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    Aux Merveilleux de Fred

    4.8 (12 reviews)
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    Flavours
    Issan Z.

    What's a "merveilleux", you might ask? Well its a French pastry we don't usually encounter in pastry shops here, something that "Aux Merveilleux de Fred" decided to present in all its glory. The confections are light, airy, creamy globes coated with sweet crunchy meringue and shavings. The meringue can get a bit sweet, which is where a nice cup of coffee or tea comes in handy. There are several flavours available to discover. I tried the chocolate, cherry, praliné and coffee. My favorite is probably the chocolate one, as it was smooth and not too sweet. The cherry one was not as enticing, as it seemed a bit artificial. They offer discovery boxes with mini merveilleux for those that want to try everything, as well as larger sized merveilleux for those who have found their favorites. This shop also offer other types of baked goods (brioches, etc), which all looked and smelled very good. Note: This is a well established chain store with international presence! The names are also fun (Sans-Culotte!).

    Cindy D.

    I was wandering in the area (St-Denis and Rachel) and noticed the beautiful chandelier, so I had to have a closer look. Marvelous by Fred or Aux Merveilleux de Fred is a traditional French speciality pastry brand, that also has a location in Toronto and numerous other cities in world. The Montreal location is cute and quite similar as other locations with the distinguishable huge chandelier, however, it is very small. For a better experience, it'll probably be better to order take out your order. I had their specialty, a magnifique and a cherry merveilleux both made with meringue, whipped cream coated with shaving of either crushed caraméliser almonds or crystallized meringue. I also had a sandwich and coffee. Everything was good, I can understand why people could coming back. The service was quick and cordial, unfortunately for me there was only one seat left near the washroom in a tiny space so let's say that I was in hurry to finish. I'll surely order merveilleux again, but won't be eating at the café because it's way too tiny.

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    Hannah Y.

    Overall: Very cute spot to try a unique "merveilleux" pastry! It's essentially a meringue + whipped cream + topping. Note also that there is a small seating area with outlets. Value: 8/10. My friend and I split a small chocolate one for about $1.5 CAD each. Taste: 7/10. This is a very unique pastry that I'm sure requires a degree of technical skill to create. That being said its ingredients are almost entirely sugar, so it is sweet and I am glad we split a small one. Would be curious to see how more 'savory' toppings might influence the flavor. The chocolate croissant my other friends shared was pretty average; not very flaky. Presentation: 8.5/10. Pretty standard pastry packaging. The merveilleux comes in a cute box so could be a good gift! Ambiance: 10/10. Majestic chandelier welcoming everyone at the entrance and an open kitchen layout so you can sit and watch the pastry chefs make everything! Dined: December 12, 2022

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    Gabriella F.

    Best pastries I've ever had! The first time I tried these little bombs was 6 years ago in Paris and I've been dreaming about them ever since. Beautiful little balls of delicious light cream, meringue and chocolate. In order from best to less best flavors: Speculoos, pralines, coffee, white chocolate, strawberry, chocolate.

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    Delicious espresso, best croissant I've ever had. Fun to watch the skilled bakers bake while you sit with your coffee and pastry.

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    Au Kouing-Amann

    4.7(548 reviews)
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    Excellent little bakery. Two table seating area, most people take it to go…read more They are known for their big Koughn Amann cakes, but I didn't recognize these big round cakes cuz the ones in Vancouver are all very tiny and more rolled tightly like Cinnabons. These you can get a slice of. It is very warm as it's cut fresh and oh my gosh so good. The crust and bottom is crunchy and a bit sticky and sweet, the middle very flaky. So wonderful. I also had the almond croissant and apple turnover both are very good as well. The almond croissant is very tasty. It's more flat and pressed than the big poofy ones. As though it is screaming "I'm just a small ordinary croissant". :) Definitely stop by if you're in the Mont Royal area/ plateau area.

    This is exactly what I imagine a vintage Parisian patisserie would look like. It has the same…read moresimple, timeless feel as the original boulangeries--a glass display case showcasing their specialty, the kouign-amann, along with a small selection of other viennoiseries. The woman behind the counter was absolutely lovely, taking care to make sure our order was exactly right. The café au lait was exceptional. In my experience, many pastry shops serve only mediocre coffee, so this was a wonderful surprise. The pastries were everything you'd hope for--buttery, crisp on the outside, and soft and tender inside. We couldn't have been happier! The warm, cozy ambiance made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

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    Patisserie Mahrousé - Love the walls and ceiling

    Patisserie Mahrousé

    4.8(5 reviews)
    2.9 km•Golden Square Mile, Centre-Ville, Ville-Marie

    If I could give 10 stars, I would, I am visiting from out of the country and I walked by this…read morepastry shop. I walked in and it was the most elegant desert I have ever seen it's right off of the main strip. The young man at the counter was so friendly and helpful. His name was Mazhar! He took the time to tell me all of the different options. He also let me sample something that was super tasty. My first order was a cheese like pastry with cream on the inside. He topped it with pistachios! My favorite. Then I got a tart with pistachios. The tart was so flaky and airy. I wish I could buy 100 more. He put it on the most elegant tray. The place is extraordinary. He let me sample the ice cream. It's freshly made. I wish I knew how to describe it. But it was great. I made a second order. Ice cream with pistachios. He even topped it with cotton candy style strips. This place is amazing and the best customer service. Wonderful date spot

    What a wonderful experience I had at this Pâtisserie Mahrousé's downtown Montreal Rue de Montagne…read morelocation! We stopped by to pick up something for my trip back home to New York. While this storefront located in the middle of office buildings, when you walk inside the absolutely beautiful decorations remove you from the urban hustle and bustle. The other Pâtisserie Mahrousé location is the original, dating back to 1970 when it was started by a Syrian pastry chef. Was eager to try their fatayer, savory pastries. Surprised to learn that they didn't sell here single, individual Fatayers, I was extremely happy the super friendly staff allowed me to mix and match to make it a pack of 6! (My choice of Fatayers included the delicious Tomato with Olives, Spinach, Cheese and round Za'atar!) Before pulling away, my brother and his wife decided to join me inside. The welcoming people behind Pâtisserie Mahrousé's counter encouragingly offered us tastings of their delicious sweets. One was a Kunafeh sweet cheese pastry, another similar to a nut filled Baklava. Their mouthwatering sweet treat selection was impressive. (Note - Many traditionally incorporate pistachios, on trend since as I've repeatedly noted "Pistachio is the new Hazelnut!") We were able to truly relax in Pâtisserie Mahrousé's comfortable window seating with brass tables facing the well designed interior instead of the modern surroundings. An effective, well thought out layout! While my brother ordered an espresso, I tried their flavorful, thick Arabic coffee. It achieved an unanticipated moment of zen for us all! Would recommend here for anybody interested in a delightful sweet or savory bite! Looking forward to my next time in Montreal when I plan on making the original Pâtisserie Mahrousé location a stop on my trip!

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    Guillaume - Olive Bread, Almond Cake and Brioche

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    4.7(120 reviews)
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    We had already gotten bagels from a nearby shop, and pastries earlier in the day. We were looking…read morefor a bakery with breads in this neighborhood, and Guillaume has a wide variety! Also appreciated that they offer Demi-loaves, not just full ones.

    Boulangerie Guillaume caught my eye unexpectedly. I did not have this place on my list of bakeries…read moreto try while in Montreal, but as I was walking in the area I noticed many people holding their distinctive yellow bags. I was intrigued, and since I can always go for some carbs I decided to head in and check this place out. Unlike most bakeries I visited, Boulangerie Guillaume has a much more modern look, and is larger than a standard bakery. Walking in, I was immediately greeted by stairs which led up to the main production area. All of the bakes were arranged on the back-wall perimeter of the space separated from the pedestrians by a glass wall. The color scheme was mostly black to contrast the bright yellow of the bags and signage. The arrangement of the bakes, combined with the color scheme and modern aesthetics, resulted in a stunning, visually striking presentation. I wasn't too hungry, but I can always go for some sweets and their date square looked good. I went with that, along with a cappuccino. The square was delicious - the dates were high quality, and the crust underneath was moist while maintaining its integrity. The cappuccino was also good, a great complement to the bake. Service was efficient, and overall I had a great experience at Boulangerie Guillaume. I definitely want to return to explore more of their menu - I noticed they had some savory items so perhaps for some lunch. Definitely one of the best bakeries I visited in Montreal.

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