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Hof Kelsten

Traditional Jewish & French pastries & breads, plus brunch & espresso, in a modern, trendy space.
Mile-End
4.5$
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Hof Kelsten Mile-End, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Hof Kelsten functions as a destination for artisanal baking characterized by meticulous craftsmanship and traditional techniques. The establishment focuses on high-quality loaves, including crusty sourdough and dense rye, alongside a selection of pastries that emphasize butter-forward textures and flaky compositions. Signature offerings include Jewish-style bagels and rugelach that prioritize deep, authentic flavor profiles over modern modifications. The interior environment reflects a functional approach to food production, allowing patrons to observe the baking process while selecting from the daily output. This professional focus on dough development and fermentation ensures a consistent standard for every item prepared on-site. The establishment maintains a reputation for reliable baked goods that cater to those seeking substantial, scratch-made products rooted in classical baking traditions and consistent culinary execution.

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4.5241 ratings
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Reviews for Hof Kelsten

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*as of 2026-07-15
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Hof Kelsten is widely regarded as a premier destination in Montreal for high-quality baked goods, with frequent praise directed at its exceptional chocolate babka, buttery croissants, and diverse selection of savory pastries. Many patrons highlight the bakery's technical proficiency and fresh, flavorful offerings, including standout sandwiches, matzoh ball soup, and well-crafted coffee beverages. While the general atmosphere and service are frequently described as friendly and welcoming, some feedback points to inconsistencies in product quality over time, limited seating, and occasional lapses in service or staffing hospitality. Despite mixed opinions regarding pricing and specific recipe changes, the restaurant remains a popular go-to spot for locals and visitors alike, particularly for those seeking unique, freshly made items early in the day.
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Mandi
5.0

I will never again visit Montreal without stopping at this bakery. Absolutely fantastic. I learned about it because the restaurant we visited carried their pastries & had to check it out. The best selection of savoury pastries I think I have ever seen! & the chocolate babka is insanely good. I've only ever had good babka in New York City but now also here. & the zaatar twist pastry & everywhere pastry were both awesome. An absolute must! We ate a couple of pastries in & then some to go for the road home. Can't recommend enough.

Jul 14, 2026
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Emma
5.0

Amazing croissants!🥐

Jul 13, 2026
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Arturo
5.0

Local MTL. First time coming to this place. Wanted to try the breakfast sandwich. Made with a different bread than English muffin. Not sure what it's called but it's good.

Ordered with $5 veal bacon by mistake. I apologized. They were so kind & made it on the house. It was worth it! Will definitely come back & get the veal bacon. Thanks guys!

Jul 12, 2026
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Ifthi
5.0

Loved the vibe & service. Coffee & pastries are fine, definitely coming back here.

Jul 11, 2026
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Ismail
1.0

If you want to have fresh pastries they don't have it here. They serve cold pastries okay I understand they made them early in the morning but at least warm them up, they don't even have microwave for costumers to warm them up, cold & dull. Try somewhere else. Disappointed ☹?

Jun 28, 2026
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Francis
5.0

Excellente boulangerie du quartier Plateau-Mont-Royal. Tout est excellent, mais j'apprécie particulièrement les pâtisseries salées

Jun 26, 2026
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Marc
5.0

Excellent everything croissant & other fun & delicious savory croissant. Their basic croissant is amazing. One of the best in Montreal & we tried many when we lived there for 9 months.

Jun 20, 2026
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Amy
5.0

Came here on a food tour & the chocolate babka is my favorite thing I ate during my vacation to Montreal, & I ate A LOT!

Jun 12, 2026
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Chloe
4.0

I had wanted to come here for a while so i was so excited to finally get the chance. Initial thought: great customer service, friendly aura. Music loud though lol. Interior is nice at a glance but kind of dingy? Maybe theyre going for that worn in look idk but the eating areas left a bit to be desired.
I came after 3 pm so the selection of pastries was small! Only like 6 options.
Chose the ricotta & sesame pastry. 4.80. Erm. Yeah plateau prices i guess wow. It was fine but the main thing was that there was no way to heat it up. what? Ngl that's never been an issue with a cafe for me so i was kind of surprised & ate it whatever nothing to cry about but it wouldve helped lol. Pastry was fine, didn't taste any ricotta so ill assume its kneaded into the dough..? Not bad! Wouldnt order it again though as they have many other options i'd want to try :)

Jun 8, 2026
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Sergio
5.0

looovely place with a sink outside the kitchen, loved that little detail & really nice sandwich/bakery as well as the coffee

Jun 3, 2026
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