Reviewers describe Café San Gennaro as an authentic Italian spot with a welcoming vibe, where Roman style square pizzas, fresh pastries, and robust espresso stand out. The pizzas are praised for crisp crusts and flavorful toppings, cannoli with crisp shells and creamy fillings, and pistachio bomboloni that are a dessert highlight. The staff are consistently friendly and attentive, adding to the homey atmosphere and the sense of being in Italy, occasionally with Italian speaking staff. The menu also features focaccia sandwiches and a wide range of sweets, though seating can be limited and the space can feel crowded at peak times. A few notes mention price concerns and occasional confusion about wall pricing, and some reviews point to changes in the coffee that affect the overall experience. Overall Café San Gennaro comes across as a beloved local gem that draws guests for a quick bite, coffee, and desserts as well as a memorable Italian cafe experience.
Like this place is everything, it's a gem in the heart of MTL,I go there since two years & I can't describe the taste, go & discover it yourself, & oh yes I recommend everything but specially the Canolli 😍🥹🥹, atmosphere is not bad I wish that they have tables to sit & enjoy coffee & desserts during winter like they do during the summer ❤️
Very delicious pizza slices fresh & tasty The latte was unexpectedly great!!! Service was excellent & servers were nice but keep in mind its packed with too many people & you wont find a space to sit down until you wait but its worth it! I will definitely come back!
The pizza & the Lattes were amazing! But the best of all was our server Tom. Incredibly handsome, & his chat with us made our time there wonderful. 10/10 would recommend to everybody!
Dec 17, 2023
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
Une agréable surprise matinale! En faisant ma marche de santé, je suis tombé par hasard sur ce charmant café italien ouvert tôt. Dès mon arrivée, j'ai été accueilli avec des sourires chaleureux de tout le personnel, ce qui a ajouté une première touche de bonheur à ma journée. Le service était exceptionnel; on m'a offert un délicieux café & m'a demandé comment ça allait, créant ainsi un deuxième moment de bonheur. Ma première gorgée de café a été une véritable expérience en soi, transportant mes papilles en Toscane. Trois petits bonheurs en cascade qui ont assuré que ma journée serait merveilleuse. Merci à toute l'équipe pour cette expérience mémorable!
Dec 9, 2023
on Google
🍽️
Know where to eat in Montreal before everyone else.
Get the first look at the hottest openings, secret menus, and RestoMontreal.ca's weekly top picks. Join 50,000+ foodies.
All I can say is wow! The decor is excellent. I loved all the oldies music playing. The pizza & dessert was out of this world! Last but not least was the excellent service of Thomas. His charm & grace alone warrants another visit. See you soon & many thanks!
My favourite spot in town for the best pizza, pistachio filled croissant & affogato! Great spot for a stop during a biking journey through town, for a quick business meeting or even to impress a date! Variety of pizza selection, cannot go wrong with any choice. Staff is always friendly & go the extra mile for their clients. One great example I experienced, I ordered an affogato. To my approved request, I had it customized to be served on a flavourful gelato of my choice & to top it up with a shot of Bailey's! Their quality of coffee is amongst the best in town as well! Looking forward to my next visit, as usual! Thank you for the delightful experiences!
La pizza était super bonne! La croûte était croustillante & moelleuse, il y avait beaucoup de sauce, c'était super! Malheureusement, je n'ai pas vécu la même expérience avec le beigne. J'ai trouvé celui-ci beaucoup trop huileux. J'avais l'impression de croquer dans une éponge d'huile. C'est tout ce que je vais dire dessus. C'est très petit comme endroit, alors les tables semblent plus service de place pour attendre sa commande que pour manger. Finalement, ils m'ont dit que ma commande allait prendre 15 minutes, alors que cela a pris le double. J'avais bien faim😆 Je ne recommande pas cet endroit pour les étudiants, car je trouve cela un peu cher.
