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Wilensky

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
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Wilensky Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Restaurant Wilensky's has been a Montréal tradition since 1932, known for its grilled-meat sandwiches. The food selections are limited to a few sandwiches at very low price: Salami sandwiches, hot-dog sandwiches... This place serves drinks typical of the old-time soda fountain. Talk about tradition

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Reviews for Wilensky

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Wilensky's is described as a Montreal institution with a timeless neighborhood vibe and a deliberately simple menu that has stayed true for decades. The Wilensky's special, a grilled salami and bologna sandwich with mustard and cheese on a Kaiser roll, is praised for its straightforward, satisfying flavor, often paired with house made sodas such as a cherry cola made at the counter. The experience feels nostalgic and unpretentious, with seating at the bar, quick service, and a sense of community as regulars and newcomers alike mingle. The atmosphere is punctuated by old photos on the walls and a kitchen that embraces tradition, attracting both locals and visitors seeking something different in a city known for its food scenes. Practical notes recur in reviews: limited seating, affordable prices, a no tipping policy that benefits charity, and occasional parking challenges, with some calling it a living museum and a must visit for an authentic slice of Montreal deli heritage.
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Kai
4.0

Exactly what you are promised, got the wilensky special & it was tasty & only $5

Oct 28, 2023
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Tek
5.0

This place is an absolute gem. The Wilensky Special (Pictured) is UNBELIEVABLE!!! Not just a sandwich, an experience! You can't visit Montreal & not go there.

Sep 19, 2023
on Google
Sandrine
5.0

Un classique à Montréal, essayez le sandwich spécial wilensky.

Sep 16, 2023
on Google
SM
5.0

Simple but excellent. I got the Wilensky Special with nothing else. For $4.50, it was excellent. The bread was warm & crusty but soft, & the smoked meat was delicious.

Sep 10, 2023
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