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Le Roy Jucep

Le Roy Jucep serves the legendary original poutine that put Drummondville on the culinary map.

Drummondville
4.2$
OPEN7 am - 9 pm
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Le Roy Jucep stands as an iconic pillar of Quebec culinary heritage, famously recognized as the birthplace of poutine. The menu focuses exclusively on this signature dish, featuring a massive variety of toppings ranging from traditional beef and bacon to more adventurous culinary combinations. Each serving utilizes signature brown sauce paired with squeaky, fresh cheese curds atop a bed of golden, crispy fries. The environment functions as a classic roadside snack bar, prioritizing speed, efficiency, and the uncompromising quality of its core comfort food offerings. Patrons encounter a no-frills, utilitarian space designed for immediate consumption of high-calorie, authentic regional staples. This institution maintains a strictly singular focus on perfecting the art of potato, gravy, and curd preparation through time-tested methods that define the provincial identity of Canadian snack bars.

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4.2552 ratings
5★
58%
4★
21%
3★
9%
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4.2552 ratings
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3★
9%
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Le Roy Jucep is widely recognized as a historic destination for those seeking a traditional diner experience and, notably, a claim to the origins of poutine. Many visitors appreciate the charming retro atmosphere, the generous portion sizes, and the variety of menu options, including breakfast, club sandwiches, and numerous poutine styles. While the service is frequently described as friendly and efficient, experiences can be inconsistent, with some guests encountering slower service or issues regarding food temperature. The signature poutine sauce, which features a distinctively sweet flavor profile, tends to divide opinion, as it remains a highlight for some who appreciate its authenticity while others find it less to their personal taste. Despite occasional critiques regarding consistency and modern operational challenges, the establishment remains a popular stop for those passing through Drummondville who wish to connect with a piece of Quebecois culinary history.
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Yosef
5.0

This is the place where you can find the original POUTINE, the national dish of Canada 🇨🇦. We try the original with the chesse underneath & the trio (to try a bit of 3 choices). & also the original orange juice, very juicy! Remember to choose one of the two sauces, you can also take both. Feeling the ambience of the 50s with photos of celebrities & maybe yours as well. Don't forget you're in the Quebec so you gotta speak up clearly & practice parlez français!!!

May 12, 2024
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Rejean
5.0

J'ai décidé sur un coup de tête aujourd'hui de faire de la route & aller essayer cette endroit, si je ne me trompe pas c'est où que la poutine fût créée. Je n'ai vraiment pas été déçu car c'était très bon. Moi & mes enfants avons adoré !! Je recommande à tous!!

May 11, 2024
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Martine
4.0

Beau petit resto, j'ai bien aimé la petite section rétro. Pour ma part, j'ai moins aimé leur sauce poutine, elle était sucrée & c'est pas ma spécialité, quoique je ne regrette pas du tout de l'avoir essayée. Si vous n'aimez pas la sauce sucrée, ils ont d'autre choix aussi.

Apr 26, 2024
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Bernard
5.0

Déco très sympa, serveuses accueillantes & souriantes. Je reviendrai avant de rentrer à Paris le 25 avril 2024.

Apr 13, 2024
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Aafia
4.0

Only fitting to try poutine for the first time at the site of its invention. I don't completely understand the dish's popularity but I think the version Roy Jucep served was well made & I enjoyed trying it. Burgers were eh. Though the poutine was very rich, I'm glad I made room at the end to try the poutine dessert because that was the absolute highlight of the meal. I loved the French toast-like texture of the churro fries. Super cute diner atmosphere

Apr 11, 2024
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Andre
4.0

Bon service. Bonne bouffe.

Apr 8, 2024
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Vassif
4.0

The food was good but not more. The traditional poutine sauce is a bit sweet. it depends if you like that. The hot dog was a massive letdown. The atmosphere was great. & we got to meet the lady who invented poutine.

Apr 8, 2024
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Karine
4.0

Service un peu bof, mais la sauce à poutine est vraiment bonne. La carnitas avec la guacamole était une belle surprise savoureuse!

Apr 7, 2024
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Francois
4.0

Se n'est pas l'inventeur de la poutine même si ils persistent à s'en promouvoir Ca débuter à Victoriaville quand le fromage en crotte venait de la fromagerie victoria Un routier anglophone que demandais à chaque fois Putt in the cheese on the french fries Voilà la vrai histoire & que a drummondville pas de fromagerie existante a cette époque

Apr 6, 2024
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Stephane
5.0

Choix très variés de poutines. La meilleure.

Mar 31, 2024
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