This Jewish bakery is the place for deliciously gooey Chocolate Russian Babka (and “lesser babka”), rugelach, and much more.
Chez Vincenzo Gelateria offers friendly samples. If available, the Italian Black Licorice is like frozen Sambuca.
A befittingly cute bakery in Montreal’s Gay Village serves gorgeous cookies (many made to look like animals wearing accessories) and other colorful confections.
Fous Desserts is a favorite for its fantastic croissants, but don’t overlook the other pastries and sweets in the showcases.
Kem Coba has an inevitable queue of people lined up for sorbet and ice cream. Check out the soft ice cream swirl, which offers a seasonal combination of two flavors.
Maison Christian Faure is the fancy new patisserie in Old Montreal’s Place Royale. Among many gorgeous sweets, the Paris-Brest shines with heavenly hazelnut praline cream.
La Bête à Pain is the “brother” business and bread provider of Le-St. Urbain restaurant, and worthy on its own for canelé and other pastries (plus an amazing weekend brunch).
Some of the best local cocktails in town. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.
