Brisket Montreal

We came here on a Friday evening for a bite, after the main dinner rush had already passed. So we didn't have a problem getting seated. The service was quick and the server was incredibly pleasant. This is my first smoked meat sandwich in Montreal...More

My husband and I went to the restaurant on de la Commune in Old Montreal for dinner before a show. The service was the worst I have ever experienced, and the food was just okay. We had to ask three times for water before the bus person brought one glass for my husband. She then looked at me and asked if I wanted one too, which we found unnecessary since we had already asked for water three times. My iced tea glass remained empty throughout the meal, and the server never asked if I wanted a refill. At least I had my water by then. After our food was brought out, our server never returned to check on us. We had to wait 15 minutes for the bill and another 5 for the machine. The server was completely inattentive, and the one star I am giving is solely for the location. The food was mediocre at best, but our terrible service experience may have influenced that perception.

We visited this restaurant to try their famous smoked meat dish. It was absolutely delicious! The staff was very friendly as well.

Apparently Brisket Montreal is frequented by large groups, as on the day we were here. Three different noisy groups were here for lunch, and the owners resorted to using a microphone in order to be heard over the din so they could explain to the last group how their smoked meat is processed and what was available to order. A tight fit between tables. We had the smoked meat (from brisket of beef) sandwich, chips, slaw, fruit, pickle. The sandwiches were greasy, as were the chips (fries to Americans). Just average food in my opinion.

Village tavern atmosphere in the city center. Offers a good selection of beers and snack bar meals. I came here to taste a spruce beer. Few places offer it.