Best Montreal Smoked Meat in Alberta

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Speaking as a Montrealer, a follower of the greatness that is a medium-cut Schwartz's large sandwich and a die-hard foodie, here's my take on the best smoked meat sandwiches in Calgary and surrounding areas.

 1. La Belle Patate Restaurant

102 Boulder Crescent
Canmore, AB T1W 1L3
(403) 678-0077

Categories: Burgers, Diners

5.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

It's not Schwartz's, but it's damn close.  Located in the weirdest little industrial sector of Canmore, it's a smoked meat and poutine mecca for ex-Quebecois that's run, owned and operated by a Montreal NDG boy who knows what he likes, and how the…More »

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 2. Kickers

1215 1 Street SW
Calgary, AB T2R 0V3
(403) 288-8860

Category: Delis

4.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

I had heard good things about this deli from others, and so I tried it out.  Cool little location, and the first place that I've seen that openly advertises that he uses Lester's meat (there's about 4 to 5 main providers of smoked meat in bulk,…More »

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 3. Squish Sandwich Seller

211 Banff Ave
Banff, AB
(403) 985-5000

Category: Sandwiches

4.0 star rating
  1/1/2012

In my ever ongoing search for truth, justice, and a decent Montreal smoked meat, I was pleasantly surprised by Squish, in an unlikely basement resto right off Banff St.  I was in town at the time while enjoying the Boxing Week atmosphere, when a…More »

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 4. Myrhe's Deli

1411 11 St SW
Calgary, AB T2R 1G7
(403) 244-6602

Categories: Delis, Sandwiches

3.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

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…More »

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 5. Avenue Deli

2008 33 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2T 1Z4
(403) 242-6783

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Delis

3.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

Related to Mrythe's Deli on 11th St SW, they serve the same smoked meat as their sister resto.  But that's where the similarities in menu ends, as they chose to serve the ever-popular Nathan's hot dogs instead of Montreal steamés, and what I believe…More »

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 6. Costco Wholesale

99 Heritage Gate SE
Calgary, AB T2H 3A7
(403) 313-7647
3.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

Ok, I know that this is a bit of a weird review, but it warranted addition because they use the ever famous Dunn's smoked meat, which is simply exciting and tasty as heck.  Well seasoned in Montreal steak spices, the meat is simply tender and juicy…More »

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 7. Red Dog Diner

525 4 Ave S
Lethbridge, AB T1J 0N6
(403) 381-1669

Category: Hot Dogs

3.0 star rating
  Update - 5/21/2012

Ok, it's definately back open, though I'm a bit mixed.  

First, its a little smaller since part of the resto has been shut off (fire damage still?)

Second, all daily specials are gone.

Third, they serve breakfast too now.

As for the food, well, I just…More »

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2 Previous Reviews: Show all »

  • 3.0 star rating
    5/13/2012

    YAY!! It's reopened!  I have no idea if it's the same people as it closed under such strange… Read more »

 8. Alberta King of Subs

7196 Temple Dr NE
Calgary, AB T1Y 4E8
(403) 293-5809

Category: Sandwiches

2.0 star rating
  12/12/2011

Ok, I'm a little biased here, but I've given this place 3 tries now, and each time I was pretty underwhelmed, even to the point of being kinda scared.  I've spoken with the owners, and some other Quebecois who swear by this place, but I just can't…More »

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