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Montreal Pool Room

Downtown
4.4$
OPEN10:30 am - 4 am
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Montreal Pool Room Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
BurgersPoutineComfort FoodCasse-Croute (Snack Bar)

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Reviews for Montreal Pool Room

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Service
on Google4.1 (1000+)
*as of 2026-04-01
5★
67%
4★
16%
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7%
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Review Summary

Montreal Pool Room is described as a legendary, old-school Montreal institution with a divey but charming vibe where simple staples like steamed hot dogs, poutine, and fries are served quickly and at great value. The core appeal centers on the steamed buns and dogs, rich gravy and onions in the poutine, and classic toppings, with many calling the hot dogs among the best in town and the poutine consistently tasty, though opinions on fries and authenticity vary. The venue is cash only, sometimes with an ATM inside, which fits its no-frills character, and the place is often praised as a must-visit, especially after a night out, backed by fast friendly service and a nostalgic atmosphere. While some notes about cleanliness or ambiance exist, the overall sentiment is a dependable, nostalgic stop that delivers traditional Montreal comfort food at affordable prices.
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The hot dog was great. Ask them to put everything on it. You won't regret it (unless you have allergies of course). The food isn't the only thing special about the place though. Walking in, you'll quickly realize this location is a neighborhood fixture. They have all kinds of people coming in that look like they just got off of work or are in the midst of a night on the town. You can tell many of these people are regulars based on the rapport they have with the staff. Then there's the pictures on the wall. Photos that show the kind of pride they have in their business. I only had one meal there but if I lived in Montreal, I'd like to count myself as a regular. Oh & it's cash only, but they have an ATM.

Sep 21, 2023
on Google

La meilleure poutine! Un monument montréalais qui a fait ses preuves. La salle à manger est petite, mais l'ambiance kitsch & vintage est superbe! Je ne peut que recommander.

Sep 16, 2023
on Google

Reminds me of the good old days.

Sep 13, 2023
on Google

Fun place, friendly guys working there, food was hot & good.

Sep 11, 2023
on Google

Absolument plus rien à voir avec le Montréal Pool Room d'époque... L'endroit est sale & aucunement accueillant, on a l'impression de déranger les employés qui ne semblent aucunement avoir envie d'être là. Les frites sont molles & graisseuses, les steamés sont corrects mais ça n'a rien à voir avec les hot dogs goûteux du temps... Une bouteille de ketchup collante & une petite salière pour l'ensemble du restaurant.
Ça faisait un bon moment & c'était la toute dernière fois pour moi.

Sep 10, 2023
on Google
5.0

One of the best late night poutines you can get. Steamies are on point too.

Sep 9, 2023
on Google