Montreal Mile End Food Tour: Bagels, Smoked Meat & Poutine
Features
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3 hours
- 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
- Gratuities (optional)
- Additional food or beverages beyond included tastings
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- 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
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...
- Duration 3 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 10 people in the group
- 1
Rue Saint Viateur Ouest
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...
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 2
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
Avenue Bernard
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.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 4
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
Avenue Fairmount Ouest
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.
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 6
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Rue Saint Viateur Ouest
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.
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 8
Rue Bishop
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.
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 9
Avenue Fairmount Ouest
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.
- Duration 20 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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