I was born and raised in Montreal and my mom grew up two steps away from St. Viator. Bagels were a staple in our home. So finding Montreal style bagels was something important to me when I moved here. In all honesty? I think these may be a little better than the originals. Make sure you buy them first thing in the morning when they come out hot. Although they are great on their own, I love to toast them butter them and then coat with Philadelphia whipped cream cheese. YUM!
I find it interesting how people comment on the quaintness of the store as if it should be more than it is. The true bagel shops of Montreal are just as simple.
PS... this is a Cash only place