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.
Halloumi toast is amazing! Its extremely filling, hearty, & fun to eat 😊 I paired it with an iced chai & I feel like it was a perfect combo! Staff is also very kind & lighthearted. Despite the popularity, ambiance is not overwhelming since there is plenty of space to eat outside as well (: Truly a gem!!
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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.
Came here on a Sunday morning there was a line however it did move quickly. Tables are limited & mostly filled however we got lucky & snagged one right away. You order & pay at the counter & they bring it out. Had a mimosa & ice matcha they were decent but nothing special. The avocado toast was quite good however I don't understand the hype around the pancakes as they were very dry . Overall not bad I would still come back for the toast.
Everything was great at this café!
We had the avocado toast, salmon, halloumi toast, chicken salad, & pancakes: it was all delicious.
Definitely a must-visit spot!
Good food (I had the matcha latte & the avocado toast), friendly service & cozy place. It was a tad bit expensive but I expect that from cute cafes. I will say most seating is stools, which may not be a problem for most people but I have back issues so it was uncomfortable for me.
Délicieux ! C'est le maître mot pour décrire les pancakes offerts par Café September. Sûrement les meilleurs que j'ai eu l'occasion de manger à Montréal.
Mais surtout, surtout, le cadre & l'ambiance donnent envie d'y revenir. Ce style convivial & jovial est parfait pour un vrai boost d'énergie.
Vraiment, un café plus qu'excellent !!
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Food is good, but im not sure if its actually worth the usual wait.
Staffs were disappointing. Many youngsters with a stuck up attitude for bringing a plate from 3 meters over makes the place feels more California than Montreal.
& also because tip starts at'15% (18% before tax)' all written out.
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!
C'est vraiment populaire donc il y a beaucoup de personnes & nous nous marchons un peu sur les pieds. C'est petit alors si vous voulez manger sur place ce n'est pas facile de trouver une place. Malgré cela, le service était parfait. Le avocado toast était troop bon. Je le recommande. Je vais fortement y retourner.
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
