Renzo Sandwich is a sandwich shop located in the heart of the Mile End, at the corner of Fairmount and Saint-Laurent. We serve hearty, gourmet sandwiches made with artisanal Italian ciabatta bread — from the Classic Sub to the Turkey Club, the Mortadella-Artichoke, the Renzo Chicken, the Corned Beef, the Cubano… and many other delicious creations.
Across numerous reviews, Renzo Sandwich is described as a standout Montreal spot for big, hearty subs made with fresh bread and generous fillings. Lovers of the place praise the bold flavors and solid balance in classics like the Philly cheesesteak, mortadella artichoke, roast beef Italian, cubano, the Renzo chicken, and the turkey club, though some sandwiches vary in quality and notes about too much sauce or underseasoned meat appear. The bread is repeatedly highlighted as crusty and soft, a big factor in the overall positive impression, and portions are noted as substantial, sometimes massive. The vibe is warm and retro, and service is often fast and friendly, with takeout a strong option for busy days, though peak times can mean waits or crowded seating. Value is seen as fair to high given portion size and ingredients, with many calling it the best sandwich spot in Montreal, while a few feel certain items miss the mark and the atmosphere cannot fully compensate. Desserts such as tiramisu and key lime pie receive praise and add to the overall experience. Taken together, the reviews present Renzo as a must-try destination that excites aficionados, while acknowledging occasional inconsistency and practical downsides like seating limits and service during rushes.
Decent sandwhich, not great. Fresh ingredients & good balance. However the flavour is lacking, the lettuce should have dressing on it. The bread definitely needs improvement, its too crusty & dry. The vibe & decor inside is nice. If they fix the bread & add seasoning & dressing to the veggies, it has potential to be a top sandwhich spot in montreal, but for now, Bossa is still king.
J'etais de passage avec des amis à Montréal & nous cherchions un resto que nous n'avions jamais essayé. Renzo est apparu dans nos choix & était à proximité d'où on se trouvait. Excellent sandwich!!! De bons ingrédients frais, pain de belle qualité & le prix relativement abordable pour la quantité. Super découverte!!
Difficile de réinventer … une sandwich.
Mais visiblement, le défi a été relevé par Renzo Sandwich.
Nous avons tout simplement adoré le sandwich au steak Philly, comme on dit au Québec c'était « sur la coche » !!
Une quantité très généreuse de steak avec une sauce succulente. Bonne à s'en lécher les doigts. J'ose dire qu'il s'agit du meilleur sandwich steak Philly que j'ai pu goûter dans ma vie.
J'étais tenté par chacun des éléments qu'il y avait sur le menu , tous les combinaisons d'ingrédients pour chacune des sandwiches me semblait bien calculer pour donner une expérience différente à chaque visite.
Le service est rapide & très efficace, tous les employés étaient souriant, & semblaient même s'amuser derrière le comptoir, ce qui crée une belle atmosphère général pour la salle à manger.
Je vous remercie pour ce délicieux repas, & je vais certainement revenir goûter à chacun des sandwiches lors de mes pauses dîner !
After watching an influencer's review, I decided to pay this establishment a visit. I ordered a no.2 (Philly Cheesesteak), a no.4 (Cubano), & a no.6 (Roast Beek Italian).
Staff is in-tune with one another like a well-oiled machine. They are respectful. They all make efforts to keep their work area clean. Bravo!
As stated on the menu, the Philly Cheesesteak is VERY messy. Delicious. Nowhere as good as the real Philly deal, mind you, but worthy.
The Cubano was meh. The mixture of ingredients didn't sit well with my tastebuds. It wasn't bad, no, but if I ever visit this place again, I won't be ordering it again.
The Roast Beef Italian was the best of all three sandwiches. The horseradish mayo wasn't my favorite, but at least I tried it & will know for next time.
Prices are reasonable as their sandwiches are LOADED with ingredients. Parking can be a real PITA so prepare yourself mentally before visiting this place.
Are the sandwiches on the pricier side? Yeah, of course. But they're absolutely worth it. It's a good treat every now & then. They're absolutely packed with good quality ingredients.
The staff here are super friendly. I highly recommend trying this place out.
9/10 sandwiches. Not a perfect rating because we've come a few times & they ran out of bread. Can even be used as a blunt weapon.
Jan 4, 2026
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Sandwicherie de quartier avec des ingrédients de qualité' évidemment que c'est mieux que les grosses chaînes. J'ai surtout aimé le pain qui est croustillant & moelleux en même temps. J'y retournerai pour essayer d'autres sandwiches.
Great selection of sandwiches that are jam-packed with ingredients, making them totally worth the price. We had the Chicken Renzo & the Vegetarian Sub: both delicious. The restaurant has a charming vintage aesthetic. Counter service only.
This place kind of reminded me of BOSSA in Verdun. Different vibe & sandwich options though. I ordered the Turkey Club & it was gooooood. The sandwich was hefty, filled with delicious fresh ingredients. & the bread was really nice too! Crunchy crust with a nice soft body. As Arnie said,'I'll be back!'
On the plus side, they have at least two vegetarian options. However, be ready to like olives if you take the végé sub! It's so powerfu l that in a sandwich with at least ten other ingredients, it's impossible to pick any other. & if you get a lucky bite, it's honestly pretty tasteless, which is surprising with those peppers & onions.
On the plus side, service is nice & quick & the ingredients seemed all quite fresh. But if you don't eat meat there are better Italian options in the city for cheaper.
Nov 27, 2025
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In a city with fierce competition in the sandwich game, Renzo is making some noise.
Stopped in with a group recently & had the #1, classic ingredients, nothing crazy. But once I took a bite, I realized…yea I was wrong. It was cray cray. Excellent mash of flavours, not too messy, just messy enough.
Definitely do not think of getting 1 sandwich for yourself unless you don't plan on eating anything else that day, because these things are huge. Easily 2 pounds.
Cool diner vibe, & very pleasant service, & quick!
Nous avons pris un sandwich à la mortadelle avec artichauts & un à la dinde. Les deux étaient excellents! La viande est fraîche, les ingrédients sont savoureux & que dire de la sauce! Ambiance chaleureuse, mais les places sont quand même assez restreintes. Nous allons y retourner assurément!
New sandwich place in the neighborhood! It seems to be a trend lately but I'm not complaining, I love a good sandwich. This place has a cool retro, hipster vibe. Not much seating (only 4 booths of 2 & a counter top for 6 people), but there is lots of places to eat outside. I got the chicken Cesar & the ingredients were very fresh, the chicken juicy, & the bread airy & not too tough. I wish the chicken had a bit more seasoning or that they added a bit more sauce. Overall the sandwich's was really good but missing a bit of kick. My boyfriend got the chicken buffalo & it was very tangy! I loved the mix of flavours of the buffalo sauce with the chicken & the pickles. The sauce was a bit too sour for me but I had a couple of bites & it was good!
I would definitely come back since it's so close to Kem Coba & it's the perfect meal + dessert combo!
We visited Renzo's as part of our Montreal Sandwich Challenge & it was the perfect way to kick things off! 🥪 The sandwich was absolutely delicious - packed with flavor & super fresh ingredients. We loved the Italian-inspired touches like mortadella with a unique Montreal twist.
Eli ordered the Philly Cheesesteak & I got the Cubano. We loved the fresh ingredients, the crunchiness, bread, sandwich size, staff was very welcoming & helpful to make our choice.
Even though it's a small spot, it's clean & welcoming, with a cool retro vibe that makes it stand out. If you visit during the summer, you can even take your sandwich to one of the nearby parks & enjoy it outdoors - which we totally recommend!
Definitely worth the lineup. We'll be back to try more from the menu! Still in doubt, check out our vlog about this place.
