it's hard to pick out any particular bakery in montreal that isn't good. they're all good (i ate pastries every morning!). MUCH BETTER than most of the bakeries in los angeles.
however, mamie clafoutis was that hint over the rest that gave it the best that i've had in a long long time. they make their breads fresh everyday -- all beautiful and sooo aromatic. it's dangerous walking in because you want it all, and you want it now.
we settled on two croissants -- a butter and a pistachio (double baked), and a chocolate bar. both of the croissants had a beautiful crispy crust over with rich flakiness inside. the pistachio had crushed pistachio paste mixed in that was just the right hint of sweetness.
incredibly wonderful way to eat and stroll around the city. :) we ate the chocolate bar for dessert on the plane ... tons and tons of dark chocolate pieces in a delicious bread.
... free wi-fi here too!
i left my heart in montreal!!!