Chez José Café Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	9 am - 9 pm
Tuesday	9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday	9 am - 5 pm
Thursday	9 am - 9 pm
Friday	9 am - 10 pm
Saturday	9 am - 10 pm
Sunday	9 am - 9 pm

Monday

9 am - 9 pm

Tuesday

9 am - 5 pm

Wednesday

9 am - 5 pm

Thursday

9 am - 9 pm

Friday

9 am - 10 pm

Saturday

9 am - 10 pm

Sunday

9 am - 9 pm

Chez José Café comes across in reviews as a small, cozy, colorful neighborhood spot on Duluth where a warm, family run vibe and lively atmosphere make guests feel instantly at home. The menu blends brunch favourites with Portuguese specialties, delivering pastéis de nata praised as among the best, hearty Portuguese breakfasts and chouriço dishes, tasty crepes, and a seafood soup that many describe as outstanding, with vegan and vegetarian options noted as well. Guests repeatedly highlight the friendly, attentive service and the welcoming vibe, while acknowledging that the space is compact and can get crowded, with occasional waits or slower service during busy weekends and a few hiccups like dishes arriving a touch cold or heavy on salt for some. Prices are often described as reasonable for the quality but a bit higher than casual spots, and the overall sentiment remains that the atmosphere, decor, and consistent quality create a memorable Montreal brunch and lunch destination worth returning to for drinks, pastries, and more.

Reviews for Chez José Café

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*as of 2026-04-01

4.7 510 ratings

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Jona

4.0

Food was great, we waited 55 minutes for a table for two on a Sunday, (outside,(winter, snowing) but that seems normal in the area) Food came out fast. Pastel de Nata is delicious, Alfajores are good! The waiting time was worth it.

Feb 18, 2024

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Don

5.0

I had to write this review the moment I left this restaurant. I am genuinely impressed by the quality of the food & the speed we got our plates. Not to mention that it was super tasty & delicious, but for a breakfast I had a strong meal, perfectly prepared & well balanced! Charle our waiter was very kind & friendly. The service is great with good recommendations. I was particularly pleased with the Natas & their coffee is really good! This is such a small restaurant but with big potential & even bigger heart! Absolutely recommend!

Jan 22, 2024

Ricardo

Chez Jose est magnifique! L'atmosphère chaleureuse & le service attentif rendent la visite super agréable. Le petite déjeuner est formidable & les pasteis de nata sont incroyables.

Jan 17, 2024

Gabriela

We had one of the most delicious breakfast experiences at Chez José Café. The food was amazing - we had a Portuguese breakfast & pasteis de nata, to die for! - & our waiter was excellent! The place is also super cute & fun. We will come back whenever we are here in Montreal.

Vittoria

Esperienza assolutamente positiva! Abbiamo bevuto una buonissima cioccolata calda e mangiato i più buoni pasteis de nata e alfajoles mai assaggiati. Personale super! Un posto dove ti senti a casa, consigliatissimo

Oct 13, 2023

Sophie

Nice place try Portuguese style food love breakfast platter & Mexico style omelette :) Nata also amazing

Sep 2, 2023

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