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La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
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La Banquise

4.5$ & $$
Open 24Hrs
MondayOpen 24Hrs
TuesdayOpen 24Hrs
WednesdayOpen 24Hrs
ThursdayOpen 24Hrs
FridayOpen 24Hrs
SaturdayOpen 24Hrs
SundayOpen 24Hrs
Casse-Croute (Snack Bar)PoutineBurgersRegionalBreakfast

About us

La Banquise, originally a small ice-cream shop, first opened its doors in May 1968. In fall of the same year, its founder, local fireman Pierre Barsalou, decided to transform the enterprise into a 24-hour snack bar. At the time it specialized in exceptionally good hot-dogs and great fries. Poutine first appeared on the menu at the start of the 80s and originally just two varieties were offered, classic and Italian. However, in response to repeated requests from very satisfied customers, the restaurant’s poutine varieties quickly multiplied. Today we offer no less than 25 different types of poutine. Today, La Banquise remains a family business. Mr. Barsalou’s youngest daughter Annie took over in the 1990s along with her partner Marc Latendresse. Together, they maintain both the tradition of quality and the excellent reputation of the La Banquise Restaurant. In summer 2006, La Banquise underwent major renovations and a much larger dining area was made available. 40 years on, La Banquise is now much more than a simple snack bar or poutine joint. Today it is also a warm, friendly venue where customers can enjoy micro-brewery beers, a complete menu du jour and excellent breakfasts. So here’s to you, our loyal customers, the night owls, the groups of friends, the workers, students, families and more, because all of you have contributed to shaping and enriching the success story that is La Banquise today. Many, many thanks.

Our Specialties

Poutine

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Interac, ATM machine

More details

We are located near Lafontaine Park. Gift Certificates available.
Paying parking across the street and free parking on the side street of restaurant.
30 seats.
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Reviews for La Banquise

4.5 with 907 ratings on RestoMontreal.ca

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Stephen
5.0

Definitely the OG in the world of poutine! Loads of different flavours to suite most palettes & lifestylesView more

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Michael
2.0

Like everything else is this city when it comes to F&B this place changed & not for the better.

Food:
Taste - the main & only ingredient being used is salt. There was no flavors in this poutine like it used to be, it's just salty

Portion - not in the bowls they used to have that were truly big & well plated with lots of cheese. Also for 26$ plus tax perhaps put the toppings on your full plate not just half of it as per the picture

Service:
Unfortunately we got stuck with potentially the worst waitress in the restaurant. Miss'self love' tattoo should have a little more'respect for others'. Horrible attitude from taking the order to giving the bill when I was denied a copy of my receipt because she assumed I didn't want & never asked & printed her copy. Working in this industry is not for everyone. I feel bad for the other hard working staff members that were picking up her slack & serving us after. It sucks to pool tips with someone like that who doesn't deserve it.

Atmosphere:
Lively, fast, buzzing with people & energetic vibe. From tourists to locals side by side & loud conversations with laughter & anecdotes. Thank God one thing remains the same...View more

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Roxanne
5.0

La Banquise has been serving up poutine magic since 1968, & with 35 different poutines on the menu, it's hard not to find something you'll love.

As part of a collab for my summer picnic series, I stopped by to pick up takeout with my friend Hady. I went for the Royale (pulled pork, bacon, & apples), & she chose the Reggae (ground beef, guacamole, tomatoes, hot peppers, & Swiss). Both were generous, loaded, & full of flavor. Sweet & smoky vs. spicy & bold … we had the best of both worlds.

The pickup process was smooth, the staff was super sweet, & the fun, retro-style decor added to the charm. We grabbed two cold drinks (a lemonade & a lemoncocco) & walked across the street to Parc Lafontaine to eat, chat, & people-watch in the sun.

Open 24/7, La Banquise is the kind of spot that works whether you're craving a midnight snack or planning a sunny park lunch. It's a Plateau institution for a reason.

Foxy Tip: Pick your poutine, grab a drink, & head to the park across the street. It's the perfect setup for an easy picnic date or chill afternoon with a friend.

Video coming soon. ✨ I spotlight my favorite local gems on TikTok @foxy.appetite & IG @foxyappetite - come hang out!

This meal was comped as part of a collaboration - sharing my honest thoughts above.View more

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Phineas
5.0

some of the best poutine ever, the cheese is to die for!View more

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Hamidreza
5.0

We ordered the guacamole poutine & the spicy meat poutine. Both were delicious & very filling, so be sure to order your portions right. The cheese & gravy was definitely something different, & the poutine itself was delicious. This place really shows how poutine is done properly-like an actual meal. It's surprising they're open 24/7, but I definitely recommend the food. The atmosphere was unique too, with beautiful art styles on each table & a very tourist-friendly vibe.View more

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Frank
3.0

They have all sort of Poutine combinationsView more

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Hatice
5.0

T-rex poutine is the best!View more

Jun 28, 2025
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Jiarui
5.0

PoutineView more

Jun 28, 2025
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Randi
5.0

Great food staff SUCKED
The older man I would assume manager running around in a tank top was over the top & annoying!View more

Jun 28, 2025
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Arnaud
4.0

La poutine était bonne.View more

Jun 28, 2025
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Julien
4.0

C'était plutôt bonView more

Jun 28, 2025
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Manon
2.0

Ça fait plusieurs année que j'y vais de temps en temps, & j'y suis retournée récemment très décevant.. Poutine régulière beaucoup plus petite qu'avant, mais oui les prix n'ont pas bougés.. très peu de fromage, & qualité bof. Service trop expéditifView more

Jun 28, 2025
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Kyle
5.0

Classique is greatView more

Jun 20, 2025
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Luma
5.0

Great poutine, very nice place (you can smell tradition) & many good options. Delicious dessert with maple syrup.View more

Jun 19, 2025
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M7_Shakeeb
5.0

It was so much better than I expected.View more

Jun 13, 2025
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Issam
5.0

Super bon !!! Je recommande il y a une belle terrasse à l'intérieuView more

Jun 13, 2025
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Théo
5.0

Très bonne première poutine !View more

Jun 13, 2025
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Hamia
5.0

Tried La Banquise last night & it definitely lived up to the hype! The poutine was unlike any we've had before-rich, flavorful, & absolutely delicious. It's a busy spot with a lineup, but the staff are super friendly & efficient. A must-visit for poutine lovers in Montreal!View more

Jun 13, 2025
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Simon
5.0

Poutines are so delicious! Many different Variants to choose!View more

Jun 12, 2025
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Ali
4.0

Meh not the best poutine but good vibes & fun part of townView more

Jun 5, 2025
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