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St-Viateur Bagel

Montreal’s iconic wood-fired bagels are the gold standard for every breakfast.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$
OPEN6 am - Midnight
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St-Viateur Bagel defines the authentic Montreal-style bagel experience through a traditional wood-fired baking process. Each bagel features a dense, chewy interior contrasted by a golden, blistered crust achieved through immersion in honey-infused boiling water before entering the furnace. Hand-rolled dough circles undergo meticulous preparation to ensure consistent texture and size. The signature sesame and poppy seed varieties remain the standard bearers of this specialized culinary craft. Patrons encounter the distinct aroma of maple wood smoke that permeates the entire workspace during production. This establishment prioritizes long-standing artisanal techniques that elevate simple flour and water into a staple of the city identity. The operation relies on manual labor to maintain the specific structural integrity expected by dedicated enthusiasts of these boiled and baked rings of dough.

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4.6518 ratings
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*as of 2026-08-15
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St-Viateur Bagel is widely celebrated as an iconic Montreal destination, famous for its traditional wood-fired bagels that feature a signature chewy texture and a light, honey-sweetened flavor. Visitors consistently highlight the experience of enjoying these bagels fresh and hot straight from the oven as a culinary highlight, often choosing to eat them immediately outside the shop. While the establishment is primarily a grab-and-go storefront without seating, the efficient service and quick-moving lineups ensure that the wait remains manageable. Although opinions on consistency and service styles occasionally vary, many patrons view a visit here as an essential local tradition. Whether opting for classic sesame, poppy seed, or more adventurous flavors, customers frequently stock up on dozens to share with family and friends, solidifying the bakery's reputation as a cornerstone of the city's food culture.
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Lauren
5.0

They now accept foreign credit cards!!! The line moved quick & the bagels were fantastic!

Aug 13, 2026
on Google
Zarna
5.0

The bagel was absolutely delicious! I had to wait in line for about 15 minutes, but it was totally worth it. I actually enjoyed the wait because there were people playing guitar & singing on the street, which made the atmosphere so lively & enjoyable. & when I finally got the bagel, the taste was amazing!

Aug 13, 2026
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Ece
4.0

They accept card now!

Aug 12, 2026
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Amy
5.0

I think this location is the original location because it has the brick oven. But this location sells its spreads differently & a few blocks away from this location sells the bagels with the spread on & other bagel varieties.
This locations line was long but moved very quickly. It was about a 15 minute wait. Got one sesame bagel & one everything bagel. I think the sesame bagel was worth getting because it was hot & tasted very good on its own without cream cheese spread. The everything bagel was cold, & it didn't taste as good.
They sell individually packaged cream cheeses for $1 CAD, & they have other spreads & smoked salmons in the fridge. They also have merch available to purchase.
It is not cash only, they take card.

Aug 11, 2026
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Heinz
5.0

St Viateur is an experience.
Worth the effort.
Parking nearby impossible😂

Aug 10, 2026
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Vincent
5.0

Un grand classique /institution/incontournable de Montréal, leurs Bagels sont excellents.

Aug 10, 2026
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Kristen
3.0

The classic bagel on sesame was okay. The piece of salmon on my bagel was almost inedible; I was unable to chew it because of the thick, cartilage-like texture, so I only got to eat about half of the salmon. The bagel was decent otherwise.

Aug 7, 2026
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Parisa
4.0

Went to thr bakery side to get some bagels only. Not much of atmosphere but fast service & amazing bagels.
12$ for 8 bagels

Aug 6, 2026
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Sarah
5.0

Best bagels in North America

Aug 6, 2026
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Morey
5.0

Great bagels!! What else could you ask for??

Aug 6, 2026
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