This was our 1st destination in Montreal, and we were able to find street parking really close by. However, I think Schwart's was way too hyped up for me, and I wasn't prepared to stand outside in the snow for 20 minutes to eat the smoked meat sandwich.
We were seated at a crowded table close to others, which made it fun and the full hole in the wall experience. The menu is limited, but there are some other choices beyond just the smoked meat sandwich. When the sandwich comes, there's a massive stack of meat (go for medium). I was disappointed in the bread, though. Mustard is pungent and strong in a good way. Pickles are also crunchy and cool to counter the heaviness of the sandwich.
Service was surprisingly patient and nice, even though we were probably slowing them down with our indecisiveness and lack of familiarity with the menu.