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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Across many reviews, Dunn's Famous is described as a Montreal classic known for its smoked meat sandwiches and generous portions, with fast service and a lively, historical vibe. Guests praise the tender, smoky meat, crispy fries, and supportive atmosphere, with standout items like poutine and cheesecake mentioned; the staff is often highlighted for quick, friendly service, though a few notes point to occasional crowds, long lines, and busy times, and some criticisms include inconsistent fries, leaner meat options, and older bathrooms in need of renovation. The late hours and family friendly ambiance are also noted, making it a reliable stop for locals and visitors seeking a comforting, nostalgic Montreal dining experience.
Tasty smoked meat! The smoked meat sandwiches are HUGE. Perfect for sharing. Stacked with meat & Swiss & sauerkraut. Very yummy! The poutine was very good. I added smoked meat & wish I had gone with the original. Gravy has good flavor. Cheese curds were good.
Interior has a dinner/bar vibe. Red vinyl seats, checker pattern. Service was excellent & friendly. Local beers on the menu. Central location.
The homemade cheesecake was tasty & also great for sharing.
Loved the pickle plate. Nice cut to richness of everything else.
Smoked meat sandwich was amazing. Fries were meh - too soggy for my liking, but that's not what I was there for anyway.
The only negative was a guy working there named Tony. I was at the bar & he came up & started making inappropriate comments to a female coworker, who clearly was not appreciating it & asked him to stop multiple times. Made it really uncomfortable.
My husband & I enjoyed a delicious smoked meat sandwich with a poutine, & we highly recommend it! Our daughter enjoyed a Caesar salad with grilled chicken & I was surprised to notice it even had capers, very well done!!!
They serve Pepsi products, but some people like that option.
This place is a gem. Best Montreal smoked meat sandwich ever. Poutin is good too. Highly recommend stopping by. Been in business since 1927 I stop here everytime im in town.
I always have a good experience at Dunn's Famous & this visit was no different. I got a salad & it was actually so delicious. What really stood out though was our server - I unfortunately forget his name, but he was working overnight & had tattoos.
I told him I have a gluten intolerance & he was super reassuring & made me feel really comfortable ordering. He went above & beyond for our table, gave great recommendations for the smoked meat sandwiches, & handled everything so well even while dealing with some difficult customers. Amazing service honestly. He definitely deserves recognition. Will 100% be back.
A delicious smoked meat sandwich as always. Service was prompt & friendly. The only negative observation would be that the washroom is in need of a reno/makeover. Highly recommended for lunch.
Mar 28, 2026
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Ward so much for so long about it. It's really worth it. Portion are huge & so good. Had my first Reuben sandwich & latshka ( not sure how to spell it). Reuben sandwich was awesome.
Dunn's Famous is known for smoked meat sandwiches. On rue Metcalfe just off rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, this restaurant is open late & offers relatively large portions. Good for takeout. This is ideal for people who come to Montréal for partying, but ordinary people can still enjoy high quality food. C'est delicieux!
J'ai trouvé ça petit beaucoup de frite très petit salade & UN DEMI pickles & un minuscule sandwich il ont prie les tranche de pain de seigle du bout & super gras sa goutte rien & tu sens le gras qui descente wouach très très déçu 😞 ses beaucoup mieux chez schwartz
Needed to grab a late night dinner after catching the Habs game & was happy to see Dunn's is open super late. I got the Super Combo Smoked Meat for takeout & it was a massive portion size for only about $30 after tax.
The food tasted great. I'd say this was probably my second favourite smoked meat meal during my stay in Montreal. The meat was a little too lean for my liking, would have probably preferred it to be a little bit more fatty (kind of felt more like a pastrami sandwich). But the portion size was huge, flavours were great, & value for money pretty good. The coleslaw in particular was delicious. Will definitely come back the next time I'm in Montreal!
Belle découverte pour un smoked meat dans un décor vraiment soigné. L'esthétique du lieu est top : les assiettes, les tables & les images d'archives sur les murs donnent beaucoup de charme à l'endroit.
La portion à 27 $ est très généreuse. La viande est bien rosée, bien poivrée & coupée en belles tranches. Par contre, je l'ai trouvée un peu plus sèche que celle de Schwartz's, que je préfère personnellement.
La salade de chou est bonne, mais assez sucrée. Les cornichons sont bien croustillants, ce qui accompagne très bien le sandwich. Petit bémol : le pain était peu attrayant. Sec & non intéressant à manger. Mes amis ont aussi trouvé que ça manquait de moutarde.
Dans l'ensemble, c'est une belle expérience avec une présentation très soignée & des portions satisfaisantes.
Donc, jusqu'à présent le classement est le suivant:
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 cannot begin to tell you how good my sandwich, coleslaw, & cheesecake were. I had Dunn's for the first time only 5 days ago. & I have thought about it all of those 5 days since. For a number of reasons, I wish I lived in the area; Dunn's is one of them. It's pricey, but the taste alone makes it worth it. My only complaint (if you can call it that) is the fries were nothing special.
Definitely a must visit for some local food & the history of the place.
Had the famous smoked meat sandwich & Italian poutine. Smoked meat was juicy & soft, good light spicing, served with a tangy pickle & super tangy coleslaw which I think cut through the meatiness really nicely.
Couldn't not try their famous strawberry cheesecake made on site, a nice tangy cheesecake with great creamy & fluffy texture, strawberry adds a nice fruitiness to it, however it was lacking much of a base… if it had more of one I would've rated it outstanding!
