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Dunn's Famous

Downtown
4.5$ & $$
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Dunn's Famous Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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About

Dunn's Famous serves a signature style of Montreal smoked meat that defines a specific culinary tradition. Thick, hand-cut slices of cured brisket are stacked high on rye bread, accompanied by yellow mustard and classic dill pickles. The menu extends beyond deli staples to include juicy, flame-grilled burgers and crispy golden fries. Every plate reflects a commitment to hearty portions and authentic preparation techniques that have persisted for generations. Guests experience a bustling atmosphere defined by simple, functional decor and efficient service focused on delivering iconic comfort foods. The reliance on traditional curing processes ensures a consistent flavor profile across the entire meat-focused selection. This establishment remains a focal point for those seeking a genuine, no-nonsense approach to classic American deli and grill fare served with distinct, recognizable, and bold flavors.

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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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4.51060 ratings
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Reviews for Dunn's Famous

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Review Summary

Dunn's Famous is widely regarded as a staple of Montreal dining, celebrated for its legendary smoked meat sandwiches and extensive menu of comfort foods like poutine and cheesecake. While opinions on the meat's fattiness and the quality of sides vary, many patrons appreciate the generous portions, long operating hours, and the nostalgic, lively atmosphere that defines the restaurant. Although service consistency remains a topic of debate, with some guests praising the friendly and efficient staff while others report lapses in attention, the establishment remains a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking an authentic, no-nonsense culinary experience.
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Hamsandwhich
4.0

Food 4/5 stars. Poutine hit the spot but didn't blwo me away. Service excellent 5/5 stars

Jun 9, 2026
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Nicole
5.0

WOW! Sooooo good! Melted in my mouth! Definitely will be returning here my next trip to Montreal! 10/10

Jun 8, 2026
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Marly
5.0

We had an awesome time at Dunn's!! 10/10 food. We've long anticipated eating a Reuben from montreal & it was incredible! Anthony was also a great server. He expertly handled the rush from the concert we came from. He also recommended we get a jar of pickles instead of 2 for $1.50! A massive 2 litre jar costed $9.95 & will definitely last us until our next trip. We will for sure come back to Dunn's for all our Reuben & pickle needs.

Jun 8, 2026
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Richard
5.0

Wow!! Enough to feed a family of 4. Portions are huge! Everything came out hot. Especially the french onion soup. It was NUCLEAR!! it was still piping hot. Ton of melted cheese. Had the smoked meat fried rice. That huge bowl could feed a family of 4 with leftovers! Wings were good. Quebec poutine was also huge! Our waiter Asam was fantastic & attentive. Well done Dunn's!!

Jun 8, 2026
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Peter
5.0

Heerlijke sandwiches eten in een gezellige sfee

Jun 6, 2026
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Alex
5.0

Walked in at 1:00 am. Service better than at some Michelins. Food is fresh & delicious. French onion soup - you'd want to steal the recepie.

Jun 6, 2026
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Shakira
5.0

Had Montreal smoked meat club sandwich to die for. Greek salad was fresh & the dressing was awesome. Potato crepes were crisp snd tasty. The coffee tasted really good. The server was attentive & friendly & the food came very quickly although the place was quite busy. It's a perfect 10 all around.

Jun 5, 2026
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Brian
5.0

Amazing smoke meat. Obviously. Its Dunns..

Jun 1, 2026
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Cassie
3.0

Our food was delicious. The coleslaw is so good the smoked meat was more than I expected. Moist & delicious.
Unfortunately our service was terrible. From the very first moment, we were all really looking forward to dessert & it was the birthday of someone in our group.
We went with the expectations of having dessert & singing happy birthday & having a great time. After ordering & food landing, we never saw our server again. We ended up waiting so long to ever see our server again & when we did see her she was wearing her coat & walking right by going out for a cigarette. At that point we had already forfeited the dessert idea as we'd been looking for her for at least 15 minutes to order dessert, & we were already all standing with jackets on waiting for our bills. She walked right by for her cigarette break without even acknowledging us. Eventually we asked someone else to help us pay & they also put on their cost & went out to get her. She was visibly annoyed that we had disrupted her break, at that point at least 8 minutes after she left the restaurant.
The food was great. The service was unfortunately really terrible.

Jun 1, 2026
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Gosha
4.0

Je n'ai pas eu la cerise sur mon Sundae! Ce n'est pas grave il était simple & bon, le ratio crème glacée & sirop de chocolat était parfait. Steve avait une énergie incroyable. Ma copine a trouvé le Cheesecake un peu trop sucré, mais le malheur des uns fait le bonheur des autres, moi qui aime généralement pas les gâteaux aux fromage, celui du Dunn's me donne envie de laisser une deuxième chance à la pâtisserie au fromage.

Jun 1, 2026
on Google
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