime beaucoup pour l'ambiance & les bons produits!

Jan 9, 2024
on Google

Their Persian Fog & soups are delicious!

Jan 5, 2024
on Google

Quaint little Persian café, great ambiance & sitting space. We tried the Persian Fog & Ginger Tea - both were great. The Chicken Koukous Sandwich wasn't up to our taste. But its a great place to meet friends, would love to try more of their menu. Only the chicken & Beef is halal here, not the sausage & Turkey. So best to ask the staff before you order, if Halal food is a compulsion for you.

Dec 21, 2023
on Google

the Persian fog was awesome, the sandwich & dessert were perfect, Great staff, service, atmosphere🤩❤️

Dec 16, 2023
on Google

The avocado & chicken sandwiches were tasty. The Persian fog & iced latte were also good.

Nov 15, 2023
on Google