Chez Claudette is widely celebrated for its wide menu of poutines, huge generous portions, and affordable prices, with many calling it a Montreal institution and the best poutine in town; the cozy retro diner vibe and friendly service are frequently praised, along with reliable classics like a classic poutine and a variety of toppings, including vegetarian gravy options that are well received. However, some visits are marred by slower or uneven service, occasional complaints about cleanliness or ambience, and mixed opinions on fry texture and gravy depth; overall the reviews describe a place that is beloved for comfort food and value, with strong crowds and repeat visitors.
The staff here are lovely & the portions are very generous despite being labelled'small'. I really enjoyed the New York poutine with the hot sauce incorporated. My only critique is the cheese curds were kind of rubbery.
Noone else in the restaurant ordered a couple of poutines. There was so much hype online about the place & truth is i tried about 8 poutines in montreal & ruebens has been the only good one. So i made the trip all the way to chez claudette in hopes of a great poutine.
Unfortunately the fries were barely cooked, gravy was ok, & not alot of cheese at all. I understand if it was busy but we were the only ones there. Will not be back
May 10, 2026
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Chez Claudette is a cozy little diner with lots of menu options & very affordable prices. The poutine was delicious & warming on a cool day. The grilled cheese was great too!
not my favourite poutine i've had here but not bad. i personally like my fries on the crispier side & found these to be incredibly soft, & the gravy itself wasn't as flavourful as i heard it'd be. maybe we just came on an off day? but the cheese curds were amazing though & quite squeaky! the waitress was lovely & we were able to get a table for 6 people pretty fast on a weekday too. overall probably wouldnt come back specifically for the poutine, but perhaps for the other items!
The poutine was good the fries were crispy the cheese curds were fresh just felt like the sauce was bland not a lot of flavor from that side but overall decent
Nov 9, 2025
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Nice varieties of poutine with affordable prices. I ordered a small regular poutine & the portion was generous. I personally find the fries a bit overcooked but the gravy & cheese curds were delicious.
I got the classic & my husband got the Marilyn. The fries were flavourful & I enjoyed the gravy. I personally prefer a more crispy fry for my poutine, but these were not soggy either per se. There could've been more cheese. But the cheese that was there had a nice pull. Overall, I enjoyed my poutine.
Best poutine ever, fries not frozen, super nice server woman. Huge choice of poutines. Real cheese that makes cute sounds when chewed (chwik chwik), real brown sauce (& others). I can't add photos, I couldn't resist it.
When fries, squeaky cheese curds, gravy, ham, sausage & bacon all show up to the same party-it's called the Spécial Clau.
This isn't a cheat meal. It's a full-blown delicious rebellion. 😬
May 13, 2025
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We stopped into Chez Claudette to try their highly recommended poutine. With no shortage of options on the menu, we did our best to navigate it with our limited French since there wasn't an English menu available. We ended up ordering the smoked chicken poutine. While I would've loved to get more adventurous, my partner prefers to stick to the basics. The food was okay. The gravy was flavorful, & the cheese curds had the satisfying squeak you hope for, but the chicken was just average, & the fries were softer & soggier than we would have liked but the prices were reasonable & fair. The atmosphere was reminiscent of a casual pizza or Italian takeout spot, nothing remarkable, but clean enough. Service was average as well
Excellent poutine! I went with the classic since it was my very first one. Good fries, squeaky cheese, well-seasoned sauce & no insane wait times... what else could you ask for? Our server was friendly (in English & French) & efficient. Will definitely visit again if in the area again.
Chez Claudette is such a delightful spot & truly a must-visit for any foodie in Montreal! The charming exterior welcomes you inside, where you'll find a menu filled with delicious & super affordable comfort food classics-from hot dogs to hamburger steak to lasagna. But let's talk about the real star here: their poutines! They serve up the best poutine ever, with crispy fries, rich savory gravy, & just the right amount of cheese curds. It's a dream come true for poutine & fries lovers! I couldn't resist trying the "Grilled Chicken" poutine topped with bacon, along with a fluffy egg omelet, & oh boy, it was absolutely heavenly! The portions are generous, too, without breaking the bank. The service is fantastic, & the dining area is clean & spacious, making it such a pleasant experience. If you ever find yourself in Montreal, you absolutely owe it to yourself to stop by. I can't wait to go back on my next trip!
Try the ( Quebecois) .... Being from Niagara in Ontario, we were looking for more of an authentic poutine that locals would eat. Parking was difficult to find, but the neighborhood is charming & safe. Worth the walk The food... Best poutine I have ever had. It wasn't a plate of gravy/cheese/fries. You can get that there, but they offer 2 pages of poutine options. Featuring local favourites. The ( Quebecois) is chicken, bacon, mushrooms , fries , cheese curds, with peas sprinkled on top. Not overly salted, just right, hearty, somewhat healthy & delicious. 5 stars all the way.... 👍
Aug 23, 2024
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Très bon cheeseburger Double Très bon hot.dog steamer Très bonne poutine all dress j ai choisi sauce brune sauce un peut trop épaisse ....poutine c'était une petite quand même une grosse portions
Was looking forward to having poutine here as it was on the top 10 list. There was only one lady working the tables & take out orders. We were seated relatively quickly but it took a really long time to order. We ordered the classic poutine & also the smoked Meat poutine. Overall it was decent but not amazing. The gravy could have been hotter to melt the cheese curds. They forgot our drink order but they took it off the bill. They definitely need more than one server & not take customers for granted.
I think this place must have been an institution but we had burgers made from frozen preformed patties, fries which came from a frozen bag of fries that went straight into the fryer, & finally a poutine from a top 10 poutine spot which had bland flavourless gravy with cheese that melted & wasn't squeaky. I was really disappointed after all of the recommendations. The service was great. The front of house were veterans & despite a new POS system that wasn't working great, pushed the crowds through to serve.
Nice poutine. I'm not an expert but it is the best I have eaten for the moment. Crispy fries & a good quantity of cheese & meat. Service is quick. I recommend.
