Chez Claudette constitue une destination incontournable pour les amateurs de cuisine réconfortante québécoise caractérisée par des portions généreuses et des méthodes de préparation authentiques. Le menu se concentre sur une vaste sélection de variantes de poutine, mettant en vedette des frites coupées à la main et une sauce riche et savoureuse accompagnée de fromage en grains frais. Au-delà de ce plat emblématique, la cuisine privilégie les classiques de casse-croûte-casse comme des sandwichs grillés fondants, des croque-monsieur et des plats de viande consistants misant sur des saveurs franches et directes. L'intérieur conserve une atmosphère sans prétention définie par un aménagement fonctionnel adapté à la consommation rapide de repas denses. Chaque élément reflète un engagement envers les standards culinaires rustiques, assurant une constance dans la texture et la température. Cet établissement agit comme un pilier local, privilégiant la substance et la qualité constante dans chaque assiette.
Chez Claudette est largement reconnue comme une véritable institution montréalaise, appréciée pour sa grande variété de poutines délicieuses et généreusement servies qui comblent parfaitement les envies de nourriture réconfortante. De nombreux clients soulignent la grande qualité du fromage en grains frais, de la sauce savoureuse et des frites maison, notant que l'établissement offre un excellent rapport qualité-prix ainsi qu'une atmosphère chaleureuse et accueillante. Le personnel est fréquemment félicité pour son amabilité, son efficacité et son attention, ce qui en fait une adresse incontournable du quartier pour les habitants comme pour les voyageurs en quête d'une expérience authentique dans un cadre convivial et sans prétention.
Good poutine, but not the best I had in Montreal:
- gravy was only lukewarm, so it didn't melt the cheese curds
- even the regular gravy is a little peppery to my taste
They have more than 40 flavors to choose from which is a bit overwhelming at first. I liked my Poutine bourguignon with ground beef & onions. Oddly enough, they prepared it with added champignons first, but removed them after realizing their'mistake'. Just add them on the menu, would make it even better.
Had the steamies combo with the baby poutine. Poutine was decent, fries had crispy edges & the curds were good, nice & squeaky. The gravy was alright, thick but lacking flavor. All-dressed steamies tasted great, but the bread wasn't really steamed, it was still a bit dry.
Restaurant Chez Claudette is one of the hidden spots for authentic Québécois comfort food in Montreal. The menu is packed with local classics, but the poutine is the standout-crispy fries, rich gravy, & perfectly melted cheese curds done the way they should be. If you have room, the smoked meat & homemade desserts are also worth trying.
The cozy atmosphere & charming neighborhood view make it a great place to relax, whether you're stopping in for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Every visit feels warm & welcoming, with friendly service that adds to the experience.
If you're looking to experience food inspired by the culinary traditions of Québec, Canada, Chez Claudette is an excellent choice. It's a place that celebrates local flavors with generous portions & genuine hospitality.
Chez Claudette was recommended by a local friend when we asked the best place to try an authentic poutine while travelling the city. It did not disappoint! The selection of poutines were diverse & all sounded delicious. The poutines themselves had delicious cheese curds with a delightful squeak, the gravy was perfectly savoury, & the fries were perfectly salted & crisp. The staff were also very accommodating with our limited French skills. I would highly recommend Chez Claudette.
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.
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
Some of the best poutine in Montreal. The gravy is strong, thick, well-spiced, & fills every crevice of the plate. The curds are squeaky, firm, but still tasty. The fries are where Chez Claudette becomes contentious. Double-fried, a bit smaller, & crunchier & more uniform in size than your classic poutine, they are a matter of taste. I felt that they matched the gravy & curds well, though they were not my typical style.
The staff & look of the place (not to mention the washroom) are not exactly friendly, but feel cozy & fitting in their own uncanny way. Not to say the staff were not polite & professional in every way, but it may be a bit of a surprise depending on where you are from.
