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La Banquise

La Banquise is known throughout the world for its famous poutines.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.5$ & $$
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About

La Banquise, originally a small ice-cream shop, first opened its doors in May 1968. In fall of the same year, its founder, local fireman Pierre Barsalou, decided to transform the enterprise into a 24-hour snack bar. At the time it specialized in exceptionally good hot-dogs and great fries. Poutine first appeared on the menu at the start of the 80s and originally just two varieties were offered, classic and Italian. However, in response to repeated requests from very satisfied customers, the restaurant’s poutine varieties quickly multiplied. Today we offer no less than 25 different types of poutine. Today, La Banquise remains a family business. Mr. Barsalou’s youngest daughter Annie took over in the 1990s along with her partner Marc Latendresse. Together, they maintain both the tradition of quality and the excellent reputation of the La Banquise Restaurant. In summer 2006, La Banquise underwent major renovations and a much larger dining area was made available. 40 years on, La Banquise is now much more than a simple snack bar or poutine joint. Today it is also a warm, friendly venue where customers can enjoy micro-brewery beers, a complete menu du jour and excellent breakfasts. So here’s to you, our loyal customers, the night owls, the groups of friends, the workers, students, families and more, because all of you have contributed to shaping and enriching the success story that is La Banquise today. Many, many thanks.

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Our Specialties

Poutine

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We accept:  Interac, ATM machine
We are located near Lafontaine Park. Gift Certificates available.
Paying parking across the street and free parking on the side street of restaurant.
30 seats.
4.51373 ratings
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68%
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7%
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Reviews for La Banquise

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*as of 2026-05-31
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Review Summary

At La Banquise, poutine lovers will find a legendary range of toppings, from classic to inventive, piled high on crispy fries with squeaky cheese curds and savory gravy. Generous portions and a lively, welcoming atmosphere make it a go to spot for sharing or a hearty solo bite, with options from traditional to bold specialty poutines and even late night hours. The line often moves quickly and the staff are friendly and efficient, keeping the energy high and the experience memorable in Montreal. A true Montreal staple, it delivers comforting, craveable food that hits the spot after a day of exploring.
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Nicolas
5.0

De très bonnes poutine & ambiance très sympa

May 27, 2026
on Google
Herald
5.0

Miam-miam Poutine 😋😋

May 27, 2026
on Google
Joseph
2.0

Overrated!
Very oily poutine
Service isn't good, they didn't even provide us with forks for the takeaway orde

May 27, 2026
on Google
Philippe
5.0

Best ever ever poutine place in Montreal.. awesome people, awesome service but most important, awesome food & portions.. recommended ton all.. even végétariens.. must open one in Cape town

May 27, 2026
on Google
Rush
5.0

Always a fun & nice time.

May 27, 2026
on Google
Sé
5.0

Iconic. Not the cheapest poutine but hits the spot everytime.

May 26, 2026
on Google
Lukas
5.0

Super, des prix raisonnables pour des bonnes portions, bonne accueil & serveur sympathique je recommande

May 26, 2026
on Google
Jessica
5.0

I had a really good experience at La Banquise! The food was absolutely delicious & I can totally understand why this place is so famous. Everything we ordered was super tasty & definitely worth the hype.

The only downside is that the restaurant isn't very big, so there's usually a line to get in because everyone wants to eat there. The place also felt a bit overcrowded & the service was a little slow, probably because it was so busy.

But honestly, even with the wait & the crowd, it was still worth it. If you're visiting Montreal, I definitely think this place is something you should try at least once!

May 25, 2026
on Google
Samson
5.0

Road trip to Montreal isn't complete if you didn't get the most legendary Poutine from La Banquise😮?💨We got their La Fred Caillou, it's got all the MEATS from Ground Beef, Smoked Meat, Spicy Sausage to Merguez Sausage! Their Fries are incredibly crispy, topped with the BEST Cheese Curds (it's more fresh in MTL, trust) & perfectly seasoned Gravy! Cheese pull guaranteed every time!

May 25, 2026
on Google
Nathaly
5.0

El mejor poutine en Montreal! Tienen muchas opciones, yo probé tocino (olvidé la foto :() y estaba deli!

May 24, 2026
on Google
Kushal
5.0

La Banquise is a must-visit! They absolutely nail their vegetarian options. I tried La Veggie Reggie (loaded with peppers, onions, & mushrooms) & L'Ovni (topped with ground veggie corn dog & pickles)-both were fantastic! The vegetarian gravy is rich & savory, the fries stay crispy, & there are tons of squeaky cheese curds. Fast service & an amazing atmosphere!

May 24, 2026
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Amir
5.0

Great poutine, huge portions, & friendly service at La Banquise. The line can get long, but the food definitely makes up for it.

May 24, 2026
on Google
Nyckolai
5.0

The poutine here is next level… so good we came back the next day. The service though? I'll let you be the judge but it was kinda fine

May 20, 2026
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Coco
4.0

I remember going here over 15 years ago after the club & honestly not liking it at all. Decided to give it another try recently & WOW it was seriously delicious!! The Elvis poutine was so good.

Only downside was the guy taking orders on the phone. I called for pickup & simply said no mushrooms. He was rushing so much he didn't even let me ask for an alternative before blurting out the price & pickup time. When I asked if I could replace the mushrooms with onions instead, he sighed dramatically & said'now I need to cancel the order & start all over again.' 🙄 At least the lady at the counter was really nice.

May 20, 2026
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Pierre
5.0

'vendu' sur internet comme l'une des meilleures poutines de Montréal je tenais à y passer.
Arrivé de France dans l'après-midi ce fut mon premier repas sur le sol Canadien.

Je n'ai clairement pas été déçu.

Y aller les yeux fermés n'est certainement pas une erreur ou une faute de goût ❤? !

👍

May 19, 2026
on Google
Rebecca
4.0

Les plats sont énormes ! La bière 🍺 de la banquise est tellement bonne !! À essayer. Ont est tous assis bien pognés les uns sur les autres.

May 19, 2026
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Manuel
5.0

We had a wonderful time here. The ordering was very easy & the staff was so friendly. We loved the food & the vibe was very nice. I'll be coming back to try different things on the menu. This is a great spot for anyone looking for a positive & enjoyable experience. Highly recommend!

May 19, 2026
on Google
Glen
5.0

Poutine was amazing, Greek Salad my wife ate was super fresh & delicious!

May 19, 2026
on Google
Alexandra
5.0

De bonnes poutines comme de bons burgers, frites délicieuses, très bon accueil, service rapide & efficace malgré le monde. Une bonne adresse !

May 19, 2026
on Google
Nicolas
5.0

Le principe est top & les poutines excellentes. La'petite' version est déjà très garnie, les sauces & crèmes sont bonnes, la viande aussi. On s'est regalé & le service est rapide. Parfait

May 18, 2026
on Google
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