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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

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (20500+)
*as of 2026-08-05
5★
68%
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18%
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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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Nous avons passé un bon moment. Très bon accueil. Serveuse sympa & dynamique. Service rapide. Toutes les poutines étaient bonnes, ainsi que le burger. À refaire 😉

Mar 18, 2024
on Google

Love T Rex poutine!

Mar 17, 2024
on Google

Best vegetarian putine .

Mar 17, 2024
on Google

Très bonne poutine. Beaucoup de variété & d'innovation. Le service est rapide, les prix sont corrects, le seul défaut c'est l'ambiance, on se croirait un peu dans une cantine du secondaire mais je pense que c'est l'ambiance auquel il faut s'attendre.

Mar 12, 2024
on Google
5.0

La poutine savoyarde était vraiment délicieuse & le personnel très sympathique & chaleureux ! Je comprends la renommée de l'adresse. Nous y sommes allé vers 16h & il y avait très peu d'attente.

Mar 12, 2024
on Google

The poutines are very tasty & there are a lot of choices out there ! The regular sizes are perfect because they fill you up quite fast. I recommend La Sud-Ouest. Though I have to mention that it's usually extremely crowded, so you might feel squeezed in with the other customers around you. Staff were very nice. If you take your car, you'll have to park outside on the street.

Mar 11, 2024
on Google

Très bon accueil. Meilleures poutines de Montréal. Prix raisonnables.

Mar 11, 2024
on Google

Your poutine restaurant exceeded my expectations! The fries were perfectly crisp, the cheese curds were delightfully gooey, & the gravy had an incredible depth of flavor. The portion size was generous, & the attention to detail in each element of the dish made it a truly satisfying experience. The cozy ambiance & friendly staff added to the overall enjoyment. I'll definitely be recommending your restaurant to friends & returning for another delicious poutine fix!

Mar 11, 2024
on Google

Meilleure poutine jamais manger 💪

Mar 10, 2024
on Google

There's usually always a wait, but the food is worth it!

Mar 10, 2024
on Google