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Le Trou

Montreal’s hidden gem for the perfect artisanal bagel and morning coffee ritual.

Griffintown
4.7$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 7:30 am
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Le Trou serves artisanal, hand-rolled bagels that prioritize traditional boiling techniques to achieve a distinctive, chewy texture and a lightly blistered crust. This establishment focuses on creating substantial sandwiches utilizing high-quality cured meats, fresh produce, and house-made spreads layered between freshly toasted bread varieties. A robust selection of caffeinated beverages complements the menu, with a focus on balanced espresso extractions and precision pour-over methods. The interior design emphasizes industrial minimalism, featuring functional seating arrangements that prioritize efficiency for quick consumption. Dedicated preparation spaces ensure that every item remains consistent in composition and flavor profile. By refining the intersection of classic bakery staples and modern sandwich craft, the venue establishes a clear identity centered on reliable, high-volume food production and technical mastery of dough fermentation processes.

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4.7593 ratings
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*as of 2026-08-15
4.7593 ratings
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Le Trou is widely celebrated for its fresh, authentic Montreal style bagels that feature a perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a chewy, soft interior. Many patrons praise the high quality of the ingredients used in their sandwiches, particularly the smoked salmon and breakfast deluxe options, often describing them as some of the best in the city. The atmosphere is frequently described as warm, cozy, and welcoming, with many visitors highlighting the friendly and attentive nature of the staff. While the shop is compact and can become quite warm due to the on-site baking process, the overall consensus points to a delightful experience for those seeking a delicious, freshly prepared snack or meal in a charming neighborhood setting.
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Ethan
5.0

Very tasty & fresh bagels near our hotel in Montreal. Very kind staff helped take our orders in English. Perfect! Merci!

Aug 14, 2026
on Google
Karolina
5.0

Fresh, tasty, rich bagels. Yum.
Not much space inside to sit down & eat. I enjoyed the bench they offer outside, instead.

Aug 14, 2026
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Shaunc439
5.0

The bagels were very fresh. Staff was very friendly.

Jul 25, 2026
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Monika
5.0

Warm & cozy, fresh & crispy, delicious fresh toppings. Nice spot to take a pause :) yummy bagels. Lots of nice art work on the walls.

Jun 3, 2026
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Liz
5.0

Absolutely delicious bagel sandwich with such fresh ingredients! Highly recommend!

May 2, 2026
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Polina
5.0

Best bagel in Montreal! Always fresh, the recipes are excellent. My favs are: bagel deluxe for breakfast & smoked salmon for lunch.
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Apr 29, 2026
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Alireza
5.0

Fresh amazing bagels 🥯
Best staff & warm energy

Apr 5, 2026
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Sorren
5.0

Bagels were super fresh! Only con is you have to come early, otherwise they're out of most flavours. Get the smoked meat bagel!!

Mar 21, 2026
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Alessia
5.0

Love this little bagel joint. Fresh daily. Obsessed with the Everything Bagels. They're sandwiches are great! Love the atmosphere. Enjoy that they regularly add new items to the menu. I met Raphaelle in December & she was kind, inviting & goes above & beyond for her customers. She has great new & refreshing ideas & she is very passionate. I recommend this place 100%.

Feb 1, 2026
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Natty.
3.0

Good neighborhood bagels with that fresh, Montreal-style vibe - especially if you're grabbing them to go. The bagels I took home were really good later on, so we got to enjoy them for a bit longer.

That said, the menu is pretty limited, & I felt like the sandwiches were overpriced for what you get (tried the smoked salmon, breakfast deluxe & classic sesame & cream cheese). There wasn't enough toppings to justify the price, & by midday some key ingredients (like tomatoes) were already gone. Service can be a bit slow during busy times too, so be prepared for a wait if there's a line.

Overall solid bagels & a nice local spot (parking is a big plus!), but there's room for improvement in value & consistency of toppings/service.

Jan 25, 2026
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