After a very long wait and very hard work to find the best ingredients quality to make the best recipes of our own baked products we’re finally open to the public. For all food lovers come visit us.
Reviews describe Ava & Allen Bakery as a warm, welcoming spot that serves fresh, made-to-order dishes with authentic Palestinian flavors. The dough is praised as soft but crispy, with zaatar, manakish, cheese, and musakhan among the standout offerings, along with pastries and kunafa bites. The service is fast, friendly, and hospitable, and the atmosphere feels like home with a clean, inviting space. Diners note high quality ingredients, a strong sense of culture, and a willingness to return to try more items.
We went in these today on a whim expecting this to be a French style bakery. We were a little taken back when we got there. The host was incredibly kind & helped us pick something for all of us. Upon hearing that it was our first time, he even made us something that wasn't on the menu at all.
I don't drink coffee but my husband does he loved their coffee.
The owners are from Palestine & are trying to keep authentic Palestinian cuisine alive without it getting lost into the large umbrella on Middle Eastern Food, which I highly appreciate.
Overall the food was incredibly good, the host very kind, welcoming & humble. For anyone who hasn't tried Palestinian food, you absolutely must visit!
I recently tried the mankoshihs at Ava & Allen & it exceeded my expectations! I'm a fan of Zaatar & I found this place to have such good quality. So whether you're a zaatar lover or just looking to try something new & flavorful, the Zaatar & cheese mankoshih is a must no matter what time of the day along with everything else they have.
Great food, warm atmosphere, & friendly service. I'll definitely be back for more.
I've been meaning to write a review & I've already been there several times.
Sep 20, 2025
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Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! We had the falafel, zaatar, pesto & chicken manaeesh, they were all amazing! You can taste the quality. This is our new place. I felt like there was a lot of care put into every item. I look forward to going again !
Just discovered Ava & Allen, a beautiful Palestinian bakery that truly captures the taste of home & tradition. Every bite is filled with love, history, & authenticity. 🍞🥮 From their fresh bread to their sweet pastries, you can feel the dedication & heart behind every creation. Supporting places like this means supporting culture, resilience, & community. Highly recommend everyone to visit & experience the flavors of Palestine. 🇵🇸❤?
Aug 22, 2025
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Stumbled upon this little coffee shop during my stay in montreal. Barista was super friendly & welcoming. We got the Americano & the café latte. Both were smooth & fresh. We also got this pastry (forgot what it was called) basically the box with 10 sweets & ohmyyyy was it worth every bite. Definitely check this spot out if you're in/or passing by town !
Jul 22, 2025
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Super cute cafe. We got the halloumi pesto, msakhan, & zaatar/cheese manakeesh, all of which were freshly baked & phenomenally delicious. The service was incredible, the owner was so attentive & caring; he gave us a few water bottles on the house because it was an especially hot day. Will definitely visit again!
Best mankoushih I've ever tasted, generous topping & perfect dough. Owners are very friendly & welcoming all their clients. Feeling that I was among my family.
Thanks Mohamed for today's dinner. My mum & I finally found turkish coffee & a perfect mankoushih in the town & the most important having charming & welcoming people just like you all😊
Absolutely delicious!
If you're looking for authentic, fresh, & flavorful manakish, this is the spot.
The dough is perfectly soft with just the right crisp on the edges, & the za'atar blend is so fragrant & balanced.
I also tried the cheese manakish - rich, melty, & satisfying.
Super friendly service & fast, too.
Perfect for a quick bite or casual lunch.
Highly recommend!
Hidden gem that shouldn't be hidden. The musakhan was the highlight for us, but everything we tried was great. Looking forward to going back to try their Fatteh & Falafel.
