I went there on a Saturday morning for breakfast with the family…read more The good: Food is good, above average breakfast taste. Seats were available and we could choose where to seat. TV's for us men to watch sports (they were live soccer that morning, but they prefer showing a replay of a baseball game?). The "J'ai faim" plates ("I'm hungry") are a good size. You can have two orders of the same meat on those plates. Waitresses are young, but nice. Always had coffee refills during the meal. The bad: The "J'ai faim" plates were separated in two, which makes them look empty. Asking for "fruits" gave me one piece of cantaloup and one piece of orange. A little more generous on fruits, please? Bathrooms are EXTREMELY small, and not that clean (or looks unclean). When we came in, there was jam on the floor that no one noticed (until we mentioned it). Same thing for a fork that fell of a plate that a waitress could not pick up and a customer ended up picking it up. The place is actually a restaurant/bar place. But they do good on breakfasts. A little expensive but worth it.

Disgusting!!! Horrible service, food always cold. Pasta always full of water, used to be good I…read moredon't Know what Happened

Amazing food, service , and ambiance…read more A visit to Montreal isn't complete without a stop at Schwartz's Deli. The smoked meat sandwich absolutely lived up to the hype. The meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, piled high between fresh rye bread with just the right amount of mustard. The atmosphere is classic, authentic, and full of history. Even with the line outside, the service was efficient and friendly, and the food was worth every minute of the wait. The pickle and fries were the perfect sides to complement the rich smoked meat. You can tell why this place has become a Montreal institution. Simple menu, legendary food, and an experience that feels uniquely local. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Montreal.

Schwartz's Deli is one of those Montreal spots that hits you immediately with how tight and chaotic…read moreit feels inside. We walked into a space that is small, constantly packed, and built around fast turnover rather than comfort, with people lining up at the counter while orders get called out across a loud, crowded room. The energy hit us right away, and it felt more like stepping into a system that has been running the same way for decades rather than a modern restaurant experience. The smoked meat sandwich is the main reason to come here, and it delivers in a very direct, no-frills way. We ordered one and found the meat thick, heavily seasoned, and with a deep smoky flavor that came through right away. The texture stood out most, tender but still structured enough to hold its bite, especially when stacked on rye bread with mustard. It is simple in concept but feels complete in execution, with nothing on the plate trying to distract from the main item. The sides like pickles, coleslaw, and fries felt more supportive than essential. We tried the poutine and found it solid and filling, but it clearly sat in the background compared to the smoked meat sandwich. Everything on the menu seemed centered around that one item, and the rest of the food reinforced that focus rather than expanding it into a wider dining experience. Seating is communal and tightly packed, which added to the overall intensity of the place. It was common to share tables with strangers, and there was very little personal space once we sat down. The noise level stayed high the entire time, but the service was quick, so the pace of the meal kept things moving even when it felt crowded. Schwartz's Deli feels like a Montreal institution defined by its simplicity and consistency. It is not a comfortable sit-down meal, but the smoked meat sandwich is strong enough to make the entire experience worth it, especially if you are there for what it is known for rather than the setting around it.

this was our first time in montreal and we came across this place after seeing their menu posted…read moreoutside the window. the staff was very welcoming, friendly and accommodating and it's such a cute vibe! it was pretty empty (this was midday friday) and i'm thinking maybe the stairs leading down to it are a part of the reason for that, but i definitely don't regret dropping in!

First time eating at Reuben's. We came in from a rain storm with 2 young children. From the moment…read morewe walked in, the host, a sweet older gentleman, offered us paper towels to dry up, since we were soaken wet even with umbrellas. He seated us in the booth and got our little children settled in with coloring material. He was so gentle spoken with our children, and for that matter, the entire staff was! Our family felt welcomed and not a bother. You would be surprised at how few places make us feel this way, even though our children are calm little beings. Ok, now... to the food! When I hear brisket, I think of Texas styled BBQ, this brisket is different, this is a deli style brisket, think Reuben Sandwiches. The brisket was sliced so thin and was juicy, it was delicious! Our kids had kids meals and in their opinion, the best part was the ice cream at the end . I highly recommend eating here! The staff is friendly, the food is great and overall, just a comfortable place to be! Tip the staff well, trust me, by the time the bill arrives you will already have experienced their top notch service. I don't have pictures to share because we were hungry and ate everything up before I could remember to snap some photos!

A super cute and charming, family run Charcuterie tucked away in Saint Hubert. The owners are…read moreFrench who take pride in their quality deli meats and cuts. They have a variety of homemade salads and sandwiches too as well as an assortment of baked goods and pastries that are on a self-serve basis. I have tried most of them but my favourite has to be their delicious fruit tarts! I love the farmhouse-inspired homely interior and the hospitality of the owners is outstanding. Worth checking out if you are in the area!

We tried it for sandwiches and sodas. A couple that run the…read moreplace is very polite very pleasant, and the price is a very reasonable, for the neighborhood

The people that run this place are super friendly! One even greets customers by name!…read more I never considered myself to be a Soup and sandwich program kinda gal but due to time constraint and the close proximity of this place to my Rez it's nice and convenient for a quick lunch pickup! They have such a variety! Prepackaged or freshly custom make sandwiches! Prepacked salads or fresh pick off the counter! They even have hot soup! The Thai veggie was just what I needed!! Will be back on the regular for sure!! Love it! Can't wait to try all the rest of the options! Oh yeah they also have a daily feature! Wish they had English menu!

We ended up at this place by accident because our daughter wanted a sandwich. It was a great find!…read moreThey have the best fries we have ever tasted. They melted in your mouth like butter. The sandwich was tasty as well.

Stopped here for lunch because we heard they had great smoked meat sandwiches. We heard right!…read moreDelicious egg bread, delicious rye bread. Hot or cold sandwiches made to order. We chose the hot pastrami and it was absolutely the best sandwich I've had in a long time. Just the smell unwrapping it was heavenly. This is not the kind of sandwich where it's all bread and little meat. The meat was piled high. Walked to the shady park a block away from the residential street it corners on with picnic tables and benches to enjoy it- and boy did we! No tables there, but great for carryout business. The deli has lots of other items too. Many items to take home and fix: pierogi choices, good pickles, sausages, and the kind of poppyseed rolls I remember from childhood Polish bakery experiences. Wonderful food makes wonderful memories- also the lady making the sandwiches was a real sweetie. I know there were many items there that I am forgetting- but everyone who passed through while we were there was focused on their sandwiches, like we were. Highly recommend- you'll be back. PS Very reasonable prices for that amount of meat- that's great these days!

I absolutely love Zytynsky's Deli!!!! Being a big fan of Ukrainian food, had to check out…read moreZytynsky's during my visit to Montréal. A little out of the way from everything else had been doing, but wanted to check out this local institution. So glad I did! Did not expect Zytynsky's being in such an unpretentious brick building, but the magic was all inside. The store had an excellent curated selection of Eastern European gourmet items, all clearly presented with pride. Since I was on vacation, my goal was something to eat that day, but did spend some time looking at all the imported goodies. When I arrived, Angel, the extremely friendly woman behind the counter, was dealing with a couple of familiar faces to her. I overheard that she's been at the store for about 40 years, but I didn't realize that she was the owner and the founder was her grandfather. At my turn to order, I asked her for some suggestions. Ending up with a Smoked Meat Sandwich and a Polish Ham, Hungarian Salami and Cheese Sandwich. Also grabbed two cans of Ukrainian Zero Alcohol Beer. We chatted a little while she prepared my food, and she was absolutely charming. Able to enjoy both sandwiches upon return to my hotel. While for years been a big fan of Hungarian Salami (which was fantastic) the star on that sandwich was the amazing Polish Ham... maybe the best I've ever had! The sensational Smoked Meat Sandwich was perfect! Look forward to my next visit and thank you Angel for my memorable eats! Appreciate your support of Ukraine, too. Zytynsky's Deli is a remarkable place and recommend you check it out! Slava Ukraini!

GET THE CUBANO…read more Amazing food and great staff. If you go at lunchtime, expect a wait but it is quick and they'll get you in! This is a must stop!

First stop during my visit to Montreal. Saw how many reviews this place had, and decided to try it…read moreout to see what it was all about. Very aesthetic and cute cafe located on the corner. You can dine-in or take it to go. They have a huge bakery selection right up in the front. Seating along the window with barstools or they have tables located in the middle. I got seated by the window and loved the people watching. Ordered the poached egg panini & a cinnamon roll. The panini is spicy!! So be careful or that is you can't handle much heat. I had to take half to go because of that! Bread was crispy and everything inside paired very nicely. The cinnamon roll was ok, more like a sticky bun vibe. I also ordered a latte with maple syrup and that was tasty too. Staff are all friendly & service is great! Definitely give this one a try!

I love there meatballs (moisture and tasty ) and spicy sausages ( not too spicy, and tasty ) a…read morelots. Sabrina makes cafe the best coffee ever. The latte is not too bitter and very smooth to me. They takes time make the milk foam, very focus to it, so the milk not too hot.

I'll start by mentioning that the menu is in Italian. So some guesswork may be in order. But the…read morepaninis are really good. We had the ham and cheese and the Italian sausage. They're cold in the case and they heat them up when you order. The ham and cheese was good but the sausage was much better. The sausage was quite spicy which I appreciated. It's pretty basic inside there were enough tables for everyone on a September Saturday.