Le Trou is widely praised for fresh, wood fired style Montreal bagels with a chewy interior and a crispy exterior, the everything bagel and smoked salmon options getting particular love, and the sandwiches and coffee earning solid marks in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that many call a neighborhood highlight. Reviewers note the on site baking and frequent menu updates as strengths and appreciate the casual, friendly service, though some caution that the menu can feel limited, toppings can be sparse, prices can be high for what you get, and service can slow down during busy times. Indoor seating can be warm and parking in the area can be tricky, but the overall sentiment is that Le Trou delivers highly tasty bagels and a charming spot worth returning to.
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%.
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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Cute place for bagels in Griffintown. Bagels & sandwiches were delicious. More of a put-together kind of bagel place if you know what I mean. The staff was lovely. No AC so tough sitting inside on a hot day.
I went to the place due to its good ratings & they did not disappoint. They have a good selection of different bagels & sandwiches they can prepare. You can get meat or veggie options so that most people can eat here. If you like to stay inside or sit outside in the sun, they offer both. If you wanna walk a few meters you can also enjoy your food in the park nearby. Keep up the good work.
Ok, real review time.. I don't write many reviews but reading the insane posts here, I had to set the record straight.. The SESAME bagel is nowhere near a "montreal bagel".. I didn't try any of the "sandwiches" which may be fine, but we're talking bagels here.... Sticking with a pure montreal bagel, this doesn't cut it. Take the trip to st viateur, Fairmount, bagel ouest in ddo or even kettlemans in a pinch. This was the second time I got bagels after being dissapointed with texture & taste when they opened. They may look like our bagels but they have the insides of a new York bagel. I knew the second I picked one up. That's fine if you like that, but it ain't what us bagel purists are about.. Please don't consider the SESAME as a representation of a "real" montreal bagel.. It's a hybrid at best.. Also, strangely the only bagel shop I've been to, to give 12, & not 13 (bakers dozen) when you buy a dozen...
Jan 6, 2025
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Bagels are good. As i live in the area, was hoping to save the trip to Mile End for my regular stock-up of bagels. As I usually buy 2 dozen (& freeze for my kids' daily consumption), on 2 occasions was limited to buying only 6 as most bagels were being targeted for take-out sandwiches. Still give them 4 stars for quality & taste of bagels. Price on the high-end for the niche market.
Must try!! Best bagels in Montreal & they only use fresh & high quality ingredients in their sandwiches. Not only is their food amazing but the staff is also the best!! Highly recommend!!!
Really good breakfast sandwiches. Not a huge menu but was very happy with my breakfast sandwich. Also, got some of the bagel holes & they were soft & delicious! I feel like some of the other bagel shops in the area have a tendency to get a little too chewy/firm. These were perfect!
Aug 9, 2024
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Awesome fresh baked bagels, sandwiches & great service. Bought extra bagels to take home to enjoy. The manager, Muni was fantastic & even gave us tourist recommendations to walk down to canal & tour Atwater market. Highly recommend & will definitely be back for more bagels.
Amazing bagels! So fresh & variety of sandwiches! Definitely will visit again when back in town! Team here is amazing! They explained everything in details!
22 March, 2024: Le Trou Bagel Shop was a decent Bagel Shop. I ordered a dozen bagels & a bagel deluxe sandwich. Best part(s): 1) Sandwich was really good it's a decent size & it's tasty. 2) Customer service was good & decent that day. 3) You can eat inside if you want. 4) They have sandwiches & bagels that you can eat & order. 5) The bagel was really good as well. Cons: 1) The Shop is the smallest I've ever been to. Not enough space to eat or relax. 2) It's pretty pricey for me but I don't mind since it's taste good. 3) Parking may be a challenge. 4) The location is pretty far in Griffintown. 5) The Shop has a weird entrance & share a building with another establishment. Other than that I would be back here again. Everything was good when I was there. Hope to try their different items in the near future. I would recommend this establishment.
