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.
Franklin's is described as a lively casual spot with warm, energetic ambiance and retro decor that sets a social mood for a night out or a casual lunch. The smoked meat sandwich, poutine, and Philly cheesesteaks are frequently praised, along with solid burgers and tasty wings, while the drinks and playlists are highlighted as major mood boosters. Service is repeatedly commended for attentiveness and friendliness, with many noting standout bartenders and welcoming hospitality that makes the experience feel personal and easygoing. The vibe is described as sports-friendly and convivial, great for groups, but some reviews mention the space can be loud and not always kid-friendly, with occasional menu items varying in quality such as poutine that can be salty or a sandwich that isn’t as robust as hoped. Taken together the place seems to offer great value, tasty food, and a memorable scene that invites return visits.
As I sat & read my book, I from time to time watched staff & how they treated the customers. They work hard, & were very apologetic when things were just right. Corrected it right away with great customer service. Keep up the great customer service, great food!
Nous y sommes allés après une LONGUE journée & avons dégusté le smash burger & les ailes de poulet. Tasnime a eu la gentillesse de nous déduire un sandwich que je n'ai pas pu avaler (pour des raisons imprévisibles) & rien que pour ça, nous y reviendrons !
Sep 12, 2025
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It was pretty decent! The original philly was SO good & great to share - would have loved a little more meat in it, but amazing flavor & OG cheese whiz. The poutine was nothing to go crazy for. It had decent flavor from the gravy alone, but it was soupy & soggy, & nothing special. Would recommend you get a sandwich here & stop for poutine down the street!
Fyi for parents, there are PlayBoy magazines all over the walls.
Les sandwichs sont délicieux, la poutine typique avec des pommes de terre fraîches est vraiment top. L'ambiance est super sympa, avec une playlist géniale que j'ai adorée !
Franklin's is one of the only restaurants in Montreal where you can eat at a wallet-friendly price. That alone gives it a lot of value. Straying away from the bourgeoise aesthetic of the old port restaurants, Franklins presents itself as the sort of casual bar/restaurant you might find along on St. Denis. They claim to have the best philly cheesesteaks in Montreal. There isn't much competition in this ring, but comparing to philly cheesesteaks I've had elsewhere, this is actually probably a valid claim. They definitely do the sandwich justice. The server was an exceptional bartender, my party was in agreement that the drinks exceeded the food in quality.
