Yan's Deli feels like an elevated yet comforting Montreal deli, blending classic pastrami and brisket with bold modern twists and a bright, playful space with custom Lego decor. The food earns praise for quality and generous portions, from perfectly brined pickles and house challah to deeply savory brisket, standout pastrami, latkes, and thick, rich milkshakes, with cocktails and celery soda adding a contemporary edge. Flavors come through as honest and well executed, and much of the menu is made in house, highlighting freshness and depth. Service is typically friendly and attentive, helping create a welcoming vibe, though a few visits note occasional hiccups or longer waits and some items can feel pricey for the portion and context. The concept blends comfort food with elevated technique, making brunch, lunch, and dinner viable options, and the overall impression is that Yan's Deli is a place with heart, personality, and staying power, likely to draw locals back despite cost considerations.
The food is really incredible!! I highly recommend the sandwiches. The latke was also insane! Everything was better than I expected. Though the steak was quite expensive for what it was. Nevertheless, I would definitely come back.
Mar 3, 2026
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Overall, a clear sense of poor hospitality. We had a reservation & arrived on time, yet no table was available & no apology was offered. We were flexible & accommodating, squeezing into a small table, but received no acknowledgment - no eye contact, no water. After waiting 20 minutes, we quietly left.
This place came highly recommended, which makes the experience even more disappointing, especially as it was meant to be a special family outing.
Great new place in the area with an excellent selection of meats that are charcoal grilled, which is something you don't find a lot in the city. Service was impeccable & extremely friendly. Highly recommend the place with or without kids. You'll find a little bit of everything for everyone here.
Highly recommend! Been to Yan's Deli for Brunch & the food, service & atmosphere were all excellent! Both my daughter & I had a great time - very family friendly!
We also ordered their superbowl package this year - everything was top notch & fairly priced! The package even came with a full set of clear & easy to follow instructions to properly reheat each item. Will definitely be a mainstay for our future superbowl parties!
My favourite Pastrami in town. I ordered takeout from here a few times before I checked out the menu online & decided that it would be a great place to sit at a table with a handful of friends. Family style or individual meals, the portions are generous & the flavours are phenomenal. Coffees, cocktails, & soft drinks also phenomenal. Open space with plenty of seating but busy enough to recommend reserving a table in advance. Kid & senior-friendly. Free parking on the street or in the lot over to the side.
Feb 9, 2026
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Came last night for dinner for a friend's birthday & had an incredible experience! From the relaxed & warm atmosphere, to the attentive & caring staff, & the food being absolutely fantastic - every dish was full of flavour. I would recommend this restaurant time & time again. By far my favourite establishment in Montreal! The Yan's team is so accommodating & truly cares about providing a 10/10 experience for every guest. Can't wait to go back!
Came to Montreal from Ottawa to meet a client & had to give Yan's Deli a shot & wow, what a gem. I had their special soup & sandwich, & it was absolutely fantastic. The quality is top-tier, & you can tell they put real care into what they serve.
Tried their celery soda too… incredible. You have to try it.
This place is definitely becoming a staple for me whenever I'm in Montreal. Can't wait to work my way through more of the menu. Highly recommend. 🙌
I got the pastrami sandwich & it was incredible. The best sandwich I've bet had in my life. The service was amazing & the atmosphere feels like a family kitchen. 10/10 would recommend for anyone.
Nov 1, 2025
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Visited Yan's Deli today & had their chef's special menu as suggested by our very friendly & attentive server Jenni.
The burger was amazing. Served in challah bun with an egg on top of the patty was one of the best I've had in Montreal.
The cheesy tomato soup hit the spot. It was hot, fresh, right amount of cheese on top & hearty. Finished my meal with a decadent, fluffy blueberry French toast. Everything was excellent. The space felt warm & welcoming. A great spot for elevated comfort food in Montreal. Highly recommended.
Pros: Delicious & well priced food paired with great service. Parking available.
Cons: Navigating traffic in Decari
Très belle découverte, les plats sont très bon & le personnel très gentil. Le décors est très jolie.
C'est un belle endroit sympathique pour manger un bon repas!! Une belle recommandation!!
