Franklin's Subs and Suds is located on St-Paul street in Old-Montreal. Delicious "Philly Cheesesteak" submarines are the main attraction. The decor is very comforting, you'll find arcades, beautifully designed graffiti and great ambient music.
Reviews describe a lively casual spot in the Old Port with strong drinks, quick service and a menu that shines on smoked meat sandwiches, poutine and burgers, delivering solid value and a welcoming vibe. The atmosphere ranges from cozy to energetic, aided by retro decor, music and a bar scene that makes it easy to hang out. The staff are described as attentive and friendly, providing fast service and helpful recommendations. While experiences are mostly positive, some notes mention crowding, noise and occasional variability in dishes such as the poutine. Overall Franklin's is seen as a reliable choice for lunch or a casual night out in Montreal, offering memorable smoked meat and good drinks with a lively social vibe.
The smoked meat sandwhich was delicious, & Jeff was a kind & attentive server! The interior has great music & ambiance, definitely a must visit place if you are in Montreal!
Mar 26, 2026
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let me preface this by saying we came here with our toddler which, from the pictures & reviews, seemed like it would be fine. none of the pictures showed the giant wall covered in playboy magazines 😬 add in that the music was BLASTING & they don't have high chairs, we had to eat & run as quickly as possible. suffice it to say we're not the target audience for this environment, a younger crowd may enjoy it more. I don't fault the restaurant for this, just good to know.
the food was fairly good. my husband really enjoyed his smash burger & I liked the poutine, though it was veryyyyy salty. the hoagie was… not great. it really wasn't a hoagie, I didn't know what to make of the meat that was on it, it was almost like bacon but not. it was also pretty sparse. service was not super friendly but not bad. overall, wouldn't come back but don't not recommend.
We were exploring old Montreal & came across Franklin's, decided to go in for smoked meat sandwiches, because you just gotta.
Franklin's has a really good vibe inside - cool retro décor & good music that makes it a nice place to hang out. Service was great: friendly staff & very quick, which we appreciated.
Food-wise, it was mixed. The smoked meat was just okay & quite fatty, which took away from it, & not much flavour. Fries were tasty & probably the highlight. The poutine, however, was also just okay & didn't really stand out.
Overall, nothing was bad, but nothing impressed enough to recommend it either. I wouldn't tell people to stay away, but I wouldn't go out of my way to suggest it.
Amazing food, great vibes & music, & waiter was so kind & welcoming! Will make sure to come back every time I'm in the city! Jean François, vous êtes le meilleur de Vieux Port !!!
Wow … the service was soo friendly .. we don't speak french very well but they were very accommodating in English …. Great music !! Fantastic ambience this is such a cool
Place ! Had a fantastic Montreal smoked sandwich.. love this place
love everything about this place. the atmosphere, the decoration, the music food, drinks etc is just impeccable.
perfect for a casual date night or a group thing, Franklin's got you.
don't let me get started with the superb service from the beautiful Valeria, who always takes care of us with her 10/10 service. also big shoutout to the rest of the staff, Mackenzie, Tim & everyone else x
Dec 24, 2025
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Amazing smoked meat. Best I've had in a while. Our server was friendly & funny. Can't wait to come back. Music brought me back to my old school hip hop days ! Great vibe.
Franklin in Montreal offers a culinary experience that's undeniably impressive, with dishes that are expertly crafted & bursting with flavor. I had the fish & chips, which were perfectly crispy with a tender, flaky interior, & the steak poutine-a decadent delight with rich gravy, tender steak bites, & perfectly melted cheese curds. The food alone could easily make this spot a favorite. However, the ambiance left something to be desired. The background music, while modern, included tracks with adult sarcastic language that felt out of place &, frankly, off-putting for an otherwise upscale dining experience. It distracted from what could have been a completely enjoyable evening. While the food was memorable, I hope Franklin reconsiders their playlist to better match the quality of their menu & create a more welcoming atmosphere for all diners. If you're someone who prioritizes food over ambiance, it's worth a visit-but be prepared for an edgy soundtrack.
Popped in before heading to Les Foufounes Électriques & had a great experience. Sapporo on tap, smoked meat poutine was plentiful & delicious. Plenty of tvs to watch sports. Visiting from NYC & it's definitely a chill, late-night eatery vibe. Music is great, at level where you can talk to your company. Super friendly staff.
Dec 5, 2024
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La experiencia fue fabulosa porque el personal del restaurante es espectacularmente simpático y atento. Fui ayer a comer y estaba sola, no tenía mucha prisa y el restaurante estaba lleno, pero el equipo fue muy rápido y atento. La atmósfera es genial, la música y la comida. Lo recomiendo!
Walked into this place as it was irresistible in curb appeal with popping music & bright atmosphere. The owner clearly has taste with the Playboy atmosphere set in a women's lib welcome setting; the bartender Tristan is like a superstar, model - & I'm not Gay except in spirit & acceptance. My wife felt special & the food was oooo lah la for burgers & poutines. You wanna start early & end late at this joint with Music that makes my mujer dance & drinks that look right out of the copacabana - heath @ stowe media , directo
We came to the bar / restaurant & we loved the service, the music & the food! Tristan was awesome & super helpful about answering all our questions! We highly recommended!!
The music & atmosphere are great, Tim & Raphael are friendly & will take care of you. Me & my group went back throughout our trip because of how great this place is.
