QUICK FACTS
• Address: 74 Fairmount West Avenue, Montreal
• Neighbourhood: Mile-End
• Type: Artisan bakery
• Service: Take out
• Payment: Cash and card
• Hours: Open 24 hours a day
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A BAKERY THAT BECAME A SYMBOL
Fairmount Bagel is more than a bakery.
It is part of Montreal’s cultural identity.
• Founded in 1919
• Open 24 hours a day
• Generational recipe
• Wood fired oven on site
Tradition here is not staged.
It is practiced.
THE FOOD
The product is simple, but executed with discipline.
• Hand rolled bagels
• Wood fired baking
• Dense slightly sweet texture
• Golden crust and soft interior
• Sesame and poppy seed classics
• Consistent freshness
• Continuous production
No elaborate toppings needed.
The bagel stands on its own.
WHY FAIRMOUNT BAGEL STILL WORKS
• Unchanged recipe
• Visible craftsmanship
• Unique 24 hour schedule
• Loyal multigenerational crowd
Fairmount Bagel does not chase trends.
It outlasts them.
BEFORE YOU GO
• Lines possible at any time
• No seating
• Intentionally limited selection
• Best eaten fresh the same day
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is Fairmount Bagel located?
Fairmount Bagel is located at 74 avenue Fairmount Ouest, in the Mile-End neighbourhood of Montréal.
What are Fairmount Bagel’s opening hours?
Fairmount Bagel is open 24 hours a day.
Is there seating at Fairmount Bagel?
No — there is no seating; it is a takeout counter.
What payment methods does Fairmount Bagel accept?
Cash and card.
What is Fairmount Bagel known for?
Hand-rolled, wood-fired bagels made from a recipe passed down through generations since it was founded in 1919.
What should you know before visiting?
There can be a line at any hour, seating is not available, the selection is deliberately limited, and the bagels are best enjoyed the same day.
MTL TIMES VERDICT
Fairmount Bagel is more than an address.
It is a Montreal landmark.
A necessary stop to understand Mile-End.
