On se spécialise dans la confection de kürtőskalács aussi connu sous le nom de gâteau cheminée en français! Toujours cuit frais! We specialize in the making of kürtőskalács or also known in english as chimney cake! Always freshly baked!
Reviews portray Ol' Sweet Pastry as a cozy spot where chimney cakes are baked to order, crispy on the outside and soft inside, offered in flavors like cinnamon sugar, pistachio, Nutella, and berry creations, with many saying the pastries are fresh, flavorful and appealing, and that watching them be made adds a special touch; the atmosphere, decor and friendly staff receive frequent praise, and customers often note good value for Montreal, with some calling it a memorable detour and a must visit for dessert lovers; there are occasional notes about limited seating and parking and the wait time during peak periods, and a few reviewers mention variability in taste or sweetness, but the overall sentiment is enthusiastic and many say they will return and recommend Ol' Sweet Pastry; there is one unusual negative anecdote about an incident observed locally, but it does not define the overall positive impression of the fresh, high quality treats and attentive service.
Best Shop & Best Pastries from Montreal! Tried many foods & shops but this Outclassed Very WELL🤌🏼 It deserves more people, the staffs were very hospitable & friendly. Good ambience inside. The Pista chimney cake with ice cream & Walnut cake were the items that we tried. Well enjoyed! Must try place in Montreal. Will visit again!🙌🏼♥?
Oct 23, 2025
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A wonderful experience. Great food (we tried the cinnamon sugar & the wild berry ice cream, with local Coaticook ice cream), wonderful service (friendly, professional, helpful in explaining their offerings), clean & terrific background music that was not at all too loud (Motown hits, Bryan Adams...). As a local, it was our first try & we will definitely be going back.
I stopped by Ol' Sweet this past July with my friend Hady after a picnic in Parc La Fontaine, & it was the perfect sweet detour. This bakery is all about Hungarian chimney cakes (kürt?skalács), always baked fresh to order so you get that golden caramelized crust & soft fluffy inside.
Walking in felt cozy & nostalgic, with old school music like La Vie en Rose playing & David, the owner, greeting us with such warmth. He told us Ol' Sweet has been open for four years, though before that they built their name at festivals & events around the city.
We went classic with our order & loved how each one is made freshly in front of you & doesn't need much topping to shine. The menu also has fun spreads, fruit, or ice cream for anyone who wants add a little extra pizazz .
Bonus: when there is enough extra dough it's put on the Too Good To Go app, which makes grabbing a treat at the end of the day both delicious & eco-friendly.
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Super fun idea with different options for toppings, sauces & ice cream to pair with the pastry. Expect about a ten minute wait if you did not place an order online beforehand. I got a nesquik one that was quite good but I definitely would want to come back to try different options.
Kürt?skalács is always a favorite when you want something from home from Transylvania! David does an amazing kürt?s, very delicious & fulfilling! Lots of options & even with some delicious ice cream! Our favorite is always just the simple kürt?s :)
If you never tried just do it, don't count the calories, does not matter :)
It was fresh. I ordered the Nutella Pastrie with bananas, strawberries, vanilla ice cream & syrup on top. The pastrie was cinnamon flavor. Looking forward to going back.
Jul 5, 2025
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I tried chimney cake before in Prague & Budapest but the OI version is extremely tasty & different. not traditional at all, combining berries ice cream with the classical cone. Also a different flavor for nutella fans. Give it a try if you're a fan of a chimney cake twist.
Definitely need to try this place people. Honeslty super different dessert then usually places. It's Hungarian transylvania pastry. Almost like a cinnamon dessert. & it's amazing because it's like a spiral & you can rip off the pieces & eat. & you can get like what I got which was the classic with ice cream & Nutella & you can add fruits in it.
Delicious chimney funnel cakes in the Plateau. Freshly made to your specs & served steaming hot from their special ovens. We had the basic cinnamon sugar coated cake, & the Arachide & cie (Nesquick coated & peanut butter spread inside, filled with chopped bananas & topped with salted caramel ice cream). Excellent place, fun place to visit when you're on Rachel Street.
We visited Ol' Sweet after hearing mixed reviews about the shop, both good & bad, & decided to experience it for ourselves. Right from the start, the staff made a great impression. They were incredibly welcoming & attentive, asking if it was our first time. They took the time to explain how things work, guiding us through the menu & helping us choose the perfect cone cake based on our preferences. The atmosphere in the shop is quite simple. There's nothing overly fancy about the décor, but everything was clean & neat. There's a small bar where you can sit, as well as a table with chairs by the windows, which gives the place a cozy, laid-back vibe. One thing that stood out was some of the reviews I'd read, where people complained about not having access to the restroom. Honestly, I'm on the shop's side with this. They explained in several responses that the preparation area is close to the bathroom, & based on my own work experience, people don't always respect hygiene standards. Many leave restrooms in an unpleasant state, which can be a nightmare for businesses, especially when food is being prepared nearby. Now, onto the most important part-the food! Ol' Sweet offers two types of cones: sweet & original. The sweet cones are ready-made & served quickly, with the option to add your favorite ice cream flavor. There are many flavors to choose from, so there's something for everyone. On the other hand, the original cones are customized to your taste, which takes about 15 minutes to prepare. This makes them perfect for those who want a unique, freshly made treat. I opted for the Chocoholic cone with Nutella & banana, filled with Coaticook ice cream. The portion size was huge for me that I shared it with my kid. We both loved it! I also tried the original cone, filled with coconut & Nutella, & it was just as delicious. Even after taking it home, it still tasted amazing, & a quick reheat in the microwave brought it back to its freshly made state. On a less positive note, I wasn't too thrilled with their homemade lemonade. Unfortunately, it's like most lemonades I've tried from various shops-more like lemon-flavored water. It lacked the right balance of sweetness & citrus that I was hoping for. One more thing I want to mention is that Ol'Sweet has two different menus: one for the summer & one for the winter. They'll be rolling out their winter menu next week, & I'm excited to try it, especially since it features custard & cream, which sound perfect for the colder months. As a tip for those looking to experiment at home, you can get an empty cone from the shop & fill it with melted cheese or other toppings for a savory treat.
The roll without ice cream was really good. My husband & I shared one with pistachio spread inside & pistachio crumbs outside. We had to wait for about 5-6 mins because they only start baking it upon you order. It's amazing served fresh.
Amazing experience all around! Much love to the lovely employees who walked me through the many delicious options & created the chimney cakes & sweet cones (with ice cream) made to order (you can watch them!). We got the original cinnamon sugar chimney cake, the Chocoholic & the PB & Co, every one was so yummy! Not too sweet & a great combo of flavors. Highly recommend Patisserie Ol' Sweet, we'll definitely be back to try the other flavors very soon!
I tried both the chimney cake & an ice cream with the special cone. For the cake you should wait 5 mins for the sugar to harden before eating it. Then it has a deliciously fluffy interior with a crunchy sweet topping. My favourite is the traditional with walnut, but they offer different variations. It's not very heavy on the stomach so would be a perfect dessert after dinner. I've never seen an ice cream cone like the ones they sell here, so I had to give it a try. The combination of cone, ice-cream & toppings are deliciously sweet. The staff happily explain what a chimney cake is & are traditionally trained. You can even watch them make it!
Jun 19, 2024
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I couldn’t believe that there’s actually a place in Montréal where we could have cozonac secuiesc. DELICIOUS! Just like I last had in Transilvania, Romania! Very nice place, clean & cozy, we had the cinnamon & sugar one & the walnuts one. Crispy on the outside, doughy on the inside & of course, warm like it should be served! Done then & there! Stuff is friendly & welcoming! I recommend this place! Next time we’ll try the modern variation, with ice cream inside 😋
