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ZAB Café

Specialty roaster with a café on Saint-Denis Street and brewing workshops at its Parc-Extension lab.

  • Montréal
  • since 2016
  • Drinks

About ZAB Café

ZAB Café is a Montreal specialty coffee roaster founded in 2016. It runs a café on Saint-Denis Street and offers brewing workshops at its lab in Parc-Extension.

It suits coffee lovers who want to learn more about brewing good coffee at home. A workshop makes a fun gift for a friend who loves coffee, or a nice outing for two. Stop by the café for a cup, then take home beans to practise what you learn. ZAB Café is a local place to deepen your coffee knowledge in Montreal, from the cup to the roast.

At a glance

Category
Drinks
Based in
Montréal
Founded
2016
Size
An independent, smaller maker
Listed in
Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal

Questions people ask

Is ZAB Café made in Quebec?

Yes. ZAB Café started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.

What does ZAB Café make?

Specialty roaster with a café on Saint-Denis Street and brewing workshops at its Parc-Extension lab.

When was ZAB Café founded?

ZAB Café was founded in 2016, about 10 years ago.

Where can I buy from ZAB Café?

Start with its official website, zabcafe.com. In Quebec, local beer and cider are sold in grocery stores and dépanneurs, while wine and spirits are sold at the SAQ. Many breweries, cideries, distilleries and roasters also sell on site or online.

Is ZAB Café a big company or a small business?

ZAB Café is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.

What are some local brands similar to ZAB Café?

Other local brands in Drinks include PUR Vodka, Sober Carpenter, 94 Celcius, Romeo's Gin.

How did ZAB Café get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run ZAB Café and want to update this page, contact us.

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