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.

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Nicole

5.0

Les meilleurs bagels en ville

Aug 27, 2025

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Sonia

Nothing beats freshly baked bagels!

Aug 26, 2025

Alexandre

3.0

Je n'ai rien à dire sur la qualité & goût des produits. Par contre, j'ai trouvé les clients & le personnel vraiment bêtes & dans le jugement. On me prend pour un itinérant-voleur alors que je viens juste goûter à cette institution recommande dans guide touristique. Il y a vraiment un problème de paranoïa aigu dans cette ville où on vous prend pour itinérant parce que vous êtes seul. Le personnel qui essaye de me faire passer rapidement pour que je parte au plus vite. Pauvre Montréal & les montréalais avec leurs comportements désagréables.

Natalie

4.0

I wish they had more cream cheese options than just Philadelphia. Best bagel in Montreal though! So fluffy.

Aug 12, 2025

We love the bagels! Very nice service.

Aug 11, 2025

Glowfromwithin

There was a long line up when I was there during lunch time on a Sunday but it was moving at a pretty decent pace. There are only a few options to choose from. The smoked salmon bagel had a generous amount of cream cheese & the bagel had a chewy texture. The sesame bagel with cream cheese was abit too salty. Overall it was nice but nothing memorable or fantastic. They only accept cash or debit.

Aug 10, 2025

Marlon

Excellent taste. Really good bagels

The greatest bagels of all time! Started with the sesame bagel with cream cheese. Something so simple done exceptionally well!

Aug 5, 2025

Rebekah

These are ok but much too heavy for me. I'm also a little surprised they won't even cut the bagel for you.

Aug 4, 2025

Rafay

Didn't really live up to the hype in my opinion

Vimal

The all dressed bagel (toasted & buttered) was worth it!

Jul 27, 2025

Geneviève

Les bagels n'avaient pas l'odeur du feu de bois comme dans mes souvenirs.

Jul 26, 2025

Ines

Small shop, but amazing fresh bagels! A must-eat in Montreal

Jul 25, 2025

Warmhearted & nice staff, freshly baked bagel is the best! Love the bagel & love the people, it also makes love Montreal!
-love from Australia

Jul 12, 2025

Taylor

My go-to place for Montreal-style bagels. Highly recommend the sesame bagels which are always the freshest. Note that you either need cash or if your purchase is over $10 then you can use a Canadian debit card (no credit cards, no international cards)

Jul 11, 2025

Jon

Buenos beigels. Pide los recién hechos

Jul 10, 2025

Ruobing

All dressed is the best!!!!!
Great salmon!!!

Jul 8, 2025

Delphine

The best bagels in Montreal !

Jul 5, 2025

Caremegem

Classic

Isaac

Imo better than Saint Viateur - Fairmount has interesting flavors & the dough is better & slightly chewy

Jul 4, 2025

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