Yans Deli stands as a premier destination for authentic Jewish deli fare, offering a robust menu steeped in tradition. Patrons can anticipate a full spectrum of classic deli sandwiches, piled high with hand-sliced meats like corned beef and pastrami, complemented by hearty sides such as creamy coleslaw and dill pickles. The establishment is renowned for its signature smoked meats, prepared with meticulous care, and its array of traditional soups, including matzo ball soup, that provide comforting, familiar flavors. Freshly baked rye bread and delectable desserts, like cheesecake, round out the quintessential deli experience, ensuring every visit is a satisfying journey through beloved culinary staples.
Yans Deli has established itself as a standout destination in Montreal, celebrated for its creative and elevated take on classic deli traditions. Diners consistently praise the high-quality, house-made ingredients, with particular acclaim for the pastrami, smoked meats, fresh salmon, and flavorful chicken soup. While the majority of guests describe the atmosphere as warm, welcoming, and beautifully designed, the overall experience is defined by the attentive and friendly service provided by the team. Although some visitors note that pricing can be on the higher side and portion sizes occasionally vary, the consensus remains that the care, passion, and culinary craft put into every dish make it a must-visit spot that keeps patrons planning their next return.
Dinner at Yan's Deli is comfort food done with precision & soul. Beautifully grilled meats, perfect sandwiches, & a sense that every detail actually matters. At the heart of it is Benji Greenberg, cooking with confidence, respect for the craft, & a genuine love for feeding & making people happy.
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!
I think the word Deli fooled me. This is much much more. From soup to dessert every bite was an explosion of flavors. I need to go back again & probably again to make sure that I was right the first time & chose other things on the menu! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
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.
I was there today & wanted to tell Yan myself, but he was busy with other patrons & it was close to closing time, so I'll share this here.
I've been here about half a dozen times, & beyond the food being excellent (I haven't tried everything yet, but the chicken soup is to die for, a true umami bomb, & the celeri soda… who knew?), the staff is absolutely stellar.
Every single visit, they've been efficient, engaged, & genuinely friendly with every table & customer I could observe, regardless of age, gender, or what was ordered. In any dining establishment, that level of consistency is pure gold.
I truly hope that in these difficult times for the food industry, Yan's vision results in success equal to the quality of the product being offered. This place deserves to be a mainstay on the Montreal culinary scene.
An absolute amazing experience! From the friendly greeting, to the comfortable atmosphere, delicious food, everything was perfect. Even the music was great. This is better than any deli I've been to. For dinner, we tried a variety of dishes, including soup, steak, chicken & pastrami. You will not be disappointed. I cannot wait to return!
