Reviews describe Smoke Meat Pete as a legendary Montreal staple with generous portions of tender, flavorful smoked meat, a standout poutine and fries, and a lively bluesy atmosphere powered by live bands that draw crowds of locals and visitors alike. The experience is often praised for friendly staff, efficient service, and a welcoming vibe, though several comments note rising prices and, in some cases, reduced portion sizes or inconsistent meat quality, especially for lean cuts or fattier options. Dining in can be crowded and ordering at the counter is common, with takeout and to go serving as popular alternatives, and the overall value debated as prices climb, while many reviewers insist the meat, smoke and authentic ambience make Smoke Meat Pete worth the trip, especially when a show is on.
Every local know this is the best smoked meat in Montreal 🔥 the staff is the sweetest & the vibe is 10/10, the food is delicious (my mom loved the liver & she doesn't even like that stuff usually haha)
Smoke Meat Pete is hands down the best smoked meat in Québec. The sandwiches are packed, flavorful, & incredibly tender. Portions are generous & the quality is always top notch. They also have live bands on select days, which adds a great vibe to the experience. A must-visit for anyone who loves authentic Montréal-style smoked meat.
You can't beat Pete's meat! Stopped by on New Year's Eve for a quick smoked meat sandwich before hitting the road, & it did not disappoint.
The place had tons of Christmas decorations up, which made for a really cozy vibe. The atmosphere is always fun with live blues on stage, & the staff & owner were so friendly the owner even invited us to their NYE party (so sweet!).
Ordering is simple: you head to the counter, pay, & then grab a wooden table. I went for the smoked meat with fries, pickle, & coleslaw yummm absolutely delicious. If you like it lean, it's a couple bucks more, but I personally love it the classic way.
They even bring a little starter of hot dog, liver, bread, coleslaw, & butter. & I finally tried the ribs this time - wow! Super tender, sweet, & packed with flavor. Highly recommend them.
Wow! The smoked meat is amazing. Seating is crowded but it needs to be because it was so busy on Monday. Adds to the vibe. Wonder how crowded it would be on a live music night? Be worth it I think!
The vibes was perfect!! The band was amazing, the food was faster than we could get a seat?! What more could you ask for 😆 definitely recommend going here & get the fries!! If you love potatoes you'll fall in love with them🥰
Such a great spot! You have to order, find a table & they bring your food out to your name when dining in! The food is super delicious! Great rock n roll vibe inside as well!
Better than Schwartz, that's all I need to say. The moment you enter you are smacked in the face with the amazing smell of the smokers in action. The vibe of the place is something else - in such a fantastic way. The service is efficient & simple; order at the window, take a seat, food comes to you very fast. The portions are fantastic, & the fries are wonderful. They remind me of carnival fries from decades ago when they were soft & crispy & oily & salty. Homemade chip truck style - not your frozen McCain's. The meat though, tender, smoky & stacked real high even for the regular portion. I love that it comes with a pickle & slaw as both of them compliment all aspects of the dish so well. You can top the fries with the slaw & cut down the richness overall of the dish, or you can eat them on your own to give your palate a break from the unctuousness & richness of everything. This is my fourth (& not last) time being here & I will visit this over Schwartz's when in MTL area.
I really liked this cool spot! It's super cozy & has a great vibe with yummy food. My friend recommended their smoked meat, but honestly, there's a bunch of other tasty stuff on the menu too. We tried the smoked meat sandwich with awesome fries - so good! Even though the cashier goofed up the bill a bit, it's all good. They've got a bunch of sauces to choose from to take home, which is neat. The sandwich itself was delish, with lean meat & not too much fat. There's plenty of parking & I can't wait to check out the live music next time. Definitely recommend this spot!
Superb Montreal style smoked meat served up in many dishes. We tried it on the traditional deli sandwich, poutine, spaghetti, all compelling. The meals were freshly prepared, the meat peppery & juicy, even the odd pasta combo balanced the unusual pairing. Friendly & patient service, relaxed crowd vibe, pleasant roadhouse decor.
