Café September fonctionne comme un sanctuaire minimaliste voué à une alimentation saine axée sur les végétaux et à la préparation artisanale de cafés de spécialité. La cuisine privilégie les produits de saison, proposant des bols de céréales, des salades nutritives et des spécialités fermentées qui soulignent la clarté des saveurs. Chaque plat repose sur des ingrédients complets de haute qualité, sélectionnés pour optimiser la densité nutritionnelle sans aucun ajout inutile. L'espace physique présente une esthétique sobre avec des accents de bois chaleureux et de larges fenêtres, créant un environnement propice à la concentration et aux échanges calmes. La clientèle découvre un menu rigoureusement sélectionné où des profils aromatiques complexes émergent de la simplicité des techniques de rôtissage, de cuisson vapeur et de préparation crue. Cet établissement constitue une destination privilégiée pour ceux qui recherchent une approche disciplinée de la nutrition dans un cadre moderne et intentionnellement silencieux.
September Cafe est largement reconnu comme une destination brunch incontournable à Montréal, salué pour son menu de haute qualité proposant des pancakes exceptionnels, une savoureuse soupe à la tomate avec grilled cheese et des sandwichs déjeuner rassasiants. Bien que l'atmosphère soit souvent décrite comme chaleureuse, branchée et dynamique, la popularité de l'endroit entraîne fréquemment des temps d'attente importants et un environnement bondé qui peut être difficile pour les grands groupes ou ceux en quête de tranquillité. Bien que les avis sur la constance du service et les prix soient partagés, la majorité des visiteurs estiment que la qualité de la nourriture et l'esthétique minimaliste valent largement l'attente. De nombreux clients recommandent d'arriver tôt pour éviter les plus longues files, soulignant que l'expérience culinaire mémorable confirme sa réputation d'adresse locale privilégiée.
September Café absolutely lived up to the hype. We waited around 1 hour & 30 minutes, & I can honestly say it was worth it. The atmosphere is vibrant & the café has a beautiful, minimalist aesthetic that makes it a great spot for brunch.
We ordered the pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, & the avocado & smoked salmon toast, & every dish was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. The pancakes were incredibly fluffy, the breakfast sandwiches were filling & perfectly balanced, & the avocado salmon toast was made with high-quality ingredients. We also tried the matcha, which was smooth, rich, & one of the best we've had.
Yes, the line can be long, but it's easy to understand why this place is so popular. If you're visiting Montréal & don't mind waiting for an exceptional brunch, September Café is definitely worth adding to your list.
There was a long line when my friends & I arrived so we immediately knew we chose a good spot to have brunch! We ordered iced chai, iced matcha, hot latte & cold brew for drinks & tomato soup & grilled cheese, chia yogurt bowl, pancakes & avocado toast & the food was 10/10, sooooo delicious!!! We enjoyed it all & understand the hype. The only complaint was the way the ordering of the food & finding the table process is set up, it's quite unorganized & all over the place.
If you want to beat the crowd at September Café, show up before 10 a.m. - otherwise, expect a long line. That seems to be the price of popularity for this sunny little spot on Notre-Dame West.
We visited on a weekend morning & ordered the tomato soup, crepes, avocado toast, a matcha drink, & an americano. Everything was clean, fresh, & well-prepared. The quality is clearly there - ingredients taste good & the flavors are solid.
The vibe is nice & casual: small space, friendly (sympa) staff, & a communal/social table setup that makes it easy to chat with others if you're in the mood.
My only real complaints are portion-related. The drinks (especially the matcha & americano) felt a bit small for the price, & the food portions were on the smaller side too. You definitely pay a premium for the quality & the experience, but I wish there was a little more on the plate (or in the cup) for what you're spending.
Overall, it's a lovely spot with good food & a great atmosphere. Just go early if you don't want to wait, & manage your expectations on portion size. Worth a visit, especially if you're in the neighborhood!
Excellent coffee place with great food options.
The pancakes are excellent & à must try. I have also tried the avocado toast which is delicious on brioche bread, with a generous amount of avocado.
The halloumi toast is also very good again generous portions.
I like their matcha latte which is good.
The only inconvenience is that you can have a long line to eat there especially in the summer & week-ends & there is no reservations.
Incredible must try spot! It was very busy on a Saturday morning but the staff was quick to keep us in the loop about wait times. Incredibly friendly & kind staff, beautiful interior, & the food…. WOW. My partner & I ordered a macchiato & a matcha for drinks. If you're a matcha drinker, you'll be pleased to hear that they serve ceremonial grade. Both of our drinks were perfect! We shared the pancakes & the avocado toast. I think that was some of the best, most flavorful avocado toast I've ever had. The pancakes were so yummy as well, perfectly fluffy & served with a very generous portion of maple syrup. I can't recommend this place enough!
Probably the best pancakes I've ever had, the avocado toast was unreal as well, coming from someone who makes it regularly for breakfast theirs just hit differently.
Also tried the grilled cheese + tomato soup. It was good nothing to go wild about.
Also it's very busy & first come first serve we were able to get seats fairly quickly. Would definitely go back just for the pancakes alone 💯
Food is good but wait time & price are ridiculous. Why am I playing 20$ for toast, 1 egg & avocado? Why did I wait an hour to get it? Why did I have to fight with someone to get a spot to sit?
Excellent brunch/lunch spot! Line is always long so recommend getting there before 10am to avoid long waits. Avocado toast & halloumi toast were excellent & filling. Pancakes were superb, salty & generous maple syrup! Iced vanilla latte was delicious.
