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
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.
Refeiçao rápida e gostosa com um atendimento simpático. Preço justo, o restaurante nao aceita gorjetas (achamos estranho)! Vale a pena para riscar as atrações e costumes de Montreal.
Mar 29, 2024
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Definitely a historic place to experience in the heart of Mile End. Make sure to get the special & try one of their home made sodas, you won't regret it. Prices are low (5$), but the lunch is also light as they define it. Might need two sandwiches each.
J'aime tellement me rendre chez wilensky, le pain de cette sandwich au Baloney est tellement bon & unique Merci aux personnels ! Aussi tout près la belle boutique de tricot les laines Biscotte
Mar 17, 2024
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This place is a hidden gem! Staff are amazing & sandwiches are delicious! A must try. All tips go towards a local charity... I believe the heart & stroke.
In town for few days & this place was recommended for a quick on the go lunch. I went in for the special for 5$ & was greeted by a very friendly staff. Had the sandwich in hand in less then a minute as they are constantly making them. First bite, OMG!! Super hot & crispy bun. A good amount of meat to bun ratio. I am now hooked on this delightful sandwich. I was disappointed they are closed Sunday & Monday as I would have gone everyday. I wish I got two specials that day. This is one of the best surprises of our trip to Montreal.
Un cadre & une ambiance hors du temps & des standards moderne. Des sodas fait à l'ancienne (une première pour moi, jamais vu cela avant) Un sandwich qui n'a pas changé depuis 1932 & qui ne doit surtout pas changé. L'art du rétro
Visiting from Melbourne, Australia (on a very cold, snowy March day) - Wilensky's was a must visit destination in Montreal with a timeless experience that you just don't get back home. It's a simple concept - pop yourself onto a counter seat, get lost in time & let the super friendly (& in close proximity, this is a great thing!) staff know what you feel like eating out of their hot or cold sandwiches, or a hot dog if that's your craving, & what you would like to wash it down with & it will be in front of you before you know it. For me, I went with the Wilensky Special, an all-beef & all-bologna hot sandwich with mustard & swiss cheese. I meant to say, I had two because I had to quickly re-live the first experience immediately & crunched on a sour pickle to tickle the palette on the side. The sandwich hit the spot as a tasty pre-lunch filler & was matched by the tastiest cherry cola that is made in-house that i've ever had in my life. As I pulled out my wallet, I was shocked to learn how little I was to actually spend on all of that tastiness - the lovely server even helped me understand how to make sense of the toonies, loonies & other coins that I had put onto the counter. Of all of the fond memories that I went on to make in Quebec, making the trek out to a beloved institute that my culinary & cultural heroes were once in & getting to experience the same sensation of time travel is one that I will cherish forever.
J'y suis allée pour faire une surprise à ma maman en sortant de l'hôpital. Elle en mangeait très souvent lorsqu'elle était jeune ça lui à rappelé des souvenirs :)
This the most'Montreal' sandwich you can get. Treat yourself & go out of your way for this absolute classic! You must get the Special Wilensky! It's good with cheddar, but the classic way of eating it, is with the swiss cheese.
Ooooook. So. This is nuts. Wilensky's hits different as the kids like to say. You step into a place that really hasn't changed in forever. You confidently sit down at a stool & order a special. If you're me, you rock up with an order of 2. After all, we're not here to play games. You think you did it right but then they hit you with "with cheese?", ruh roh, uhhhh, yes please! "What kind? Swiss or Cheddar?", RUH ROH! One of each I say confidently! You look around for a few seconds & your first special lands in front of you. I'VE NEVER BEEN SERVED THAT FAST. It's like, better than Amazon. You say you want a thing, & then it appears, instantly, in front of you. Hot, melty, tasty, mess of a frickin' sandwich. The Swiss is good but hooooly is the frickin' cheddar way better. Like waaaaaay better. & the Swiss is already way better than other stuff. I had a side of pickles, which are the Moishes kind (salt & vinegar, not garlicky). & a CREAM SODA. A cream soda that took me back to when I would roll up to the Perrette's with my buddy. I finished all that, & ordered a THIRD special. I want a fourth, but I shouldn't, but I want it. Everything was so so good. Everyone was so so friendly & attentive. I'm going to be here all the time. I'm embarrassed it took me so long.
Daaaammmmmm. If someone asked where is the best option to eat. I can say is here. Amazing & lovely service would like you to get there & order or talk about the story from1932 till now. All the way up here from the Big Apple, the worth it for the time.
