R.E.A.L. Bagel Decarie receives strong overall praise for its fire oven bagels with many calling it the best in Montreal and a Montreal staple, offering a wide variety of flavours and toppings and notably large, fluffy bagels that feel like the real deal, along with all dressed options including onion and garlic and blueberry bagels that are moist and tasty; reviewers note generous sandwiches and other baked goods, a friendly and helpful staff that adds a welcoming, community vibe, and a consistency of freshness and quality that keeps it a go to spot, even as a few comments mention price or suggest room for improvement in bagel shape and presentation.View restaurant profile
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Reviews paint Second Cup Café as a cozy, welcoming spot that works well for studying or catching up with friends, with a calm atmosphere, friendly staff, and tasty coffee. The cake selection is a standout, especially carrot cake and chocolate cake, with generous slices and well balanced frostings, and vegan options like pumpkin bread loaf are appreciated. The cafe is popular with students and remote workers, often open with flexible hours that make it a reliable place to stay for a while. Some locations have excellent service and a warm vibe, while others note issues like outlets not working or crowded, noisy spaces during peak times. The arrangement of seating on two floors helps, and the back seating area is described as nice. Overall, the place delivers reliable coffee and desserts, a pleasant environment for study or socializing, and a strong cake program, with location specific drawbacks to consider.View restaurant profile