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| - Hands down, the best bagel in Montreal. It's actually one of the best bagels I've have anywhere. Before you get all hype with "what about New York bagels?", read on...
It's not really fair to compare these to NY/Brooklyn bagels. They're a totally different beast. NY bagels are as big as my head and while out of this world, I can sometimes not finish an entire one. These old fashion, Eastern European/Montreal bagels are small, thin and crispier. They're very different and I feel besides the comparison of size, they really shouldn't be put into the same category, so let's not even go there. Don't come here ready to compare, and you'll enjoy your round treat so much more.
These bagels were very tasty, to me the perfect consistency. They had a crisper exterior and a soft, chewy interior. I didn't feel nearly as guilty eating one (ok, 1 1/2) of these babies because of their slim size. They were insanely fresh, hot and right out of the oven!! They are known for their sesame and the staff suggested we try them. That and the everything were pretty perfect. Filled with so much on the outside and very flavorful. They were so great I didn't even want/need a schmear!
The place is no frills, no seats, grab and go! You do get to see the fresh bagels being made 24 hours a day. The process is very cool so take a moment and watch. It's like a tour and shop all in one. Ask questions, they were very sweet and knowledgable.
The staff was amazing and personable. I much prefer this place, bagels, customer service and vibes to the other local competition. I'll tell you right now you don't need to go elsewhere, but I understand you'll be just as curious as I was to try both. There's really no need. This is where it's at. Trust me!
I'm fairly picky about my bagels. If I'm blowing calories and carb loading, it better be really worth it dammit! These were fantastic and will be one of my first stops when I'm in the area again. A must try when in Montreal!
**Apparently people get confused with this location and the cafe down the road. I hear the thing is to just come here for takeout. Grab one of their spreads, packaged and ready in the fridge by the register and a coffee from Cafe' Olimpico down the block and eat outside on one of the many benches in this cute section of town.
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