Bagel Etc produit des bagels emblématiques de style montréalais caractérisés par une mie dense et moelleuse ainsi qu une croûte dorée obtenue grâce à des méthodes de cuisson traditionnelles au feu de bois. Ces anneaux façonnés à la main sont pochés dans une eau miellée afin de garantir le profil aromatique caractéristique qui définit l identité culinaire locale. Au delà des variétés classiques au sésame ou aux graines de pavot, l établissement propose une sélection variée de sandwichs consistants composés de viandes, de fromages et de légumes frais déposés sur ces pains maltés. L agencement intérieur privilégie une esthétique fonctionnelle axée sur la rapidité de service des produits artisanaux. Le respect rigoureux des méthodes ancestrales assure l intégrité texturale requise pour un produit authentique. La clientèle découvre un menu spécialisé concentré sur les éléments fondamentaux de la boulangerie et des accords protéinés savoureux.
Bagel Etc. est largement considéré comme une institution montréalaise charmante, appréciée pour son atmosphère rétro chaleureuse, son décor nostalgique et son lien avec l'histoire culturelle de la ville. De nombreux clients apprécient le menu déjeuner classique, en particulier les œufs bénédictine, les Huevos Rancheros et les bagels frais, tout en soulignant souvent le service rapide et convivial du personnel. Bien que l'établissement soit prisé pour son ambiance unique et son caractère accueillant, certains visiteurs ont relevé des incohérences dans la qualité des plats, des retards de service pendant les heures de pointe et des préoccupations concernant la politique de paiement uniquement en argent comptant, ce qui a causé de la frustration chez ceux qui n'avaient pas été informés de cette exigence au préalable.
Bagel Etc. - breakfast with a little Leonard Cohen magic
If you're following Leonard Cohen's footsteps through Montreal, Bagel Etc. is a stop you absolutely cannot skip. Located directly across Saint-Laurent Boulevard from Cohen's former home, this was one of his favorite breakfast spots-& he was a regular here for years, often sitting at the counter with his coffee. (Le Journal de Montréal)
Walking in feels like stepping into another Montreal era. It's cozy, old-school, slightly quirky, & completely unpolished in the best possible way. This isn't some trendy brunch concept designed for Instagram-it feels like a real neighborhood institution.
& knowing that Leonard Cohen could have been sitting at that very counter, drinking his allongé & quietly working on his thoughts, makes the experience pretty special. There's something almost poetic about having breakfast in the same little place where one of Montreal's greatest writers & musicians once spent his mornings.
For us, this was less about checking off another restaurant & more about connecting the dots of Cohen's Montreal-his house, the neighborhood, the murals, & now the place where he liked to have breakfast.
If you love Leonard Cohen, music, history, or simply authentic old-school Montreal, put Bagel Etc. on your list. A small place with a big story.
Don't go here. There are so many nice breakfast places in Montreal. The food & options were good, but the service was TERRIBLE. One of the servers in particular was so impolite, you wonder why she even works there. We were told this place was a classic & the owner seems nice but clearly he needs to take a look at how his staff treat customers.
1 août 2026
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Came here for brunch with my friends & we loved the trendy style/ambiance of the place.
We each ordered a specialty platter, where they ranged anywhere from $15 to $23. I personally got the Mont Royal, which I'd highly recommend.
It was a very flavorful omelette packed with meat & peppers, & it was great with the home fries & bread. Despite the bagels being from Fairmont, they were pretty disappointing. Get the challah! Side note, the french toast was DELICIOUS.
The service was also great! The waitress noticed I had an empty water bottle from outside & offered to refill it. I was very impressed since I've never been asked that before lol. However, it took quite a while to get the bill because the restaurant was so busy.
Despite the restaurant's name, if you skip the bagel, I'd highly recommend getting brunch here!
My girlfriend & I were disappointed with our brunch breakfast plates.
For a place called Bagels Etc the bagels are not good & used to be better. They could at least source them from nearby St Viateur or Fairmount, or one of several better other bagel shops in town.
While disclosed on the menu, the plates suffer from a lack of fruit. Included potatoes & meat were standard as expected.
On the positive side, our server was good, aside from not bringing us condiments (minor) & the outdoor seating is very nice. No loud music so easy to enjoy a peaceful meal.
I don't get the hype ?!? Other than the staff who are super friendly & welcoming the food is mediocre . The potatoes lack flavor , the pancakes were dense . Overall, the food failed to live up to all the positive reviews I read before choosing this place . However , the great service made the visit pleasant .
