Reviews describe Café September as a vibrant, busy brunch spot where pancakes are a must and items like avocado toast, halloumi toast, tomato soup, grilled cheese, and tasty coffee or matcha frequently score highly; the atmosphere is energetic and welcoming, but seating is tight and lines are common, leading to longer waits or turnover concerns, with mixed notes on service depending on the visit and some pricing comments.
Good coffee & food, I particularly enjoyed the grilled cheese (slightly spicy) & tomato soup. The deluxe breakfast sandwich was yummy but felt more like a lunch item. Service can be slow
May 2, 2026
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Beautiful café with a cozy ambiance & great attention to detail. The coffee is rich & smooth, & the overall service from the staff is very welcoming, Food is amazing & overall vibe is top notch.
Excellent café with a really refined & welcoming atmosphere. September Café stands out for its attention to detail, both in the quality of the food & the overall experience. The coffee is consistently well made, with balanced flavors & great presentation, & the menu offers a thoughtful selection of dishes that feel fresh & carefully crafted.
The space itself is beautifully designed, with a clean, modern aesthetic that still feels warm & inviting. It's the kind of place where you can sit comfortably whether you're catching up with someone or spending time on your own. The staff are friendly, attentive, & contribute to a smooth & enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Overall, a standout café that delivers on quality, ambiance, & service, definitely worth visiting.
September Café is easily my favorite brunch spot in the city.
The atmosphere is always on point, a cool, trendy crowd that gives the place a great energy.
The food is amazing, fresh, flavorful, & consistently delicious. & the coffee? Just as impressive. Rich, well-balanced, & exactly what you want with a great brunch.
If you're looking for a go-to brunch place with great vibes, excellent food, & really good coffee, this is it.
I completely understand the hype of the place. Such a niche vibe. The crowd felt amazing, the place, though tight in space, felt a hearty. I would say that finding space was an issue but if just stick around for 10 - 15 minutes, you will find a nice table.
good coffee, good matcha & good food. Must try is the breakfast sandwhich & their burger. A must try of you are in Montreal for more than 5 days.
The food was so good & worth the hype. The coffee was also great. Their pastries are also amazing. I felt the service was okay & there isn't much seating inside.
Jan 27, 2026
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Absolutely amazing brunch spot. I love that the menu is not too big & that they really focus on doing a few things very well, while still offering good variety. The pancakes are iconic & a must try. They are the perfect balance of fluffy, sweet, savoury, buttery, & everything you want in a pancake. The food quality is excellent, portion sizes are generous, & prices are very reasonable.
The matcha & coffee are great, the atmosphere is warm & inviting, & the service is kind & friendly. It does get quite busy, so be prepared to wait, but it is well worth it for one of the best brunches I have had.
Excellent coffee place with great food options.
The pancakes are excellent & à must try. I have also tried the avocado toast which is delicious on brioche bread, with a generous amount of avocado.
The halloumi toast is also very good again generous portions.
I like their matcha latte which is good.
The only inconvenience is that you can have a long line to eat there especially in the summer & week-ends & there is no reservations.
Most of places for seating are like social table & bar section.
You need prepare yourself self for long standing in a line & outside.
You need to stand in the line even inside for your order, then you can seat & waiter/waitress will serve your order by number or they call you in the counter. It makes the ambiance too noisy.
Even though there's always a lineup but its one of my favorite local brunch spots. They provided great coffee. & the food is amazing. We love the Pancake with the maple syrup & butter on top, such a good combination. & i love the halloumi toast, it comes with toast, grilled cheese & mixed veggies on top. It gives the perfect tastes with their dressings. Also the tomato soup is really good.
So happy that we can finally stop by at this place.
We went on a weekday around 11am & the wait was pretty long! This place seems to always have a line & although the food & everything was good, it's definitely overrated! We waited almost 30 mins after ordering & paying for coffee & breakfast sandwich to-go. After eating & drinking the food, it didn't feel memorable & I'm certain I can find same or better elsewhere for a fraction of the price & time. Overall, it was fun trying it but I wouldn't consider ever going back merely because of how the wait is… doesn't feel worth it!
