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.
Waited an hour for my order breakfast sandwich, tomato soup, & a cold chai latte with almond milk. Everything was super average, nothing special. Wouldn't go back.
We went there on Sunday & had to be on the line for around 50 mins, but was definitely worth it. Everything tasted so nice & fresh. Loved the halloumi toast, & the breakfast sandwich & avocado toast were pretty good as well.
the hype is real, the line up is long but so worth the wait. Everything was absolutely divine, I cannot wait to come back & visit. breakfast sandwich, tomato soup, grilled cheese, & pancakes did not miss. Order the whole menu if you have to.
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.
September Surf Café is a must-visit in Montreal.
Their Classic Pancakes, Avocado Toast, & Halloumi Cheese Sandwich are the favourites, but the Halloumi Sandwich stands out the most. Its complex, well-balanced flavours never get boring, & it's satisfying to the last bite.
Don't miss the Chocolate Chip Cookie & Matcha Cookie for takeout-they're perfect little treats.
It's easy to spend over $60 for two, even just for breakfast, but the quality & atmosphere make it absolutely worth it.
If you want to avoid the lines, arrive at 8 AM.
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!
May 25, 2025
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I have heard nothing but wonderful things about September cafe. We got there early so we didn't have to wait in the long line. I got the breakfast sandwich & it just did not live up to the hype. It was good but nothing amazing & outstanding like I had heard. It was pretty cheap for the sandwich so that's a plus. Sitting outside in the back patio was okay, happy to have been able to sit outside at least. Not somewhere I would be dying to go back to.
The food is top tier. I ordered a Halloumi sandwich & it's soo good, the pesto underneath with arugula, cheese & nuts.🤌🏻🤌🏻 my friend & I also ordered the pancake. It's hella big & fluffy. Despite the waiting time a bit long because it's so crowded but overall soo good
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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There is a reason why there were line ups out the door for a Saturday morning. Glad we waited & line moved quickly.
We ordered the breakfast sandwich & deluxe sandwich- my husband said it was one of the best sandwiches he's had.
The pancakes looked incredible so we'll have to order next time.
They have seating both indoor & outdoor.
I've been coming to September 2-3 times a month for a few years now & I'll probably never stop going. Consistent coffee & matcha (always delicious, especially when made by barista Sonora). Consistent food (also always delicious). The breakfast sandwich is a fave of mine, as well as the tomato soup with grilled cheese. I do love the pancakes & the halloumi toast as well! But really you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I find the prices are well worth the value. Only downside is the seating areas since it's normally so packed. I recommend going on a weekday if you can or close to when they open on the weekend.
The line outside may be annoying sometimes but trust me it's worth it! Wanna start a say the right way? Get a breakfast sandwich Deluxe! It is soooo good! I don't love pickles & I live the one in it!
September Cafe delivered on quality & pricing, making my visit enjoyable. I'd seen long lines before & wondered if it was overhyped, but the experience justified its popularity-though the wait might not be essential.
The banana bread was outstanding, & the latte, chocolate cookie, & sandwich déjeuner were all well-made. Seating was tight due to constant crowds, but the space was thoughtfully decorated & efficient.
No regrets-good food, fair prices, & a nice vibe. I'll be back to try more from the menu, confident it'll be just as good.
Mar 31, 2025
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Love this place! Portions are big & filling, but more importantly, it tastes very good. The halloumi sandwich & the fries are must-tries. Atmosphere is generally great, but sometimes it can get a little too crowded.
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!!
This place has a lot of hype as it is always busy even on weekdays during the day. The cafe looks nice enough but the issue is the undecided atmosphere. You have 30% of the people there doing work on their laptops. But there is no wifi offered & limited outlets, so it's almost like they are forcing it as a work space. On top of this the rest of the people there are chatting away. I initially came here to eat & get some work done but did not find it a suitable space to work & went to another cafe afterwards. I ordered a breakfast sandwich & I have to say it was pretty plain. The pancakes seem to be popular though so I might need to spin back for those sometime.
Yummy food & nice ambiance! Their breakfast sandwich, banana bread & their fried chicken sandwich are everything. I also tried their Hallomi toast & it was lovely & different from what I've tried everywhere else!
