Myhre’s Deli

If u love real Montréal smoked meat myhre’s is the only place besides Montréal that I have found the same delicious melt in mouth flavor amazing food amazing staff will be back

Terrific montreal smoked meat sandwich. …and NEW on the menu fries… thought I was in montreal… that’s how good the food is at Myhre’s Deli.
The balance of the menu is typical montreal deli fare… and I plan on trying all of it…

In the quest for an excellent Reuben my wife and I have tried a number of places, but I think we’ve found our new favorite.
Tucked away opposite a park on 11^th street is Myhre’s Deli, which according to my wife is very reminiscent of traditional delis she visited in Montréal, lots of warm-​tone woodworking and cozy benches.
We both ordered the large Reuben, which according to the waitress differs from the small in the amount meat and sauerkraut used. There’s a choice of 7 mustards; my wife got Keens (hot) while I chose the house blend. Both of us are now of the opinion that the house blend has a better flavour and bite.
As for amount of food, just look at the picture; those coke bottles are the glass 355ml ones, to give it a frame of reference.
The meat? So very soft that it fell apart in our mouths, tender and juicy are barely enough to describe them. The sauerkraut was crisp and flavorful without being overwhelming.
We will definitely be back the next time we crave a well-​made Reuben.

WOW! Awesome staff, awesome location, awesome service and awesome food! If there was a sixth star…
I saw their sign on the way home from work on Friday and popped inside, but they were closing already. I wanted to try the poutine, as I consider myself a bit of a poutine connoisseur. Oh well right?
No, not «oh well.» Having me walk away was not good enough. I’m not sure if he was the manager or what but a gentleman chased me down on the side-​walk with a gift certificate!
I popped in today (Saturday) and ate inside. The poutine is delicious. French fries are crisp, gravy is rich and actually suitable for poutine. It never fails to amaze me how many places can’t pull off a poutine. Myhre’s can pull off a poutine.
The inside looks like a classic diner. They have glass bottles of coke, and serve the food in little baskets to add to the ambiance. I was impressed with the décor.
Well done!

Good, but $ 11.75 +tax for just a turkey sandwich and half a pickle (no side)? $ 12.75 +tax for a montreal smoked meat poutine? Too overpriced, so I wouldn’t recommend. There’s a deli/​bakery 2 blocks away with soup & sandwich for $ 10

Been going to the deli for a number of years and have always been very happy with the food and the service. It’s a great alternative to staying in downtown for lunch. The Montréal smoked meat with a side of coleslaw is all you need!!!

whole bunch of guys, the house mustard was ok, nothing to write home about. The meat was sliced proper and the sandwich was a bit of a ripoff for the size, off 17^th ave prices. if you can make it out to the NE king of subs does the same thing for cheap

I went to Myhre’s on the suggestion of Unilocal and was not disappointed. Had to work around the place for a week before I had time and it was TORTURE. Alas, Friday, and I dig into the Classic Cut. The meat is a little moist and will destroy the bread but it is fantastic meat. The joint is pretty casual, with a quasi-​classic feel. It’s also very small so don’t bring the whole office unless your office is a party of 3 or your renting out the restaurant. Plenty of drinks from the fridge and beer behind the counter — that is if you aren’t on the clock… Like I was. There doesn’t seem to be much in the way of sides, some basic fries and MASSIVE pickles (!), but let’s be clear here, Myhre’s is all about the Montréal Smoked Meat and that’s what you’re going for. You will not be disappointed.

Ate lunch here the other day. Loved the atmosphere! Not too busy. Sort of a vintage Irish pub kind of décor?
Had the Montréal smoked meat sandwich (first time I’ve tried it!) with coleslaw. Mustard is made in-​house and it’s delicous! VERY picky when it comes to coleslaw, but I could have eaten a bucket full! I wonder if they would give me a tub to take home? Haha.
Fun, friendly and cute staff never hurts ;)

There’s something to be said about a smoked meat place. All they do is smoked meat and they do it very, VERY well.
I’m a native Montrealer and every few weeks I get a craving for a smoked meat sandwich.
At Myrhe’s, they do it proper. The rye bread exists only to tell you where the meat begins and ends. By halfway through, the bread has disintegrated and you’re in meant heaven.
With a selection of mustards (my favorite is the house flavour) to chose from, and a good selection of sizes, the food is delish, and everything a smoked meat sandwish should be.
The atmosphere is clean, and inviting, with either booths inside or a nice park across the street for summer time picnics.
If you’re a fan of good smoked meat and don’t mind paying a bit of a premium for a sandwich, this is a fantastic place to try.

Agree with previous assessments that this is the best smoked meat sandwich in Calgary. They offer a couple options with your sandwich with the choice of a pickle, cup of coleslaw or chips. The dining room takes you back to a simpler time with cozy booths and a bar. Current special is a sandwich and a beer for $ 10 which is great deal, considering how spectacular the contents between the bread is. Super fast and friendly service.
Just go, stop putting it off and you’ll leave with a smile.

Best Montréal smoked meat in Calgary that I’m aware of — nice and juicy.
The only downside is that they include a small paper cup of potato chips with the sandwich rather than a side of fresh-​cut and crispy french fries.
If you own Myhre’s Deli, and are reading this of course, please rectify this situation ASAP. Your reward will be placement on my list of best places to eat in Calgary.

Small menu, but quality eats. I had the turkey sandwich and my date had a Reuben. I preferred the turkey sandwich, but that’s because I don’t really like Montréal Smoked meat. My main complaint is the price. Two sammys and drinks came to $ 32 for lunch — a little steep for a sammy lunch in my opinion.
Also, on a bit of a tangent — we went to another deli in Marda Loop a few months ago, that is exactly the same — I had the chicken pesto sandwich there and my date had the grilled cheese. While we were eating at Myrhe’s Deli we were talking about how we had already had this before, hadn’t we? But looking it up I think the place in Marda loop is called «Avenue Deli». Its exactly the same: same menu, same slaw, same pickle, same chips… A quick look at Myrhe’s website reveals that it must be. On the bottom of the page, there are links for: Belmont Diner, Avenue Deli, Chuckwagon Café, Galaxie Diner and Island Cruising. I imagine that they are all connected/​related! Makes more sense now — also makes sense that Belmont diner is well known for their smoked meat breakfast dishes. Actually, their website is pretty awesome, you should take a peak. I also learned that the meat they use is supplied by Montréal-​based Quebec Smoked Meats… and that concludes my trivia tangent!

Ok, I’m one of the few lucky Calgarians that gets to travel to Montréal for work a couple times a year and when that happens, what do I always think, GIDDIE UP TASTE BUDS. of course when I first started traveling there, Montréal Smoked Meat, Bagels, and Poutine were what I I heard about and needed to find (trust me — Montréal offers so much more for food!!!). That being said my journey started with Schwartz’s as it’s on of the ‘most notable’. It was really good, but I had a long time workmate who lives and grew up in Montréal recommend the Main Deli across the street — I found it equally good without the wait.
Now introduce Calgary. I first went to Myrhe’s when it was called Palace of Eats, named after a diner on Calgary’s Stephen Ave that lasted a long time. Not sure why the name change but I preferred Palace of Eats as a name. Regardless the smoked meat sandwiches are the same — quite a few options of mustards — and basically a really awesome sandwich. I would like to know where they get their smoked meat from and plan to ask next time I’m there.
They also serve Nathan’s Hot Dogs — I love a good dog now and then, haven’t had one here but have had Nathan’s in the States — plan to be trying one here soon…
Add some pics of my latest lunch.
Happy Full Belly Everyone!
Red Devil

To be honest MD doesn’t look like much outside. Through the window, I really couldn’t tell if it was a diner, deli or restaurant. Throwing caution to the wind and seeing a sign for a $ 7 smoked meat special (that’s what she said), I figured why not give it a try. Inside the diner/​cafeteria confusion was still in play. At first I was not sure whether to sit down to be served or to go up to the register to order. Guess I should of asked. However, I don’t think anybody really cares here so I sat down and the guy took my order. I ordered the smoked meat special with coleslaw and dijon mustard. Delicious. Meaty. Juicy. Vegetables. Mayo. Satisfied. Filled. Happy. Out the door.
It’s a pretty cool place which has been in business for 7 years now, so they must be doing something right. Great sit down and go place. A little embarrassed that this was my first time here. After all I do live in the area.

First off, let me start by saying that I LOVE sandwiches. I would call myself a bit of a sandwich connoisseur and though I’ve heard of Myrhe’s before I’ve never been.
I had the turkey sandwich (comes with havarti and a roasted red pepper mayo). This sandwich was pure comfort food — melty, meaty, grilled bread awesomeness. It came packed in a little box with a pickle, coleslaw, and potato chips. The pickle and the coleslaw were in their own little containers so as not to compromise the integrity of the toasting process and sog of the sandwich. Nice touch.
The only drawback is the price — $ 12 is a bit high for a moderately sized sandwich. I will definitely go back, but probably not as often due to the cost. Oh, and I got my lunch to go, but if you’re looking to meet dudes, this place is a sausage party, I was the only women in there… hehehe :)

Two fistfuls of juice dripping Montréal smoked meat? YES
Fresh thick slices of bread to hold the monster together? YES
Awesome selection of mustard flavors? YES
So much meat. So much awesome.
Then they even throw in chips, coleslaw, and slam it in a basket.
Nuff said.

Oh sandwiches, how do I love thee?
There isn’t a great deal of selection at Myrhe’s Deli, but man can they make a mean sandwich. Earlier this year, I stopped in for a Montréal Smoked Meat sandwich and ordered it to go. It took a few minutes to make it, but then it was packed into a sturdy little box with the coleslaw, some chips and a pickle. I ate it in the park right across the street. It made for a lovely summer lunch!
More recently, I stopped in for a Pesto Chicken sandwich. Also delicious, and also served with coleslaw, some chips and a pickle. There’s no messing around with the coleslaw either. It’s crisp, it’s fresh, it’s sprinkled with pepper and not slathered in creamy dressing, but rather in a delightful more Italian tasting dressing. Mmm!
Stop in for a sandwich, or order yourself a whole pound of Montréal Smoked Meat and make your own!

This place ascribes to my motto, «Whatever you do, do it well». They dont do too much at the Palace of Eats except make damn good sandwiches.
In actual fact the real name of this place is Myhres Deli (named after the owner), but most people just refer it to the Palace of Eats. Apparently the wooden walls and booths were inspired by Wilensky’s, a Montréal landmark immortalized in Mordecai Richler’s novel, The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz It is pretty small in here, so you may want to time your visit to ensure you get a table.
.Montréal Smoked Meat Sandwiches are the star of this place, but they also have:
A Reuben Sandwich
Bagel with Lox
BC Smoked Salmon, Cream cheese, red onion, and capers
Roasted Turkey Sandwich
Pesto Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Cheese
The prices are reasonable and all the sandwiches come with a side of coleslaw and potato chips. I ordered the normal size and it was plenty big enough for me. Its places like this that make a city have character and charm, simple hidden away gems.
The young guys that work here are efficient and pleasant. Parking can be tough, so if you can avoid the lunch rush you should.
Next door is the Galaxie Diner, which also gets hopping.
Check out this place if you are missing a good Montréal Smoked Meat Sandwich.
PS they have alot of great mustards!

I was yearning for a Schwartz Montréal smoked meat sandwich the other day and complaining that Calgary didn’t have any. But much to my surprise! I found a joint that not only serves it up but has it flown in briquettes directly from Montréal.
The Palace of Eats has some of the freshest Montréal smoked beef this side of Winnipeg, 10 to 14 dollars gives you 6 to 10 ounces of Montréal goodness. My 12 dollars sandwich was about 5 inches thick, served on fresh rye bread and with a house mustard mix dressing.
Here you can eat in but you can also take out too, I have heard good gossip that conferences have called in 20 to 50 sandwiches at a time for pick up here.
There are also other yummy options, salmon lox on a bagel, pesto chicken and six choices of mustard.
I was pretty happy, the only thing lacking are the crispy fries and large picked dills I am so used to when eating in Montréal.