Kaizen Manga Cafe is described as a cozy, welcoming hub with a colorful, book-filled vibe that makes it great for studying, reading manga, or catching up with friends. The menu earns praise for standout matcha and coffee, tasty bites like banh mi and onigiri, and drinks such as raspberry matcha and mango yuzu sodas, with many noting the quality and presentation. A strong sense of community comes from attentive, friendly staff and a space that feels inclusive, with a flexible model that includes a member option and student discounts, plus weekday coworking and weekend events. Some reviews note the space can get warm without air conditioning and occasional inconsistencies in food seasoning or cleanliness, but overall the atmosphere, vibes, and value for manga lovers and students keep bringing people back. It is often described as a real gem and the go-to place to read, work, study, and enjoy drinks and bites.
first time trying this place, the vibe is nice, the service was great & my drink was delicious. not sure if they have bigger size options but i hope so because I need more of the delicious raspberry matcha😁 They also have a student discount which is nice.
We were here to attend a wedding for the weekend & I got a latte at this place pretty much every morning haha.
Sarah (hopefully I spelled that right) was super nice & the vibes in the cafe was cool & calm.
Sep 22, 2025
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Been there a few times. Excellent experience every time! Immaculate vibe. Their food is so good. It's prepared with so much care, & they took my review seriously when I asked for halal options >:) (which I really appreciate, thank you so much 🙏). Definitely try the chicken banh mi, it's delicious! But be prepared to always crave it LOL Also, the staff is super nice. Every time I go, we end up having long conversations about literally anything. It's such a fun place, can't recommend it enough!!
Love this place! Great manga selection & vibes on game night are great. Very welcoming & friendly owner + staff. We were visiting from Ontario - great to see such a space for the community!
Okay so... this was my first time ever trying matcha - like, ever - & I'm so glad it happened at Kaizen Café I went for the raspberry matcha & OMG. It was smooth, lightly sweet, & actually so calming. Didn't expect to like it this much but now I totally get the hype. I also had one of their onigiris & it was warm, cozy, & comforting - the kind of snack that makes you feel like you're being taken care of.
The space itself is such a vibe - super chill, cozy, & somehow made me feel super productive. I even finished editing my Reel while I was there (rare win 😅).
& let's talk about Sara, the sweetest human ever. She made me feel right at home on day one. So welcoming, so kind - the kind of energy that makes you want to come back.
Which I did 👀On my second visit, I tried both the strawberry & mango matcha - & now I can't even pick a favorite. Each one has its own little vibe & I'm lowkey addicted.
Loved the vibe of this cafe. The onigiris were yum & warm. Hot chocolate's so well done, better than some fancy cafes in the island, deeply chocolate-y, large mug, not too sweet. Great selection of manga. Service is attentive & easygoing. Also, they have cream puffs from Alice & Theo.
As a matcha lover & someone that has tried her fair share of matcha in Montreal, I can confirm this place has the best matcha I have tried yet in the city. You can tell from the colour alone that it is of ceremonial grade. Needless to say the taste lives up to the visual. Now about the place, it is such a perfect place for manga lovers or folks who are interested in reading manga (like myself) to enjoy. They have a great selection, very cozy vibe, & the books are in great condition. Additionally, the system is something new in Montreal - instead of paying upfront for a drink, you pay 3.99 for an hour of unlimited reading & drinks (there are other combos available for those that want to eat something). Prices are reasonable & for ceremonial grade matcha, the price is extremely reasonable. The owner is lovely & a great conversationalist. You can tell they put great care into the place, the details of the place & you can feel their warmth in the place too.
