Located in Shawville, Quebec, Boulangerie du Pontiac is a beloved family-run bakery known throughout the Pontiac region for its freshly baked goods, comforting homemade meals, and warm small-town atmosphere. Often referred to as one of the “sweetest bakeries in Eastern Canada,” it has become a popular stop for both locals and visitors travelling through the Ottawa Valley. The bakery is especially known for its early-morning freshness, wide selection, and traditional recipes made from scratch daily.
Location: 315 Rue Bristol, Shawville, QC J0X 2Y0
Pricing: Most bakery items range from approximately $2–$20 CAD, with larger items such as cakes and specialty orders priced individually. Breakfast and lunch items (sandwiches, soups, and daily specials) generally fall within the $6–$18 CAD range.
Offerings:
- Fresh baked breads and buns (white, rye, sourdough, multigrain, specialty loaves)
- Daily pastries including donuts, cupcakes, tarts, cookies, and squares
- Specialty desserts such as cheesecakes, pies, eclairs, and cream puffs
- Breakfast options including bagels, breakfast sandwiches, muffins, and scones
- Homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, and hot lunch specials
- Montreal smoked meat sandwiches (available select days)
- Coffee bar with specialty coffees and hot drinks
- Seasonal baked goods and take-home freezer meals
Pontiac Home Bakery is especially well known for its “Big Donut Days” and its fresh-from-the-oven cake-style donuts, which regularly draw customers from across the region. The bakery also offers a rotating lunch menu featuring homemade soups and sandwiches, making it a popular mid-day stop for workers, travellers, and families.
Everything is prepared on-site using traditional baking methods and quality ingredients, giving the bakery its reputation for consistently fresh, homestyle flavour. Visitors often highlight the welcoming staff and the nostalgic, small-town bakery feel that makes it more than just a quick stop—it’s part of the local experience.
Whether you’re grabbing a morning coffee and pastry, picking up a fresh loaf of bread, or stopping in for a hearty lunch, Pontiac Home Bakery offers a classic taste of the Pontiac region that has made it a long-standing community favourite.