Overall, Café September emerges as a buzzing Montreal brunch staple, beloved for fluffy pancakes, avocado toast, halloumi toast, tomato soup with grilled cheese, and a compact yet flavorful menu that tends to deliver comfort food and solid coffee. The vibe is lively and casual, with surf-inspired decor and a crowded, sometimes noisy atmosphere that makes seating tight and the space feel busy. Lines are long, especially on weekends, but many note that the wait is worth it for the quality and consistency of the food. Standout items frequently praised include the pancakes, avocado toast, halloumi toast, and the tomato soup with grilled cheese, while the matcha and coffee are commonly described as satisfying. Service is mixed, ranging from friendly and efficient to overwhelmed during peak hours, and the ordering system (counter service with self seating) can feel hectic. Overall, it offers a dependable brunch experience with strong flavors, provided patience with crowds and limited seating are acceptable.
One of my favourite local brunch spots. Love the pancakes & breakfast sandwich. Honestly every item I've tried on the menu really hit home. Only complaint is the ridiculously long line on the weekends & limited seating as well. Going there has to be a time investment in the mornings which is honestly be a detternt.
Amazing brunch !! There is always a line but it moves quickly, the place is always crowded in a good way. The pancakes & egg sandwich taste amazing 🤩 however the avocado&egg toast was not it at all the egg was really cold & not fresh 🫤 love their matcha also 🍵 Would have given it a 5/5 if the place was bigger & if the the egg was ready in the right temperature.
Apr 26, 2025
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If you're hunting for a fantastic coffee & brunch experience, this is the place to be! I've explored nearly all of Montreal's hottest spots, & I can confidently say this gem ranks in my top three! The pancakes? Absolutely out of this world! You simply can't miss them!
Café September is a must try, & for good reason! This cozy spot serves up some truly outstanding brunch fare. The avocado toast is a revelation, & the pancakes are simply divine. Don't forget to grab a cup of their excellent coffee, it's the perfect pairing. this café is small & incredibly popular though, so the service can be slow & arriving early is highly recommended. The lively atmosphere is part of its charm, & the friendly staff make the experience even better. Despite the crowds, the quality of the food & the overall vibe make Café September a must-visit for any brunch enthusiast!
Super spot pour le brunch. Le toast champignons & burrata est wow, les pancakes sont vraiment bons aussi. Seul bémol le système pour manger sur place. Le week-end c'est l'ENFER! Pourquoi ne pas ouvrir la deuxième salle qui sert au Stem le soir?
Found this place via Montreal Tiktok so we decided to try it out & it didn't disappoint us! There was limited seat & the cafe was super busy!! Luckily, we got seat & ordered brunch I ordered americano & grilled cheese with soup - amazing! The soup was super tasty & it went very well with the grilled cheese My friend got herself the sandwich deluxe & capuchino. She wasn't a fan of the cafe but she enjoyed the sandwich Highly recommend!!
Jan 24, 2025
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I liked this brunch place but not everything was perfect. The service, is not really present, you need to put your plates away at the end of your meal, you need to wait at the counter to get your drinks, they don't bring it to you. We only tried the famous pancakes. They are very nice & fluffy but I have to say that ours were nearly undercooked inside & also very very filling, not very light. I would not take this for only one person. We only ate half our plate each.
Toujours un plaisir de venir au September, que ce soit pour le déjeuner ou le brunch le service & la qualité est au rendez-vous. Allez y les yeux fermés
Sep 3, 2024
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L'attente dépasse souvent les 30-40 minutes commande comprise mais il vaut le coup! Le brunch est délicieux, les pancakes sont vraiment incroyable & le cadre est plutôt sympa. Les tables dehors ne sont pas très agréables mais il y a quelques tables à l'intérieur qui sont en hauteur & un peu mieux pour manger. Probablement un des meilleurs brunch de Montréal !
Toast halloumi was soooo great!! I add extra jambon & it was even more delicious! A perfect combination!! Remember you need to order food at the bar first & then find a seat for yourself. So the line was moving really slow. 😔 not so friendly for solo brunch
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Super adresse de brunch / déjeuner ! L'avocado toast & les pancakes sont divins. C'est un peu bruyant à l'intérieur malheureusement mais je recommande néanmoins fortement cette addresse.
