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La Banquise RestoMontreal.ca
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La Banquise

La Banquise is known throughout the world for its famous poutines.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.5$ & $$
OPENOpen 24Hrs
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Casse-Croute (Snack Bar)PoutineBurgersRegionalBreakfastSaladsVegetarianVegan Options

About us

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.

Our Specialties

Poutine

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Interac, ATM machine

More details

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.
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67%
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Reviews for La Banquise

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on Google4.4 (20000+)
*as of 2026-04-19
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18%
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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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On m'avait recommandé ce lieu pour manger une bonne poutine & bien c'était une très bonne recommandation ! Le service est dynamique & efficace. On m'avait conseillé la taille regular pour la poutine & c'est en effet bien suffisant même si on est un bon mangeur. Niveau goût, c'était vraiment excellent & très bien servi ! J'y suis arrivé vers 11h30 & j'ai pu trouver facilement une table. Lorsque je suis parti, il y avait au moins 10 mètres d'attente à l'extérieur. Encore merci pour cette très bonne expérience !

Nov 7, 2023
on Google

My favourite spot for late-night poutine after a night on the town. Never disappoints!

Oct 22, 2023
on Google

Quel dommage ! les frites pas suffisamment cuites. La sauce était bonne & la poutine servie très chaude

Oct 21, 2023
on Google

I was on a mission for good poutine & I found it!! I can't recall which one I got I just asked for their recommendation, I think it was some -clix or something. It had a ton of smoked meat on-top & was very delicious & filling. It's cool that it's 24hr & even when I came at 4am it was still lively inside.

Oct 20, 2023
on Google

This is where authentic poutine is sold.

Oct 5, 2023
on Google

The best place for Poutine in Montreal. I have been several times. Delicious cheese curds. So much variety of poutine. I highly recommend this place

Oct 5, 2023
on Google

Endroit à ne pas manqué, leur poutine sont absolument délicieuse.

Oct 4, 2023
on Google

La meilleure poutine que j’ai eut l’occasion de manger au Canada il y a toujours un peu d’attente mais ça en vaut le coup

Sep 22, 2023
on Google
5.0

On dit que c'est la meilleure poutine de Montréal & je comprends pourquoi. C'était très bien ! Je recommande

Sep 21, 2023
on Google

Restaurant ouvert 7/7 jours & 24h/24h offrant une grande variété de poutines & d'autres bons trucs à manger!! J'y suis retourné après plusieurs années & j'ai trouvé que c'était encore meilleur qu'avant! C'était un beau dimanche vers 22h30 & le resto était rempli à craquer & nous avons opté pour le take-out, il y avait une ligne devant nous mais en une trentaine de minutes nous avons reçu nos poutines. Nous avons mangé, près de l'endroit à l'extérieur, sur des tables à picnic mises à notre disposition. Vraiment agréable! 🙂 Nous avons pris les poutines Elvis & la Mart, les ingrédients était frais & délicieux. Les agencements de saveurs étaient bien équilibré, c'était chaud & dans un emballage biodégradable! 👍La gentille serveuse était polie & souriante & elle a pris le temps de nous conseiller malgré l'achalandage, c'était super!
Je recommande ++ (j'ai oublié de prendre les poutines en photos... la prochaine fois! 😊)

Sep 21, 2023
on Google

Très grand choix de Poutine, la terrasse est un peu petite, & les poutines sont bien servies

Sep 20, 2023
on Google

On a passé un super moment, les poutines étaient excellentes, le service nickel bref rien n'a dire.
D'ailleurs si vous n'êtes pas trop poutine, ne vous inquiétez pas il y a également des burger où autres !

Sep 7, 2023
on Google

Royale poutine was fantastic with feta cheese added. 10/10. Take out but all staff were super pleasant & catering to a mon-French speaking Winnipeger. Thanks Montreal,

Sep 6, 2023
on Google

Superbe expérience à la Banquise à ne pas manquer si vous passez à Montréal !
Poutines très généreuses & très abordables !
J'ai adoré la poutine Panoramix, qui était servie avec de la viande fumée (boeuf).
Je recommande très vivement !

Sep 5, 2023
on Google

loads of options, amaaazing poutine of course (we got the royale with pulled pork, apple, & bacon), neat decor, & friendly servers :)

always a fav when we're in town!

Sep 5, 2023
on Google

Poutine fantastiche, personale gentile e accogliente. Molta fila per entrare smaltita in pochissimo tempo.

Sep 5, 2023
on Google

This place is the best for poutine!! Always busy & unfortunately they don't take reservations. If you decide to wait, there is no room to stand...most times you are outside. But make sure to check in every so often.

Sep 5, 2023
on Google
NicoGuay23
12 Reviews
4.5

Poutine excellente & toujours un service honnête malgré les périodes achalandées

Sep 2, 2023
5.0

Delicious Poutine, the best in the Town of Montréal. But felt that one of the girl staff was racist & arrogant. I felt like shit for the rest of the night.

Feb 3, 2022
Mangako
5 Reviews
1.0

If you want to have service & feel welcome. Well this isn't the place you should go. Treated like you're shit just for asking more water while waiting almost an hour for a poutine that's so bland you can barely say it's from Québec & just a ripoff... welp won't see me again nor my friends.

Sep 29, 2019