Overall, Café Noctis receives praise for a warm, cozy vibe, strong coffee, tasty pastries, and a welcoming late hours atmosphere with friendly staff and an evolving space that some say breathes better after changes; at the same time a number of reviews mention a dingy feel with dirty walls and a large television that clashes with the cafe vibe, as well as occasional slow service and long waits, small portions on certain dishes, and pricing that can feel high, though several patrons note improvements over time.
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 :)))
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.
Jan 9, 2026
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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.
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
Sep 1, 2025
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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.
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.
May 29, 2025
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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.
