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Coffee Shop

Shaika Café

NDG's cozy corner for fair-trade coffee and Portuguese bites.
Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
4.9$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 9 am
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CaféBreakfastSaladsHealthySandwichesVegan OptionsVegetarianPortugueseBoutique-CounterGreat selection of beersGreat selection of cocktailsNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsPrepared Meals

About

Located in the heart of NDG, Shaika Café is a beloved neighborhood staple known for its relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Alongside its warm, community-focused coffee shop vibe, the menu features a vibrant Portuguese twist. In addition to a great selection of fair-trade organic coffees and specialty teas, patrons can enjoy authentic Portuguese tapas and hearty sandwiches.

It remains a spacious and cozy favorite for students, freelancers, and locals to unwind or work, complete with eclectic vintage decor, local art displays, and frequent evening events like live music and open mic nights.

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Reviews for Shaika Café

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Only been here once but it was really solid. Latte didn't need sugar it wasn't bitter at all. Good vibe. Ice chai was great. Will be back

Jun 15, 2026
on Google

Delightfully surprised!! We were walking our dog around Girouard Park last evening & I mentioned that I'd never seen the Shaika cafe before. The tables outside were full of people, & it had a nice vibe; turns out, it had only just re-opened under new management last month, having been closed for about five years. I intentionally walked past again today & even with rain, the place was full, with a short line-up for take-out orders. By 4:00, my daughter & I were happily seated, drinking (me) an espresso, & (her) a brandy coffee - they were both hits! Then we devoured a piece of moist, rich cheesecake! Seeing the meals coming out of the kitchen (not to mention the extraordinary low prices!), we have vowed to return soon!
Here's to great ambience, super-friendly staff, terrific music, delicious food & drink, & more than reasonable prices..!!
New fave spot, unlocked! We'll be back, soon!!

Jun 14, 2026
on Google

So thankfull it reopened!

Jun 14, 2026
on Google

Delicious food - fresh - tasty - casual atmosphere - top notch food! We'll be back!!

Jun 13, 2026
on Google

Great service & food is excellent! Cozy atmosphere! SO happy to have it back in the neighborhood. Have been there 3 times for the Portuguese bread egg & cheese. DELICIOUS 😋. Looking forward to the tapas & sandwiches. Best deal in town❣?❣?

Jun 13, 2026
on Google

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars all round... why, you ask? Because it genuinely deserved it.
We're on holiday from the good old UK & were looking for somewhere to sit back, relax, & do a bit of people-watching. This place delivered exactly that, & so much more.
The service was fantastic, the food was excellent, & the drinks were spot on. The staff were friendly, attentive, & made us feel very welcome throughout our visit.
A big thank you to everyone there - we had a great time & will definitely be back the next time we're in town!

Jun 8, 2026
on Google

There's nothing bad to say about this place went there today not once but twice the sandwiches are amazing coffee was great prices are great
Its a must go back & my husband & I went there with my sister inlaw & for the staff like Tony the tiger would say there grrrrrrreat
Nothing bad to say at all its a must go keep up the amazing service & work I will be back 1000%

Jun 5, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great place. I only wish you had filter coffee so I can be in & out quickly.

Jun 5, 2026
on Google

I want to love this place so badly, I keep coming back hoping it will be better but it's always the same disorganized chaotic experience.

Maybe if I ordered food & sat down rather than trying to get drinks to go it would be better.

The coffee is fantastic! The smoothies are $8.00 cups of milk with ice & a whisper of fruit. But now they have affogato so I will give them one more chance.

Jun 4, 2026
on Google

Very tasty sandwiches. Great service.
I returned 2 days later & found that my comment was taken into consideration. Things were fixed. Thank you very much.
All the best to the chef & to Alex.

Jun 3, 2026
on Google