I came with a rather large party on a Saturday night at 8:00 PM. We had 9 adults and 6 children - not a very ideal group for the unfortunate waitstaff member who draws the short straw. We are also out-of-towners. 2 of us are from Southern California while everyone is are from various parts of Toronto. The kids started having meltdowns at 9:00 PM. One even started throwing up. Our waitress (whose name I unfortunately do not remember) was so gracious and helpful during such a trying time. If I could give more than 5 stars in a review, I would do so on her outstanding service and friendly, accommodating attitude alone. We did leave her a rather larger than normal tip, of course. Food was exceptional - my petit combo was tender and super flavorful. The matzo ball soup was absolutely delicious. I would definitely return. read more

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My daughter and I were in town for a Dallas Stars game and wanted to try some poutine so we walked to Dunn's Famous as it was close to our hotel. Although they had quite a selection, we went with the traditional QUÉBÉCOISE. It was delicious. Next we shared the super combo smoked meat sandwich and which was moist, smokey, and served with the right amount of mustard. We had room for dessert so we chose the hot cookie and ice cream and we were glad we did. The cookie was thick, hot, and chocolatey with a healthy serving of ice cream and cool whip (in Stewie's voice) slowly melting on top. The staff was quick and attentive. Bonus: we were wearing our Stars gear and the wait staff talked hockey with us for quite a bit. read more

While casually strolling the streets we saw this place and thought we should come in and try the smoked meat. Why? There were pounds of smoked meat displayed in the window and I immediately turned into one of those cartoon characters. You know, the ones where they smell food and their bodies drift toward it. Yea, that was me when I saw smoked meat in the window. They have a pretty vast menu so I'm assuming there's something for everyone. My bf ordered the smoked meat sandwich and I ordered the poutine with smoked meat on top. The smoked meat sandwich was pretty good. The meat was tender and fatty and damn near melted in my mouth. The poutine was ok. I'm not sure why, but the smoked meat on the sandwich was a lot better than the smoked meat on top of the poutine. Also, I wasn't a huge fan of the gravy. It was kinda watery. I prefer gravy that's a bit thicker. The service was awful. We were greeted and given menus when we walked in but people kept walking by us until finally we had to flag someone down for waters. Then, they took our order (finally). It took forever to get the check and no one ever stopped in to see if we needed anything else. We ate, paid, and got the hell outta there. It could have been a 4 rating if the service wasn't so crappy. read more

Looking for your late night smoked meat fix downtown Montreal - look no further to Dunn on Metcalfe street. They serve a hearty smoked meat sandwich and you can upgrade your fries to a mound of poutine of your choice. What a filling meal! They also accept credit card which is a plus. I would highly recommend this place if you are avoiding lineups at other smoked meat places. :) read more

This place did not disappoint. The kids menu had lots to offer, the server friendly and professional, and of course the smoked meat was extremely good. I had a Reuben, and it came accompanied by a tasty sweet Cole slaw and dill. Not too much sauce on the sandwich, and the cheese and sauerkraut were just enough flavours to be good company for the meat. I upgraded the fries to poutine and was rewarded with a decent bowl. My wife didn't like the gravy but I thought it was fine. The cheese were proper curds, not the shredded garbage you find in Toronto. The desserts looked delectable and so I had a mini cheesecake, a perfect size to get a taste without over filling. The kids split a warm cookie, which came with a vanilla ice cream. The warm cookie didn't disappoint, and went perfectly with the ice cream. On top of great food and great service was a friendly, fun vibe. It made an impression on our son, who lived his pizza and kept talking about coming back for another visit. read more

Dunn's - They also have take home smoked meats - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Came here to try the Montreal-famous smoked meat and poutine. The meal I had had me wishing I went somewhere else. Also not terrible, I found the meat overly salty and a bit odd-looking. The poutine was okay, but I found the fries a bit too oily. The redeeming factor of the place is the service-our party of 7 was seated quickly and the waitress was very sweet and attentive! read more

Dunn's - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

We had to wait about 15 minutes for a table since we came during the heart of lunch hour. We sat at a table at the back of the restaurant. The server took awhile to get to our table. She served someone who was sat after us. We order a vegetable pizza and theclub roll with poutine (which is fries, cheese curds and gravy - a Montreal specialty) instead of French fries for an additional 4 dollars and a Molson beer. It was reasonable price. They accommodate my request for gravy on the side since my son does not eat meat and I wanted him to try the poutine. The small bathroom is located in the basement of the restaurant. I had to ask for the check are a while after our dishes were cleared. The server did not come around to ask if everything was fine. read more

Dunn's - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

The main attraction of this place is that it's open 24 hours a day. You can find your classic burgers and fries, but also poutines and some salads. Don't expect high end cuisine, but plenty of food and not terribly expensive. Good selection of beers, both bottled and on tap. read more

Dunns famous Caesar Bloody Mary type drink is awesome! They will put the game on if a match is in progress. Specialize in smoked meat and poutine. Not hard to go gluten free here if you are into meat. Cool atmosphere and decor. I enjoyed the smoked meat with fried rice, tomato, shallots. Potato skins with cheese and bacon are awesome. read more

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I loved this place, had a very cozy friendly Montreal Canadian feel, food and the staff were very good, price is bit on the high side, but it is downtown Montreal like any oh her major city you can expect that.. Definitely a place to visit when visiting Montreal read more

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You can always count on Dunn's for late night big portioned smoked meat and poutine! We actually had to line up at 2 am for a seat haha! Great service and lovely crowd! read more

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Dunn's was highly recommended and did not disappoint. There was a large lunch crowd but it was not an issue. We were seated immediately and the service was great. The food came out surprisingly fast and was delicious. All the other customers seemed equally satisfied. Dunn's has indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor area is covered and right on the street. Good if you want to people watch. The Underground City is a block away, only a 30 second walk. read more

The brisket was delicious. I had mine on the bagel sandwich which was very good. My fiance had the Beef burrito which was just OK. I would probably stick to the items they are known for. The hand cut fries were definitely a plus. The place was very busy but the service was relatively quick. If you are in downtown Montreal this is definitely a staple to stop at. read more

Poutine that I got was average at best. More like McDonald's fries with sausages and gravy, not the poutine that you get in some other places. read more

This was a good spot despite the wait because they were low staff. The staff didn't make up for it with their hospitality. Waiter was very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed the kids menu that had chicken fingers and fries for my toddler. My husband had three Poutine! he definitely will be back for more. Our piña colada's were so delicious. read more

Very good poutine. Had the Dunn's famous with their smoked meat!! very tasty!!! staff are friendly and service is fast! read more

Dunn's - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

had dinner here with parents. they are not used to cheese. We ordered chichen wings, famous smoked meat and fish n chips. a lot of food and big plate. delicious and is our favorite food in Montreal! read more

Dunn's - fish n chips, famous smoked meat and chichen wings - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

24/7 restaurant, literally, so it is a place we go every once in a while when we find ourselves starving at 4am and everything else is closed. Everything is good, burgers, sandwiches, poutines, smoked meats, you name it. I usually go for a smoked meat sandwich and personally add chop liver all the time. That thing is not on the menu and I can't remember how come I got to know about this extra hidden feature, but somehow I know it and I always ask to put some extra chopped liver in my sandwich, check my picture. And I always ask for a chocolate milkshake mmm yummy... read more

Dunn's - Combination sandwich with smoked meat and chopped liver - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Hoped into Dunn's to try Montreal smoked meats and poutine. Service was lovely. The poutine was excellent. My chicken salad was delicious. I didn't se much in the way of the smoked meat I expected. The Ruben sandwich was also delicious. read more

I was looking for a diner to grab some food and kill some time before a show. I had low expectations, given that I was right in the middle of downtown on a Sunday night, when it seemed like I might end up at a restaurant that is more typically found in a mall. Obviously this isn't a fancy place, but it's a great spot for some delightful diner vibes and loitering. The servers were super friendly (not like diners back home!). The food was fast and pretty good. Obviously I got the smoked meat, because what else are you there for? I'm not sure if I lucked out on the quality of the people watching opportunities or if it's always this good (there's another Yelp review mentioning post-bachelor party smoked meat, so maybe this is the type of tourists this place draws in). While I was happy with the food and the overall experience, the people watching made it great. read more

Tons of food. Come here after a long day, if you just need good, greasy food and don't care about nutrition. Seriously good bang for the buck! The fatty cuts are really delicious. I would strongly going with any meat dish. The poutine was okay. Nothing too special but not bad. I suppose I'm not the best judge but I've had a number of poutine dishes in Montreal and this one ranked middling. The slaw was good! read more

I took my wife and our two boys here for a taste of classic Montreal. Everybody was really pleased with their meals. The portions were generous --- especially the kids meals. They were both large enough to satisfy any adult. I had the classic smoked meat sandwich with poutine on the side. The smoked meat was really good but not the best I ever had. The poutine was decadent with lots of real cheese curds and fresh cut fries. I couldn't finish it despite how much I liked it. Prices were very reasonable with the adult meals in the $12 to $16 range and the kids meals at $5.95. Great family spot. read more

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I was in Montreal for a business trip and wanted some poutine (duh.) Dunn's was within walking distance and had a variety of poutines on its menu, so I strolled over. I sat at the (tiny) bar and was ignored by the staff until I asked for a menu and a beer. It wasn't busy. These kids just don't care! And, whatever, maybe it's their summer job to work in this poutine-slingery, but do your job right and attend to people who are ultimately paying your wages. I ordered poutine with mushrooms, onions and peppers. And was so disappointed. The dish came out SO FAST that there's no way the veggies were freshly prepared. The fries were already soggy, and the lack of cheese curds (seriously, there needed to be way more of those delicate little gems) made me an unhappy diner. And speaking of diner; what is this place? A soda stand? An indoor barn? It just emits a weird vibe and had a weird smell and overall, mehhhhhhh. The next day I had some poutine in the airport on my way home and it slayed this place. If you're looking for gut-busting fries, gravy and cheese, maybe try another spot. read more

This is the best Dunn's hands down in Montreal. I always order the Reubens sandwich and it never disappoint. What a classic joint that as been open for many years and it should stay open for many years to come ! read more

I've been here several times. This is my 1st review. I've always been a fan of delis and diners and this one still always manages to hold up. I went for a nice bowl of Matzo ball soup and the spaghetti with smoked meat. Soup was delicious, but to be honest it was lukewarm. I'm sure they would have heated it up for me if I asked...but I didn't say anything. The pasta with smoked meat was really good. I've had it many times before and it was as good as ever. A nice hearty meal overall. And the service was great too. read more

Can't go wrong with this place. I had their buffalo wings with ranch which were excellent and my girlfriend had their buffalo chicken poutine which she loved. It was her first time trying poutine and she was not disappointed. The place was very unique looking and a great atmosphere. Waitress spoke both French and English so was easy to converse without any issues. Would definitely eat there again if we are ever back in Montreal. read more

I spent a lovely 8 days in Montreal, on a quest for superb Poutine. Dunn's was my favorite, very flavorsome gravy, chips cooked well and didn't go soggy quickly, cheese curds perfectly melted and infused throughout. Dunn's are famous for their smoked meats and Jewish deli classics which of course I also tried. Overall great food and one of my favorites in Montreal. read more

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One of the staples of Montreal. The poutine is great, but I'd have to say I prefer the smoked meat at Schwartz's. Overall nice and casual atmosphere at the restaurant as well. Definitely not a bad place to check out when you're in town. read more

Had lunch here 2 times this week. Always the brisket sandwich on rye, pickle, slaw, and fries. As good as it gets. They call it smoked meat. As a new yorker, it seems very much like pastrami, or corned beef. It has no taste of smoke, but delicious pickled spices and tender to perfection. The potatoes are real, not frozen and perfect. No mayo in the slaw... which is the best way to make it. Even the deli pickle was great. I had to return in 2 days to repeat this sandwich. A great little place with delicious reliable food. A must when I get to Montreal from now on..... read more

I had lunch here yesterday and dined outdoor; great location for people and car watching with the lush green Mount Royal framing the backdrop! I had the smoked combo meat. I ordered lean meat and with fries. I found the fries to be the best part of my meal! The smoke meat, despite being lean, still had lots of fat. The smoke meat was blend and didn't taste special -- actually, almost no flavor. It was C$17. Well, I can cross off from my bucket list Dunn's, established since 1927. IMHO, Schwartz's is much better with no pretensions and worth visiting again and dinning there -- it's a classic diner that looks like the original when it first open decades ago; even before I was born :) read more

This was the best poutine I've ever eaten in my entire life. I should qualify this by saying that while I've eaten a lot of poutine in my day, I'd hesitate to call myself an "aficionado" in the realm of fries topped with gravy and cheese. That said, this was damn good. The kind of good where you take one bite and immediately realize how amazing it is. You chew franticly and swallow so you can tell the person across from you what they already - this is the best poutine you've ever had in your life. It's a kitschy little place with table top illustrations featuring video games and sports. They've got waiters who wear golf shirts with the restaurant's logo and serve their beverages in those classic fogged plastic cups. And I wouldn't change that for anything. The atmosphere is definitely a huge part of the experience. With my poutine I had a serving of smoked meat with slaw and a pickle and can attest to the fact that the portions are big (and perfect). It might be a lot for an average eater, but if you're big on quantity, this is the place. Oh and lastly, the food came within 5 minutes of ordering - I'm not exaggerating even a little about that. I'll let you decide whether that's a pro or a con. So to recap - fun atmosphere, fast service, delicious food and poutine you'd kill for. read more

This place came up on Yelp as an eatery near our hotel and the hotel concierge enthusiastically supported our choice when we asked her for directions. We had the smoked meat sandwich (the large is big enough to split with another), the Dunn's famous poutine (the gravy was delicious and the cheese curds melted in your mouth like savory gravy covered marshmallows), and the Louisiana soup was a creamy, cheesy, potato soup bowl of yum. Each of us tried a different Canadian draft beer..Molson Export, Rickard's Red, and Rickard's White. Delicious. Service was friendly and efficient. Oh gosh, how could I forget? We also had the carrot cake cheesecake and the apple crisp for dessert..split four ways. The carrot cake cheesecake was tasty but the apple crisp was my preferred dessert. Lots of rich apple flavor. read more

Restaurant had been there since 1927. Must be doing something right. Unpretentious, casual dining. Selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Smoked meat was fantastic! Smoked meat plate was thick cut, and better than the sandwich. Cheese cake was well deserving of reputation. Fries were excellent, made from real potatoes, unlike most of the fast food places. Full of potato flavor. Poutine was good. Love this place. read more

Went here because it was fairly close to the hotel we were staying at, was not disappointed in the service, nor the food, we both had the fish and chips and agreed it was one of the best pieces of fish we'd ever had! I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're ever in the area! read more

Dunn's - Poutineries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I made an impromptu trip to Montreal and trusted yelp to guide me on my lunch choice. I did not know that smoked meat was "a thing" in Montreal. I also did not know that Montreal smoked meat was so similar to pastrami, but I was sure happy to find Dunn's. See, I have an unhealthy obsession with the pastrami from Katz deli in New York. I often crave it when I'm far from NYC and have yet to find anything that comes close to filling its place. The smoked meat sandwich at Dunn's was also as good as Katz pastrami (which is a big compliment) and was incredibly satisfying. I got the small sandwich (which wasn't small at all) with fries and it was a perfect lunch. The service was fast and friendly and they even let me charge my phone behind the bar. read more

We had a delicious Montreal lunch here at Dunn's! The smoked meat platter was HUGE and the Dunn's poutine was incredible. Great atmosphere and great service! read more

I like Dunn's over Schwartz smoked meats but both are exceptionally good but Dunn's is 24/7 which makes it more convenient.

In line with my expectations for this quite famous place: great smoke meat sandwiches in a nice location. Generous servings and helpful service. read more

I had their Reuben sandwich which was alright but did not enjoy their fries as much. The meat was more medium than fat thus a little on the dry side (I ordered medium-fat). Overall it was fine for smoked meat fix but expensive for the food and service level, as there are plenty others deli smoked meat alternatives in Montreal. The restaurant has a small outdoor seating area at the front but this is a busy street with many pedestrians and cars passing by. read more

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The food here was quite good. The portions were oversized, which was nice given the price. The service speed was prompt, too. However, I did not enjoy the customer service: the servers were rushed and seemed disinterested. Some servers were genuine, though. I think if the employees underwent more customer service training, then this place would be nice and would garner itself 4-5 stars. read more