Overall, Café Noctis is described as a cozy, welcoming neighborhood cafe with a homey vibe, friendly staff, and a strong focus on coffee and pastries. The coffee is repeatedly praised as well balanced and not burnt, with notes of wood, chocolate, and nutty characters and occasional special drinks like rosewater or pistachio lattes; the pastry selection includes bagels and a variety of desserts with some gluten free options, plus vegetarian treats and house made ice cream. The atmosphere stands out as relaxing and charming, with comfortable seating and a terrace in warm weather, and occasional events such as poetry nights or live music that foster a sense of community. A few reviews mention drawbacks such as slow service at peak times, longer waits for certain items, and changes to kitchen hours that can be confusing or disappointing. Still, many say the space invites return for the warm welcome, late hours compared with nearby spots, and a vibe that feels like a home away from home.
Good coffee but the place is overall dingy
I understand the vintage vibe but the pale green walls are visibly dirty
The choice to add an enormous television playing teams sports also seems at odds with the vibe they were going for.
Unlikely to return
Coming back they made changes. Its more open with the kitchen & makes it breathe more. The employee was much better this time around & the coffee also tasted better.------
First review:
First visit was a 3/5 The bagel was nice! I would go back & buy one. Same for baklava* /snacks.Nice spot, nice area 3.5/5Employee was nice, however he was bummed out that I didn't like the option he wanted me to try. Then joked about me paying having to pay for the initial drink that I wanted after I said I didn't really like whatever he offered me tk try --- which slightly annoyed me ---- besides that he was nice.
I did say' the sweetness level was perfect tho' & then the one after was bitter. So that kind of sucked I wish I had kept the one I didnt like as much because it was made with love, second one not so much.Again bagel was good, wait time for the bagel was long considering no one else ordered at the time of me placing my order :)))
Feb 19, 2026
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Honestly, hands down the best cafe I had in Wellington Street. I've walked past it a few times but finally popped in this morning, & I'm so glad I did. The coffee was spot on not burnt like some other places nearby & the staff were genuinely friendly. It's got a really cozy vibe too. Definitely my new go-to spot. Highly recommend!
Visiting Noctis cafe is unforgettable experience of authentic & artisanal cuisine & atmosphere in general. The place changed a lot since opening, they DIY everything , changing all the time in deep search of best solution to create cosy home-like space, where you can rest, recover & feel comfortable like at home. Friendly baristas, desserts that are vegetarian, healthy & never boring. Also i want to put a fat accent on the coffee. Own roast &'one grain' strategy created mathematically achieved flavour that brings wood, chocolate, smoky & nutty notes but kept vibe of classic second wave coffee. That's definitely something that you should try when you visit! Shutout & appreciation to the Noctis cafe 🫶🏻
A super warm, easygoing café that instantly makes you feel welcome. Great coffee, kind people, & a cozy vibe that makes you want to linger just a bit longer.
I love the idea of a coffee shop that stays open later! There are games & comfy chairs inside the cafe where people can gather. In summer, the outdoor terrace is open late & is such a lovely spot. However, the coffee here is really overpriced considering it is not very good. Additionally, the service is unusually slow for a coffee shop.
Jan 8, 2026
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Shame that they can't make a good matcha latte. It has no flavour & isn't well balanced. I would come again only to try the coffee & because the ambiance is nice
I love the food & coffee here but when I went tonight around 8:30 pm, I was informed the kitchen now closes at 3 pm. This is not indicated anywhere on their website so I had no way of knowing before walking all the way there. I don't know how recent this change is but you used to be able to get hot food in the evening no problem. Noctis is the only café open late in the area & their menu also stands out, so I don't understand why they would close their kitchen at 3 pm. Really disappointing, I hope they change it back.
Jun 24, 2025
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Best coffee in town. Sergei is very gentle & care about his clients. Meilleur café en ville. Sergei est très gentil & prend très à coeur le service à ses clients.
I love this spot! They have great coffee & a wide selection of vegan almond-based desserts. The staff is nice, the place is open late, & if you're lucky, you might just catch a live show.
I'm so happy we have a café in verdu that is open so late! I don't like to have to go to a bar to spend time with friends so having the option to get coffee & pastries instead is really great.
They have gluten free options for the pastries & their coffee is tasty.
This café is a bit more of a walk from my place but i find myself coming back more & more because of its charm. Great selection of pastries (including gluten free options), & brunch items like sandwiches & good tea & coffee options. They've got a large selection of seats 2 including arm chair sofas in the front. They've also got a self-serve water dispenser with cups & even some books/magazines to flip through.
I got the chocolate cake slice I got was soft & moist with a slightly textured exterior & the hot chocolate was decadent & rich. On a different occasion i came with a friend & have tried both the lamb sausage sandwich & the hummus sandwhich. The hummus sandwhich was great but could have been slightly more filling with more toppings/sauce in there while the lamb sausage sandwhich was really juicy, filling & flavourful. I'm definitely looking forward to make this cozy spot a go to in the future.
