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.
Au Kouing-Amann is widely praised for its namesake pastry, a buttery, caramelized treat with a crispy crust and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center, frequently described as the best Kouign Amann in Montreal, with croissants and almond croissants also highlighted; the shop is small and cozy, with limited seating and a tendency toward takeout, while the staff are consistently friendly and helpful; opening hours can be limited or vary by day, so planning ahead is advised; overall, reviews celebrate freshness, balance, and rich butter flavors, making Au Kouing-Amann a must-visit for pastry lovers in Montreal and often worth buying a whole Kouign Amann to take home.
We weren't sure what to expect with the kouign-amann but our slices were buttery, warm, & delicious! We lucked out & 1 of the 2 tables was available for us to enjoy them in store.
May 14, 2026
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Went to Kouign Amann & tried their signature sliced kouign amann, & omg, it was genuinely one of the best pastries I've had. Perfectly flaky on the outside, soft & moist inside, with rich buttery layers & little bursts of caramelized sweetness in every bite.
The texture was incredible, crisp yet melt-in-your-mouth at the same time, & the flavor was so balanced without being overly sweet. You can really taste the quality & care put into it.
Honestly, it instantly became one of my favorite treats in the city. Definitely worth the hype & already craving another one.
Came very early to get the Kouign Amaan for birthday. Legitimately the best thing/pastry I have ever eaten. Prepare for mind to be blown.
Must visit location in Montreal.
Not too sweet, a tiny bit of saltiness for balance, crispy thin caramelised outside, extremely soft buttery inside (almost like a crispy cake complex croissant).
Not to mention server was super nice.
& then I got 2 more & I never usually get more of anything, so these are dangerous, good thing I don't live here.
Je vis à montréal depuis trois ans & je vais déménager à la fin du mois. Ce magasin est un délice dont je ne peux pas Me Réjouir. J'ai présenté Kouing Amann à beaucoup d'amis & c'est un délice à ne pas manquer. Ça Me Manquera beaucoup.
I didn't know how a croissant was supposed to taste until I had one here. Every bite was so crispy & flaky & messy in the best way. & their namesake Kouign-amann might be the best dessert I've ever tried. I've searched for a better one ever since, including in Paris, & none have compared.
