Boulangerie Chez Fred

The best almond croissants I’ve ever had out of the 5-6 popular bakeries in Montreal. The almond filling is very custardy and doesn’t have the artificial almond flavoring that I sometimes tasted in an almond croissant. Their butter croissants are lacking a little bit of flakiness, but are very buttery so they are still pretty decent overall.

Decided to try out the local places in the neighborhood and found this one. I liked the environment and the service, however the croissant and the latte I had were disappointing. I probably did not get a croissant from a fresh batch so I will have to come back another time since it was a bit dry

Best croissants I have ever had. Also I really appreciate the quality of the coffee. Often bakeries have garbage coffee. Can you guys bring back the sausage and egg croissants? Miss those.

I can only comment on their Galette des Rois (apple and caramel). It was okay, but I wouldn’t try it again. Especially considering the price, the quality/taste didn’t match! Overall, the open visible kitchen looks very nice and clean, and the French-inspired design is quite nice and inviting. The breads and pastries looked great (not tried them), but I can’t recommend the Galette des Rois that we tried!

Came to Montreal in search of the very best chocolatine aux amandes. Fred’s was very underwhelming, but still tasty. Also had a nice raspberry pastry with custard.

The croissants were fresh, light and airy. The sausage and egg croissant is pre-made and re-heated when you order it, however I don't think they sit on the shelf long. The prices were fair. If I was in the area and wanted a quick bite I would definitely go in.

Our favorite spot in Montreal for croissants! I was there before 1pm on a Monday, and they have completely sold out all of their croissants and chocolatins for the day !! Guess I’m not the only love their croissants! Got a couple chocolate chips cookies instead, as that was one of the very few desserts they have left for sale, and they were so buttery, tasty and irresistible!!

I had a very disappointing experience at this bakery this morning, 1 st of May. Not only did the associate give me the wrong order, but instead of apologizing, she reprimanded me for not waiting at the entrance. Her exact words were: "For your future, next time you wait in line and wait your turn to be served." Here’s what actually happened: The previous customer had already ordered and was waiting on the side while another associate prepared her coffee. Since there was no clear line or signage, I approached the cashier—only to be scolded like I had committed some bakery crime. Mistakes happen, but a simple "Sorry, here’s the correct order" would have sufficed. Instead, I got a lecture on bakery etiquette in quite an agressive manner.

Absolutely love Chez Fred! Limited seating but it's very cozy. They even have books and games in the back. Staff members are super welcoming and nice. Always have a huge smile on their faces. Ok on to the best part-the goodies! The croissants are literally to die for. So fresh and delicious. They have a few different sandwiches to try too. 10/10 love this place!!!

I bought a Kouignette Erable because I'm crazy about anything with real maple. It was SO decadent. The Calabrese sandwich was a tasty combination of textures and flavours. The roll had a satisfying crunch to it. I haven't tried the croissants I bought but, needless to say, I think they will pass muster. The only negative I noted was the regimented space in front of the counter. In fact you would be hard-pressed to see the baked goods in the cases if there were more than 2 people in the shop.

Toujours les meilleurs croissants! How I miss this place! Fred, vient en à Sutton!! And good coffee.

We got the almond croissant ($2.75) and it was delicious! The almond paste was perfectly flavoured and was just sweet enough to allow the almond paste to shine through. The top was very crispy and the layers in the croissant was super thin and buttery. However, one thing I noticed was that the bottom of the croissant was a little soggy. We got the croissant around 2:30PM (they open at 7AM) and we think that its because it's been sitting around for a little bit which caused the bottom to be soggy. We have plans to come earlier another day to test if the soggy-ness is due time (the croissant sitting around all morning), or if it is just the way they make it. But one thing for sure is to make sure to come early because they can run out very fast! We visited again this morning around 9:30AM and they unfortunately had run out of the almond croissants already!!! I guess we got super lucky the first time to have been able to get our hands on an almond croissant at 2PM. So this time around we just decided to try the Raisin Brioche ($3.00). This was pretty enjoyable as well, but probably not something I would buy again. The Raisin Brioche had custard and raisins rolled into it. They were very generous with their fillings and had evenly distributed the custard and the raisins, which made every bite very enjoyable. Overall, great bakery, and we are still on the hunt to get our hands on a fresh almond croissant! Also, pro tip: watch your step as you enter through the second set of doors as there is a step - I tripped twice because I just kept forgetting to watch where I was going (or maybe I'm too eager staring at the pastries to watch my step, whoops!)

came here Sunday morning during COVID for take out, pretty cute and busy place i really enjoyed the croissant, very buttery; unfortunately i was not there early enough for the almond croissant The apple turnover (Chausson aux Pommes) is my favourite! the shell is amazing, and the apple sauce inside is tasty. got the last kouign amann that day, pretty good! Also got the bagette and chocolate shortbread, both really good!

Great! My second favourite bakery in Montreal (first is Mamie Clafoutis), if you come in the morning you can sometimes get pastries still warm from the oven.

What's happened to Chez Fred?!? Fred? Are you still there? I'd go to Chez Fred regularly when they had their location in Saint Henri and have stopped at the Sherbrooke Street location from time to time. I'd always loved this place and enjoyed there croissants and pastries. I hadn't been there in a while so I was really excited when we were in the area and decided to stop in and grab a few croissants and an abricotine. I don't know what happened, but everything tasted like something you'd buy at a grocery store in America. In the end I could only have a bite or two and everything went into the compost. Not worth the calories. I'm giving Chez Fred 2 stars, instead of one, on the strength of their past which I hope they can get back to soon.

Best croissants ever. I'm dangerously addicted to their butter croissants. Goddamn there must be a stick of butter in each one! It makes every other place that serves croissants taste like cardboard. They also have good coffee and different types of pastries other than croissants. My faves there is the butter croissant and the amandine. You just gotta try it to know how good it is. Their service is a little lacklustre and God forbid you should ask one of them what's in a sandwich lol they look so lost... but overall, very tasty!

This review is strictly for their croissants, and in a take-out capacity. My MIL picked some up for breakfast and they are amazing. Buttery and rich, flaky and chewy, but with a nice crunch on the outside. Also, huge. Their chocolate croissants are very good as well. Two strips of chocolate are laid down along the length of the croissant and my only minor complaint is that they aren't spread out, so you don't get chocolate in every bite. We also had a raisin brioche thing. Plump raisins that got a little dried out in the baking process to give a bit of chew are a nice addition to the flaky pastry. I feel like the raisins must be soaked in something as they seem to have a more complex flavour than regular raisins. Unsure on cost or service since I wasn't actually there, but based on taste, I would go back for more.

I can't say enough good things about this café and bakery. When you walk in you realize how pretty it is. Lots of space, excellent for getting some work done. The smell of the fresh baked goods drifts to your nose and it is wonderful. Extremely nice young girls making coffee and serving, quiet and peaceful throughout the store. I'm not going to rush to finish my latte :-)

I feel so bad giving such a negative rating so I apologize in advance however the 'grilled cheese' I had here is hands down the worst I've EVER had in my whole life. I came here before a meeting to grab a quick bite a few weeks ago, and (mistakenly) ordered the grilled cheese. I couldn't get over how terrible it was to be honest - the cheese wasn't any of the good stuff and was basically a chunk of processed stuff that literally made me gag with each bite (2 bites to be exact before I had to throw the sandwich out). The person I was with grabbed a pastry which seems like the better way to go. Again, apologies for the bad review but don't order the grilled cheese here - stick with the pastries!

A friend of mine spoke very fondly of Chez Fred, so I decided to stop by the bakery while I was in the area a couple of days ago. The first thing I noticed when I landed at Chez Fred was the size of the breads; they were so tiny compared to what I'm used to that I found myself looking around for bigger ones for an instant, realizing quickly enough that this was all they offered. I decided I'd go ahead and order their biggest, Le Bûcheron, and give it a try. Taste-wise, the sourdough bread is better than most commercial breads, yet it did not sweep me off my feet. Its hard crust only became harder as the hours passed, so much so that 48 hours after purchasing the bread, it had become difficult to chew and I had to resign myself to dipping it in soup in order to finish it before it reached its final form: A fossil! I also suspect that by the time the bread would have reached the third day, I might have been able to recycle it into a soccer ball. In all seriousness, I find it difficult to justify buying again a bread which I must devour completely within 48 hours or less; for a family of 4 or 5 it makes total sense, however for a couple or a person living alone it is less sensible. And while purchasing a smaller bread might solve part of the issue, its quicker consumption resulting in the avoidance of its fast hardening process, it would leave me bread-less after a couple of days only, and therefor obliged to seek new bread several times weekly. Chez Fred's bread tastes fine, but it comes with an issue which for me is unsustainable; so I will continue buying my bread at Première Moisson!

Spectacular croissants, both butter and almond. Locals clearly love this place because the line was rather long, but it moved quickly. Definitely recommended.

Superior quality pastries, friendly and helpful staff. The service can be a little slow at times but the product is well worth the wait.

Best croissants ever. Their breads are also really amazing. I would highly recommend this place for a light breakfast.

I have to say that I was very surprised with the quality of products available. My best Almond croissant so far. Sandwich, salad, and a latte are just great. Busy place on a Sunday morning. Highly recommended! Congratulations for making my Sunday morning a great start. You just made a regular costumer. *Suggestion to add a music in the dining room would be even more great!

Amazing cafe with unbelievable croissants. The staff we very friendly and ànswered my questions with the best smiles anyone would love being greeted by.

This bakery is just pure deliciousness. From their fresh buttery flakey croissant to their chocolatine , their pastries and baguette , everything is outstanding! Their staff is very efficient and helpful and their prices are very fair. I will definitely be going back again and again !

Amazing breads and pastries! Take them to go or stay to take advantage of their Wifi. Fred is really dedicated to his customers and it shows. There's a little more variety in the breads on the weekend since there is more traffic. They also offer coffees, sandwiches and salads from time to time. It's still reletively new so the menu is always changing. The only bad thing I could say about this place is that I live nearby and it's so tempting to just go in and buy whatever just came out of the oven!

Another neighbourhood bakery that I frequent, Chez Fred is a clean establishment with ample seating for couples and the odd group. A good selection of pastries are available, with the usual personal favourites of croissants and chocolatines there. I found their croissants a bit crustier than I personally like but overall they are good and their coffees are nice and my wife loves the Kusmi teas. The ambiance isn't the greatest but it's inviting enough to sit and have a chat or make use of the wifi here.

I've been walking by this storefront for a few months waiting for it to open, and now it's finally here. I bought a regular croissant and a chocolate croissant (elsewhere called a chocolatine). Both were pretty inexpensive and looked crisp and inviting. Having now had bites of each I'm pronouncing them delicious. The chocolate version had chocolate that had not yet hardened. There isn't a lot, but it seemed to be the perfect amount. I could also taste all the butter in the pastry- bad for my heart I guess, but soooo tasty for me. The regular croissant was also wonderful, not mushy or oily, instead flaky and rich. I'll definitely be going back to try more. Another nice surprise- they seem to offer free wifi. I can't speak to the speed/reliability of the network (only saw the sign, didn't try it out), but I'd like to try this place out as a writing spot. The kitchen is open- I'd also love to see the baker at work.

French pasteries omg. Excellent croissant and choclatine. Never had a sandwich, but they look good. Decent coffee, service a little slow during rush period s.

I've been coming to Chez Fred for about four years now (they used to be in St Henri!). Their pastries are easily one of the best in Montreal and fairly inexpensive. I definitely recommend the apricot croissant, chocolatine, or almandine!

Grabbing a quick breakfast (heated croissant with sausage, egg and cheese). Very tasty!! Service was fast and very friendly. Will come back for their baguettes! :)

After closing for 2 months for renovations, I was happy to see that Chez Fred is once again open for business. Unfortunately the new layout of the renovated patisserie is far from welcoming . First of all, you have to go through two doors and two small steps, then you find yourself side by side with the display of croissants, chocolatines and bread. If there is a line up, it is impossible to move around. I also noticed that there is less of a choice in their cake display. By the way while waiting to be served, two customers tripped over the small step , almost going through the glass door. Chez Fred! If you read this, please get your money back from the company who did your renovation.

Yum! We stayed around the corner from Chez Fred so went here daily for coffee or snacks. The chocolate eclairs are amazing. The coffee is excellent. Also tried croissants. Very friendly staff as well.

Can't judge their store/service because my friend went to get it for me but I had the chocolatine and it was AMAZINGGGGGG like I never thought a croissant could be so good

I've been going to Fred's since it opened and wow does he do a great job. This weekend I found out that he used to be a lawyer and in France and gave it all up to come here and bake, so happy he did.

I've been back a few times now. The chocolatines are the best I've tasted (soft, warm, light). I keep trying them elsewhere and haven't come across any I like better. Coffee is good enough. Staff are friendly. Wifi connection is available, but not very reliable. The atmosphere is fairly quiet, with people chatting with friends over coffee or having meetings. There are nice big tables for those working and plugs for laptops. The place is roomy with some nice big windows at the front. The decor is not very trendy, but it's clean and simple. They have a rotation of local artists displayed on their walls. The whole place is wheelchair accessible.

Pastries and bread are really fresh on the day - unlike what I've found at any other bakery in town. Their most popular items appear to be their croissants and chocolatines as well their cereal miches. You have to try these, best in town.

This place could very well have the best croissants in Montreal! There are so flaky and buttery, they are absolutely delicious!

I bought croissants, baguettes, choquettes and different kinds of breads from this French pastry shop and I won't be going anywhere else. EVERYTHING is delicious!! The service is top notch and the owner is a nice man! I was curious about what a choquette was, so I asked him and he said there's no better way to experience a choquette than by trying one at which point he handed my girlfriend and I each one free of charge. I thought that was very classy of him. Of course, after taking one bite out of the choquette I bought a few to bring home. Great pastry shop and amazingly friendly staff and owner! You really need to try this place!

Chez Fred is a GEM! Ignore the naysayers like Tarushka. The other side of that story is that Fred generously gave this man food and has now arranged for him to come at closing time to pick up his bread. Fred cares about his customers and it shows in the strict principles he adheres to when buying ingredients for his creations. His flour and butter are both imported and are specifically selected according to their taste and health benefits. His breads about 70% less gluten than the junk we buy in grocery and even in some 'artisinal' shops. THere is no fat used in his breads which are just beyond delicious. Every one of them. The pastries are heavenly and have never once disappointed. Our 3 year old grandson still raves about the vegetable pizza, chocolat chaud and pain au chocolat he devoured a couple of weeks ago. So go and enjoy, everyone!

I used to think I knew a thing or two about Saturday mornings, but it turns out I knew nothing and was barely even living before the warm chocolate croissants at Chez Fred. These things are cheap and incredibly delicious, easily my favourite in Montreal. I've only spent a little time in the place itself (I usually grab them on the way to a friend's place), but the fact that it has free wifi and big windows suggests I'll be back next time I need to get some work done.

Not just your typical cafe. While there are some pastries, they mainly focus on breads. My friend ordered the chocolate croissant which was flaky, and delicious and I ordered the smoked salmon quiche which I found quite good as well. We both ordered coffee, which was offered in dark or mild roast. The dark roast was delicious and full bodied. They offer an extensive selection of Kusmi teas though some are priced differently than others. The open concept kitchen is refreshing to see and overall the whole place is pretty spacious.

Nice to see to see this somewhat desolate area of the West-End starting to attract much needed goods and services previously unavailable. I recall this locale being empty for ages until it was turned into Chez Fred. That being said, I found that so far, their bread can't compare to the other small artisanale or even the 2 large chain artisanale bakeries. Their brioche is simply NOT up to par, not at all buttery, the épeutre is just ok. As for the pastries, I don't know as I've yet to try them; the service is pleasant, prompt and courteous. It's nice to see a small café area should one decide to sit down and relax for a bit with a latté and a sandwich (also not tried) or pastry. All in all , a welcome addition to the West-End, but I'll stick to my other places for my bread and goodies purchases.

This is a great bakery. The bread is fantastic! Good coffee too. I have done a large order of croissants for the office a few times and those are amazing too. End of day they sometimes run out of some bread but not the end of the world.

Overall, it is a good little bakery. Reminds me bit of a random bakery you would find in Paris (price and selection). I really enjoy their pastries and being able to buy a simple croissant for 1$, you can't go wrong. Perfect for on the weekend, you can grab a couple of pastries and go home have a nice breakfast! I will recommend the place to my friends and family.

This is my favourite neighbourhood bakery! Their croissants are to die for, decent coffee and always excellent service! Even though it is a bit far from my place i still prefer to take an extra effort to come. And you know that only good places deserve extra effort!

Great breads, especially the bucheron and sarrazin loaves. Croissants and raspberry rolls are super also. The owner is very passionate about what he does and seems to be developing new items all the time. Ever heard of a low gluten sourdough baguette? He has it. We don't buy any store bread any more. That's how good it all is. Prices are very reasonable. Beat the rush and get there early.

How unfair to critic the clients of a restaurant! Should the owner put a sign outside to filter his customers like: keep out if you are fat or unstable or one legged or ugly or loud or deaf or just a different person??? Really is this what we expect from the nicest young baker call Frederic that works so hard 20 hours a day, seven days a week, to create the best croissant and the tastiest bread in all Montreal. I used to walk each day to his bakery but I now moved to Ho-Ma and take the metro to Vendome station, a five minutes walk to Patisserie Chez Fred to please me. Lets be honest, it is the food we love at chez Fred, and the only reason we go there.

Few friends of mine spoke highly about Chez Fred, so in my recent visit to Montreal had to try their baked good. I tried few of their baguettes, bread loafs and croissants which were all excellent. In my view this is one of the best bakeries in Montreal.

Wonderful addition to the neighborhood, with excellent quiche, bread, and other baked goods. Everything is very fresh, one can often get a croissant or madeleine that is still warm from the oven...

Sorry to bring this place down a notch. Chez Fred has everything going for it including a great location, a nice space and friendly staff, but the food just doesn't measure up. The desserts are decadent, the pastries are OK but the saltier items like croque monsieur are too bready and very little creativity has gone into them. They also seem to offer nothing more than ham sandwiches; you can't even get a chicken, tuna or turkey sandwich here. On the other hand, the coffee and Kusmi tea are excellent. Performances are held here certain nights and feature anything from music to painting exhibits. And some of their clientele could easily get on your nerves, especially the fat older loud bald man who comes in daily when he's not in the hospital and won't shut the ---- up! Not to mention the other emotionally unstable people who sometimes congregate here between their therapy appointments at the Queen Elizabeth Health Complex next door. So they're harmless but they kill the atmosphere. If Chez Fred would only improve the quality of their food and raise prices, then they'd attract a very different crowd, and maybe I'd be more of a regular.