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La Banquise Montreal RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise Montreal RestoMontreal.ca
La Banquise Montreal 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

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.

Details

Our Specialties

Poutine

Amenities, services & more

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.
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68%
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Reviews for La Banquise

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on Google4.4 (20400+)
*as of 2026-07-17
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Review Summary

La Banquise is widely recognized as a Montreal institution, celebrated for its extensive menu of creative poutine variations and generous portion sizes. While the restaurant is incredibly popular and frequently experiences long wait times and a lively, crowded atmosphere, many visitors find the high-quality food, fresh ingredients, and authentic taste worth the effort. The staff generally receives praise for being friendly and efficient, even during busy periods, though some guests note that the tight seating and occasional noise levels are part of the bustling experience. Whether stopping by for a classic version or trying a specialty, most patrons consider it a must-visit destination for those seeking a quintessential dining experience in the city.
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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

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

Always a fun & nice time.

May 27, 2026
on Google
5.0

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

May 26, 2026
on Google

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

May 26, 2026
on Google

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

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

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

May 24, 2026
on Google

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
on Google

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