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

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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.

Reviews for Fairmount Bagel Bakery

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Amy

5.0

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!

Feb 17, 2026

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Irma

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!!!

Feb 11, 2026

Frédéric

Un classique pour s'approvisionner en bagels. Ceux aux bleuets sont exceptionnels !

Luc

Baguels chauds fondant carrément dans la bouche

Feb 9, 2026

Jessica

We stop here on our way back to Ottawa. Best bagels!

Feb 4, 2026

Guazro

Les bagels frais viennent d'ici.

Feb 1, 2026

Excellent produit comme toujours. Line-up poir acheter des produits. 10 minutes d attente mais pour la qualité j attend quand meme

Jan 24, 2026

Yaakov

The best bagel I've eaten in my life!

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)

Jan 15, 2026

Jim

Amongst the best bagels in Montreal.

Jan 14, 2026

Jesse

Best bagels in the City

Jan 13, 2026

Dale

2nd best bagels in Mile End. They will make a sandwich, tho.

Jan 9, 2026

Ronald

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.

Jan 7, 2026

Diva

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

Mathieu

Simply the best bagel in Montreal, no question!

Jan 4, 2026

Julie

Les meilleurs bagels de Montréal!

Shira

Perfect in every way. Order what ever is warm & freshly baked.

Jan 3, 2026

Mahima

4.0

All dressed & sesame is good.

Jan 1, 2026

Brian

Best bagel I have ever had. Bit of a line up but worth it. No coffee or drinks available so be aware

Eris

Always packed but for good reason.

They have the best bagels.

Mehrdad

Very delicious & fresh

Dec 31, 2025

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