After building a cult following in Toronto and Vancouver, Uncle Tetsu finally brought its cloud-like cheesecakes to Quebec with the opening of its first Montréal location downtown. Known for drawing long lines and even longer cravings, the Japanese bakery offers a lighter take on the classic cheesecake—less sugar, less dairy, and no cookie crust in sight. The result is something closer to a soufflé: airy, delicate, and dangerously easy to eat in one sitting. Alongside the signature cakes, the menu typically features honey madeleines, matcha treats, and twice-baked rusks, all made fresh on-site. While the store opened to a lot of fanfare back in 2018, its reputation has held strong among dessert diehards and curious passersby alike. It’s all about the ritual of lining up for a box still warm from the oven.

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Where to shop, sip, and snack during Japan Week 2025 in Montreal

Where to shop, sip, and snack during Japan Week 2025 in Montreal

Explore 20 Japanese cafés, bakeries, shops, and cultural spaces taking part in Montreal’s 11-day celebration of all things Japan.

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