Reviews of La Fabrique de Bagel Montréal show a mix of high praise and some criticisms. Many describe the bagels as fresh with a wide range of cream cheeses and toppings, with jalapeno cream cheese and a pesto with salmon noted as especially tasty, and the coffee is frequently mentioned as good. Morning service is commonly described as friendly, attentive, and efficient, with a clean space and a warm, family friendly feel that suits a quick breakfast before classes or work, and the place sits in an indoor mall that some find convenient. On the other hand, some guests report inconsistent quality such as bagels that feel stale or not toasted, overreliance on pre made options, and prices that can seem high, along with occasional crowding or lines and uneven service. Still, the overall impression is that La Fabrique de Bagel Montréal remains a solid choice for bagel lovers seeking made to order options and a broad variety, especially when visiting early or looking for a quick, flavorful bite.
I absolutely loved this café/bagel shop-so much so that I'd genuinely go out of my way to come back, even all the way from Vancouver. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm, welcoming, & effortlessly cozy. You can tell there's a lot of care put into every detail.
The bagels were fresh, perfectly textured, & easily some of the best I've had-crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, & paired with such delicious, high-quality ingredients. Everything tasted homemade & thoughtfully prepared. The coffee was just as impressive-rich, smooth, & the perfect complement to the food.
What really stood out, though, was the service. The staff were genuinely kind, friendly, & made the whole experience feel special rather than rushed.
This place isn't just a quick stop-it's somewhere you want to sit, enjoy, & come back to. If I'm ever in the area again, it'll be one of my first stops without hesitation. Highly recommend!
It is one of my favorite places to eat bagels with my friends before going to class in the morning. They have a large selection of different types of cream cheeses & bagels. My favorite is their jalapeno cream cheese, & the pesto (with salmon), it's amazing. I'm also not a big coffee guy, but their mocha was really good. The staff is very friendly, & there are plenty of places nearby to sit & eat as well.
Mar 3, 2026
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This place has gone downhill over the years. They used to make a delicious & packed breakfast bagel that they actually grilled but that is no longer the case, pictures from 7 years ago show you how it used to be. Now it's just a blah bagel with a thin piece of'scrambled egg' which most likely comes from liquid eggs & just one, equally thin slice of turkey or ham, packed with gross garlic butter. At least they're not shy on the butter. They don't even toast or grill it, they just put it in this warmer that heats up the bagel to a soft mess. $9 for something this bad that probably costs them $1 is just robbery. Save your money & get a McDonald's bagel sandwich, you at least get a hash brown & coffee for the same price.
A very good spot for bagels. The pre-made sandwiches are quite ordinary & not very impressive, but the custom-made bagels are really good. Simple bagels with cheese, cheese-honey-walnuts, or salmon are full of flavor. The coffee is excellent, & I especially like the wide variety of cheeses they offer. Overall, a good place, especially if you order a made-to-order bagel.
