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.
We were recommended this place, & I'm glad we gave it a shot. The grilled cheese soup & pancake were both exceptional; they were distinct & unique. Preparing the coffee was done professionally, & as a coffee enthusiast, I can give them a thumbs up. September Cafe is definitely worth trying out. What's more, the staff were friendly & welcoming, & even during their busy hours, they didn't compromise on service.
Great ambience & veeeery nice staff. It was crowded but we were sitting by the time our food arrived (which was quick!) Portions were big & we actually couldn't finish! We tried grilled cheese with soup & pancakes 🥞 they were both VERY delicious. We enjoyed our food & will definitely be back to try their smoked salmon salad 🥗 The coffee ☕️ was also very well made. Great job guys 👏🏻
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Regular stop for me for great coffee. Service is always extremely friendly & warm. The vibe is great, albeit there's generally a swarm of people here at virtually all times. I only get pancakes here because their pancakes have ruined all other pancakes for me. They're the best. The breakfast sandwich also hits the spot. Definitely a good spot.
Super busy & for good reason! This cafe is amazing - fantastic food, great service, nice ambiance. We got the pancakes which were fluffy & flavorful & the grilled cheese was the best one I've ever had. Can't wait to go back next time we're in Montreal!
Good food & coffee but so crowded. To no fault to the owners but personally dont feel very comfortable when people are squeezed in like sardines & everyone is watching ur every move for the chance at a table.
Dec 28, 2023
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This place IMO is A1. Def gotta try the grilled cheese with tomato soup. Only thing that caught my eye is that the cooks aren't wearing gloves. Would be a great look if they wear gloves hence the fact that they're exposed to the public.
One of the best mocha's I've had! This cafe offered a wide selection of food to choose from as well as coffee of course. The atmosphere is definitely more of a modern cafe & was quite busy when I went (which can be a good sign as well). Mocha was nice & rich. (Sorry for not reviewing in French)
Un brunch très sympa avec des aliments de saison. Le latte était aussi très bien fait avec du bon café ! J'y suis allée un samedi midi lorsqu'il y avait beaucoup de monde & j'ai tout de même passé un très bon moment. L'endroit & chaleur & on se régale à un prix vraiment raisonnable
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On a pris 2 sandwichs vraiment incroyables avec une sauce maison complètement folle. Les pancakes sont fondants à souhait ! Je reviendrais, c'est sur !
