Cafe Fernanda comes across as a welcoming neighborhood spot in Mile End with a cozy, European inspired vibe and a warm host. The coffee program features robust espressos, creamy cortados, bold cappuccinos, and a standout matcha, while the pastry case is famed for pasteis de nata imported from Portugal, described as flaky with a creamy center, alongside other treats and a savory grilled cheese option. The atmosphere blends quiet study space with occasional liveliness, and power outlets plus comfy seating make it a good spot to work or relax, though music volume is sometimes noted as too loud. Service is regularly praised as friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, with stories of staff going the extra mile to accommodate requests or fetch fresh bread for a grilled cheese. Decor and ambience mix rustic Portuguese charm with modern touches, creating a cozy space that invites lingering and conversation. Some reviews mention minor inconsistencies such as drinks arriving lukewarm or certain pastries not meeting expectations, but the overall impression remains a charming cafe experience with top notch natas and solid coffee.
We just got 4 coffees to go, oat milk for the cappuccino, they have it all, & the coffees were great! Lovely little cafe, cozy atmosphere & very friendly staff. 💕 will try to come back to try the yummy-looking pastries & Portuguese grilled cheese sandwich.
I went to cafe Fernanda after work to grab a matcha & it was phenomenal!! I am a big matcha lover & this is honestly top 3 of best matcha I've ever had. Not to mention their grilled cheese is pact with flavour & every bite is savoury & incredible. Highly recommend this place.
I absolutely LOVE this little café. In the middle of a neighbourhood that is favoured with good cafés, this is my favourite ... & I've tried lots of them. Fernanda is Portuguese in flavour & you can certainly indulge your craving for a Pastel de Nata, but there are other treats too. For a light lunch, have a Portuguese grilled cheese including sun-dried tomato with optional chorizo or ham. Coffee or tea of course.
Pierre is a wonderful host. You'll enjoy your visit. Olå
Love this themed coffee shop. The cappuccino is so flavorful & bold. Grilled cheese is just what I needed on a cold rainy day & ambience is perfect for a good Sunday read. Highly recommend!
Mignon café avec ambiance agréable. Service super ! Nous avons pris un latté, un moka, des nata, un carré aux pacanes & un grilled cheese. Formats des cafés un peu petits mais tout était délicieux. Je recommande.
I never write reviews, but I am leaving one for this cafe for the exceptional service! My daughter & I have visited a number of times. On one occasion we asked for a grilled cheese, but they just had run out of bread - they actually ran to a nearby bakery to get bread just to make us a grilled cheese! Another time, they told us we could wait a few minutes if we wanted a pastel de nata fresh out of the oven, instead of serving us one behind the glass. This cafe is easy to miss because of the tiny entryway, but I am always impressed by the warm & friendly atmosphere, & the beautiful lighting. We went back again today, & we were amazed when the owner walked over holding my daughter's stuffed animal that we must have left months ago! Not only did he remember who it belonged to, but he made my daughter's day by describing how he had fed her food & water, & kept her cozy while she waited. The grilled cheese is great, & so are the desserts & drinks! I love the matcha. We give this cafe five stars! :D
May 10, 2025
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Je suis allée l'autre jour découvrir ce nouvel espace (j'adore les cafés du Mile End). Je pensais que ce serait un endroit confortable pour travailler... mais je n'y suis pas restée très longtemps. Les pâtisseries sont ok, mais le grilled cheese était sans plus. En plus, les choix musicaux étaient distrayants & le volume trop fort.
Cafe Fernanda is a welcoming café unfortunately the food & drinks are pretty average, we tried the grilled cheese & the iced macha which was pretty watery!
Really great place. Perfect to sit & read or have a chat with a friend. Coffee is solid, & the Grilled Cheese w Chorizo is one of the best snacks you can get in the neighborhood!
Mar 2, 2025
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