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  • Montreal, Canada

Montreal Mile End Food Tour: Bagels, Smoked Meat & Poutine

  • 3 hours (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Begin your experience in the heart of Mile End, where you’ll meet your local guide outside St-Viateur Bagel and enjoy a freshly baked Montreal-style bagel, a true staple of the city. Continue through this vibrant neighborhood to sample a classic smoked meat sandwich at Lester’s Deli, while learning about Montreal’s rich Jewish culinary heritage. Along the way, explore local streets filled with culture and stop at Drogheria Fine for their famous gnocchi served straight from the window. Cross Saint Laurent Boulevard and discover how this historic street shaped the city’s diverse identity before enjoying an additional tasting inspired by Montreal’s Greek or Eastern European communities. No food tour is complete without poutine, so you’ll enjoy this Quebec classic at Poutineville. Finish with coffee and dessert at Caffe Grazie Mille, the perfect ending to a fully curated food experience.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 10)
6 stops
9 places
3 hrs duration

Stop at: St-Viateur Bagel

20 min Admission included

Begin your tour at one of Montreal’s most iconic food institutions, where bagels have been hand-rolled and wood-fired for decades. Watch as fresh bagels are baked in traditional ovens and learn what makes Montreal-style bagels distinct from their New York counterparts—smaller, denser, and slightly sweeter. Enjoy a freshly baked bagel while your guide introduces the story of Montreal’s Jewish community and how it helped shape the city’s culinary identity.

Pass by: Mile End

As you walk through Mile End, your guide will point out vibrant street art, historic buildings, and local hotspots. Learn how this neighbourhood evolved into one of Montreal’s most creative and culturally rich districts.

Stop at: Lester's Deli

30 min Admission included

Step into a classic Montreal deli for what many consider the city’s signature dish: smoked meat. Learn how this delicacy is cured, spiced, and steamed to perfection before being served on rye bread.

Pass by: Mile End

Walk past historic streets and murals as your guide shares stories of immigration, cultural blending, and how Mile End became a hub for artists, musicians, and food lovers alike.

Stop at: Drogheria Fine

20 min Admission included

Visit a local favorite known for serving fresh gnocchi straight from a takeaway window. This simple yet beloved dish reflects the strong Italian influence in the neighbourhood.

Pass by: Saint Laurent Boulevard

Cross Saint Laurent Boulevard, historically known as “The Main,” which divides Montreal’s east and west sides. Your guide will explain its importance as a cultural and linguistic boundary, and how it became a central meeting point for diverse immigrant communities.

Stop at: Kouzina Niata

20 min Admission included

Sample traditional dishes while learning about the waves of immigration that brought these flavors to the city and how they continue to influence Montreal’s food scene today.

Stop at: Poutineville Bishop

20 min Admission included

No visit to Quebec is complete without trying poutine. Enjoy this classic dish made with crispy fries, cheese curds, and rich gravy while learning how it evolved from a humble snack into a national icon.

Stop at: Caffé Grazie-Mille Fairmount

20 min Admission included

End your tour with a relaxing stop for espresso and dessert at a local café. This final tasting reflects Montreal’s European café culture and provides the perfect opportunity to unwind and ask your guide for additional recommendations.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Smoked meat sandwich tasting at Lester’s Deli
  • Montreal-style bagel tasting at St-Viateur Bagel
  • Italian gnocchi tasting at Drogheria Fine
  • Traditional Quebec poutine tasting at Poutineville
  • Guided small-group walking tour of Montreal’s Mile End
  • Coffee and dessert at Caffe Grazie Mille
  • Tasting at Kouzina Niata or Euro-Deli Batory
NOT INCLUDED
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Additional food or beverages beyond included tastings

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

12:15 PM

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.
This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

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