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.
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!
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Delicious & well crafted food. Amzing breakfast place. But the seat organization & management needs some work. The corner bear the coffee machine can benefit from renovation (replace the chair stands with small tables). Many customers take longer than they should (work on their laptop, study etc. ). They should implement a clear policy to improve the dine-in experience.
Lovely cafe, but very busy. We arrived around 9am on a Sunday thinking it'd be fairly quiet but had to queue for 15-20 mins to order. Other than that, it was all very tasty. Delicious coffee & matcha, & amazing pancakes. The atmosphere was really nice too, & staff were very friendly too!
Nice café with good vibes. The food is delicious, with a good variety of small bites & meals. Staff is knowledgeable so don't hesitate to ask for help when selecting which coffee beans to buy.
Beautiful setting in a light an airy space filled with nice seating. The baristas are always super friendly & the service is quick. This is a great spot for studying with a delicious hot cup of coffee if you're looking to romanticize the colder months of the year in the city.
What an amazing surprise! Amazing coffee, service & food. We had the deluxe breakfast sandwich, the pancakes & two iced lattes ~ & ended up bringing home some coffee beans 🫘 . The wait was worth it!!
Amazing place with amazing food ! The pancakes were delicious & the coffee was good ! It was full of people so I waited a bit to order & receive it, but it's fine!
Had been wanting to visit this cafe for a long time, was finally able to. Loved the vibe of this place. Went on a Monday, & it was pretty packed with a lineup. I personally loved the soup. As far as I know, weekends are crazy to go here. The ice coffee was on point & also my breakfast sandwich with tomato soup, soo good.
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The food was good but the experience could be better. I do recommend, the whole menu looks amazing, will have to go again! edit: i went again, they have good coffee & the halloumi toast is excellent
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I've been there once. Good place, but it's really small, more like a grab coffee & walk-out place than sitting & sipping place. I was wearing a jacket, but there was no place to hang it. Only two spots at the bar were free, & I had to somehow hold my jacket, my purse, & manage to eat the pancakes. There were many people around staying in the queue, who also barely had space standing between tables. Not comfortable at all. Although the food was good 👍🏻
The best iced latte in Montreal! September Surf is a very cool cafe in a cute neighbourhood. The food & coffee is excellent, the prices are really good too! I also love the classic breakfast sandwich, pancakes & avocado toast. I haven't tried other things but I have heard everything non the menu is delicious. I visit a few times a week & the quality is always there. However, often (especially on weekends), you can be waiting over an hour outside in line. In the summer it gets quite hot as there aren't many trees near by. The staff works really hard trying to get ppl through & they have a good system set up but it still takes FOREVER & can be very overstimulating/ loud. Perhaps an order ahead system could help fast track some orders? Either way it's such a minor issue compared to the quality I still frequent September.
This is my second time to visit. The first time I just stepped into the restaurant & left immediately because the place was too hot & too crowded. This time, I wanted to give it a try because a friend insisted that I should try it. The food & coffee are good. It's a self-service cafe - you have to line up to order, then you have to pick up your coffee & fill your own water. You'll have to look for a table & set yourself up. The plates will be served on the table, but the tables are uncomfortable. The only quiet place is the backyard, which smells like fish. I don't think I will come again.
Stumbled upon this place because we just wanted to grab some bites & coffee & apple maps showed this was the closest one. Upon arrival, it was busy & there was a line that went out along the side walk. The line goes fast though so if you want to try this place, definitely do. Ordered the fried chicken sandwich & had fries. Multiple seating areas & a small back patio area. 2 Bathroom available Food was good & variety of options on the menu. Service was great. Definitely would recommend! Amenities: Tables, Outdoor seating, Bathroom
