Schwartz’s Hebrew Delicatessen
Some say that Reuben Schwartz put Montreal-style smoked meat on the map. A Jewish immigrant from Romania, he was the original founder of the iconic Schwartz’s Hebrew Delicatessen. Considered the oldest deli in Canada, this legendary hot spot on Saint-Laurent Boulevard has been serving preservative-free brisket braised in fine herbs and spices since 1928 and is practically a city landmark. Go for the classic sandwich – layers of smoked meat piled high on rye bread streaked with yellow mustard. When you're done, read more about the delicious history of Montreal smoked meat here.
