Uncle Tetsu

Nicky's

4.0

Uncle Tetsu in Montreal is a Japanese bakery located on Rue Pierce near Concordia University, specializing in airy, Japanese-style fluff cheesecakes & freshly baked treats. The space is small, clean, & counter-service focused, with a warm & simple setup designed for quick pick-ups. Stepping inside, you are greeted by the comforting aroma of eggs, butter, & warm batter as fresh batches come out of the oven, stamped right in front of you before being boxed up.

The signature original Japanese cheesecake is the main attraction & lives up to its reputation. It has a light, pillow-like texture that almost melts in your mouth, striking a nice balance between a soufflé & a traditional cheesecake without being overly sweet or heavy. For chocolate lovers, the chocolate cheesecake offers a richer flavor profile while keeping that same delicate, airy bounce.

Beyond the full-sized cheesecakes, the shop offers a few smaller individual treats that make great quick snacks. The cheese tarts feature a buttery, flaky crust filled with a warm, creamy cheese center that has a slightly richer & tangy finish compared to the main cake. They also serve madeleines & rusks, which give a crisp, toasted crunch that pairs well with tea or coffee if you want something to save for later.

The ordering process at the counter is fast & organized, with staff efficiency moving the line along quickly even when a queue forms out the door. Since the shop is compact & operates mostly as a grab-&-go spot without indoor seating, getting your box handed to you fresh & warm is a smooth experience from start to finish.

Overall, Uncle Tetsu provides a light & satisfying dessert experience centered around simplicity & great texture. The combination of freshly stamped soufflé cheesecakes & rich cheese tarts makes it a standout bakery stop in the neighborhood. It is the kind of place I would regularly drop by to grab a warm cake to share with friends or take home after grabbing dinner nearby.

Leya

5.0

Fluffy, light & delicious

Valerie

5.0

Excellent service & délicieux gâteaux! Les madeleines sont aussi très bonnes.

Vic

5.0

Best cheesecake in the world

Harshitha

5.0

The cheesecake was delicious.The right balance of light , fluffy & sweetness.

Zoe

4.0

It would be great if matcha-flavored products were available on weekdays.

Laith

5.0

Small shop with limited availability, so if you want cakes you should come early in the day because they often sell out, & by the evening only a few items are left. I tried the cake & it was good, but I usually come here for the cheese tart-it's really good & definitely my favorite.

Elizabeth

5.0

Fresh, Moist & tasty

Jessy

5.0

So delicious & fresh, great costumer service.

Monelleevents

5.0

We tried the matcha, original, & chocolate cheesecakes from Uncle Tetsu & honestly, each one had its own kind of deliciousness 🍰

The texture is so light, fresh, & soft, & you can really taste the quality in every flavor. The original is classic & comforting, the matcha has a perfect balanced flavor, & the chocolate one is rich without being too heavy 🍵🍫

Definitely worth trying if you love fresh & fluffy Japanese-style cheesecakes 💛