Smoke Meat Pete serves authentic Montreal-style smoked meat, cured and steamed to tender perfection. The menu centers on thick-cut, hand-carved brisket served on rye bread with yellow mustard and a signature pickle. Beyond the iconic smoked meat, the kitchen prepares flame-grilled burgers made from premium beef patties topped with classic fixings. The dining space features an unpretentious, casual environment designed for high-volume service and efficient delivery of hearty comfort food. Patrons encounter a straightforward approach to American-style barbecue traditions with a focus on generous portions and consistent flavor profiles. Every plate highlights a commitment to traditional preparation methods that prioritize texture and seasoning over modern culinary complexity. This establishment functions as a dedicated destination for those seeking a robust, no-frills encounter with high-quality smoked proteins and savory, well-executed grilled staples.
Smoke Meat Pete is widely considered a staple destination for authentic Montreal style smoked meat, offering a unique, rustic atmosphere frequently complemented by live blues music. While many patrons praise the tender, flavorful meat, generous portions, and high quality of the sides like fries and coleslaw, the overall experience can be polarized by factors such as fluctuating prices, occasional inconsistencies in meat texture, and a loud environment that may not suit everyone. The ordering process, which involves paying at the counter before being served, is sometimes described as confusing for first time visitors, yet the staff is generally noted for being friendly and efficient. Despite some debates regarding value and volume, the restaurant remains a beloved landmark for those traveling through the area who appreciate a lively, character filled dining experience.
Not my first time will be my last really sad amazong service but my sandwich was dry meat was really bad cant believe i paid for this unfortunately im not going back 😔
Onc upon a time this place used to have the best smoke meat in all of Montreal. Over the years, their quality has declined, the sandwiches have shrunk, while the prices have skyrocketed. Today I went with my parents for lunch & we all got the special. My mother got a good sandwich but both my father & I got the driest sandwiches we've ever had - not only was the meat super dry, the bread tasted stale & the fries tasted like they were cooked in old oil. After I ate about half of it, which is not very big because it's such a small sandwich, I told my parents my sandwich wasn't good & my dad said he was thinking the same thing. We live quite far away & this was my birthday'dinner' with my parents so it was really disappointing. When the smoked meat here is good the fat just melts in your mouth. We thought maybe they mixed up our sandwiches & gave us lean. I called over one of the two waitresses & explained that these sandwiches are nothing like they usually have been. Now, because we'd both eaten half, I didn't ask for a full replacement. The waitress didn't want to take the food back & made me insist before she came back saying first the manager requested to see our receipt first - as if we were lying & had really ordered lean sandwiches. My dad found it in his wallet, & she took away our barely eaten plates. She returned later with just one sandwich on a plate, considerably smaller than the other ones, & nothing else. When we asked where are our plates, which we'd barely eaten, she said the manager told her to only give us the sandwich. So we had to argue again to get the sides back. This sandwich tasted was SO much better you would never believe it was even the same restaurant. So we're very upset that we spent all this money, got one terrible sandwich, & had to fight to get it replaced. Terrible service & terrible value. We will never come back here again.
We had our dinner today at Smoke Meat Pete Barbecue restaurant. Located at eastbound Auto-20 highway just before you drive into Montréal Island. The restaurant gives a vibe of Texas-style country side with rustic decorations, red lightening ambience, great live blues music & amazing ViandeFumée we ordered. We selected Le Spécial jumbo de Pete (picture & video attached). It took a while for them to prepare, however it was worth waiting. The smoked meat sandwich was super delicious 😋, even the fries were crispy. On the side we had a coke. To be honest, it was super heavy & the price was reasonable (31$ per person). They had ample sitting arrangement inside the restaurant, indoor & outdoor patio places. Overall we loved the environment of the restaurant & the staffs were courteous. Merci Beaucoup.
Went to this restaurant for the first time. I did take-out. Food was wonderful, atmosphere was very welcoming. I would return, again in the near future.
J'y suis allé la journée de la fête de la Saint Jean. File d'attente, c'est normal. Le processus de commande est un peu déroutant. On fait la ligne jusqu'au comptoir de commandes, on passe notre commande, on donne notre nom & on va s'asseoir où il y a une place. Pas très longtemps après on crie votre nom & la serveuse vous apporte ce que vous avez commandé. Le smoked meat est bon, chaud & servi tel que vous l'avez demandé (gras, semi gras, maigre ou très maigre). Les frites sont de parfaites'graisseuses' & les condiments de qualité. Comme le dit le nom'Smoke & non Smoked Meat Pete', on ne sert pas seulement du smoked meat mais aussi plusieurs viandes fumées. J'y retournerai pour goûter aux autres viandes fumées.
Vibe is particular, it's good to try but i wasn't a fan of the way your order/get your plate, I also wish there were physical menu. Its all on the wall but its all over the place. The have a space for a band, I didnt get to experience the live music but i have heard a lot of positive comments about it. I think its the kind of place you either love or hate
