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Myrhe's Deli
Categories: Restaurants Delis Restaurants Sandwiches Delis, Sandwiches [Edit]
1411 11 St SWCalgary, AB T2R 1G7
(403) 244-6602
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sat-Sun 11 am - 4 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
17 reviews for Myrhe's Deli
17 reviews in English
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Review from Ted S.
Calgary, AB
2/27/2012
Best Montreal 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. -
Review from Philippe G.
Calgary, AB
12/15/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Some Great Montreal Smoked Meat.
Simply delightful for some afternoon sustenance in a relaxed atmosphere. -
Review from Kate B.
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 Montreal 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 Cafe, 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 Montreal-based Quebec Smoked Meats...and that concludes my trivia tangent! -
Review from Arc P.
10/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
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. -
Review from Elle C.
Two fistfuls of juice dripping Montreal 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. -
Review from Nicole M.
Calgary, AB
8/30/2011
Because Montreal is my favorite city in Canada to visit, and a good Jewish deli is my favorite place to eat at, in my travels to that fair city, I have been to Ben's, Wilensky's and at Schwartz's in Montreal.
I dream of soft rye bread and hot smoked meat.
When I heard about Myrhe's, I was skeptical, after all we're in the prairies.
I walked past more than once, wondering if I should take a chance. It smelled right, it looked right, and people were saying good things, so I finally tried it.
This is the first non-Montreal smoked meat I have ever fallen in love with! If I could give this 6 stars I would! -
Review from Ian D.
Calgary, AB
11/12/2011 3 photos
Ok, I'm one of the few lucky Calgarians that gets to travel to Montreal 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, Montreal Smoked Meat, Bagels, and Poutine were what I I heard about and needed to find (trust me - Montreal 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 Montreal 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 -
Review from Heather I.
Calgary, AB
9/14/2011
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 :) -
Review from Wendy P.
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 Montreal 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 Montreal Smoked Meat and make your own! -
Review from Don B.
9/23/2011
I had a craving for a really good Reuben Sandwich. After reading my fellow Yelper's opinions about Myrhe's Deli I decided to give then a try. They did make one of the best Reuben Sandwiches I have had. It was so good that I ordered a Montreal Smoked Meat to have later, and even though it had been in the fridge for a few hours, it still was delicious, and I think this is due to the mustard and bread they have use.
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Review from Terrence L.
Calgary, AB
12/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
Actually I like this place. My rating for this place is actually 3.5 stars out of 4, but can't seem to get yelp to 1/2 star things. The meat is tender, and they use a Montreal processor (not one of the superstar ones, but still good). I find the meat a little too salted, but still, they add the nice touch of adding bubble gum and a pretty decent cole slaw with the sandwich. If I closed my eyes and dined there, I would say it would be easily about as good as a late night Chenoy's sandwich, or a Dunn's one back in Montreal (for those in the know). I get their $7 afternoon special every other month (as it's just down the street from me), and always come out more or less "Montrealized" for another while or so. For the lunch crowd primarily, it's a great little place for a take out and a snack.
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Review from Adam B.
Calgary, AB
11/28/2010 1 photo
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 Montreal 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.
.Montreal 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 Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich.
PS they have alot of great mustards! -
Review from Trish L.
Calgary, AB
9/19/2008
If you're craving montreal smoked meat in Calgary, this is the place to go. They serve authentic montreal smoked meat at Palace of Eats. Apparently, they source their meat from the same place as where Ben's in Montreal used to get it from.
You can get either the traditional montreal smoked meat sandwich (steamed smoked meat on rye bread with a choice of mustard) or their reuben sandwiches (which includes sauerkraut and cheese on toasted rye bread in addition to the smoked meat, of course). I've had both versions of the sandwiches and both are great. The reuben is perfectly toasted and crispy on the outside.
They also serve smoked salmon lox and cream cheese on a bagel but this one I haven't tried so I have no comments on this one.
All sandwiches come with chips, a pickle and some coleslaw. This place can get quite busy during the lunch hour. They also offer a turkey sandwich and a grilled cheese sandwich as well for those that don't want smoked meat.
For beverages, they offer a variety of old-fashioned sodas. My favourite is the black cherry soda to go with montreal smoked meat. I kind of discovered this pairing accidentally while I was in Montreal at Schwartz's.
If you want to buy just the smoked meat to take home, it is available for about $12 a pound, which is not too bad as I was paying around $10 a pound for the whole brisket in Montreal earlier this summer. You can buy the meat sliced or unsliced. -
Review from dinah g.
Calgary, AB
10/28/2009 7 photos
I was yearning for a Schwartz Montreal 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 Montreal.
The Palace of Eats has some of the freshest Montreal smoked beef this side of Winnipeg, 10 to 14 dollars gives you 6 to 10 ounces of Montreal 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 Montreal. -
Review from Lonnie T.
I just dined here for the first time. I am NOT a sandwich fan. I don't tend to go out of my way to have a sandwich. However I AM a fan of big meaty meals. This venue was recommended to me by various individuals. Upon entering the establishment I asked for the best thing on the menu. They recommended the Reuben. That's what I had. The only thing that identifies this meal as a sandwich is the two slices of bread stuffed with a mountain of Montreal Smoked Meat, cheese, sauerkraut and some fantastic mustard! The best Reuben that I've ever had! The slaw that came with it was pretty good too. Sit at the window if you can for maximum comfort and lots of natural light.
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Review from Carrie P.
8/8/2009
The Palace of Eats was good in its own right, but it was not comparable to Montreal Smoked Meat from Montreal. For my full review, click here:
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Review from t w.
9/6/2009
i did enjoy this place and the sandwich was pretty tasty. the thing for me was that it took an extremely long time for our order to be ready. but i will visit again since i often do crave reuben sandwiches.
