Schwartz's

Went here on recommendation. The meat was good and had a very specific taste, but the bread was somewhat average for the price (12 CAD or 8.4 eur). Service was good. Didn't see any locals at lunchtime, only tourists. Good to try for once but not so special to come back.

I grew up on the pastrami from Nathan's Famous in Coney Island, Brooklyn. Schwartz's smoked meat is almost identical, maybe better, to me. If you like a solid sandwich that pulls no punches, this is your place in Montreal. Be prepared for crowds, tight spaces, and noise. I can see how hundreds of dates ended, and hundreds of romances likely started, here.

You can't go to Montreal and not visit Schwartz's Deli! This place is super popular so be prepared to wait a little bit. There isn't tons of seating and it's tight quarters but we loved the small town vibe and friendly staff. They are very quick with orders and the food is delicious!

A great tradition in Montreal! Even though we walked for 25 minutes in the cold plus waiting in the line, it was worth it. Recommended to eat there but if you don't want a formal seating, go in the "to go" door and in the back they have high seats and where to eat your sandwich. The fries are great too, natural and well served. The smoked meat sandwich is the king of the house but they also sell other meats such as turkey and sides. Expect lines, but it's worth it, definitely!

Truly a "must visit" to get the full Montreal experience! Awesome staff, incredible food. Worth lining up for, even in the cold. And you can get smoked duck here, I mean, c'mon!?! 👍👍So good! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Five stars for SURE!

Delicious, and amazing service! Waiters were fun and very friendly. Food was really good. Great staple place to go try out, and happy to know I was eating somewhere where Celine Dion also ate!

Try the fat smoked meat sandwich, which is truly more delicious than the medium or lean one. Pickle is also perfect. Don't forget the cherry soda.

I was there a few years ago, but this taste is unforgettable! A seemingly ordinary sandwich with meat and mustard, but it's great! Can't wait to visit Montreal again and go there... :)

Great tasting smoked meat, a traditional kosher deli, no milk products in the store. They even sell vacuum sealed packages of meat to take home along with a few other products. Only thing that makes this place a 4 not a 5 is the teenager's working when I went were not the kindest

First time visitor, stopped because of top 1 reviewing and common. Ordered to go, nice price and amazing taste! Even with take out. Haven’t try the sealed smoked meat and 3 seasoning yet... don’t know if it taste the same as take out. Very satisfied with the taste.

Solid sandwich, my bread was cut extremely badly though (not in half)...it was a little difficult to eat. One of our sandwiches was a lot more bland/lacked salt than the other, so consistency isn’t prefect. Fries had a complete lack of seasoning so it was entirely bland. Fries were also not crispy. Overall a great experience, when we revisited this time it was not very busy. A must visit if you’re ever in Montreal!

It is earthy and every plate is filling. The bread is stupendous. The smoked meat is excellent quality but the flavor could be more intense. Friendly service at the counter. Pickles and cole slaw are outstanding g. Take home a bottle of spice.

Totally worth the hype! Sat by a women who was the eldest of three generations in her family that are regulars. Celine Dion bought a controlling interest to ensure that they never change or go out of business. Whatever you do order the black cherry cola which is made in Canada and unlike any other cherry or black cherry cola you've ever had. It's a tiny space and you'll likely end up sharing a table with strangers. Service was incredibly friendly and helpful and quick! I wish I lived here so I could become a regular. I ordered medium fat with fries and a pickle. Ask for the burnt ends if you prefer the spicy seasoning.

I want to give it 5 stars because of all the history, but there was just something missing in my experience. I have also had better smoked meat, so next time I'll opt for a poutines. Definitely history in the deli and worth experiencing

Famous for their smoked meat. Usually quite busy. Great deli serving great food at a great price. I rate it a 10 for deli and a 2 for ambiance (see photos.)