Greenspot emerges in reviews as a Montreal institution and a classic diner with a retro vibe, where hearty comfort food, generous portions, and reasonable prices draw locals and visitors alike. The menu consistently features poutine, smoked meat, burgers, steaks, clubs, and all day breakfasts, with many praising the poutines as among the best in town and the smoked meat as tender and flavorful. Breakfast highlights include eggs Benedict twists and big plates of breakfast staples, while longtime diners enjoy the familiar, no frills service, fast and friendly when busy. The atmosphere is described as nostalgic, cozy, and unpretentious, though the space can be noisy and booths may feel cramped, and a few reviews note slow service or variability during peak times and occasional inconsistencies in taste. Still, Greenspot is repeatedly praised for its approachable price point, consistent comfort food, and the sense of stepping back in time, making it a dependable go-to for satisfying meals that hit the spot and satisfy cravings for a classic diner experience.
I'd say it was a good poutine! I've been told there are other good places but I'd say this is around a 4-4.5/5 Good service, free wifi, nice classic diner vibe & located close to atwater market!
Jul 17, 2024
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Came here for breakfast. It was relatively early on a Sunday so there was plenty of free street parking & also no lineup to get a table. Service was great & the waitress was very quick & attentive. The food is priced very competitively & tasted descent. The kids menu pancake was somewhat thick to our taste. The decor is like a classic diner & I think they should keep it this way. All in all, great experience & one of the hidden gems in Montreal.
Apr 21, 2024
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I love the look of this place, a classic diner with old jukeboxes & booths. Limited gluten-free options but the server bent over backwards to find me options. Ended up with a cheeseburger lettuce wrap & fries which were both delicious! My friends had poutines & they both loved it too. I recommend stopping in when you are in Montreal.
I really like the old-timey feel of this restaurant. Even though it tends to be quite busy on weekends you never have to wait for more than a few minutes. Their food is classic diner food, greasy, cheap, & delicious :) the waitstaff are friendly enough & the food arrives quite fast. Their poutines are a must try!
Jan 16, 2024
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Classic! Probably not much has changed since 1947!! Best poutine & chocolate shake in Montreal (.... who really compares?!) Check it out, mini juke boxes at tables! Haha
A full rich vintage 60's style restaurant atmosphere This place is awesome no doubt about it Will return there many times The staff is very friendly & warm welcoming Author enjoyed their classic breakfast of sausage & eggs Recommend this place you will not be dissapointed A Montreal iconic place Norman
I loooove this place & have been here many times. The food is always spot on (it’s a classic greasy spoon, so good comfort food) & the atmosphere is endearingly nostalgic (chalkboard menu, pickled vegetables in mason jars, jukebox). HOWEVER, I’m giving this 3 stars today, September 3, because the cashier overcharged us. The receipt from the waitress had the total at 36$, the cashier put 42$, & with the 15% tip (which the waitress, Jacky, deserved) it came to 48$ — a good 12$ difference!!! This has never happened in all the times we’ve been to the Greenspot (again, love this place) but today definitely tainted the experience. I don’t think we’ll be back for a while 😞
ETA: I just read the other recent reviews & apparently this isn’t an isolated incident. The cashier is the short young girl with very curly hair in double buns. She needs disciplinary consequences to her actions — she is cheating your customers!!!
Sep 3, 2023
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Super classic place serving super classic Montreal specialties. Some of the poutine was very salty in a not pleasant way but others were tasty. You sort of get what you expect, nothing more & nothing less
