Hof Kelsten constitue une destination pour la boulangerie artisanale caractérisée par un savoir-faire méticuleux et des techniques traditionnelles. L'établissement se concentre sur des pains de haute qualité, incluant le levain croustillant et le seigle dense, ainsi qu'une sélection de pâtisseries mettant l'accent sur des textures beurrées et des compositions feuilletées. Les offres emblématiques comprennent des bagels de style juif et des rugelach qui privilégient des profils de saveurs authentiques et profonds plutôt que des modifications modernes. L'environnement intérieur reflète une approche fonctionnelle de la production alimentaire, permettant aux clients d'observer le processus de cuisson tout en choisissant parmi la production quotidienne. Cette concentration professionnelle sur le développement de la pâte et la fermentation assure une norme constante pour chaque article préparé sur place. L'établissement maintient une réputation pour des produits de boulangerie fiables.
Hof Kelsten est largement reconnu comme une destination incontournable à Montréal pour ses produits de boulangerie de haute qualité, avec des éloges fréquents pour sa babka au chocolat exceptionnelle, ses croissants au beurre et sa vaste sélection de pâtisseries salées. De nombreux clients soulignent la maîtrise technique et la fraîcheur des produits, notamment les sandwichs savoureux, la soupe aux boulettes de matza et les boissons caféinées. Bien que l'ambiance et le service soient généralement décrits comme chaleureux et accueillants, certains commentaires notent des incohérences dans la qualité des produits au fil du temps, un espace limité et des variations dans l'hospitalité du personnel. Malgré des avis partagés sur les prix et certains changements de recettes, l'établissement demeure une adresse prisée des habitués et des visiteurs, particulièrement pour ceux qui recherchent des créations originales et fraîches tôt en journée.
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.
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 :)
I had the Tahini & Chocolate pastry; it was dense, moist, substantial; & with all good pastries, had some kind of special magic (it was the very best pastry I've had in a long time). Had to go back & get another! My partner has the ricotta raspberry & it was also a knock out. The staff is friendly, the space is relaxed, & there's a bathroom for customers to use.
Over the past five years, I gave this place so many chances, & the only thing that I found redeemable is the Babka. The bread is OK, but there is better bread around. OK the challah is fine. The only time I tried the pannetonne, it was overproofed. Staff is too cool to actually want to even look at you. Please do not put sugary streusel on your spinach pastry or tomato tart. It is gross in every culinary culture I can think of.
I believe I got the ricotta & zaatar pastry which was DIVINE. I've gotten bread here too & it's always been great. The coffee, however, isn't the greatest but definitely come here for the food!
I can see why this is one of the best bakeries in Montreal. The service as I was greeted was exceptional, probably one of the friendliest. I tried their samples, as well as one sweet (cinnamon danish) & one savoury pastry (cheese & spinach danish) . Fresh & delicious. What surprised me was the coffee - it was one of the best lattes I've had. Will definitely be coming back.
I genuinely cannot say this about any other place I've ever or currently frequent: everything is good. Pick anything off the menu, try any pastry or bread, it's all good.
Authentic cookies, brioche, pastries & bread. The crispness of the pastry, taste of butter, delicious scent were all amazing ! Wish I could try everything so I will definitely go back
