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Décarie Hot Dog

Ville Saint-Laurent
4.3$
OPEN7 am - 1 am
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Décarie Hot Dog Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
Comfort FoodPoutineBurgersBreakfast

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Reviews for Décarie Hot Dog

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Service
on Google4.3 (1600+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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66%
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Review Summary

Décarie Hot Dog is widely described as an iconic, nostalgia-filled Montreal staple for classic steamies, hot dogs, fries and poutine, a retro spot that many visitors feel is worth the trek for the experience and comfort food. Several reviews praise the poutine for its rich gravy, cheese curds and hearty fries, with some calling it the best or among the best in the city. However, other comments note decline in recent years, with poutine that is too dry or oversalted, sauces that changed, and items that are not as hot or fresh as before. The hot dogs and steamies often remain a highlight when served hot and dressed properly, but some visits report cold buns or underdressed orders. Cash only payments and a fast, no-frills service style contribute to the old-school atmosphere, which reviewers either love for its authenticity or view as a drawback. Overall, the place is described as a beloved, long-standing institution that inspires strong loyalty and nostalgia, while also provoking debates about consistency and whether it can recapture its former level.
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We bought burger with cheese & when we got home we only have regular burger......
So disappointed

Mar 16, 2026
on Google

Les burgers valent toujours le détour !

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

Fries were perfect. I haven't stopped thinking about the toasted hot dog, burger was solid.

Jun 3, 2025
on Google

Still my go to'casse croute' but something is not right with the poutine. I feel like they changed the way they made it a few years ago. Not as strong of a taste. Not as iconic as it was & I ain't the only one to say so. Everyone that I know who's had it in the past year say the same thing. Please go back to the old sauce!

Other than that the burgers & hotdogs still slap.

Apr 23, 2025
on Google

Had a chance to check this place out with one of my colleague & it was a great vibe. Ordered a couple hotdogs, fries & a burger. Food was great, but really came here to check out their story. Great people, good food & good prices. Definitely check them out.

Jan 9, 2025
on Google

Been eating there since 1987. 1st time ever, I've had stale oil french fries. The rest of the food was quite ok... Burgers & hotdogs. Regarding the service... It keeps degrading unfortunately... As though the staff was sitting on golden laurels. There is barely any customer-staff interaction. I'm starting to be disillusioned by this *used to be* burger Shack. Sorry staff... Please interact with your customers instead of just laughing between staff members. We feel as though we are NOT part of the experience. Thanks for listening. Perhaps I can restore a 5 star rating.

Apr 17, 2024
on Google

Would honestly say, its just like home! Supper delicious home made style street food; the people are very nice. Its mainly take out & cash only (but they have ATM in-house) prices are extremely good! We had, cheese burger, hot dog & chicken sandwich & all were very good!

Dec 9, 2023
on Google

Like other decades old community/city/local establishments, Decarie Hot dog has been serving audiences of every background possible from age to ethnicity to wealth to education. - almost everyone has heard of this place or eaten there as an institution bar none. The old Montreal pool room is a competitor but geographically they are so far apart they don't really compete, however I believe that the atmosphere & food quality is far superior. This had been a family owned & run business that feels like a family environment from day one. Its owners Nick & his son (Kawasaki) Tommy have delighted its patrons in a warm, friendly & inviting manner with humour & great conversation - it's like the bar Cheers on TV equivalent. Must eats, of course, the Montreal steamed hot dog & the Montreal classic way is mustard & coleslaw. Fries are fantastic & fresh cut & twice fried & of course poutine is amazing as it's the burger & other items including breakfasts. So go & have an affordable but & get to know the staff as they are excellent human beings.

Dec 1, 2023
on Google
ebilooloo
5 Reviews
5.0

They’ve been around for 44 years, a great place for having tasty comfort food (hot dogs, burgers, etc.). There’s nothing fancy about the place, but the owners & those who work there have so much passion & love that makes you leave a lot of tip at the end. They are open 7/7 from 6 AM to 1 AM.

Jun 23, 2013