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Kahwa Café

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$
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Kahwa Café presents a delightful culinary experience centered around expertly crafted sandwiches and flavorful couscous dishes, offering a unique blend of tastes and textures. Patrons can expect a diverse selection of sandwiches, from classic combinations to innovative creations, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The couscous offerings showcase traditional preparation methods, delivering authentic and deeply satisfying flavors that transport diners. This café provides a welcoming atmosphere perfect for a casual yet delicious meal, whether seeking a quick bite or a more leisurely dining experience. Discover the distinct culinary identity that makes Kahwa Café a memorable stop for a satisfying repast.

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5★
84%
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Reviews for Kahwa Café

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on Google4.7 (600+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
84%
4★
8%
3★
2%
2★
4%
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Review Summary

Kahwa Café is widely celebrated as one of the best sandwich shops in Montreal, particularly known for its freshly baked, made-to-order bread and generous, flavorful fillings. Popular menu items like the panko chicken and lamb sandwiches consistently receive high praise for their quality, crispy textures, and delicious signature sauces. While the restaurant is frequently busy, leading to occasional wait times and a lively, sometimes crowded atmosphere, the staff is consistently described as friendly, efficient, and welcoming. Although some reviewers note that seating can be limited or the environment noisy during peak hours, most agree that the affordable pricing and exceptional food make it a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike.
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3.0

The original location is better, unfortunately the times ive buyed from here the bread is almost always undercooked, not the best

Jul 18, 2026
on Google

Honestly a perfect spot , staff is super friendly & seems to enjoy life compared to big chains. The food is just amazing whether its the chicken panko or the lamb. Bread is fresh made & just amazing. The sauce for the fries is to die for i just wish you had a bigger cup but I'll keep paying the dollar for an extra one.

Jul 16, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great bread pocket! Love the two vegetarian sandwiches they had to offer. The falafel pocket is great, sauce combination is very nice. The falafel is crispy & full of flavor. Other vegetarian option is the pesto mozzarella pocket. You can't go wrong with either, this location gets very busy on weekends long long lines. There is alternative location for kahwa nearby walking, it's much faster service on those busy days. We had encountered both & taste is consistent across both.

Jul 14, 2026
on Google

Reasonable prices, good quality! I wish they sold the bread too.

Jul 14, 2026
on Google

Good price, super fresh, made to order everything including the bread itself.
Sorry to La Banquise, but Kahwa is better food & a much shorter line

Jul 11, 2026
on Google

Love their sandwiches made with freshly baked bread & delicious sauce & ingredients. The lamb sandwich was so flavourful & reasonably priced. I would eat here every day if I could!
Expect long line ups but the friendly staff make it worth the wait.

Jun 24, 2026
on Google

The kebap, tuna & chicken sandwiches are all sooooo good! I wish we could buy the bread too!!!!!

Jun 19, 2026
on Google

Amazing fresh food & definitely worth trying if you want something affordable & filling. We had the tuna sandwich & it was really good - the bread tasted fresh & everything felt nicely made. Simple food, but done well.

The prices are reasonable for the portion size, which makes it a great casual spot for a quick meal or lunch. The place itself is very small & more of a simple casual shop than a sit-down restaurant, so seating could definitely be better organized & more comfortable, especially during busy times.

Jun 3, 2026
on Google

The bread & food are made on site & it was delicious.
Place is small but I guess it is part of its charm.
It has a line up but goes quickly.

May 14, 2026
on Google

One of the best sandwich spots I've ever tried! The bread is baked fresh for each order. It's light & airy like a pita but crusty like sourdough - it makes this place stand out!

Le Poulet & Le Thun sandwiches are amazing! Fresh fried chicken cutlet dusted with sumac is worth a try. We've also had the Le Kebab which was also very good!

Don't forget to get the Kahwa sauce, a spicy harissa & maybe sumac mayo based sauce added to each dish.

This location is the best! Nice space, fast & friendly service!

Mar 28, 2026
on Google