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.
It was the best of the best before It was bought sadly they changed the recipe for the poutine sauce. If anybody that works at Decarie hot dog sees this, please bring back the old sauce because this is the reason it was the best of the best restaurants for poutine in montreal
Oct 29, 2024
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Starting coming here as a kid in the 70's. Food, service were always fantastic! Today's visit was a complete disappointment. Hot dogs were good -can't really mess that up, but the poutine was nasty. Cold fries, a very thick & congealed gravy, & minimal cheese. The cheese didn't even melt. Definitely not the quality I was used to. These workers were definitely not the family owners. Sadly, I probably won't be back
kind of affordable & it's pretty good. I always get the poutine for myself or two hotdogs for my partner. I highly recommend those. The employees are welcoming, except for the lady working there, she's often very dry & unapologetic. however, i really love eating after a long day at uni at night, the atmosphere is different
This place has gone downhill-it once had the city's best hotdogs & poutine, but it's been overtaken. Not sure what's happened. Poutine gravy watery & fries a bit off, hotdogs just ok. Ordered a club sandwich & noticed a quarter missing -it had obviously fallen off the plate because only the bottom piece of bread with some chicken remained. When I pointed that out the server counted them with her finger & then asked whether I'd eaten it...when I insisted that I hadn't she got me another quarter, to her credit.
Food is average, It used to be bumping up in here, but now we have a cold atmosphere, don't expect to sit here, standing usually, & the food ain't even cheap like it used to be. For the atmosphere provided you should be getting the food for a deal. I asked to put paprika to the poutine after I ordered & I got attitude back, that's why service is a 2 sta
Dec 24, 2023
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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.
Honestly it's going down in quality. The portions are smaller & the price is higher. Got a poutine for 9$, potatoes were not fully cooked & the plate smaller. I remember this place much better... I feel like they are trying to cut cost & jeopardize on quality unfortunately.
Décarie Hot Dogs is HANDS DOWN THE BEST FAST FOOD JOINT TO EVER EXIST!!!!!!!!!! It's been around for more than 60 years (opened in 1969) & it NEVER disappoints, so no wonder it won a bunch of prizes & awards over the years. You can always expect delicious delicious foods such as hot dogs(get the all dressed steamed hot dogs for a Montreal experience & a poutine), cheeseburgers, fries, coleslaw, club sandwich, breakfast, etc... Quick efficient service, cheap prices, good filling greasy food, it doesn't get any better than that. My family has been eating there ever since I can remember, for many decades, I definitely recommend it!!!!!
best best hot dog & fries in town ! gravy has a peppery taste love it & what makes their poutine unique. i dont go often unfortunately dont live in the area..
