One if the famous bagel shops in Montreal. We didn't get a just- out-of-the-oven bagel but the…read moresesame seed bagel was still good. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

These are definitely my favorite Montreal bagels…read more As a NYC native, I think I am qualified to judge bagels. NYC bagels are definitely the best but these bagels are right up there as well. The biggest difference has to be the hint of sweet that comes from the honey. I did really like that hint of sweetness in my bagel. I was especially enamored with the poppy ones, the aroma and flavor of those were really punchy. The onion and garlic were also very aromatic. I also enjoyed these bagels as the natives do, ripping and dunking them in the cream cheese. The Tre Selle containers of cream cheese were lighter and less dense than the Philadelphia cream cheese I normally get with my bagels. Supposedly it's not a dense because it has less preservatives. I tried the bagel crisps and other items but the bagels are definitely the draw. I ended up grabbing a dozen for my trip back to the states. Fairmount doesn't have as many locations as the main competitor in the area and these is no where to eat in. This is strictly a grab your bagels to go, the ambiance is compact once inside.

I'm a huge fan of Somebody Feed Phil, and after watching Phil rave about St-Viateur Bagel Café--and…read moreeven do his signature happy dance over the bagels--I knew I had to try it for myself. I've eaten bagels my entire life and honestly never thought they were anything that special. But when we had the chance to visit Montreal, this was one of the first places on our list. When we arrived, there was a long line, and we waited about 35 minutes. Normally, that would make me question whether it's worth it, but this time it absolutely was. I ordered the smoked salmon with fig jam on an everything bagel, and it was incredible. The bagel was perfectly fresh, with a chewy interior and just the right amount of crispness on the outside. Combined with the smoked salmon and the sweetness of the fig jam, it was one of the best bagel sandwiches I've ever had. I rarely say this, but it was 100% worth the wait. My only disappointment is that I didn't have enough time to try their famous competitor so I could compare the two. I guess that just gives me another reason to come back to Montreal!

There were 10 to 15 minutes wait. Checked gemini what to ordered and it recommended sesame bagel…read moreand everything bagel. We ordered both bagels with salmon with cream cheese. It was nice and bit crisper than ones I had in NYC. It seems like it is toasted. Bagel has slight lemon sour flavor. Capers and onions add flavor to the bagels. Overall, an excellent bagels. I will get it again.

Montreal is well known (for those who know bagels) as one of the best places in the world to get…read morethem...so the feud between NYC and Montreal is legendary. Located in a predominantly Jewish neighborhood, the St Viateur bagel factory has been in the same place for decades. This brand along with Fairmount, are the two best known bagel shops in the city. As you walk in, you can see the workers churning fresh bagels at all times of the day. I got the cinnamon raisin bagel, which was not freshly baked, whereas my husband got the sesame bagel, right off the line and it was warm and delicious....the best thing is to get whatever is fresh off the line and that will make anyone happy.....fresh and warm..... Cream cheese can be bought right there, but there's no place to eat it, so grab a bench nearby or a coffee at one of the nearby coffee shops and enjoy your St Viateur bagel.

Had the sesame bagel, fresh and piping hot. No cream cheese needed! Chewy goodness that had a hint…read moreof sweetness (Montreal bagels are boiled in water with honey). These hand rolled bagels are made fresh in house in a wood fire oven. I've had fresh New York bagels before and the Montreal ones are waaaaay better! P.S. I was thrilled to learn that these bagels are available in the freezer section of my local Central Market

Schwartz's Deli was my victory meal for walking 100k steps in a day in Montreal. What better…read morenightcap? We were met with a short line at 11:30pm, when one of the locals came up to us and said "Once you have this, you'll never want to go to Katz's again. Trust me." I was confused how he knew we were from NY, but then I realized my big homie was wearing a Karl Anthony Towns Knicks jersey. We got our hands on the smoked meats sandwiches, and went to eat them on a bench nearby. While this thing was good, and the perfect meal to combat my major calorie deficit, it's just not Katz's. People who say this is better than Katz's have just simply never had Katz's. I honestly would've enjoyed it, and not even thought about the comparison, if bro in line didn't act like this was about to change my life. Comparison truly is a thief of joy. My Pastrami power rankings go Katz's, Langer's in LA, and Schwartz's at my #3. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo

Deviously tender smoked meat sandwich. IMO more fat should…read morebe cut out as ratio of meat and fat is almost even. Still a wonderful yummy experience. Bread doesn't hold up very well Black cherry soda delicious but pricey at almost $6 Service was okay. Good value for quality of meats. Not Katz's. But very good.

Bagels and cream cheese were absolutely incredible. Took a while for me to find this location or on…read morea Sunday morning but well worth it.

This is listed as the Ste-Catherine location but I see some pictures of the one in Montreal Dorval…read moreAirport, which is where I was. Surprisingly good bagels for an airport food court restaurant! Very fresh and very tasty smoked salmon. Friendly service!

By far the best bagels here. Crisp and the right density. Love that you can watch the bakers do…read moretheir business at the front of the shop. - Such fresh bagels - we watch them come out of the oven! - Tasty spreads - Great sandwiches Coffee was great. All around, win-win There was a piece of the original Berlin Wall not far from here. Very unexpected and amazing

More of a business morning spot than a tourist spot. And maybe that is why it was so good…read more The bagels were delish, the scone fluffy, and the cream cheese was just the right amount. Service was friendly and quick. There were tables, but the ambiance lacked a bit as most people took items to go.

Ubicada en pleno corazón de Saint-Laurent, en el Mile-End, esta panadería es una joya. Tienen una…read morevariedad espectacular de panadería, todo se ve y sabe de excelente calidad. Además, los precios son bastante accesibles para el nivel de los productos. Lo único malo es que no cuentan con mucho espacio para comer en el lugar, pero aun así es totalmente recomendada.

Boulangerie Guillaume caught my eye unexpectedly. I did not have this place on my list of bakeries…read moreto try while in Montreal, but as I was walking in the area I noticed many people holding their distinctive yellow bags. I was intrigued, and since I can always go for some carbs I decided to head in and check this place out. Unlike most bakeries I visited, Boulangerie Guillaume has a much more modern look, and is larger than a standard bakery. Walking in, I was immediately greeted by stairs which led up to the main production area. All of the bakes were arranged on the back-wall perimeter of the space separated from the pedestrians by a glass wall. The color scheme was mostly black to contrast the bright yellow of the bags and signage. The arrangement of the bakes, combined with the color scheme and modern aesthetics, resulted in a stunning, visually striking presentation. I wasn't too hungry, but I can always go for some sweets and their date square looked good. I went with that, along with a cappuccino. The square was delicious - the dates were high quality, and the crust underneath was moist while maintaining its integrity. The cappuccino was also good, a great complement to the bake. Service was efficient, and overall I had a great experience at Boulangerie Guillaume. I definitely want to return to explore more of their menu - I noticed they had some savory items so perhaps for some lunch. Definitely one of the best bakeries I visited in Montreal.

St-Viateur one of the best, if not the best bagel in the Montreal area. We've got one traditional…read moresesame bagel with cream cheese and one with smoked salmon. We also took a dozen of fresh hot bagels. The bagels are made on the spot in a wood oven. The bagels were still hot out of the oven and they're very tasty and full of flavors. Service was quick and professional. There is a small standing area where you can eat your bagel on the go. It would be nice if they have a larger sitting area where you can enjoy your bagels. This location in Laval in the northern suburbs of Montreal is a mostly industrial/commercial area.

A birdie recently told me that Montreal bagels are better than New York's (where I am from), so…read morewhen I visited Montreal during an extended weekend, I gave bagels from St-Viateur a try. Holy crappola... they were unbelievably good! The portions were not thick and ginormous like some of the ones I've had back home. They were the perfect size, not too thick and still soft and chewy inside with a toasted exterior. My entire family wanted sesame bagels with cream cheese, except mine had additional lox and capers. We enjoyed them so much we are planning to return for more tomorrow morning!