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.
Schwartz's Deli is widely celebrated as a Montreal institution, famous for its world famous smoked meat, a bustling old school deli atmosphere, and generous sandwiches that many say melt in the mouth; despite long lines, service is generally fast and efficient and the line often moves quickly, with takeout next door for those pressed for time. Reviewers praise the tenderness and bold seasoning of the meat, the classic rye bread, and the accompanying pickles, fries, and poutine, while some note variability in meat greasiness or portions and occasionally uneven service; overall, it remains a must visit for meat lovers and a memorable slice of Montreal history, though a few say the price and crowds can be a drawback.
A classic!! The line goes quickly because the servers are very attentive & food is quick. It's definitely worth the wait, the smoked meat is delicious.
Sep 4, 2025
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As good if not better than a NYC deli. There is a wait to get in but be patient its goes fast & you will be rewarded with one of the best smoked meat sandwiches 🥪 you'll ever have. & was it down with a cherry 🍒 cola. You can thank me later.
Montreal smoked meat was divine. Fries were pretty underseasoned & a bit overcooked but the sandwich made up for it. Pickle was meh. The line moves fast but it is an endeavor...
The vibe was super unique, & the food was awesome. We got poutine with smoked meat as well as a smoked meat sandwich, & both were great.
Staff were friendly & we were served really quick.
Le mot qui me vient à l'esprit c'est'overrated'. Oui le smoked meat est bon, mais une file d'attente de 20 minutes, pour ensuite être empilé à une table à 6 assis avec des étrangers (si vous êtes 2 ou 4 ou x, ils vont trouver d'autres gens pour remplir la table), ensuite tu es pressé de commander, c'est cher (16$ juste le sandwich avec rien d'autre), tu reçois ton assiette & tu es pressé de manger pour ensuite t'en aller de là pour que la prochaine horde de gens puisse prendre ta table.
No hagas caso a las críticas regulares o notas bajas. Hay que probarlo. Y pide el sándwich de smoked meat, no hagas como los turistas que no se enteran.
Excelente.
La cola hay que hacerla, pero se pasa antes de lo que crees.
This place is a must go if Montreal
I don't think I had a place more recommended to me on any of my trips I ever been on & it's for good reason.
We got the smoked meat sandwich & a poutine the sandwich was an easily the best one I ever had & the poutine was up there as well.
Despite the lineup being very long for the takeout they are moving different in that kitchen & actually make the food so fast & efficient it's not bad at all & worth the wait.
