Schwartz’s
Smoked Meat Sanctuary (l.d; $)
The Montreal deli institution is synonymous with its smoked meat sandwiches: tangy moist smoked meat piled as high as Mount Royal with a slather of mustard — those two slices of rye don’t stand a chance.
Whatever your doctor may advise, don't ask for lean — the full-fat cut makes the moister sandwich. Tradition also dictates this should be rounded off with a portion of hand-cut fries, pickles, and coleslaw.
It's popular – people wait in line the rain to get in and the Centaur Theatre once even put on Schwartz’s: The Musical: @youtube – so avoid peak times for quick service.
3895 Blvd. St. Laurent ( Metro: Sherbrooke)
Sunday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM;
Friday & Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
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Text © Christian Williams
Images by Fen Labalme, Guilhem Vellut