Authentic Montreal smoked meat, smoked on-site daily with expertise. Breakfasts and deli right in the heart of the legendary Atwater Market. Featuring ingredients from our farm, local producers, and grass-fed beef from P.E.I.
Overall, reviews describe Aylwin Deli as a standout spot for smoked meat and BBQ in Montreal, with the Reuben, brisket, and other sandwiches delivering tenderness, smoky depth, and well balanced flavors, and the poutine, fries, and coleslaw serving as excellent accompaniments; the menu also shines with breakfast items and ricotta pancakes, while weekend brunch offerings add variety. The atmosphere and staff are repeatedly praised for friendliness and good service, and value is commonly noted as fair. Some critiques note that the Reuben should be served piping hot and that portions or meat content could be more generous for the price, that the smoked gravy in the poutine can be overly salty, and that the concept of deli versus BBQ can feel a little confusing. The best sandwiches and the overall quality keep earning repeat visits, and the location is welcomed as a reliable go-to for casual dining and a robust smokehouse experience.
I went there for breakfast .. probably got there around 9.. I don't usually go out for breakfast though but because of timing & whatever here I was.. starving! So I hd the combo of breakfast sandwich veg with bacon, « hash browns » & traded a coffee for a fresh squeezed orange juice. It was AMAZING!! I may become a breakfast person someday based on how delicious that sandwich was! & the hash brown was a beautiful potatoe galette with just the right touch of sea salt! Fabulous.. service was lovely & the music was great too. Highly recommend. Actually I'm going to go back for lunch soon because that Reuben is calling my name!!
this place has an edible midas touch. everything is delicious, the ribs, the sausages, the slaws, the briskets, everything. it's no surprise that their smoked meat poutine is probably one of the best you can get anywhere. beautiful gravy, quality cheese curds, & best of all the juicy smoked meat with a bark to die for.
PS. food for thought, you should consider copying what dinette triple crown used to do (R.I.P.) & provide the option for picnic baskets to eat out by the canal!
I haven't been a huge fan of the traditional smoked meat sandwiches I've had around the city. I find them quite one dimensional in flavour & unfortunately a little dry.
The Reuben I shared here was enjoyable because the sauerkraut added some much needed acidity & crunch. Plus the bread was toasted, which also added to the overall experience. I also really enjoy the smokiness of this place's Texan style bbq.
I also shared a brisket sandwich with my friend & we both agreed that this was even better than the Reuben. It was flavourful, tender, & juicy.
The fries & coleslaw were very good accompaniments to round out the richness of the two sandwiches.
My new fav bbq place in Mtl.
Mar 28, 2026
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While we were at the market we decided to go to this Deli. I have to say everything was delicious. The tuna sandwich had hints of lemon & pickles all mixed wonderfully, the grilled chesse's buttery bread was just the level of crisp & savoury. Finally the poutine's sauce was sublime with a hint of vinegar that's lemony & smoky at the same time like nothing i've had before. Overall amazing & friendly staff makes it bette
The sandwich is good , but should be served piping hot. It was room temp at best :/ I also think that for that price, there should be a bit more smoked meat in it. The poutine is very good but the smoked gravy is a bit too salty , since the saint-Guillaume cheese is salty, it's a bit too much
I ate THE BEST Ruben sandwich Montreal has probably seen in decades. When smoke meat meets proper bbq culture with a splash of real deli aesthetics. This place was a goldmine as a booth at the market but as a brick & mortar it's a gift from the brisket gods 🙏
Been wanting to try Aylwin for a long time & finally got the chance. It definitely does not disappoint. Everything was top notch. Would love to try their full bbq offering in the summer.
BUDDY I liked this place, I liked it a lot. I'm not a Montreal local, so don't freaking come for me if you don't agree, but the smoked meat sandwich here might be the best I've had. Man look at that goddamn cross section. Destroyed this thing at like 9:30am mind you
Service was fast & good, they even pronounced my name right first try. Just some great folks here & delicious food, next time I'm back id love to try some breakfast food at 3 in the afternoon.
