Reviews describe Kahwa Café as a busy, cozy spot where fresh bread is baked on site and sandwiches like the chicken panko, lamb, merguez, kebab libre, falafel, and chicken parm are flavorful and well valued. Many praise the homemade bread, the tasty sauces, and the affordable prices, with takeout and an outdoor terrace helping when seating is tight. The vibe is lively and the service is described as friendly and efficient, though the dining area can feel small or loud. Long lines are common, but most testers feel the wait is worth the quality. A few notes mention occasional issues with cleanliness or consistency across locations, yet the bread and fillings receive constant compliments. Overall Kahwa Café is considered one of the top sandwich spots in Montreal, a reliable spot for a quick, satisfying lunch and a place many plan to return to to try more flavors.
As soon as you enter this lovely little sandwich shop, you're greeted very kindly & warmly with a great smile from Victor & Louis who took the time to explain the menu & the concept properly as it was my first time visiting. Their most popular item is their chicken sandwich & rightfully so 🤤. Their bread is made fresh in house & everything looks very appetizing. Their chicken is marinated for 24 hours & was full of flavor. I had the chance to meet Paul, the owner of that establishment & had a delightful conversation regarding their multiple locations . Overall great service, Great sandwich, Great spot! Must try. Definitely recommend
The best sandwich ive had. The bread is made on the spot with amazing texture, the chicken is juicy & flavorful, the veggies & the sauce go so well together, I love it. The people always serve with a smile & are very warm. Love the vibes
Mar 29, 2026
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I tried Qahwa yesterday, an Arabic-style sandwich spot with more of a street food vibe than a sit-down restaurant.
The place itself is pretty simple & not the cleanest, so don't expect anything fancy or polished. That said, the food is where it really stands out. They make their bread in-house, which makes a huge difference.
I ordered a chicken sandwich with merguez (& added extra merguez), & it was honestly delicious. The flavors were rich, well-seasoned, & very satisfying.
Overall, if you care more about taste than ambiance, it's definitely worth trying
Hi first off there were lot of students, gave a nice vibe. It's a nice cozy cafe. The chicken sandwich was very good & quiet filling.
I couldn't finish it as it was huge. The trio was worth it. The fries tasted differently, but it could be maybe because of the type of flour they use to coat their fries.
Overall must visit spot. Next time I need to try their coffee
Got the chicken parm. All ingredients tasty really fresh & real. The price is not too bad either. The bread is super good. Can't complain, would come back :) Merci!
The tastiest bread in town! Every bite of their sandwiches is pure happiness (I tried both the panko chicken & falafel sandwiches)
However, traffic inside is a bit chaotic as there's no clear waiting line.
The vibe was spotless, so was the playlist. Highly recommend the chicken, lamb or Italian sandwiches. Can't wait to go back & try the falafel & mergez ones. Honestly this spot is a 10/10 & decently priced too!!
You have to try this place. Le Poulet Panko was amazing. Found this place by chance, so glad I did. The bread was crispy, flavorful, the chicken juicy, the veggies & the spices were on point. It is a bit spicy so if you cant handle spice, maybe talk to them. How it was served to me was perfect.
In terms of value for money, this is definitely one of the best sandwich spots in Montreal. Their menu offers something for everyone, although I think their classic panko chicken sandwich is their best option. The staff are always quick & efficient, despite the lines, which just goes to show how popular this place is. For fans of high-quality sandwiches.
Second time I eat at this spot. The chicken sandwich & their local cola drink are spectacular. Freshly made bread, Super high quality ingredients, authentic home-made style meals that scream culture, great service, at reasonable prices, in a great location. Can't say many negative things about this spot. Probably the wait but I understand why it usually has long queues. & hoped the seating area would be bigger to hose more ppl.
I think my husband & I will be dreaming of these sandwiches for a long time!! We got the panko chicken sandwich & the lamb sandwich both to share. They were incredible. The lamb was perfect, the chicken was so crispy & flavorful & the bread & spicy mayo on both was delicious. A must try lunch spot!
