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Café September

Little Burgundy
4.5$
OPEN8 am - 3 pm
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Café September Little Burgundy, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Café September operates as a minimalist sanctuary dedicated to clean, vegetable-forward nutrition and artisanal caffeine preparation. The kitchen prioritizes seasonal produce, offering thoughtfully plated grain bowls, nutrient-dense salads, and fermented specialties that emphasize clarity of flavor. Every dish relies on high-quality, whole-food ingredients sourced to maximize nutritional density without unnecessary additives. The physical space features a restrained aesthetic with warm timber accents and expansive windows, creating an environment that favors focus and quiet conversation. Patrons encounter a carefully curated menu where complex flavor profiles emerge from the simplicity of roasting, steaming, and raw preparation techniques. This establishment functions as a primary destination for those seeking a disciplined approach to healthy eating within an intentionally quiet, architecturally modern environment that values subtle design over visual clutter.

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4.5669 ratings
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Reviews for Café September

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Café September is a highly popular Montreal brunch destination that generates significant buzz, often resulting in long lineups and a crowded, energetic atmosphere. While many patrons praise the food as delicious and worth the wait, particularly the signature fluffy pancakes, halloumi toast, and grilled cheese with tomato soup, experiences regarding the service and seating can be inconsistent. The cafe features a minimalist, trendy aesthetic with both indoor and outdoor patio options, though the counter-order system and limited seating can make finding a spot challenging during peak hours. Opinions on the overall value remain mixed, as some guests find the quality exceptional enough to justify the price and time, while others feel the experience is overhyped and note that service quality can vary depending on the staff.
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Tee
5.0

The pancakes were delicious! Lots of space to sit. Kind & fast service.

Jun 6, 2026
on Google
Minho
3.0

Had higher expection…food was ok…drinks too…not worth the long wait…

Jun 5, 2026
on Google
Mona
5.0

Good coffee but a bit overhyped. I came before opening hours & there was still a lineup ! Lol . To be honest , the lineup made the marketing, i would pass by Little Burgundy streets often & there was always a line up at this café & i wondered why so one day, i decided to wake up early at 7:00 to go to this place, so i could be at the door at 8:00 so i could escape the line up & try the coffee here but I couldn't!! There was still a line up!! i knew that one of Montreal's oldest traditions is to line up. If there is no orange cones , there is always a lineup instead!! People line up for everything & nothing here.. so yeah, welcome to the September cafe that should be renamed' the line up' cafe.

May 31, 2026
on Google
Sarah
4.0

Found out about this place on TikTok. There was a line when we arrived at 10:30am. We waited about 20-25 minutes to get inside. There is inside seating, as well as a patio out front & a terrace in the back. The staff was very accommodating & helped move some tables when it started to rain. We got the breakfast sandwiches, pancakes to share, a cappuccino & a chai latte. Overall, the food was very tasty, & the overall aesthetic was very nice & cozy. I did not find the food to be overly impressive, but a good bite & would go again.

May 29, 2026
on Google
Ariane
3.0

This place is overhyped

May 29, 2026
on Google
Mara
3.0

Very small seating area, crowded & difficult to enjoy. The food wasn't as enjoyable as social media portrays it. Staff is welcoming & friendly, the cafe is well placed in Montreal. I wouldn't necessarily come back but I'm glad I tried it once.

May 28, 2026
on Google
Alex.A
5.0

Excellent brunch, clairement un des meilleurs que j'ai essayés. Les pancakes sont incroyables, probablement les meilleurs en ville : moelleux, généreux & vraiment délicieux. L'ambiance du resto est super branchée avec une belle déco moderne & une vibe agréable. Service rapide & personnel sympathique. Une adresse que je vais définitivement revisiter.

May 28, 2026
on Google
Sandrine
4.0

Nous avons pris un latté & un flat white. Le café est bon & corsé. On adore le style vieillot de la vaisselle. Nous avons pris 2 pancakes & un biscuit chocolat noir & sel.
Il y a 3 pancakes par portion. Elles sont très fluffy & gourmandes. Un bémol, je les trouve trop salé à mon goût.

May 27, 2026
on Google
Nicolas
5.0

Café très sympa à découvrir.

May 26, 2026
on Google
Amy
5.0

we ordered breakfast sandwich & avocado toast & the pancakes, the food was divine! absolutely fantastic experience & well worth the price

May 26, 2026
on Google
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