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.

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 💛

Riya

3.0

I only tried their original cheesecake for the first time because it was a recommendation. It wasn't too bad but not something I'd get again, not for me.

Ceci

2.0

Hi I just bought a bag of original rusk this afternoon & I didn't check everything, when I back home then I noticed that there's only one layer of it, last week I bought two bags & both of them are 2 layers & full bag.

MJ

5.0

The original cheesecake is good, but the chocolate one is to die for!

Arash

5.0

The best in the town. Soft, not too sweet. Chocolat & original is highly recommended. I have not tried Matcha.

Madhuli

5.0

It's a quaint little shop offering Japanese cheesecakes in three delightful flavors, along with tarts & cookies. My personal favorite is the original cheesecake, & their charming packaging adds to the experience. If you find yourself near the downtown area, it's definitely worth a try.

Houda

5.0

Je suis fan de matcha, mais pour cet enseigne je préfère la saveur original, le matcha ici est assez léger à mon goût, ça reste un bon cheesecake, & le service est rapide!

EMAH

4.0

Très original & très bon aussi! Le service n'est malheureusement pas en français.

Mirena

5.0

Délicieux , j'ai prit les madeleines, tartelettes & cheese cake original , tous excellent , léger en bouche & peu sucré , je reviendrai pour sure , coup de ♥️ pour le cheese cake , je recommande. L'accueil chaleureux .