Schwartz's Deli
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Schwartz's Deli
Opens Today at 10 am
| Monday | 10 am - 11 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am - 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am - 11 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am - 11 pm |
| Friday | 10 am - Midnight |
| Saturday | 10 am - Midnight |
| Sunday | 10 am - 11 pm |
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World famous Schwartz's, serving the best smoked meat from the original recipe of spices since 1928. Imagine walking through the door and taking a step back 75 years into "Main Street" history in Montreal. A "true" Montreal landmark that has welcomed celebrities and visitors from all over the world.
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Colten
This place screams nostalgia. The Montreal smoked meat was fantastic. We got the large plate & it had a great variety of lean & fatty.
My only critique is that the $3 sharing fee should not apply to the large plate as it's too much food for 1 person.View more
Nichole
I was going to just grab a sandwich to go instead of dining in in the OG diner, but I'm so glad that I waited! I made a new friend at the counter & had a wonderful conversation with them. The service was also amazing & I loved the staff's banter!
The smoked meat sandwich is obviously amazing - considering the big pile of smoked meat sandwiched between the rye, the saltiness of the smoked meat was beautifully adjusted & wasn't overpowering the umami of the meat itself. Would come again in August if I had the time!!View more
MeAmJjguo
Honestly, the place is pretty overrated. $15 for a smoked meat sandwich is kind of overpriced since the quality doesn't really seem exceptional. The service is just okay, nobody smiles or says hi. Overall just an okay placeView more
Da
Very popular place for Montreal smoked meat sandwiches! Very small, old deli with big history. Delicious food!
Service is very friendly!View more
Behzad
Quality of the smoked meat sandwich has certainly fallen from what I remember. They only seems to give the lean & dry pieces for the sandwich. It's not juicy at all but chewy & lacks flavor. The bread is also very basic. Yes its still an iconic place but don't get the sandwich...the plates are better because you can choose to get juicier better quality pieces.View more
Brandy
Lovely food, great flavor you can choose the smoked meat to be lean which tends to be dry, medium fat or full fat. The flavor of the full fat sandwich is juicy. Very flavorful. The atmosphere is buzzing, you can sit at the bar or the tables which seat 6 at a time. There are about 10 tables. The place was packed & the service was speedy.View more
Pouya
Excellent choice.
Tried plate of smoked meat & it was wonderful.View more
Myriam-Zitoun-5375
1 Review
The worst smoked meat sandwich I've ever had in Montreal. Dry, crumbly overly salty meat, soggy pickle, weird cole slaw, greasy fries . Just horrible. Three servings cost over $80. Not what it used to be. Go to the Platesu.
Dan
Smoked meat sandwich was tasty & good. A bit expensive for a small sandwich. $17.25 CAD including taxes.View more
Liezl
Food is okay. Meat was not as tender as everyone was saying. Flavour of the meat yes it was delicious, just the right amount of spices. Portion was a good amount. Try the pickels, they good. Server was busy & got our order wrong. First impression wasn't that good. Had a smoked meat sandwich somewhere else(SMP) the next day & the meat was perfectly tender there. Small dining area at Schwartzs im sure its crazy busy. Restrooms are tiny & dirty.View more
Will
Smoked meat is the best. Not as salty as a pastrami & you can choose lean or fatty. They serve typical deli fare but of the highest quality. Def worth a quick trip to Montreal if you need a fixView more
Annica
BEST SANDWICHES!!!!! These guys have one of the best smoked meat sandwiches I've ever had, definitely worth the trip to go down to Montréal. This place is a deli, & is decorated as such, the tables & seating make the experience very intimate with other people. The sandwiches are worth the money that you spend on it, you get a thick sandwich that's heated up & fills you up.
The server who took my order did speak both English & French, which is great if you speak either language & want to travel here. I did take an Uber to this location, I can't guarantee what the parking situation is like in this area.
This deli also has a separate room that has their products on display that you can purchase to bring home with you! I did end up purchasing a slab of their smoked beef, there are instructions on the package that I can heat up later.
If you're ever in the Montreal area, this needs to be on your bucket list of places to go & eat at! Worth your time to come & check out. Worth your money, too. Highly recommend!View more
Ruhan
I've procrastinated on trying this famous, touristy restaurant for a few years now so I decided to finally cross it off this winter while the lines aren't as bad, because they get crazy in the summer when the city has more visitors & it isn't painful to be outside. I came solo to minimize my wait as much as possible & slid almost immediately into the bar which was pleasing.
Since majority of the people come here for the smoked meat, they are continuously preparing the meat so that they are served lightning fast. Service was not bad at all either. The atmosphere is old-school, feels like this place has probably looked like this for decades & deliberately to preserve the vibe. I'm not a conoisseur of smoked meat sandwiches, I'll usually order something else on other menus so I don't have a whole lot to compare this to. If this was a food I ate more often, I'd probably try to contest the mainstream claim that this is the best smoked meat sandwich in the city. But as it is honestly the best one I've eaten so far, I have to agree with the popular statement.View more
Tansy
Incredible service. Available in English & French.
Don't be afraid of the crowd - the food is quick & so the table turnover is fast!
Some tables sharable, wouldn't come with a party of larger than 4 or 6 but easier to be seated with fewer. Sometimes you'll share tables (we were 4 & shared with 2 strangers at a table for 6).
Love a classic #4 smoked meat sandwich. You can get different cuts (lean, medium, fatty)
Looking forward to their 100th anniversary in a few years.
A great stop to visit whenever I'm in town. Returning customer for sureView more
Cat
I've been looking forward to visiting Schwartz for sometime now. Unfortunately, my husband sandwich was better than mine. Sadly, mine was dry. Flavour was good, but yeah, it was a little dry. This is gonna sound blasphemous, but Costco Schwartz was better / juicier than the restaurant's . I might have to visit it again To see if it'll be better, but ngl.. I was a little bit disappointed. Still, it was an experience. People lining up, sitting next to people you don't know, & eating the famous smoked meat sandwich.View more
Sean
Là place pour le goût authentique de Smoked meat !! Une institution montréalaise qui se démarque par ses délicieux classiques (Smoked meat sandwich & pickle pour moi)View more
Annie
Schwartz's Deli is a true Montreal institution & an essential stop for anyone visiting the city. Nestled in the heart of the Plateau, the deli is surrounded by eclectic shops & fashionable boutiques, making it a vibrant part of the neighborhood. Its laid-back, communal vibe has long been a favorite for both locals & visitors, no matter the season, offering a one-of-a-kind experience every time.
The smoked meat sandwich, paired with a pickle & a black cherry soda, is an absolute must-try-it's easily one of the best in town. During our visit, we were lucky to have an excellent server, she was extremely attentive & friendly. Though the place was bustling, there's a welcoming atmosphere where you can easily share a table & strike up conversations with fellow diners.View more
Gazal
I recently ordered the famous smoked meat sandwich from Schwartz's Deli through UberEats, & I can now understand why there's always a massive line in front of their store! As new residents of the neighborhood, we've passed by countless times & were always curious, but after finally trying it, I can say it was absolutely worth the wait! The smoked meat was tender, flavorful, & perfectly seasoned, with just the right amount of spice. The bread was fresh & held everything together beautifully. Every bite was a delicious experience. It's definitely become a new favorite, & I'll be ordering again soon! Highly recommend it to anyone nearby or visiting. You won't be disappointed!View more
Rémy
Fameux smoked meat
Une experience qui vous renvoie un peu dans le passé 😉
Dommage qu'il n'y ai pas une bière à boire avec les platsView more
Tim
This place holds up to its reputation. Simple, delicious, Montreal Smoked meat. We even had the pleasure of hearing a'person' shout something about animal rights as it walked by. Followed by the line up outside response of laughter.
I'll be backView more
Lee
Rarely does something so well known actually live up to expectations. Let me emphatically tell you; the Montreal smoked meat sandwich lives up to & blows away any expectation you could possible have. Absolute must stop!View more
Michael
One of the highlights of our trip to Montreal. Loved the vibe. The smoked meat sandwich was excellent & the server was friendly & efficient.View more
Nish
Smoked meat was nothing special compared to many other smoked meat places, but the vibes & service were immaculate. This place incapsulates Montreal like very few do.View more
Andrea
Un incontournable à Montréal ! Nous avons opté pour leur fameuse viande tranchée traditionnelle, & elle était tout simplement exceptionnelle, tendre & pleine de saveurs. Le pain de seigle qui l'accompagne & la moutarde ajoutent la touche parfaite à chaque bouchée. Le service était rapide malgré l'affluence, & l'équipe était souriante & efficace. Une expérience authentique & délicieuse dans ce lieu emblématique. À ne pas manquer pour les amateurs de smoked meat !View more
Nathan
Love this place. It's like stepping into a time capsule. The smoked meat is amazing with just the right amount of flavour.View more
Veronika
Smoked meat sandwiches were yummy. Its for sure will be great for you to get those after the walk at winteView more