Fairmount Bagel Bakery Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	Open 24Hrs
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Fairmount Bagel Bakery is described as an iconic Montreal staple, with wood fired ovens delivering warm, chewy bagels that are best enjoyed fresh and often taken to go. Reviews celebrate a broad lineup of flavors from sesame and everything to blueberry and sun dried tomato, with many calling the sesame bagel the standout and consistently excellent. Readers note the aroma and the hands on experience of watching dough being shaped and boiled in honey water before baking, which adds to the charm. The atmosphere varies in tone from warmly praised staff to occasional comments about slow or uneven service, and some notes about unfriendly moments. A common caveat is that the shop is cash or Canadian debit card only, with some posts noting no seating and lines that move slowly at peak times, but many still say the wait is worth it for the quality. Several reviewers declare it among the best bagels in Montreal if not the world, often preferring it to competitors and NYC comparisons, while a few say the quality can vary and freshness fades later in the day. Overall, the reviews paint a picture of a beloved institution where fresh, warm bagels, classic toppings, and a straightforward takeout experience define the visit, and where the ritual and taste keep locals and visitors returning.

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Norman

5.0

Really good bagels, made fresh. The staff is friendly & helpful. All the bagel options are sooooo good. There was a very steady flow of people coming in & out of Fairmont which is also a good sign how good these bagels are. Seeing the pay phone inside was cool. Didn't know those still exist lol

Oct 19, 2023

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Ilove

Nice good bagel love it so fresh bake on the spot

Sep 17, 2023

Ruberchikken

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3.5

I'm basing myself on the only 2 bagels we tried. The everything bagel & the garlic one. Honestly they were slightly hard & stale. I have the feeling they're not the ones they sell the most so not the freshest. The everything bagel tasted mainly of fennel which I hate & the other tasted like bitter burned garlic. Im sure the sesame bagel is amazing but for now St-Viateur is still my fave.

Nov 28, 2019

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