Ma Poule Mouillée draws long lines and a bustling atmosphere, but is widely praised for enormous portions, strong value, and a signature mix of Portuguese rotisserie chicken and creative poutines topped with chorizo and bold sauces. The chicken is described as juicy and smoky from the charcoal grill, the fries are crispy, and the poutine can easily feed two or more, with many noting that the dish embodies a satisfying balance of indulgence and flavor. Still, visits can be chaotic with limited seating, crowds, and occasional service hiccups during peak times, and some reports mention cold fries or cartilage in the chicken. Desserts like pasteis de nata are beloved, and takeout or eating in the park is often recommended to dodge the crowd. Overall, the place is considered a must try for those seeking hearty, affordable Portuguese chicken and poutine, with most reviews agreeing that it is one of the best options in town despite the lines.
I ordered 2 meals To go, One chicken sandwich with fries & salad, The Other one , Half a chicken With fries & salade. they put everything in the same box, with the salad on top of the fries, when I got home, the salad was soggy & not edible… which ended up in the garbage , I don't see the common sense to put salad on top of fries in the same cardboard box. & another thing I had asked for extra sauce on the chicken & there was ZERO SAUCE on the chicken. Very disappointed, I won't be going back there again..
For the price point, you get a TON of food which is always a plus. However, the chicken was on the drier side & mild in flavour. Maybe my expectations were too high? I did skip out on the poutine so maybe that would've been the highlight of the meal. I got the half chicken with salad & fries - fries would've definitely been better as poutine. On their own, they were not very good.
I also wish service was more helpful. As first time visitors, it was a bit overwhelming to order, & the lady taking our order was very distracted & wasn't helpful in her recommendations.
Mar 11, 2026
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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.
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!
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.
Went here because of Somebody Feed Phil. 100% would come again. Enormous portion size, & every component was delicious. I got the half chicken with fries & salad. Authentic, filling, & thoughtful.
Si vous cherchez un endroit pour savourer un poulet portugais authentique & délicieux, ce restaurant est une excellente adresse. La nourriture est excellente, & même s'il y avait une longue file d'attente lors de ma visite, l'organisation a permis de réduire le temps d'attente. Vous avez aussi la possibilité de commander par téléphone, ce que je recommande vivement pour gagner du temps.
J'ai choisi le Combo Véronique, & c'était un vrai régal : un mélange varié comprenant de la saucisse (spectaculaire !), une salade fraîche & des pommes de terre savoureuses. J'apprécie aussi que les prix soient affichés taxes incluses, ce qui rend l'expérience plus simple & transparente.
En revanche, un petit point négatif a marqué mon expérience. J'étais avec un grand groupe & j'avais demandé à ce que le poulet, la salade & les pommes de terre soient servis séparément dans des plats distincts. On m'avait répondu que c'était possible, mais au moment de payer, tout avait finalement été mélangé. Au lieu d'expliquer clairement dès le départ que servir séparément entraînait un coût différent, on m'a simplement dit que'ce n'est pas comme ça que ça se fait'. Ce manque de communication m'a un peu déçue, car j'aurais volontiers payé le supplément si cela avait été précisé dès le départ. C'est la seule raison pour laquelle je ne donne pas cinq étoiles.
Côté recommandations : ne manquez pas les natas (délicieuses !)
While many tourists flock to La Banquise, locals often prefer this spot. The chicken here is beautifully cooked, tender, & juicy, making it a standout dish. Their poutine is also quite good, offering a hearty & satisfying option. To complete the meal, don't miss out on their desserts, which are both fresh & flavorful. The salads are a great addition too, balancing the richness of the main course. Altogether, it's a place that delivers both quality & authenticity.
Sep 3, 2025
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Ordered their chicken with fries & salad... Chicken was amazing...crispy skin & juicy inside with so much flavor...well seasoned & crispy fries...will definitely come back again....
Bon poulet, excellente frite & salade fraîche en accompagnement. Service rapide malgré le grand achalandage. Très chaud pour manger à l'intérieur, si vous trouvez une place, car petit & moins de 30 places assises.
Avons bien aimé...nous avons manger la poutine mais c vraiment pas notre préférer mais étais bonne.sans plus
Mais on y retourne pour la salade elle a l'air hyper bonne
& les prix sont non dispendieux pour la grosseur hyper généreuse
The quality for the price is outstanding! Great chicken! I've been here at least 20+ times & I've tried everything from the poutine to the salad, I have never had a bad experience here
Jun 9, 2025
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We ordered take out chicken, poutine, & salad. The salad was great, fresh & lightly dressed. The poutine was everything you expect, & the chicken was delicious, well seasoned & perfectly cooked.
Maybe the best chicken in Montreal, definitely the best Portuguese style chicken. Must try the chicken sandwich with salad & fries. Also the poutine is incredible topped with chicken & chorizo. If the weather is nice, take it to go & go eat in the park.
Best Portuguese chicken in town! The food is always fresh, with generous portions at a great price. Their chicken is perfectly cooked, with options for spicy or mild to suit any taste. The chicken sandwiches are loaded with flavor, & the chorizo is smoky, juicy, & a must-try. The combos are a fantastic deal, & the chicken salad meals are fresh & filling. The poutine is absolutely delicious, especially with chicken, chorizo, or a mix of both-it's the perfect comfort food. This spot is always busy for a reason. Highly recommend for authentic & flavorful Portuguese dishes!
