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.
Legendary place. Still delivering the same feeling, experience, & quality that I've been coming back for since the 90s. Viande fumee medium fat, forever!
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.
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!!
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.
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...
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.
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.
Jul 5, 2024
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