Pointe-Claire Deli is the kind of place that reminds you why diners still matter. Family-run since the early ’70s, this classic spot has weathered every fast-food trend and brunch craze with zero compromise. It still does what it’s always done: serve big plates of smoked meat, club sandwiches, poutine, and all-day breakfasts to regulars who’ve been coming here for decades. The interior is no-frills—wood-panelled walls, vinyl booths, and a layout that hasn’t changed much since opening—but that’s exactly the charm.

It’s the sort of institution where the staff knows your order, and where “a quick bite” can easily turn into a full conversation with the next table over. While other places chase reinvention, Pointe-Claire Deli keeps doing the basics right, and that’s why it still has a full dining room on a Tuesday morning. For West Islanders, it’s more than a meal—it’s tradition.