The Best New Cafés in Montreal [September 2025]

The scene among the best new cafés in Montreal continues to evolve at breakneck speed, and this crop proves the city's appetite for coffee culture shows no signs of slowing. From former wholesale bakeries opening their doors to the public for the first time, to matcha-only labs that commit fully to their concept, these openings reflect both ambition and specificity.

The past few months have brought everything from Caribbean-focused roasters and Beninese-French pastry hybrids to gym-café combinations and weekend-only record shop cafés. Some are passion projects years in the making, others are strategic expansions from established names, and a few are already generating the kind of word-of-mouth that builds lasting reputations.

This roundup spans the city's boroughs and sensibilities: serious specialty coffee operations, wellness-focused smoothie bars, art gallery-café hybrids, unique matcha experiences, new brunch destinations, consistently great cortados, and more. Who knows, they may reach the distinction of being counted among the best cafés and coffee shops in Montreal overall:

50 best cafés in Montreal for great coffee and vibes

Discover the best cafés and coffee shops in Montreal, from cozy corners to standout espresso bars worth crossing the city for.

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We always aim to keep this list as fresh as their product, with no opening more than six months old; , so consider this your last chance to check out the following openings for our inaugural list: Sora 45, Onna, Bah! Café, Gabé Café, William Henry, Kaizen Manga Café, Café Paper Hill, Nawat Café, and FAME Café.

Take a deeper dive into our picks with our resident restaurant and bar critic Bottomless Pete.

Club Abierto

3700 Saint-Patrick Street

What started as a wholesale bakery supplying cafés across the city is now a quiet lunch stop on the banks of the Lachine Canal. Club Abierto opened its doors after two years behind the scenes, offering the same brioches and focaccias it once delivered—now filled with seasonal ingredients and served alongside house salads and filter coffee from Melk. The hours are short (weekday mornings through late afternoon), but the prep starts early, and everything is made on-site.

Hectare Café

160 Notre-Dame St. East

In a city full of third-wave cafés, Hectare takes a different route that runs through the Caribbean. Located on Notre-Dame in Old Montreal, this new spot centres its menu around beans sourced from across the Antilles: Haiti, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba. The coffee is roasted locally but carries the imprint of the islands, with bold, low-acidity profiles and a focus on organic sourcing. Light snacks and tropical-inspired bites round out the offering, though the café’s strongest presence is in the cup. The space is compact and low-key, free of design gimmicks or lifestyle branding, but with a clear point of view.

Le Patio

110 Rue de l'Église

Opened across from De L’Église metro in Verdun, Le Patio's space is bright and low-key, shaped by terracotta tones, hanging plants, and sunlight that cuts clean through its front window. Beans come from Zab, Jungle, and Za & Klo, with a menu that sticks to the essentials: good espresso, specialty matcha, viennoiseries, and a few paninis and smoothies when you need something more. The front terrace fills early on warm days, but even indoors, the mood stays unhurried. It’s not trying to be a destination—it’s just a neighbourhood café done right, on a block that didn’t have quite this kind of pause before.

Green Drip Café

1444 St Mathieu Street

Green Drip is a rare meeting point between Vietnamese coffee culture and Japan’s matcha tradition—without falling into fusion clichés. The menu runs deep: banana bread matcha, ube lattes, strawberry milk tea, ca phe sua da, and salted cream-topped coffee all co-exist without crowding each other out. Most drinks lean sweet, but the execution is focused—whisked, poured, or steeped with care. There’s a compact terrace out front and a steady stream of Concordia students and downtown workers cycling through for something different from the usual espresso fare.

REBL CAFE

1744 William Street

At the edge of a gym lobby of the same name in NDG, REBL CAFE finds its footing somewhere between routine and reset. The beans are Colombian, roasted for punch, not polish, and the seasonal drinks—like a cherry vanilla matcha—stick around just long enough to matter. The space is minimal but not cold: vintage fight posters, soft natural light, a quiet undercurrent of ’90s hip-hop. It shares a name with the boxing studio next door, but it’s not just a pit stop between rounds. Regulars come for the caffeine, stay for the calm, and return because it’s consistent.

Mama C Café

100 Saint-Paul St West

Mama C Café moves at its own tempo—espresso in the morning, apéro by night. Tucked into the Hotel Nelligan and linked to the neighbouring MAMA C restaurant, it shares the same Mediterranean throughline, but trades fine dining formality for something more fluid. The counter offers freddo espressos, Greek pastries, and viennoiseries early on, followed by a lunch menu built around bowls, salads, and sandwiches. As the day stretches out, cocktails and small plates ease into the mix, borrowing flavours from MAMA C’s kitchen without replicating the format. The space is bright, polished, and unfussy—designed as much for solo afternoons as for early evening drinks.

Horizon Matcha Café

6089 Av. De Chateaubriand

Just off Beaubien, Horizon Matcha Café adds a calm counterpoint to the usual café circuit. The focus here is Japanese tea—matcha, hōjicha, and other low-caffeine brews served hot or iced—but the menu extends well beyond that. There’s a short list of bánh mì sandwiches, with lemongrass chicken or marinated tofu and mushrooms, plus house-made pastries like rose macarons and strawberry muffins with cream cheese. The drinks lean earthy or floral, depending on your mood, and Vietnamese coffee is expected to join the lineup soon.

Missy’s Café

755 Boulevard St-Jean (Pointe-Claire)

On the ground floor of a Pointe-Claire office building, Missy’s does something quiet but rare: it treats everyday café fare with care and consistency. Open since May, the space balances softness and structure—muted greens, filtered light, a counter of fresh pastries, and a short but steady menu of lunches and coffee drinks. The hazelnut cold brew with cinnamon foam gets the most attention, but regulars cycle through mango matchas, strawberry coconut lattes, and a lineup of rotating baked goods.

Matcha Lab

4223 Saint Dominique Street

Matcha Lab takes the single-subject café to its logical extreme: no espresso machine, no drip, just green tea in all its forms. Located on Saint-Dominique near McGill, the space is sharp-edged and minimal, more lab bench than lounge. The drinks—ranging from banana milk matcha to tart omija—shift between Korean and Japanese influences, while the pastry case leans deep into the theme: matcha donuts, matcha milk bread, matcha pudding, matcha cookies. If it can take tea powder, they’ve probably tried it.

Some kinks in the opening week reminded customers that even tea has a learning curve (a broken thermometer threw off the brew), but the response was transparent and immediate: fix it, own it, and offer free drinks while you’re at it. For those obsessed with the ritual—or just curious what else matcha can be—this place doesn’t dabble. It commits.

Shaka Club (Centre Eaton)

705 Saint-Catherine Street West

Shaka Club’s second location trades dumbbells for escalators, setting up shop in the Centre Eaton food court with a menu that blurs the line between café and supplement aisle. Known for smoothies built around function—immunity, stress relief, muscle recovery—this new downtown kiosk adds specialty coffee from Jungle to the mix, along with plant-based snacks, toast, and bowls thick enough to pass for dessert. The setup is minimal, the ingredients obsessive: filtered water, adaptogens, whipped coconut cream. Despite the wellness angle, it doesn’t take itself too seriously—names like BOLT, ZEN, and MAUI keep things playful.

Espace Kine Café

4130 Saint Denis Street

At Espace Kine, the coffee bar isn’t an afterthought—it’s part of the routine. This new hybrid space on Saint-Denis combines a private gym with a small café counter, where cortados, smoothies, and protein drinks run alongside plans for wraps and paninis. It’s a quiet, polished setup, anchored by a team offering kin therapy, massage, and osteopathy. While the training rooms stay out of view, the front-of-house café keeps things casual—minimal decor, clean light, and just enough seating for a breather before or after a session. Not quite a third-wave destination, but that’s not the point. This one’s built for function—with just enough form to bring you back.

Pas de probleme

4754 Notre-Dame St West

There’s no shortage of new cafés in Montreal, but few come with the flavour and presence of Pas de problème. Opened in St-Henri, it’s already earned a reputation for top-tier Jamaican patties, standout chai, and a laid-back vibe driven by vinyl spins and unfussy hospitality. The coffee’s on point, the breakfast sandwiches are actually satisfying, and the pastries—especially the guava tart—are worth the trip alone. Bonus points for the calm, plant-lined terrasse out back.

Les Madeleines d’Émilie⁠

129 Mont-Royal Ave West

Les Madeleines d’Émilie has carved out a niche no one saw coming: a dedicated madeleine bar at the foot of Mont-Royal. Every one of these fluffy, golden shells is made in-house, stuffed with everything from dark chocolate and pistachio to blue cheese and walnut. Yes, there are gluten-free and vegan options, and yes, they’re just as good. Pair one with a smooth espresso, a tea, or even a house-made smoothie, and take it all in while sitting across from Parc Jeanne-Mance.

With friendly staff and flavours you won’t find anywhere else, this spot proves that small cakes can make a big impression.

Victor Victor Victor

6658 Av. Papineau

Victor is what happens when a coffee shop is built by someone who really knows their records. Tucked into Rosemont and open only on weekends, this new café-boutique is part espresso bar, part cultural archive. Vinyl, graphic novels, Blu-rays, and a small but thoughtful pastry selection share the floor, creating a space that feels like a secret club for Montreal’s caffeine-fuelled cinephiles and music heads. Go for the cappuccino, stay for the Criterion section.

maison aïdo

4325 Rue Saint-Jacques

Maison Aïdo is one of the most original café openings Montreal has seen in a while. A Saint-Henri pastry shop blending Beninese flavours with classic French technique, it’s the work of Andrea, who left finance to follow her calling. The menu is full of clever twists—croissants filled with egusi cream, cashew-laced pastries, and savoury sandwiches built around grilled West African spiced beef or mackerel with sautéed vegetables. Even the drinks are different (try the moringa latte). It’s not just a new café—it’s a new culinary language for the city.

Foil Gallery

6560 Waverly Street

Foil Gallery isn’t just serving coffee—it’s curating experiences. This new Mile-Ex hybrid space from digital art heavyweights FVCKRENDER and Jo-Anie Charland offers espresso, mocktails, and a cocktail menu that riffs on the artworks themselves. The gallery avoids white-cube stiffness in favour of sound, scent, and visuals that actually invite you in. Between exhibitions, a full AV lab, and community-driven events like Foil Sessions, it’s become one of the most dynamic places to caffeinate—and create—in the city.

Café PB & Joy

900 Rue Saint-Philippe

PB&Joy’s permanent spot in Saint-Henri is the natural next step for one of the city’s most beloved mobile cafés. Known for pulling espresso at pop-ups and events across Quebec, they now serve from a cozy, softly opened café that matches their energy: warm, unpretentious, and fun. On the menu? Solid coffee and original grilled sandwiches like PB&J with fresh raspberries and chocolate chips, or brie and guava on hot bread. It’s early days, but the vibes are dialled in—and the card machine works now, too.

Royale Ginette

5800 Rue de Normanville

Royale Ginette is the kind of café that opens on International Women’s Day and means it. Tucked into Petite-Patrie, this pastry-driven spot is the latest from the duo behind Baluchon, and it leans into its values with substance and style. The star? Brioche—pillowy, rich, and reimagined monthly with flavours like cookie dough or caramel cream. Coffee is dialled-in, the vibe is inclusive, and the food—especially the sausage breakfast sandwich—is serious comfort. Add in a mural honouring feminine strength and a side of raspberry matcha, and you’ve got one of the most thoughtful new cafés in town.

Comète

4484 Rue Fabre

Comète is what happens when a dream survives translation—across languages, cities, and ovens. After closing their Tokyo bakery, Sayaka and Kenji brought their vision to the Plateau, landing softly on Rue Fabre with a minimalist space that fuses Tokyo calm and Montreal charm. The menu leans deeply into Japanese-French technique: cardamom-miso viennoiseries, chocolate-yuzu croissants, curry pan, and the standout melon pan—its crackled top filled here with homemade cranberry jam. There’s matcha syrup made in-house, affordable prices, and an open kitchen where you can watch it all come together.

Aube Café⁠

1384 Sherbrooke St W

Downtown just got a serious upgrade: Aube Café has landed inside the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. This new outpost of the beloved Hochelaga bakery delivers the same polished hits—flaky pastries, sharp coffee, and one of the best capicollo sandwiches in the city—now with more sunlight and sculpture in your periphery. A collaboration between veterans of Hélicoptère and Café Hélico, the space balances clean lines with warm touches, and service is as kind as it is efficient.

mmmmagasin

1875 Rue Payette

mmmmagasin is a slow-burn love letter to intentional living. Designed and run by Jessica and Matt McNeilly, it’s part café, part showroom, and fully a reflection of its creators’ values: meticulous coffee and tea service, warm community vibes, and visual clarity that lands somewhere between Scandinavian restraint and ‘70s retro-futurism. You’ll find house specials served on striking marble-patterned trays, hand-thrown ceramics, and curated playlists spun on vinyl—all details that elevate without overwhelming. The drinks lean thoughtful: foam-forward floats, pour-overs, high-grade matcha, and a mysterious “special sauce” you’ll be tempted to take home. It’s a space that invites pause, connection, and conversation—exactly as intended.

café capybara

1849 Saint-Catherine St West

Bright, sweet, and unapologetically extra, this Korean-style drink bar serves iced banana lattes, taro coconut refreshers, and pistachio café viennois under a ceiling of capybara plushies and pastel merch. Drinks come topped with fresh bonbon foam and taste better than they have any right to. If you’re into aesthetic café culture—think Seoul meets Concordia—this one’s a must. Go for the vibes, stay for the pistachio latte, and leave with a sticker or three.

Café Tere

156 Rue Prince-Arthur Est

There’s something quietly special about Café Tere. Opened by the team behind Innocere Yoga, this Plateau newcomer is more than just a café—it’s a restorative pause. With natural light, soft design, and a menu that blends third-wave coffee with fresh, vibrant smoothie bowls, it’s built for both post-yoga chill and midday catchups. The espresso’s bright, the croissants are baked in-house, and the Orange Halfmoon bowl hits the spot every time.

BrewLab

5125 Sherbrooke St West

Some of the best cafés sneak up on you—like BrewLab, quietly operating inside Mama’s Boy Barbershop in NDG. It’s a smart, offbeat addition to the neighbourhood: great coffee, flaky viennoiseries, and an evolving art wall that doubles as a platform for local creatives. The vibe is unfussy but intentional, equal parts gallery and hangout. Whether you’re waiting for a fade or just wandering by, this one’s worth stepping into. Bonus: the terrasse is now open and already a low-key favourite.

Cafe le 9e

1500 Blvd Robert-Bourassa

The team behind Melk has officially raised the bar for mall cafés with Café le 9e, a sleek newcomer tucked inside the Eaton Centre that feels anything but corporate. Built on the bones of Art Deco elegance, this second act combines signature Melk pastries with upgraded savouries—think gourmet jambon-beurre, curated by heavy hitters Derek Dammann and Liam Hopkins. It’s fast without feeling rushed, elegant without being showy, and maybe the most unexpectedly chill corner in downtown Montreal. Even if you’re just passing through, this one deserves a detour.

Moon Brew Magic

271 Duluth Ave E

Moon Brew Magic isn’t your typical café—and that’s exactly the point. This newcomer in the Plateau doubles as a metaphysical shop, serving up strong brews alongside spell jars, conjure oils, and tarot readings. Every product is made in-house by the owners team behind the counter, and their passion for ritual and folklore is woven into everything from the incense to the lattes. Come for the vibe, stay for the clarity. If you’re into spiritual tools, seasonal magic, or just want your coffee with a side of witchcraft, this place casts the right kind of spell.

Phin Café

804 Rue Roy Est

Phin Café stands out not with flash, but with heart. A Vietnamese-inspired café by way of the Plateau, it’s run by Đan, whose shift from biotech to barista brings both curiosity and rigour to every drink. Her take on traditional egg coffee is already getting buzz, and her carefully selected roasters—like Ethica and Traffic—push the envelope without shouting about it. Add in a bánh mì, a corner bathed in natural light, and you’ve got one of the most thoughtful new spots in town.

Café Mina Mina

3027 Notre-Dame St West

In a city flooded with cafés, Mina Mina makes its mark with focus and heart. This Saint-Henri newcomer is the first brick-and-mortar from Amina, the barista-turned-founder who brought warmth and specialty coffee to events across Québec with her mobile espresso bar. Now grounded just minutes from Lionel-Groulx, the café continues her mission: precision-brewed espresso, handmade pastries, and a commitment to spotlighting women in coffee. The vibe is intimate but never exclusive—just the right balance of quality and care, served in a space that welcomes everyone.

Café Beardlington

6200 Boulevard Monk

Beardlington is less a barbershop or a café than it is a complete ecosystem. Since 2017, the team has built something that goes beyond haircuts and lattes, creating a shared space where sharp fades and espresso shots coexist without fuss. On one side: the barbershop, known for its consistency, attention to detail, and loyal local following. On the other: Café Beardlington, a natural extension that brings the same philosophy to specialty coffee. The atmosphere bridges clean design with casual warmth, offering everything from a post-cut chill zone to a midday caffeine fix. Whether you’re coming for the fresh pastry or the fresh lineup, you’ll leave feeling like you got exactly what you came for.

Even Café

267 Rue Saint-Zotique Ouest

Even Café is built on a foundation of precision, passion, and a deep respect for the craft. Combining a roastery and café under one roof, the Mile-Ex space brings Montrealers closer to the process, ensuring a seamless journey from green bean to final cup. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals, Even prioritizes quality without pretension, creating an environment where customers can engage with coffee in a meaningful way.

The design, developed with Future Simple Studio, strikes a balance between raw and refined, mirroring the care that goes into every roast. With a curated selection of pour-overs, espresso drinks, and a rotating food menu, Even embodies a new chapter in Montreal’s café culture—one that’s as much about connection as it is about coffee.