At BOSSA, we make sandwiches the right way: bold, generous, and full of heart.
What started as a simple neighborhood sandwich shop has grown into a small, family-run restaurant chain built on a simple idea: authentic products, prepared with care. Every sandwich is made with our own bread, baked fresh every morning in our bakery. From our homemade proteins to our sauces and toppings, we give the same care to every ingredient we serve.
BOSSA is widely praised for huge, generously packed Italian style sandwiches made to order with high quality ingredients, with many calling it the best in Montreal and nearby areas. Standouts include porchetta, diavolo, chicken parm and a rich array of fillings, and desserts such as tiramisu, cannoli and olive oil cake are highlighted as excellent. Portions are often described as so generous they can feed two, and the overall vibe is a lively, authentic deli with Italian groceries, great coffee and a friendly team. However long waits during peak hours and limited seating are common, and some reviews note occasional bread inconsistencies or a recent bread change before returning to form. A few isolated ordering hiccups are addressed by responsive staff and even owner intervention, leaving many satisfied and willing to return. The experience is considered worth the detour and the drive, with takeout and dine-in both recommended for a reliable, delicious sandwich fix.
I've been to Bossa many times, & they never disappoint. This visit, I went with the Italiano, & it was incredible. It's absolutely stuffed with high-quality prosciutto & mortadella, fresh crispy lettuce, & their signature pickled olives which add the perfect tangy kick. Every bite is fresh & packed with flavor.
The vibe of the shop is just as good as the food. It feels like a true neighborhood gem-super cozy & charming, filled with imported Italian goods, pastas, & great coffee. It's always buzzing with energy, which makes the whole experience feel authentic. If you're looking for the best sandwiches in Montreal, this is definitely the place!
Pro tip: Grab a cannoli or a Bomboloni on your way out-you won't regret it.
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This Italian deli is an absolute gem. The sandwiches are huge & absolutely incredible, easily some of the best we've ever had. Every bite was packed with flavor & clearly made with top-quality ingredients.
The space itself is very tiny, but we managed to luck out & snag a countertop seat while many people were standing & waiting. Even so, the atmosphere just added to the experience.
An institution in Montreal, if you're looking for great tasting sandwiches, Italian food, prepared goods & delicious desserts, this is the place. Generous portions & fresh ingredients, I really enjoy this small chain of restaurants. Staff are so friendly & service is quick. I highly recommend!
These must be the best Italian sandwiches in Montreal. Huge & absolutely delicious, every time. My favourites are the pochette & the chicken parm… definitely get them pressed! The shop has a great selection of sauces, fresh & dried pastas, & other specialty foods & a few wines as well.
A Montreal highlight ! A Verdun favourite. Delicious , generous , masterfully engineered Italian sandwiches to stay or go. Seating inside or out, or walk ten minutes to the Verdun riverside parks. Don't miss this place . It's the best.
Aug 10, 2025
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Excellent grocery store of hard-to-find Italian pantry items, pre-made meals, & crazy made-to-order sandwiches. Slightly chaotic inside as it's a popular place & a lot of Verdun knows about it. I find it slightly pricey for the grocery items, but $16 for a sandwich is actually very fair considering they're massive. Will definitely be back.
Took the Diavolo, which is an italian style sandwhich. Great sandwhich. Absolutely loved it. It was everything I was hoping for, & then some. I mean this in the best possible way, but it was like a BMT from subway, but 100 times better. Every ingredients was high quality. At it in two meals too. The only thing I would say is if you plan on going, plan on waiting a little bit. Every sandwhich is made to order & the place is almost always crowded, so expect a 15-20 min wait. Still, waiting 20 min for one of the best sandwhich of your life is worth it in my opinion.
I had the Cutlet 2.0 the first time I came & it was great. 2nd time, I called 15 minutes in advance so I would't have to wait. I get there & the cashier tells me I have to go to the back. I go to the back where I was IGNORED for 5 full minutes (may not seem like a long time but when you're hungry & impatient, 5 minutes is a LONG TIME) while the woman didn't even acknowledge me. She could have said just it will just be 1 minute or she'll be with me shortly. In the end, I had to shout down another employee to get my sandwich that had been ready the whole time. I paid & left in 30 seconds. The first woman could have done that while talking on the phone. It's called multitasking. In the end, the Italiano was just OK. I make it better at home. See for yourself.
I got 3 sandwiches to try this place for the first time with my Italian mother - mortadella, sausage rapini & Steak Pepperoni. These sandwiches were delicious!!! They were the best I had in a long time. Staff have a great vibe 🥇
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Insanely good, LARGE sandwiches. Don't go if you're not that hungry. Prices extremely reasonable for the amount of food you get. Went most recently after running the Verdun 10k, perfect place after a long workout. Think I've had all three veggie options multiple times, always excellent - really recommend the eggplant parm & the roasted veggies. Not very vegan-friendly without heavy modifications, but they're friendly & open to additions/subtractions, so worth a try if that's your thing. Partner & family have had multiple meat options, always sizable & reportedly delicious. Great little grocery attached for some quality, unique Italian pantry items to-go, too. Also sells prepared salads, sides, & beers. Can be crowded, especially on weekends or sunny days, but the line moves & it's worth the wait.
High quality Italian deli, a must go-to in montreal. Plus they don't have that forced tipping on their card Machine which makes them my favourite place to grab a lunch. They also have good Fresh Italian pasta, treats & burrata at A reasonable price when you want something good to make at home.
Best Italian sandwiches I've had in Montreal, we had the chicken parm, the roasted vegetables, the beef arancini, the olive oil cake (WOW) & most importantly, the cafe di créma 🤤 This place is must try, although keep in mind that seating is limited
This place is unreal! Best Italian sandwich in town also the staff & owners are all so lovely :) love eating here I really enjoy the terrasse in the summer Update 2024: still amazing 😻!!!!!!
Best Chicken cutlet sandwich ever. They don't skimp on the chicken cutlets. Nice portion. They add marinated strips of eggplant which gives it an authentic Italian taste.
