Gibeau Orange Julep is described as iconic and fun, with the giant orange building and the creamy, frothy orange julep that many say is the star of the experience. Reviewers praise the juice as refreshingly sweet and distinctive, though a few find it overly sugary or milky in texture, and some say the taste can vary by batch. The menu blends classic fast food such as hot dogs, poutine, and burgers with the famous orange drink, and portions and quality are uneven across visits, with some dishes praised and others criticized as overpriced for fast food. Parking is easy and the venue has a relaxed, nostalgic atmosphere, especially outdoors on sunny days, yet seating inside is limited and the space can feel crowded or touristy. Overall it remains a Montreal must for the orange juice and the iconic vibe, with strong opinions about value and consistency depending on what is ordered.
Orange Julep. If you were wondering if you went to the right spot just look for the massive orange sphere! Orange Julep gives you a classic old time feel to it. You know it's a classic when you pull up on a Saturday at 5:30 pm & there is a full parking lot with cars. The service was really good especially with our slight language barrier. I purchased the large Orange Julep which ran me just under $12 CAD. watching 10 gallons of this stuff get purchased before I got up to order seemed like a good sign... Unfortunately I didn't think it was very good. It tastes like below average orange juice mixed with some below average milk. It was fine enough to drink 3/4 of it so I wasn't just throwing $12 down the drain but I did struggle to throw it back. A friend of mine ordered an Orange Julep & requested ice cream to go in his, & I must say if you come here that is definitely the way to go. With ice cream you deliver a milkshake type drink with a refreshing orange essence to it. Lastly, another friend got Hot Dogs & Fries & the Hot Dogs looked very good & he claims tasted just as good so if you want some quick'snack bar' food this may be the place for you. Overall it was a fun experience & fun environment & I'm glad I went. Make sure you get ice cream in your Orange Julep!
Ambiance drôle & rétro, mais sérieusement, j'adore le jus d'orange, le vrai. Avec la pulpe & tout le tralala. Mais là, autant c'est une idée audacieuse de mettre du lait, de l'eau, du sucre... mais c'est tellement, tellement sucré & le jus n'a pas tant un goût si bon & frais que certaines oranges à jus ont... je ne sais pas si le problème vient du jus ou du mélange mais.... bof
Dropped by for a liter julep & it was delish!! Nums nums !! Friendly staff... Everybody smiling! They have a few picnic tables... They need a sit down space with a more atmosphere than just watching the cars go by hehehe. Love me some orange Julip
If a creamsicle melted & you drank it this would be what it tasted like!! The food was fine, nothing special but that's not what you're going there for anyways.
Jul 2, 2025
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Pretty disappointing experience. Food is below par, cashiers are impatient & not welcoming. Most importantly the menu is as complex as rocket science if not more & not visible from outside very well, only when you are at the cash & pressurized to order you can view the menu. Wouldn't recommend.
We enjoyed the orange juice but strongly advise against drinking it if you're lactose intolerant or have milk allergies. Although not confirmed by the staff we suspect it contains milk.
Even though we visited in the rain, there was a long line but it went quickly. The servers were friendly & didn't rush when placing orders & the food was ready, hot & delivered quickly!
This spot stands out for good reason - its visually striking, open late, serves up massive portions with a twist on classic desserts, & has plenty of space to dine on-site along withan expansive parking lot. The poutines & frappé drinks are pricey for the portion sizes, but worth the treat. Service is efficient & the staff work relatively quickly to get your order ready. Worth visiting!
Decided to stop by Gibeau Orange Julep before our road trip to QC. I only enjoyed Orange drink. The fries seemed oily & soggy. Service was so-so. Too many flies around to sit around & even enjoy the orange juice. Regardless, happy to have stopped by!
'Gibeau Orange Julep is a landmark in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It's known for its unique architecture & its signature frothy citrus drink. It's a three-story building shaped like a giant orange, made of fiberglass segments covering a laminated wood frame.
The'Orange Julep' is a creamy, non-alcoholic orange drink, with a secret family recipe that may include orange juice, pectin, egg whites, powdered milk, & a hint of vanilla.'
