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Fairmount Bagel Bakery

Mile-End
4.6$
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Fairmount Bagel Bakery Mile-End, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Fairmount Bagel Bakery produces iconic Montreal-style bagels through a traditional wood-fired oven process that ensures a distinctively crisp exterior and a dense, chewy interior. Each bagel is hand-rolled and boiled in honey-infused water before being baked on wooden planks to achieve a signature golden hue. The menu centers on these hand-crafted rings, which are available in classic varieties like sesame, poppy seed, and everything. Patrons often pair these fresh creations with high-quality cream cheese, smoked salmon, or capers available for purchase. The bakery functions as an essential purveyor of local culinary heritage, maintaining long-standing techniques that define the regional bagel profile. By focusing strictly on artisanal baking methods, the establishment remains a cornerstone for those seeking authentic, high-quality products that prioritize texture and flavor above all else.

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Fairmount Bagel Bakery is widely celebrated as an iconic Montreal institution, famous for its authentic, wood-fired bagels that are prized for their perfect balance of a crispy exterior, chewy interior, and subtle honey-sweetness. Many visitors consider these to be the best bagels in the world, often recommending that guests enjoy them fresh and warm directly from the oven while wandering the neighborhood. While the establishment is frequently busy and limited in space, most patrons find the experience of watching the hand-rolling process and sampling the diverse variety of flavors to be well worth the wait. Although reviews occasionally mention mixed experiences with service speed, payment restrictions like cash-only or Canadian debit policies, and limited seating, the majority of visitors remain loyal to the bakery as a essential, high-quality stop in the city.
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Lori
5.0

We headed to the newly opened Fairmount bagel cafe where they serve coffee, smoothies & various sweet & savoury bagel sandwiches. My husband chose the smoked salmon on a sesame bagel & I chose butter, honey & sea salt also in a sesame bagel. The coffees were very good & the bagel sandwiches were delicious! Exactly the style of bagel I prefer.

Jun 23, 2026
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Thierry
5.0

Un des meilleurs endroits à bagel de Montréal. Selon l'heure, préparez vous à faire la file. Il y a de tout pour garnir vos bagels, du fromage à la crème jusqu'au saumon fumé sous toutes ses formes. Service rapide & courtois.

Jun 23, 2026
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Landon
1.0

Visited this place around 1:30 pm due to its hype on social media, was extremely underwhelmed with the service. The brunette girl behind the counter was exceptionally rude for no reason & was very unwelcoming in her demeanor. The other girl at the counter was nice, wish I interacted with her instead. I understand that the place is famous & busy, but there is something about basic decency that needs to be used.

Jun 20, 2026
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Dan
5.0

A real deal Montreal bagel shop with a long history, great bagels, great staff, & a great experience, which I recommend, even though I still prefer Brooklyn style bagels.

By the way, there is a Café Fairmount Bagel across the street, especially if you want a drink or a sandwich

Jun 20, 2026
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Lola
5.0

I bought the sesame bagel. It was so yummy andfresh. Like you can tell the difference between store-bought vs fresh bagels.

Jun 20, 2026
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Blue
5.0

We did the Montreal Bagel challenge & the winner for'eat hot out of the oven', tasting for bite, crust.... we took it VERY seriously, goes to... 😋

Jun 17, 2026
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George
5.0

Best bagels in town
New flavored bagels, coffee, pina colada, cranberry etc. Accepts interact payments.

Jun 16, 2026
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Charlie-Kirk
3.0

What I Like 👍:
A) Fresh bagels if you order at the front.
B) They have cream Cheese & spreads for sale as well.
C) It has history & a one of the popular bagel shops.
D) Service is good. They are bilingual. French & English.

What I did not like 👎:
A) Some of the bells they give were a little burnt for me.
B) It's a not a bagel shop where they put meat or salmon etc. Many tourist think it's like a sandwich shop.
C) No credit. Only Canadian Debit or Money.
D) Pricey for my budget still worth it though.

Final thoughts 💭:
It's a good & decent bagel shop. Been here many times. Just improve on the bagels & customer sastifactoon.

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Seek & Repent. Jésus esta Rey 👑

Philippians 4:12-14 ✝?

Jun 14, 2026
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Harsukhman
4.0

An iconic bagel shop in Montreal that's conveniently open 24/7. I got their sesame & onion bagels which I enjoyed. Personally do prefer St.Viatuer's but these are quite good as well. They are cash only under $10 I believe & also accept debit.

Jun 12, 2026
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Serkan
5.0

Fairmount Bagel has special & tasty bagels. The bagels are a little smaller than typical U.S. bagels, but the taste is very nice. They also have coffee & a dining area across the street. A unique place to try in Montreal.

Jun 10, 2026
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