Myer Dunn founded Dunn's Famous Restaurant in 1927. Due to my grandfather's unique recipes and high quality standards, Dunn's Famous quickly became a local institution for Montrealers and visitors alike. In keeping with the Dunn's Famous tradition, I invite you to visit one of our locations and experience what montrealer's have been raving about for years. Bon Appétit!
Looking for an easy way to feed a crowd? Dunn's Famous catering is a great choice for a corporate luncheon, a family gathering or a meeting. Our platters feature our famous smoked meat sandwiches, burgers, fresh salads and enough choice to please any group. Having Dunn's cater your event is easy and satisfying. All you need to do once you've ordered is enjoy! For catering, please call 514-395-1927
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Reviews describe Dunn's Famous as a classic Montreal smoke meat diner with generous portions and a strong focus on smoked meat dishes, especially the iconic smoked meat sandwich and meat platters, served with fries, coleslaw and pickles; the meat is often praised as tender, moist and peppery with a balanced salt level, though some visits note leaner or thicker slices and occasional portion or price concerns. The atmosphere is lively and diner like, open late with bright lighting, and the staff are described as friendly and attentive in many cases, while a few experiences mention slow service, long waits during peak hours, or takeout mixups. Poutines and other Montreal staples appear on many tables, with mixed feedback on meat content and gravy, and desserts such as carrot cake and cheesecake are highlighted as pluses. The menu also features burgers, salads, veggie wraps, latkes, matzo ball soup and more, attracting a broad crowd. Overall Dunn's Famous is seen as a reliable, nostalgic spot for smoked meat lovers with standout flavor and solid service, though price, portion consistency and occasional service gaps can affect some visits.
Cassandra is an amazing waitress. She is kind, gives excellent service & makes the dining experience worth it. Dunns is open until 2am with flexible hours & the service is great. Cassandra remembered the same meal I ordered the previous time I went there & she is very fast & clears everything & makes sure everything is okay. She is genuine & helps to give Dunns a great reputation. I am taking time out of my work day tomorrow to call the manager to tell him/her about her excellent service. Bon Appétit!
I do love traditional deli food. The smoked meat was delicious & serving sizes were generous . I wish I had room for a slice a cheesecake (which they are known for) but alas my belly was full. Highly recommended.
Mar 21, 2026
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I wrote a long detailed review then decided it should be short & curt to make sure people read it. Total rip off...AGAIN! the smoke meat in the Reuben was not steamed enough making it rubbery & chewy. I had to ask for the dressing. The waitress offered wonderful customer service where I declined her graciously offer to bring another as it would have taken too long & it would have been the same. My mistake because when I got home I had a Swiss cheese sandwich (note how the cheese is not melted, no saukraut, & NO SMOKE MEAT)! The pictures tell the story. The French fries were also a great disappointment. Usually a great part of the meal that turned out to be fries that were lukewarm & reminded us of 3pm end of a buffet fries. Do better...so sad. PLEASE NOTE: I asked for the meat to be on the fat side...
On a fait appel à leur service de traiteur pour un événement corporatif. C'était génial! Excellent smoked meat. Le classique sandwich accompagné de cornichons & de salade de choux. Sans parler de leur gâteau aux carottes & aux fromage avec caramel... décadent & RICHE!
Wife & I both had the smoked meat combo, & was really good. The meat wasn't salty, & was the right temperature. The smoked meat egg rolls are addictive!
The server was pleasant & served us well.
Feb 9 2025
Served up a medium fat Super Jumbo Smoked Meat Sandwich, with Fries, coleslaw & a dill. Washed down with a pint of Heineken.
Served by the smiling & friendly Kassandra.
My wife had The Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with a Sangria
Had to be cut by a master cutter as it was juicy & tender, almost shaved slices.
For dessert a lovely slice of their Carrot Cake.
Ubered a hamburger steak with strawberry shortcake. The hamburger steak was the best I have had, with excellent mashed potatoes & a delivious onion & mushroom sauce. It was 50% more expensive than others, but almost double the size, so I will make two meals out of it. The strawberry shortcake was pleasant but not great.
J'ai plus aimé la sandwish que aux Reuben & aux Schwartz en grande partie parce que chez Dunn ils demandent si ont veux la viande maigre ou moyennement gras ou gras & bien sûr j'ai pris le plus gras des trois.
Brightly lit, with bright orange bankettes, my dining companion & I had an excellent culinary experience about 9pm.
Between a hamburger & a Rib steak, plate with entrees etc. we were well satisfied.
My baked potato was a bit burned on the bottom, so the sympathetic waiter gave me a complimentary dessert- MOST appreciated. A nice touch.
