Greater Montreal is not one place. It is a collection of communities, each with its own rhythm, its own character, and its own way of eating. From the busy streets of Downtown Montreal to the residential neighborhoods of Laval, the South Shore, and the north end of the region, the people who live here are spread out across a wide and varied landscape. What they share, across all of those communities, is an appreciation for food that is honest, generous, and worth coming back for.
Dunn’s Famous has been part of Montreal’s food story since 1927, and over the years that story has grown beyond a single address. With locations across Greater Montreal, Dunn’s has become a deli experience that belongs to the whole region, not just one neighborhood. Here is a look at where you can find us and why each location fits the community around it.
Downtown Montreal: The Heart of the City
Downtown Montreal is where everything converges. Office towers, hotels, universities, cultural institutions, and some of the most foot-trafficked streets in Quebec all exist within a few blocks of each other. The people moving through Downtown on any given day represent every kind of Montrealer and every kind of visitor: tourists experiencing the city for the first time, professionals on a lunch break, students grabbing a quick meal between classes, and long-time locals who have their own routines built around their favorite spots.
For a deli with nearly 100 years of history, Downtown Montreal is the natural home base. Dunn’s Famous on Metcalfe Street sits in the middle of all of that energy and has been feeding the neighborhood through every era of the city’s evolution. If you are visiting Montreal and want to understand why smoked meat is taken so seriously here, this is where you start. If you are a local who has never made it through the door, you already know it is time.
Décarie / Côte-des-Neiges: Where the Locals Eat
The area along Decarie Boulevard, bordered by the Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood, is one of the most genuinely diverse and community-rooted parts of Montreal. This is not a tourist destination; it is a living, breathing residential neighborhood where families have been putting down roots for generations. The food culture here reflects that. People in this part of the city know their spots, return to them regularly, and hold them to a high standard.
Dunn’s Famous on Decarie fits that culture naturally. It is the kind of location that becomes a neighborhood institution over time, the place where families come for Sunday meals, where regulars have their usual order, and where the food is consistent enough to keep people coming back without needing to think twice. If you are looking for where to eat in Greater Montreal, the way a local actually eats, this location gives you exactly that.
Laval: A City That Knows What It Wants
Laval is the largest suburb in the Montreal region and one of the fastest-growing cities in Quebec. It has its own identity, its own pride, and its own food culture that does not require a trip across the bridge to be worth experiencing. The people of Laval are family-oriented and community-focused, and they expect the restaurants they frequent to match that energy with quality, consistency, and generous portions.
Dunn’s Famous on Boulevard St-Martin serves that community directly. For families in Laval who want a proper deli meal without making the drive into the city, this location delivers the full Dunn’s experience in a setting that feels built for the neighborhood around it. Among Greater Montreal restaurants, the Laval location stands out as a destination in its own right rather than a convenience stop.
Longueuil / Greenfield Park: The South Shore Has Its Own Standards
The South Shore of Montreal has a strong local identity and a loyal dining culture. Residents of Longueuil and Greenfield Park know their neighborhood well and support the places that serve them with quality and respect. Taschereau Boulevard is one of the busiest and most established commercial corridors on the South Shore, and the people who live and work along it have high expectations for where they spend their time and money.
Dunn’s Famous on Taschereau brings the best deli restaurant in Montreal experience to a community that appreciates it without having to cross the river to find it. Whether it is a family dinner, a casual lunch, or a late-night meal after a long day, the South Shore now has a Dunn’s address to call its own.
St-Eustache: A Community That Takes Its Local Spots Seriously
St-Eustache sits north of Montreal in the Laurentians region and carries the kind of small-city pride that makes local institutions genuinely matter. People here are loyal to the places they trust, and that loyalty is earned through consistency, quality, and a genuine connection to the community rather than just a presence on the street.
Having a Dunn’s Famous in St-Eustache means that residents of the north shore no longer have to travel far for a smoked meat sandwich that is worth the trip. It is the kind of addition to a community that fills a real gap, and for the families and locals who have made it their regular spot, it has quickly become exactly that.
Conclusion
Greater Montreal is wide, and the people who live across it deserve great food wherever they are. Dunn’s Famous has spent nearly 100 years earning its place as the best deli restaurant in Montreal, and that reputation now reaches well beyond the city limits. Whether you are in the heart of Downtown or on the north shore in St-Eustache, a proper Dunn’s meal is closer than you think.
Find your nearest Dunn’s Famous location and come see what your neighborhood has been missing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Dunn’s Famous locations are there in Greater Montreal?
Dunn’s Famous currently has five locations across Greater Montreal, covering Downtown Montreal, the Décarie corridor, Laval, Longueuil on the South Shore, and St-Eustache on the north shore.
Q2. Where is the best deli restaurant in Montreal?
Dunn’s Famous on Metcalfe Street in Downtown Montreal is one of the most iconic and longest-standing deli restaurants in the city, serving smoked meat and classic deli fare since 1927.
Q3. Does Dunn’s Famous have locations outside of Downtown Montreal?
Yes. Dunn’s Famous has expanded across Greater Montreal with locations in Laval, Longueuil, and St-Eustache, making it one of the most accessible deli experiences in the entire region.
Q4. What is Dunn’s Famous known for?
Dunn’s Famous is best known for its Montreal smoked meat, a classic deli sandwich that has been at the heart of the menu since the restaurant opened in 1927. They are also known for their retail products including their popular dill pickle chips, cherry cola, sauces, and more.
