Fairmount

Bakery·MontrealMentioned by Lonely Planet
“In 1919, Isadore Shlafman arrived in Canada and opened the first bagel bakery in Montreal. It was called the Montreal Bagel Bakery. It was located at the back of a lane, just off of Saint-Lawrence Boulevard, which was then known as "The Main". This is where Montrealers got their first taste of…”
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Lonely PlanetNov 2

Where to Eat and Drink in Québec

Québec expert John Garry picks the best places to eat and drink in Montréal, Québec City and other foodie stops in the province of Québec, Canada.

bagel bakery open since 1919

22 things in this story
  • Marché Jean-TalonMarketMontréal’s largest market with produce and artisanal treats
  • FairmountBakerybagel bakery open since 1919
  • Schwartz'sRestaurantnumber-one place to eat Montréal smoked meat
  • St-ViateurParkbagel bakery open since 1957
  • Crew CollectiveCaféprettiest coffee shop in former bank building
  • MellönRestaurantbeer hall serving German and Czech-style lagers
  • VinvinvinBarwine bar with natural wine list and bold decor
  • Vin Mon LapinRestaurantfavorite Montréal restaurant giving French bistro a Québécois twist
  • EsphraRestaurantstylish spot celebrating northeastern Thailand’s Isaan cuisine
  • Elsewhere
  • La BûcheRestaurantQuebec City, Canadatheatrical take on sugar shack tradition
  • Verger de TillySightVilleneuve, Canadaorchard providing apples for brunch ingredients
  • Le Petit PoucetRestaurantVal-David, Canadaserves fortifying breakfasts since 1945
  • Chez GastonFast foodQuebec City, Canadano-frills casse-croûte for poutine
  • Cassis Monna & FillesPlaceSaint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, Canadafamily-run farm growing blackcurrants
  • La MonnaguetteRestaurantSaint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, Canadaon-site bistro with blackcurrant-infused dishes
  • Café OliveCaféQuebec City, Canadapetite espresso counter
  • ApotekCaféQuebec City, Canadaminimalist pastry shop with Scandi-style treats
  • Le Petit DepCaféQuebec City, Canadahigh-end dépanneur acting as cafe and market
  • Domaine de LavoiePlaceSaint-Joseph-du-Lac, Canadacidery growing apples since 1901
  • JJacquesBarQuebec City, Canadasleek neo-speakeasy on Canada’s 100 Best Bars list
  • Pub L'Oncle AntoineRestaurantQuebec City, Canadaclassic Québec tavern in an 18th-century stone cellar
  • Laurie RaphaëlRestaurantQuebec City, Canadapolished fine-dining establishment run by siblings
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Lonely PlanetSep 15

10 Top Things to Eat in Montréal Right Now

Spiced poutine, vegan sushi, creamy cannoli and more.

Bagel spot, open since 1919.

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