Schwartz's Deli
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Schwartz's Deli
10 am - 11 pm
| 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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Alan
Schwartz' Deli is an iconic Montreal restaurant that is known for its smoked meat. Expect to wait in a line which, in our case, moved quote quickly. All of this is for good reason! The smoked meat is the best I've ever had (& I've had smoked meat in NYC, Atlanta, Nashville, Austin & throughout Florida, too name a few places). People share a table seating 6. I ordered a side of cole slaw ( which is solely vinegar based & very tasty!) The star, the smoked meat, is tender, flavorful & ample in sandwich serving size, if you don't opt for a small plate or a large plate. Be advised that the Cherry Cola is "Cott," not Coca Cola. It is a our now tasty than Cherry Coke. You MUST eat smoked meat at Schwartz' Deli if you are in Montreal & want quality smoked meat!! I will return when next I visit!View more
Ty
Service can be described using only one word. Amazing!! Our waiter was very, very kind & friendly. He tried to get to know us & even was okay being in a picture with us! Moving onto the food, our smoked meat sandwiches were a must have! The bread was very soft & fluffy, while the meat was not dry & perfectly cooked! The smoked meat poutine, as well was also phenomenal! It was above average poutine with Schwartz's above average meat! However, like all other restaurants, Schwartz has its downsides. Some of the forks & cups looked dirty & unwell washed & scrubbed. However, the dirty forks & cups do not, at all make a dent in my 5 star review for this restaurant.View more
Heather
Time capsule of an amazing place. Memories from my childhood are exactly the same. The most perfect smoked meat sandwich ever, paired with a pickle that you cut like a steak & a Cott's black cherry pop! Share a table with everyone in the place & it's always busy. Waiting in line is worth it. The servers seemed nicer than I remember this time... Although the rough edges add to the charm.View more
Jared
Must try in Montreal. Famous Smoked meat sandwichView more
Raya
The smoked meat sandwich was fantastic, with meat that melts in your mouth-highly recommend! However, the Schwartz poutine was disappointing. Despite the delicious gravy, it had very little smoked meat, & the fries were burnt & stale. I wouldn't recommend it. The sitting area is so limited that there were about 30 people outside under the scorching sun waiting to be seated, while there's not much merit in sitting in the dining area anyway. The takeout side on the other hand, was well-managed & the line was almost non existent. I would recommend choosing takeout instead.View more
Mark
Classic Montréal deli with excellent smoked meat. It has the kind of atmosphere that other places try to simulate. Plan on an early lunch or late breakfast to avoid long lines. The classic order is the smoked meat sandwich with a cherry cola. Popular sides include sour kosher pickles & Cole slaw. It's one of those classic meals you have to have a least once.View more
Dylan
Go in there, get a smoked meat sandwich, thank all of the life choices that have led you there & eat up!! This is second only to a few locations in the famous lower east side in NYC, & even then gives it a run for its money. Couldn't recommend this spot enough!!View more
Reda
Une légende est tombée... ça fait du mal à dire mais le meilleur smoked meat de Montréal n'est plus. 50% de la viande n'est devenu que du gras, les frites mal cuites, bref... si je venais à parler du service je n'en finirai plus. Cela m'attriste de le dire mais ce n'est plus ce que c'était.View more
Pierre
La renommée de ce restaurant est surfaite... Pour l ambiance....oui! Service sans aucun sourire On nous donne un verre d eau...tiède 😱 14,80$ pour un sandwich smoked meat sans aucun accompagnement.... 4.80$ pour une portion de frites médiocre... Ça a déjà bien mieux auparavant...View more
Benjamin
I really hate to say this...but I think it was just "ok". I know it's a Montreal staple & I don't want to hate on it. I got the smoked meat sandwich & poutine. Poutine is just not my thing, but the sandwich seemed dry & tasteless. What I'd change is getting the meat on a roll & putting more mustard on it...but I don't think it should need mustard. I loved that there was a line out the door & that it clearly has been around longer than I've been alive. Much love, but maybe it's just not for me.View more
Michael
Delicious smoked meat sandwich at Schwartz's @schwartzsdeliofficial #smokedmeat #schwartzsdeli #poutineView more
Levi
First time here & we went to fall in line, luckily a guy said there was available seats at the bar area for two, & we were seated immediately. I gotta say, their smoked meat sandwich is very good! Fries was crispy & just got out of the fryer. Service wise, the guy in front of the counter was kind & welcoming. In terms of seating it is hard for a family or a large group of people to dine in. For two people, usually just go for the bar area.View more
Arash
Love this place, really nice service, & amazing food, the best thing to try is the smoked meat!View more
Bào
Don't care what people say, this is still the best smoked meat in Mtl.View more
Thom
They are serving possibly the best smoked meat in the world! Highly recommend!View more
Sean
Just like I remember it when I used to go with my father almost 30 years ago. Best place for smoked meat anywhere.View more
Gabriel
A must visit to try the popular Montreal smoked meat but it is not as great as it used to be. Would definitely get the poutine.View more
Éric
C'est sûrement le meilleur sandwich au smoked meat sur la planète! Un classique qui ne change pas, à part le prix!View more
Rainie
Second time to try smoked meat in Montreal, maybe a bit over expectations cuz the first time was a surprise. The bread was dry & meat was a bit saltyView more
Kurt
This is a no-frills, fast service, shared table smoked meat shop. If you want an amazing Montreal smoked beef sandwich & have a fun conversation with those around you this is your spot. Keep an eye on the hours though, while this is a great place for an after drinks snack, they close a bit earlier than other late night choices.View more
Kim
Fabulous iconic smoked meat & coleslaw at this Montreal #mustvisit landmark.View more
Scott
If you like this sort of thing, you will find this to be the sort of thing you like. Seating is tight & shared. Better for people who don't travel in packs. Best smoked meat anywhere. Enjoy.View more
Sarah
A local told me Montreal has the best bagels & smoked meats in the world - now as a snobbish New Yorker, I raised an eyebrow. I have to try this classic deli serving smoked meats in order to corroborate. Even in the ungodly heat of this Monday afternoon the line was long - pro tip: go through the takeout counter & save you some time, they have some seating in the back. I tried the poutine Schwartz style - a classic poutine with a heaping serving of smoked meat. The meat was tender, smoky & not salty at all, but still flavorful. You can get your smoked meat fix here for sure, if you're a NYer craving a pastrami sandwich. It won't disappoint. Now, is it better than the delis back home? I plead the 5th.View more
Eswina
Schwartz's is an experience, you line up to get in & often end up sharing a table as most of the tables seat 6 except for the counter. It's not a place to linger, you go in & get smoked meat the way they've been doing it for about 96 years & the only question you'll get asked about the sandwich is whether you want full fat or medium. Still it is for me, one of the best smoked meat sandwiches you can get, served on rye bread with mustard.View more
Christina
Classic place in Montreal ! U have to go here if visiting. Sometimes there's a wait but usually doesn't take long. It's an old style diner vibe & very fast paced super fun ! Food is amazing!! Try the smoked meat poutine or smoked meat sandwich with a pickle & an old coke.View more
Henry
Brandon made the experience great because of his friendly personality & superb customer service! The food was quick to get served. Personally, I found the smoked meat sandwich a little lacking in flavor.View more