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Kettlemans Bagel

Authentic Montreal-style wood-fired bagels crafted fresh around the clock.

Downtown
4.2$$
OPENOpen 24Hrs
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Kettlemans Bagel specializes in the traditional Montreal style bagel, characterized by a hand-rolled dough boiled in honey-infused water before undergoing a crisp bake in a signature wood-burning oven. Each bagel exhibits a distinct chewy texture paired with a subtly sweet profile and a blistered, golden crust. The menu features an extensive array of cream cheese spreads, ranging from classic plain to garden vegetable and smoked salmon variations. Guests encounter an open-kitchen layout where the intensive labor of bagel production remains visible throughout the service. Stacks of freshly prepared sandwiches utilize these bagels as the structural foundation, often incorporating high-quality deli meats and crisp produce. This establishment prioritizes speed and consistency, delivering authentic, artisanal products that define a specific category of Canadian culinary heritage through precise techniques and wood-fired heat.

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4.2562 ratings
5★
62%
4★
17%
3★
7%
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11%
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4.2562 ratings
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7%
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Kettlemans Bagel is widely recognized as a top destination in Montreal for fresh, high-quality bagels that feature a perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a chewy interior. Many customers praise the restaurant for its generous portions, wide variety of sandwich options, and the engaging experience of watching bagels being baked on-site. While most visitors appreciate the clean environment and the friendly, efficient staff, experiences regarding service speed and food consistency can vary during peak hours. Overall, the establishment is frequently recommended as an affordable and welcoming spot for both breakfast and quick meals, especially for those attending events at the nearby Bell Centre.
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5.0

The freshest & most delicious bagels I had in Montreal. The staff were always friendly, & the shop was clean & well maintained.

However, it's a good idea to double-check your order, as there were occasional mistakes-for example, a bagel being served without the jam I ordered, or bacon being included even though I had specifically asked for no bacon.

Aug 13, 2026
on Google
T!
4.0

So so good I just wish there was way more sauce on it

Aug 12, 2026
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Purvi
5.0

Great begal don't miss it!!

Aug 12, 2026
on Google
Tanya
5.0

Delicious & entertaining.

Aug 10, 2026
on Google
Chris
2.0

The bagel was good but everything other than the bagel was a disaster. The sandwich was wet because of the tomatoes & the'iced latte' was just refrigerated drip coffee.

Aug 9, 2026
on Google
Aurelia
5.0

I visited here after a Ariana Grande concert at Bell Centre. It was a little bit after 11 PM & it was packed. The lines were really long, but moved pretty quickly. I would say within 20 minutes, I was at the front of the line.

I got a lox bagel with cream cheese & capers while my friend got the fried chicken bagel. They both looked really good, but I don't think you could mess up a salmon & cream cheese bagel. Pretty tasty at 11 PM at night.

The bagels were made fresh & you can see that with the production line behind the cash register. I didn't take much pictures of the restaurant as I did not sit there & it was pretty packed.

But would definitely give it a 10 out of 10 for the taste. Also for the convenience! You would think that everyone would head to McDonald's, but this was a great choice instead of it.

Aug 8, 2026
on Google
CompetentCrew
1.0

For the famously Canadian Bagel shop that is open 24 hours it's strange that they ran out of bagels by 5 pm & promised to bake them again next morning… disappointing.

Aug 8, 2026
on Google
Vernaur
4.0

🥯Dear Kettman's, you're my everything bagel.
🙈LOVED the bagels omg - they're thinner, crispier, & less doughy than the bagels I'm used to, which gave them a unique taste.

I tried the everything bagel with cream cheese, & it was SUPER good. There were so many flavours to choose from. I ended up going back to buy two packs - Wanted to try at least one of every flavour!

Service can be a little slow at times, however, for these bagels - VALID!!! The atmosphere was ok overall, but finding a seat during peak hours can be a challenge. Even so, the bagels are totally worth the wait.

Aug 5, 2026
on Google
Daria
1.0

Too expensive for a falling apart bagel.. choose McDonald instead

Aug 5, 2026
on Google
Jonathan
5.0

Very helpful staff who accommodated out large take out order with ease. The fact the bagels are being made fresh in front of your eyes makes this experience even better when searching for a good place to stop for a snack

Aug 4, 2026
on Google
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