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Au Kouing-Amann

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
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Au Kouing-Amann Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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At 316 avenue du Mont-Royal Est, we've been loving the kouing-amann for over 30 years.

A true neighborhood café, the owner and employees work together to offer gourmet pastries (made with passion!), fresh sandwiches and the famous kouing-amann.

Let yourself be tempted by a moment of greed in a warm family atmosphere that has lasted for nearly three decades.

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Reviews for Au Kouing-Amann

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Review Summary

Au Kouing-Amann earns widespread praise for its namesake pastry, with the kouign amann described as perfectly caramelized on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft and buttery inside, often hailed as one of the best pastries in Montreal. The menu also shines with croissants and other flaky specialties, though the star remains the signature treat, and warm service plus a cozy, compact setting are frequently noted. Busy periods, small seating, and occasional limited hours are common caveats, but queues are seen as a sign of popularity and the wait is often deemed worth it. Overall, Au Kouing-Amann is described as a must visit for pastry lovers, delivering consistent flavor, authentic Breton influence, and a memorable bakery experience that locals and visitors alike would return to.
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Cozy little bakery. The smell of butter once you enter is amazing.There is not much seating, & it gets filled up pretty quickly. We had a slice of kouing amann (butter cake), & I heard the angels sing. It was crispy on top but with a soft middle. Very fresh. I have to come back for the croissants &, of course, another slice of the kouing amann.

Jan 12, 2025
on Google

I split an almond croissant with my friend & it was the single best croissant I have ever had in my life. I don't even like almond croissants, & it was better than any other croissant I ever had. My friend offered me the last bite of his half, & I couldn't even be polite before letting it melt in my mouth. Combine that with the friendliest, most hard-working staff you've ever met & you will find yourself writing a 5 star review as quick as me.

Jan 11, 2025
on Google

kouign amann is delicious!! thank you!!

Jan 10, 2025
on Google

The Kouign amann is absolutely delicious 10/10. Have gone back many times. Their croissants are also very good.

Jan 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

Finally I visited here! The store was closed when I visit here last time. I was really happy to have the iconic Kouign amann! The shape is unique! I wish I could purchase the whole one. It's very soft, & buttery. The bottom is slightly caramelized. I would say not crunch but the taste is amazing. I didn't try another pastries. I want to try some next time!

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

One of the best bakeries in the world. The best ever.

Dec 28, 2024
on Google
4.0

kouign amann一般 個人唔覺有特別 croissant 就幾好食

Dec 23, 2024
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Yes yes & yes. Best pastry ever. Get the kouign amann

Dec 22, 2024
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Delicious kouign amann! Small space

Dec 22, 2024
on Google

Great kouign amann, great people

Dec 21, 2024
on Google

I have to say best kouign amann in my life!!! If I live in Montreal I would buy this for every party I host!!!

Dec 21, 2024
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tired both the the kouign amann & the almond croissant, both were amazing. just note that the seating inside is very limited.

Nov 24, 2024
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Their Kouign amann pastry is phenomenal. You can feel the butter in each layer of the dough. I also enjoyed the cheese croissant

Nov 19, 2024
on Google

Their namesake pastry is one of the most amazing things I have ever tried

Nov 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Kouign Amann is delicious! Bakery staff was so nice. Brought some home to freeze with directions on how to reheat!

Nov 9, 2024
on Google

Deeply delicious

Nov 8, 2024
on Google

Top 5 best pastries I've ever tried

Nov 8, 2024
on Google
5.0

best croissant & kouign amann in the area

Nov 4, 2024
on Google

Kouign Amann classic was delicious

Nov 3, 2024
on Google
5.0

My first bite in Mtl 14 years ago. Still tasting the same today ❤️

Nov 1, 2024
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