Le Roi Du Smoked Meat is described across reviews as a classic Montreal deli with legendary smoked meat, generous portions and a warm retro diner vibe with red booths; the meat is repeatedly praised for flavor and tenderness, sides like pickles and fries are dependable, and service is often friendly and efficient, creating a nostalgic comfort that keeps guests coming back, though some comments mention high prices for what is offered, occasional long waits or a space that can feel chilly, and a few notes about menu changes or inconsistent dessert and poutine options.
This is classic old school deli, awesome yesteryear atmosphere with mostly older staff that have been there since the black & white TV. Great smoked meat & other deli specialties, a must visit when you are on St. Hubert Street. Oh, & the best part, the patriarch's name is Leonidas from Sparta!! All Heil to the King of smoked meat. 👑
May 13, 2025
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Hello everyone, The restaurant is very cozy & the staff members are very genuine, & the meat literally melts in the mouth. I'm looking forward to come back.
I ordered through Skip!👌🏻Absolutely amazing smoked meat sandwich! Super flavorful, juicy, & perfectly seasoned. You can tell they know what they're doing. ⭐?
Had a great experience. Had all the hallmarks of a cosy diner. Classic red booths ✅ Friendly & kind waitress who has been here for almost 2 decades ✅ nice fresh classic food ✅ encouragement to linger & talk even once you're done eating & paid ✅.we ordered the classic smoked meat sandwich, the bacon egg & cheese, & the cheesecake. Everything was delicious! This place is dey recommended.
Le Roi du Smoked Meat on a friend's recommendation, & overall, it was a mixed experience. The location is great - right on a busy corner & close to the metro, making it super convenient to get to. The diner-style interior is clean, well-lit, & welcoming, with friendly & attentive staff who made us feel comfortable right away.
I ordered the smoked meat platter, & the meat itself was excellent. The texture was spot on, the seasoning was well-balanced, & the flavor was exactly what you'd hope for in a Montreal smoked meat experience. However, the portion & pricing left a lot to be desired.
The platter included about the same amount of meat as a large sandwich, a modest serving of fries (maybe one potato's worth), a small portion of shredded green cabbage as coleslaw, a single slice of pickle (not a whole one), & a few slices of bread. While everything tasted great, it didn't feel like a $30 meal after tax & tip.
Unfortunately, this seems to be a common issue with smoked meat spots in Montreal - delicious food but pricing that feels out of sync with what you actually get. If you're craving top-quality smoked meat & don't mind the splurge, this place delivers on flavor. But if value for money is a priority, you might walk away feeling a bit shortchanged.
Ce n'est plus comme c'était il y a plusieurs années. Ça fait deux fois que je demande un spaghetti du Roi avec beaucoup de sauce & je me ramasse avec une assiette de spaghetti blanc assez pour nourrir une famille. & la dernière fois que j'ai pris un sandwich médium, un coup que j'ai enlevé les tranches de gras, il en restait la moitié. Trois fois déçue, c'est sûr que j'irai ailleurs, je pars de Montréal-Nord pour aller là, ce n'ai pourtant pas les'déli' qui manquent à Montréal. Sans parlé du gâteau au fromage qui est loin d'être co.me sur la photo du menu.
