Chez Schwartz Charcuterie Hébraïque de Montréal
Tell friends you’ve recently visited Montréal and one will inevitably ask if you made it to the famous Schwartz’s deli. Smoked meat sandwiches here are hand-sliced and come piled high on fresh rye; the plates have a side of fries, sour pickle, and cole slaw. There’s a “fat” choice to make and most folks opt for medium or medium-fat. It’s one of many city landmarks created by a Jewish immigrant, in this case by Reuben Schwartz in 1928, making it Canada’s oldest deli. Tables are communal and space is at a premium so come prepared to rub elbows with strangers. Take-out is an option, as is a midnight snack; Schwartz’s is open till 12:30am during the week, later on weekends.
Tell friends you’ve recently visited Montréal and one will inevitably ask if you made it to the famous Schwartz’s deli. Smoked meat sandwiches here are hand-sliced and come piled high on fresh rye; the plates have a side of fries, sour pickle, and cole slaw. There’s a “fat” choice to make and most folks opt for medium or medium-fat. It’s one of many city landmarks created by a Jewish immigrant, in this case by Reuben Schwartz in 1928, making it Canada’s oldest deli. Tables are communal and space is at a premium so come prepared to rub elbows with strangers. Take-out is an option, as is a midnight snack; Schwartz’s is open till 12:30am during the week, later on weekends.
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