Café September

Christina

2.0

This is the most overrated breakfast place in all of Montreal. People who think this place is good haven't properly experienced the Montreal food scene.

The good:
-Staff is friendly

The Bad:
-Very long wait outside
-Very overpriced (18$+tx for pancakes with no fruits or sides)
-Extremely loud, could barely talk with friends
-Seating is extremely uncomfortable, most are seats with no back support.
-The place is tiny & super crowded so you stand in line again inside to order & pay & everyone is in the way
-Burger was a 6/10 meanwhile staff told me it was the best thing on menu. Brioche bun was decent, meat was bad

A place really has to be disappointing for me to give a two stars, I know the restaurant industry is hard, but this place is not it.

Meri

3.0

Première visite au September café & ça été globalement agréable, même si je trouve que c'est un peu surcoté sur les réseaux. J'ai pris les pancakes que j'ai trouvé bons, mais honnêtement un peu chers pour ce que c'est. Par contre, le burger au poulet était vraiment excellent!
Le seul point que j'ai moins aimé, c'est l'attente. Il y avait déjà du monde, mais en plus il faut faire la file à l'intérieur aussi pour commander, ce qui rend le tout un peu long. Côté places, il y a peu de tables basses..& les tabourets ne sont pas confortables.. la majorité sont des tables hautes à partager, donc moins pratique & moins intime si vous êtes un groupe! Faut savoir qu'il n'y a pas de service à table..
Aussi, je n'ai pas trouvé l'endroit très adapté avec des enfants : espaces restreints & pas évident avec une poussette donc pas du tout « kids friendly »

Bref, c'est une belle place avec une bonne vibe & de bons plats, mais l'expérience serait encore mieux avec moins d'attente.

Cynthia

5.0

Went there with a friend for brunch. Initially we were skeptical as we had to wait in line for almost 30 min & we almost gave up & left twice but decided to stay in the line. Best decision! Omg the food was amazing. We made our choice based on the plates we saw on other people's tables that looked amazing. We went with the pancakes & fried chicken sandwich with fries. Best pancakes I've ever had & hands down best fried chicken sandwich. Even the fries were so good & very well seasoned. I enjoyed my cappuccino. The service was super friendly. Definitely coming back soon.

L

2.0

Food very average. Need to wait for a table even on weekdays. Ordered pancake & fried chicken sandwiches with fries, very thirsty after the meal.

Riddhi

5.0

Beautiful café with a cozy ambiance & great attention to detail. The coffee is rich & smooth, & the overall service from the staff is very welcoming, Food is amazing & overall vibe is top notch.

Golbarg

5.0

My favourite cafe. I would be here everyday if there wasn't a line there everyday!

Watercolour0320

4.0

My friends & I were visiting & had heard good things so we stopped by for brunch on our last day in Montreal. There was a long line at 12pm on a Monday so we opted to get take out instead.

We ordered three dishes & were in a bit of a hurry so we did not check the bag that had been stapled shut. It was only when we got back to our hotel that we realised one of our items was missing.

We weren't staying close enough to justify going back for it, so we hoped to just get a refund. We tried DM-ing on IG but their DMs are restricted & we borrowed a phone to call (we are from overseas & did not have a local number) but got an automated message saying their mailbox was full.

It would've been really great if there had been a better way of contacting the cafe. It wasn't so much about the money as it was just wanting to finally try something we had been looking forward to. But we eventually decided to let it slide because these things happen.

That being said, the mushroom burrata toast was delicious. Flavourful, rich umami, & so juicy. The pancakes were also one of the better ones we tried during our time in Montreal.

Both items were packaged well (sauce/syrup separated so nothing got soggy) & tasted great even after being jostled during our journey back to the hotel. We just wish we got our third item too 🫣

Lana

5.0

It's worth the hype & the wait, the food is really thoughtful & well balanced.

I had the mushroom burrata toast (10/10). It was a little on the salty side, but the burrata balances it out perfectly. I also had the tomato soup with the grilled cheese, which was really good. The soup is rich & full of flavor, & the grilled cheese is made with a spicy cheese, a nice twist. I personally prefer milder options, but it was still a hit.

The pancakes were very tasty, fluffy, buttery goodness with flaky sea salt on top. A bit heavy to eat on their own; I feel like a side of berries & whipped cream would lighten them up, but they're definitely good, diner-style pancakes.

The vibes are so good.

Overall, I'd go again!

Justin

5.0

Excellent spot de brunch, les pancakes sont excellents. Attention au moment au quel vous arrivez, la queue peut être longue

Mario

5.0

Excellent café with a really refined & welcoming atmosphere. September Café stands out for its attention to detail, both in the quality of the food & the overall experience. The coffee is consistently well made, with balanced flavors & great presentation, & the menu offers a thoughtful selection of dishes that feel fresh & carefully crafted.

The space itself is beautifully designed, with a clean, modern aesthetic that still feels warm & inviting. It's the kind of place where you can sit comfortably whether you're catching up with someone or spending time on your own. The staff are friendly, attentive, & contribute to a smooth & enjoyable experience from start to finish.

Overall, a standout café that delivers on quality, ambiance, & service, definitely worth visiting.