Wilensky Special

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Wilensky Special is a Canadian sandwich hailing from Montreal's Wilensky's , which was first opened in 1932 as a cigar store and barbershop. The sandwich consists of a round flat pletzl roll that's pressed on a grill, cut in half, smeared with mustard, and filled with beef salami and beef bologna. The mustard is compulsory and there are no extra condiments, but patrons can add Swiss or cheddar cheese for a few cents more. Wilensky Special is often accompanied by a sour or half-sour pickle on the side and a soda frappé. According to Travel and Leisure magazine, Wilensky Special was named one of the world's best sandwiches.