Whether it's for breakfast, lunch or even after "last call", come and have a bagel of your choice with or without cream cheese and/or smoked salmon, ready to take out.
Fairmount Bagel Bakery is widely celebrated for its authentic Montreal style bagels, chewy and freshly baked in wood-fired ovens, with a range that includes sesame, everything, onion, garlic, pumpernickel, bozo, sun dried tomato, cranberry, and more; reviewers describe them as among the best in Montreal and often in the world, worth the wait in long lines that move steadily; the experience is typically take-out only, with no indoor seating and a cash or Canadian debit card payment policy, plus occasional notes about rising prices and smaller sizes; the bagels pair well with a variety of cream cheeses and toppings, and the smell of the bakery and watching bagels being prepared adds to the charm; several mentions highlight the friendly staff and the sense of tradition, while a few reviews flag inconsistent service or crowding at peak times; overall the place is regarded as a must try for Montreal bagel lovers and a signature stop for visitors seeking an iconic bite.
The owners, Rhonda & Irwin were so incredibly kind & accommodating. They also showed us the process of how they make their iconic bagels. So interesting, fun & delicious!
Best bagels in town! You have to try these! This place is open 24/7 36t days a year.
You ll find many flavours, my favourite is sesame! They arw always fresh!!!
Controversy: Better than a NYC bagel…! (Coming from a lifelong New Yorker.) Any NYers who want to debate this post, let's go.
Best way to eat this bagel: Dip it into cream cheese - it's so crunchy, don't even bother slicing open. (This is the OG way of eating bagels >> pre 1900's)
What can I say, a bagel boiled in honey water was so new to me, I love bread & had to try. It was delicious, I can't wait to have a seseme bagel again. I'm a nyc bread lover.
Bagels are must try. Their sesame bagel is the most popular & definitely lived up to the hype. We picked up the Olive with Sundried Tomato spread & the Aubergine caviar spread & I am glad we bought them they are soooooo good.
Jan 6, 2026
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