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Fairmount Bagel Bakery

Montreal’s original wood-fired bagel tradition continues daily.

Mile-End
4.6$
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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 fresh, wood-fired bagels that feature a signature dense, chewy texture and a hint of sweetness. Visitors frequently praise the experience of eating them hot straight out of the oven, noting that the shop offers a variety of flavors and a charming, traditional atmosphere. While many reviewers consider these to be the best bagels in the city and a must-visit destination, others point to the limited payment options, specifically the policy of accepting only cash or Canadian debit, as a potential inconvenience. Experiences with service appear mixed, with some guests encountering friendly and helpful staff while others report feeling rushed or finding the environment less welcoming to tourists. Despite the lack of indoor seating and occasional long queues, most patrons find the quality and unique history of the establishment well worth the stop.
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Carine
4.0

A faire ! Mais on a eu des bagels plutôt secs (canneberge)... Service pas très sympathique.

May 12, 2024
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Alain
5.0

A Classic & iconic bagel store. Excellent quality & traditional backing method. Sometimes there is line to get in

May 12, 2024
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Merel
5.0

Sorry st viateur; fairmount wins!

May 11, 2024
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Abhi
5.0

The best bagel spot in this city. Don't listen to the haters.

May 7, 2024
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H
5.0

Fairmount Bagel's everything bagel & cream cheese 🤩.

May 6, 2024
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T.
5.0

Great place, great bagels. Best when fresh out of the oven. No place to sit but luckily we got a parking spot nearby so we just sat in our car to eat our bagel with cream cheese.

May 6, 2024
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William
5.0

This is my favourite bagel shop of all time. There's nothing better. I ask to have this for my birthday every year.

May 6, 2024
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Steven
4.0

Bagels were nice & good, the store itself is a bit crowded since there just so many bagels. Good friendly experience.

May 6, 2024
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Ken
4.0

Bagels were good. A. It's disappointing you just get a small single serving of to-go cream cheese for your bagel.

May 5, 2024
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Connor
5.0

Delicious fresh bagels that blew my mind.

May 5, 2024
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