Reviews consistently describe Ma Poule Mouillée as a go to spot for generous portions of Portuguese chicken and a standout poutine, with prices that feel like a great value for the amount of food. The chicken is repeatedly praised for being juicy and well seasoned, often charcoal grilled, and the chorizo poutine is a frequent highlight, though some tasters find the poutine heavy or the fries can be cold or soggy if not fresh. Crowds and long lines are common, but service is often fast and staff described as friendly, with a warm, busy atmosphere that keeps the place lively. Desserts and pasteis de nata are noted as a nice finish, and many reviewers mention the value and portion size being suitable for sharing, sometimes with a small poutine enough for two. The casual, affordable vibe near Parc Lafontaine is frequently cited, making Ma Poule Mouillée a trusted choice for those craving authentic Portuguese flavors and a satisfying meal.
An old friend took me here when he was in town & I was blown away. Best portuguese food I've had since I was in Portugal!
We had huge plates of perfect rotisserie chicken, Fries, Salad. All proper food which speaks right to your soul.
Table space was limited but the two of us were able to share a 4 top with another pair of friends & the four of us ended up chatting about life while we had our meals together. It felt very human to be able to share a meal with strangers like that. Overall experience was great & I'll definitely show this place to my friends.
We travelled from Toronto to Montreal to try their famous poutine. But it wasn't anything special, you can get the same taste literally anywhere.. It was good but nothing special.
This is a wonderful dive. It's not too much to look at & be prepared to wait; but, man, that food is so worth it. The portions are cartoonishly big & the food is soulful. The poutine is balanced & very flavorful & the chicken is moist & tasty. It looks like a greasy spoon, but there is nothing greasy about it. I will definitely eat here every time I am in Montreal!
A friend in Ottawa told us to check this place out, & we are so glad we did! My friend & I shared the chicken & chorizo sandwich, with mild sauce, fries & salad on the side. Everything was so good! The fries were crispy, the sandwich had no need for extra fluff & stuff.... meat, bread, sauce. Delicious! We went at 4:00 on a Thursday afternoon, so parking was relatively easy, & we were able to get seating easily as well. Highly recommend!
Their grilled calamari & Portuguese chicken were AMAZING! The chicken still tasted delicious even when it was cold. They truly worked some magic with their sauce. I didn't try their famous poutine, & now I really regret it. I'll definitely be coming back when I get the chance!
Feb 19, 2026
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Holy moly. The food here is awesome! Really great value for money, too. The staff were super super friendly & helpful, we were even serenaded with some Édith Piaf!
La nourriture était excellente, par contre le service reste un peu à désirer, c'était ma première fois & il y avait personne devant moi, j'ai attendu au moins 7-10 minutes j'ai du demander à la jeune femme pour savoir comment ça fonctionnait la commande comme elle semblait ne pas me voir depuis tout ce temps. C'est un autre client qui m'a indiqué que je devais prendre ma commande au comptoir de l'entrée…
I came back because I really enjoyed my first visit, but this time was disappointing. I asked to switch the fries for rice, but the change wasn't made. Since the place was fully packed & there was nowhere to eat, we only noticed when we got home. I also didn't receive the salad. Compared to my last visit, the quality has definitely gone down. It still tasted decently good, but I'm disappointed.
Feb 14, 2026
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Excellente rôtisserie portugaise à Montréal avec une poutine à tomber par terre 🍗🧀 !Ironie du sort : elle est juste en face du restaurant le plus populaire pour la poutine… mais honnêtement, la leur est bien meilleure. À ne pas manquer si vous voulez goûter une poutine délicieuse sans faire la file !
⚠? Attention tout de même, manger sur place est extrêmement compliqué, car il y a peu de places assises. En été, profitez-en pour aller la déguster au parc La Fontaine.
