Montreal-style smoked meat has a new home in Henderson. Lester's Deli, the long-running Canadian sandwich institution, opened its first U.S. location on West Horizon Ridge Parkway in August 2026. The menu features spiced brisket on rye and poutine with cheese curds and gravy.

The dining room reflects the deli's Quebec roots.

The restaurant is at 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 170, not on the Strip.

For Henderson residents, it is a neighborhood lunch option rather than a Strip destination. The official Henderson restaurant page confirms the location is open and features the current sandwich lineup.

Seventy-five years of deli history, one Henderson counter

Lester's story began in Montreal in 1951. Its original Outremont deli became known for smoked meat: beef brisket cured with a distinctive spice mixture, cooked until tender and sliced for sandwiches. The Henderson restaurant is the first Lester's location in the United States, according to Las Vegas Weekly's October 8 report.

Kevin Fung, who took over the Montreal business in 2023, worked with Quebec-born Las Vegas musician Jean-Francois Blais to bring the deli west. Blais has spent years working on Cirque du Soleil productions. His wife, Melissa Blais, a longtime Las Vegas hospitality professional, also helped launch the restaurant, according to Review-Journal coverage.

Las Vegas Weekly reports that the brisket is cured and cooked in Montreal, is shipped under refrigeration to Nevada, and receives additional cooking before it is sliced at the Henderson shop. The Montreal-to-Henderson preparation process is part of the deli's signature approach.

What to order at Lester's Deli

Start with the Montreal Classic ($21), a straightforward combination of smoked meat, yellow mustard, and seeded rye. The larger Montreal Classic Deluxe ($27) is listed on the restaurant's Las Vegas menu page.

For a sandwich with more going on, Le Reuben ($23) layers smoked meat with Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, spicy brown mustard, and house Russian dressing on marble rye. Le Maurice ($23) adds Swiss, creamy coleslaw, and Russian dressing. For a richer sandwich, Le Reuben brings sauerkraut and Swiss cheese into the mix, while Le Maurice adds creamy coleslaw.

Another distinctive order is The Bernie Parent ($23). Named for the Canadian-born hockey goaltender, it puts smoked meat, sharp cheddar, grilled onions, bell peppers and cherry bomb peppers on a hoagie roll.

The Avenue Bernard ($22) combines smoked meat, smoked turkey, Swiss, and maple mustard.

Want to skip the sandwich altogether? The Le Plateau-Mont-Royal ($29) is a smoked meat platter with coleslaw, pickle, mustard, and rye on the side.

These are listed menu prices, not independently confirmed in-store prices; check the current menu before ordering.

Don't overlook the poutine

Quebec-style poutine combines fries, cheese curds, and gravy.

Classic poutine ($13) keeps to the traditional combination; smoked meat poutine ($18) adds brisket, according to Las Vegas Weekly's October coverage.

The Henderson menu also includes sides and lighter choices, including a French salad, along with kid-sized options reported by Las Vegas Weekly. That gives groups alternatives to the signature beef sandwiches. Menu availability and pricing can change, particularly at a newer location.

What makes Montreal smoked meat different?

Montreal smoked meat resembles New York pastrami, but its seasoning, curing process, and preparation reflect a distinct Quebec deli tradition.

The classic sandwich keeps things simple: sliced smoked meat, yellow mustard and rye, without barbecue sauce or elaborate toppings.

Las Vegas Weekly described a dining room with Montreal memorabilia and nods to Quebec-born hockey figures associated with the Golden Knights. The decor carries the deli's Montreal identity into its Nevada dining room.

Hours, address and what to know before visiting

• Address: 1590 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 170, Henderson, NV 89012
• Days Open: Tuesday–Sunday
• Hours: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Phone: (702) 996-2908
• Menu: View Official Menu
• Directions: Google Maps

Hours are based on published reporting and may change. Call ahead to confirm.

First-time tip: Try the Montreal Classic for a traditional smoked meat sandwich or the smoked meat poutine for a Quebec favorite.