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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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Review Summary

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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Byron
4.0

Was a nice surprise a manager came from back counter & set up tables for us & the kids we enjoyed a nice lunch the Motaz Ball Soup was the best I have ever had 👌Sandwiches were tasty & the fresh bread cool spot 🫶🏻

Nov 12, 2025
on Google
Alexandre
2.0

Faisait un bout de temps que je n'y avais pas été. Service très laborieux, difficile d'être servi en français. Nous ne sommes plus dans les années 50. Le commerce a beau être sur''La main'', learn some french guys.

Oct 12, 2025
on Google
George
4.0

Recommended by few guides we stopped by & tried the food. Good food , over recommended but at the end the food is a question of taste :-). If you are on Mont Royal steer stop by & make your own opinion

Oct 12, 2025
on Google
Nat
5.0

Délicieux gâteau au miel & matcha latté. :0) Le personnel est très sympathique.

Oct 11, 2025
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Hugues
5.0

Very good selection of baked goods. The Babka is very well made but you need to get there early to get one as they fly off the shelves. Good coffee, the staff does a very good job & is always courteous & friendly. One of my go-to stops whenever I am in Montreal.

Oct 7, 2025
on Google
Coralie
5.0

Petite boulangerie avec de merveilleux produits (pains, viennoiseries). Ils font aussi brunch & offrent du café. Les produits sont originaux & frais!
Par contre, le nombre de place est vraiment limité pour manger (brunch) & le personnel à la caisse n'est pas très sympathique.

Aug 26, 2025
on Google
Christine
5.0

Toujours un bel accueil, sourires bonne musique & surtout bon café & délicieuses viennoiseries.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google
Paolo
4.0

This place is excellent across the board, especially service.
My only remark as an apple lover: please put more apple in the turnovers please, there was a hair's width of it in the last one I ordered!

Aug 9, 2025
on Google
Mathieu
2.0

C'est la boulangerie la plus proche de chez moi, mais je préfère marcher davantage pour aller chez Guillaume ou au Toledo, voire au Première moisson. La sélection, les prix, les quantités/formats définitivement meilleurs ailleurs. Après, c'est quand même bon au Hof Kelsen, c'est juste qu'ils ne parviennent pas à se démarquer sur quoi que ce soit, sinon que c'est une caricature du Mile End: trop cher pour ce que c'est.

Aug 4, 2025
on Google
Adam
5.0

Super service & ambiance!

Aug 2, 2025
on Google
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