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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Dunn's Famous is widely regarded as a Montreal landmark for classic smoked meat, with sandwiches that are huge, tender and flavorful, often accompanied by great poutine and crisp fries. The atmosphere blends diner charm with a lively sports bar feel, and the service is typically fast and friendly, making it a reliable late night or post game option. The smoked meat is the star for many, praised for rich flavor and generous portions, though a few notes mention occasional dryness or price concerns and some side dishes needing salt or freshness. Staff are frequently commended for attentiveness and recommendations, while a few experiences cite uneven service or maintenance issues like cold bathrooms. Overall Dunn's Famous delivers comforting, filling meals and a nostalgic Montreal dining experience that many visitors and locals return to for a dependable classic.
This place is awesome & has a casual, home-style taste that I feel some of the more famous places are missing. Sometimes, food can be TOO polished & Dunn's brings it right back down to earth. It's not pretentious or trying to be something it's not, it tastes like it was made by someone who loves you. The meat was great but don't sleep on the fries, holy heck they were top tier. A million bonus points for the quick service. As a visitor who's here for work & only has 30 minutes, I was well fed within that time. Thank you for the delicious food, making solo dining not awkward, & being so close to the office, this is an easy'will be back'!
Mar 4, 2026
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When in Montreal having smoked meat is a check in the box & Dunns makes it an experience. We were quickly seated. Orders taken & food delivery fast! Our server, Jenny, was awesome. Checked on us & made sure we had all the condiments to go with spectacular sandwich & delish fries. Ate every bit of food on the dish. Chatted with a regular patron beside us making it a very friendly atmosphere.
I would have took a photo but I ate it so quick, had the Reuben & fries, unreal & really filling. Super good snack spot I wish I had more time to try the other items.
Steve was my server & he's a beauty. Would recommend!
Went for lunch the other day, specifically to get smoked meat sandwiches. We wanted to see how Dunn's stacks up against some of the other Montreal smoked meat heavyweights.
I got the'medium' fat & it was delicious. The meat was super tender, juicy, & had great flavor. We were at another place recently, starts with an'S' & in my opinion, this sandwich at Dunn's is slightly better.
Service was great, & our food arrived quickly. The fact that you can get a beer here is a big plus, too!
Bathrooms are freezing cold, as is the water from the sink - like ice! Parking is not easy in the area but you might get lucky on the street.
Classic Montreal smoked meat as you'd expect. Tasted good. One of the top smoked meat places in the city. Quick service, our group of 12 were out before 1pm on a weekday.
Small issue with their own black cherry coke. Tasted watered down, despite the high sugar. Keep working that recipe.
I visited Montreal this past weekend & our group ate at Dunn's after our Saturday night game. The food was delicious, quickly served (hot). Our host Steve was amazing. He definitely made sure we were taken care of ...fantastic hospitalty.
I had an absolutely fantastic dining experience at Dunn's Famous, & I can't recommend this place enough! From the moment we sat down, our waiter, Marvin, made the meal truly memorable. His service was nothing short of exceptional-friendly, attentive, & incredibly efficient. Marvin's warm & welcoming demeanor instantly put us at ease, making the entire experience feel personal & special.
Not only was Marvin quick to ensure our orders were taken & delivered promptly, but he also went above & beyond with his spot-on recommendation of the smoked meat sandwich (Reuben)
Let me tell you, it was a game-changer! The sandwich was perfectly prepared, with tender, flavorful smoked meat piled high, served with just the right balance of mustard & pickles. It's clear why Dunn's Famous is renowned for this dish-it was hands-down one of the best I've ever had.
Sep 26, 2025
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Very good smoked meat experience. Roughly comparable to Schwartz's in terms of quality, with a fraction of the crowds. Service was quick & the servers were attentive. The sandwich was spot-on, but the fries were a bit stale.
Delicious smoked meat sandwich. I would go for the large next time over the aptly named'petit.' Still hit the spot. Quick & friendly service, sports bar vibes, can see how this place got'famous!'
Quick & friendly service, perfect if you're just popping out for a quick lunch. Big portions & interesting articles on the wall telling the story of their business.
This was our first stop after a 7hr car ride. We stopped by around 2pm on a Friday & we were seated immediately. Service was good, knowledgeable, quick, efficient. The food was good, but nothing special. Considering their smoked meat was highly suggested, I was expecting it to be out of this world. I had the smoked meat poutine as I tried to kill two birds with one stone, & maybe that was the wrong dish to order. It was just okay. Large portion, but not bursting with flavor. It was also served lukewarm.
I'd come back if I'm ever in the area again, but will definitely try something else.
Easily the best smoked meat I've ever had. Not overly salty but still adequately seasoned & succulent. Don't underestimate the size of the sandwiches as the smoked meat comes in a generous stack! The poutine was okay, but the root beer (racinette) was too sweet for my liking. Excellent service & food arrived very quickly.
Service was excellent, food was served quickly & was hot. My only complaint was the bathroom. Let's just say it needs attention (& the ability to lock the stall door).
