Schwartz's Delicatessen
Great smoked meat
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Reviewed by: Marc from Guelph, Ontario, CAN on Dec 19, 2005
This is the real thing, my father-in-law grew up a few blocks away from the deli and anytime there is a chance to go to montreal i jump all over the opportunity just to go to this place. All the other smoked meat tastes like cheap hot dogs compared to the smoked meat from Schwartz's. The service and cleanliness are questionable, but does it really matter? People still loved the soup nazi . . . for the same reason I love here . . the food.
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
Read the reviews heard the hype now have food poisioning thanks Schwartz if you like being sick whilst on holiday then this is for you
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 05 2009
Rain or shine you will stand in line but well worth the wait. We arrived at noon and stood in line. Didn't take long to get seated (family of five) or served. Yes, it is a busy place but they do know what they are doing. We don't like rye bread - waiter suggested that we run next door and purchase regular buns - they didn't mind at all. We ordered smoke meat without bread, cole slaw and fries. It was stop we did not regret!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 26 2008
This place makes the only sandwhich I would stand in line for 40 minutes for. I went for take-out, and got the classic smoked meat sandwhich, on sourdough with mustard. I could have stood inside, inhaling the wonderful smells for hours. The meat in my sandwhich was flavourful, juicy, tender and warm. I couldn't have been happier with the sandwhich unless there had been another one. Wonderful! I'd stand in line in January for this sandwhich.
Reviewed by: TorliR from on Oct 16 2007
If you want to be treated extremely rudely by fat butchers, then this is the place to be. 3 or 4 years ago, while visiting Montreal, we made a stop at Schwartz's for some take out. We waited in line for over an hour!!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 27 2007
We just got back from our trip to Montreal and stumbled upon Schwartz's deli. There was such a long line during the day and at night was that we decided to check it out. We went around 10pm to avoid the line and were seated immediately. The guy who sat us down seemed rather unpleasant but we heard that they weren't the most pleasant place. They sat us at our own table and a few minutes later we received our smoked meat (or equivalent of pastrami). The food was ok not great. The meat wasn't as tender as I expected and it was wrapped in just a regular piece of bread, and if I had to wait in line I would have given it a worse review. The best thing about the deli was the price since for both of us it was $20 (U.S.). However, towards the end of the night both me and my bf had stomach aches which we attributed to the food eaten at schwartz's deli, since we did not eat anywhere else prior to. Overall, I probably wouldn't return, but to each his own I guess (since everyone's review on here appears to be favorable).
Reviewed by: JL from on Jul 19 2007
I love the smoked-meat at Schwartz's its unbeatable, the medium-cut meat melts in your mouth. Side it with a some fries, a dill pickle and a black cherry soda and its picture perfect. Even the cole-slaw desrves an applause.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 31 2007
I loved everything. The service was awesome and it was an enjoyable place. My family and I vistied and loved every minute of it. The food was so good and we took lots of pictures.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 15 2007
Got there, and waited in a small line. The staff made sure it moved smoothly. Seated at the stools, the waiter was very friendly and explained the lean vs. medium vs. fatty, etc.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 24 2006
I am a native Montrealer who moved to the states over 20 years ago. In my 20 years in and around the U.S. I have been searching for something that even remotely resembles smoked meat. People in NY always rave about the pastrami sandwiches at their delis. They can't hold a candle to Shwartz's. The atmosphere is just a small part of the great experience. The sandwiches are second to none. I order them "FAT" because I don't eat like this as a norm. My brothers swear by the medium. The french fries are some of the best EVER along with the rib steaks. You also have to try some karnatzel. When I visit Montreal there are 2 places that are a must go to (and several times)in the visit. Arachova on St. Viateur is the other place (great Greek food). If you are expecting fine dining and a "clean" atmosphere don't come here.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 06 2006
You will find the best smoked meat anywhere at this restaurant. Order it medium. The only problem I have with this place is the size and the lineups. But it is worth it.
Reviewed by: dave from on Jun 06 2006
Great smoked meat
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Reviewed by: Marc from Guelph, Ontario, CAN on Dec 19, 2005
This is the real thing, my father-in-law grew up a few blocks away from the deli and anytime there is a chance to go to montreal i jump all over the opportunity just to go to this place. All the other smoked meat tastes like cheap hot dogs compared to the smoked meat from Schwartz's. The service and cleanliness are questionable, but does it really matter? People still loved the soup nazi . . . for the same reason I love here . . the food.
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
Read the reviews heard the hype now have food poisioning thanks Schwartz if you like being sick whilst on holiday then this is for you
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 05 2009
Rain or shine you will stand in line but well worth the wait. We arrived at noon and stood in line. Didn't take long to get seated (family of five) or served. Yes, it is a busy place but they do know what they are doing. We don't like rye bread - waiter suggested that we run next door and purchase regular buns - they didn't mind at all. We ordered smoke meat without bread, cole slaw and fries. It was stop we did not regret!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 26 2008
This place makes the only sandwhich I would stand in line for 40 minutes for. I went for take-out, and got the classic smoked meat sandwhich, on sourdough with mustard. I could have stood inside, inhaling the wonderful smells for hours. The meat in my sandwhich was flavourful, juicy, tender and warm. I couldn't have been happier with the sandwhich unless there had been another one. Wonderful! I'd stand in line in January for this sandwhich.
Reviewed by: TorliR from on Oct 16 2007
If you want to be treated extremely rudely by fat butchers, then this is the place to be. 3 or 4 years ago, while visiting Montreal, we made a stop at Schwartz's for some take out. We waited in line for over an hour!!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 27 2007
We just got back from our trip to Montreal and stumbled upon Schwartz's deli. There was such a long line during the day and at night was that we decided to check it out. We went around 10pm to avoid the line and were seated immediately. The guy who sat us down seemed rather unpleasant but we heard that they weren't the most pleasant place. They sat us at our own table and a few minutes later we received our smoked meat (or equivalent of pastrami). The food was ok not great. The meat wasn't as tender as I expected and it was wrapped in just a regular piece of bread, and if I had to wait in line I would have given it a worse review. The best thing about the deli was the price since for both of us it was $20 (U.S.). However, towards the end of the night both me and my bf had stomach aches which we attributed to the food eaten at schwartz's deli, since we did not eat anywhere else prior to. Overall, I probably wouldn't return, but to each his own I guess (since everyone's review on here appears to be favorable).
Reviewed by: JL from on Jul 19 2007
I love the smoked-meat at Schwartz's its unbeatable, the medium-cut meat melts in your mouth. Side it with a some fries, a dill pickle and a black cherry soda and its picture perfect. Even the cole-slaw desrves an applause.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 31 2007
I loved everything. The service was awesome and it was an enjoyable place. My family and I vistied and loved every minute of it. The food was so good and we took lots of pictures.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on May 15 2007
Got there, and waited in a small line. The staff made sure it moved smoothly. Seated at the stools, the waiter was very friendly and explained the lean vs. medium vs. fatty, etc.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 24 2006
I am a native Montrealer who moved to the states over 20 years ago. In my 20 years in and around the U.S. I have been searching for something that even remotely resembles smoked meat. People in NY always rave about the pastrami sandwiches at their delis. They can't hold a candle to Shwartz's. The atmosphere is just a small part of the great experience. The sandwiches are second to none. I order them "FAT" because I don't eat like this as a norm. My brothers swear by the medium. The french fries are some of the best EVER along with the rib steaks. You also have to try some karnatzel. When I visit Montreal there are 2 places that are a must go to (and several times)in the visit. Arachova on St. Viateur is the other place (great Greek food). If you are expecting fine dining and a "clean" atmosphere don't come here.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Sep 06 2006
You will find the best smoked meat anywhere at this restaurant. Order it medium. The only problem I have with this place is the size and the lineups. But it is worth it.
Reviewed by: dave from on Jun 06 2006
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