Judging by previous reviews, Rideau Bakery is very polarizing. If you're someone drawn to old world charm and Jewish nostalgia such as myself, you're probably willing to overlook its flaws. Yes, the pastries go stale. That's what happens to bread products baked without preservatives. The coffee will not taste like what you would get at an espresso bar, but that's because it's cheaper, made by... more

I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Rideau Bakery, especially since I have heard good things about it.  I went on a sunday afternoon & the girl in the store was very unpleasant, not overly helpful & certainly does not understand the value of customer service. She answered our questions curtly, the array of baked goods was disappointing as well, the few pastries they had left... more

I sought this bakery out based on the 5 star rating.  Not sure what the people who rated 5 stars got that I didn't on my visit.  The service was terrible even though there were three people working and I was the ONLY person in the establishment.  My first bagel was burnt to a crisp so they inquired if I wanted another.  YES!! The second one wasn't toasted justed warmed up.  Also had the... more