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Montreal Poutine

Old Montreal
4.1$
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Montreal Poutine Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
PoutineSmoked Meat
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About

Montreal Poutine delivers an authentic interpretation of Quebec culinary traditions through a focused menu centered on fresh ingredients. Hand-cut potatoes undergo precise frying to achieve an ideal golden texture, providing a structural base for thick, savory gravy. The inclusion of squeaky, high-quality cheese curds ensures the essential pull and richness expected by local enthusiasts. Smoked meat offerings feature slow-cured beef brisket sliced thin to preserve tenderness and seasoning intensity. This establishment prioritizes the classic composition of these staple dishes, emphasizing proper ratios of potato to sauce and cheese. Patrons encounter a straightforward environment where the engineering of the poutine remains the primary technical objective. Every preparation adheres to established regional standards, prioritizing ingredient integrity over unnecessary culinary embellishment or complex plating techniques throughout the diverse selection of menu variants.
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5★
59%
4★
14%
3★
8%
2★
16%
1★
2%

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Reviews for Montreal Poutine

Food
Service
on Google3.9 (3600+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
59%
4★
14%
3★
8%
2★
16%
1★
2%

Review Summary

Montreal Poutine is widely recognized for its generous portions and high-quality comfort food, particularly its signature poutine topped with fresh cheese curds and flavorful gravy. Many visitors appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, the historic building's charm, and the beautiful outdoor courtyard, which serves as an ideal setting for enjoying a meal in the heart of the city. While the staff frequently receives praise for being friendly, efficient, and accommodating to large groups, the experience is occasionally tempered by issues such as the absence of complimentary tap water, concerns regarding the pricing of bottled water, and occasional lapses in service speed or seating comfort. Overall, it remains a popular destination for those seeking a quintessential Montreal dining experience.
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This was probably the best poutine I have had during my trip to Montreal. It had the perfect amount of gravy & cheese. We ordered one to share & ended up ordering a second because it was that good. I'm honestly surprised this place only has a 3.9-star rating; it definitely deserves higher!

Jun 29, 2026
on Google

Wow! This is an impressive poutine, which is a bold statement for a city famous for its poutines. First & foremost, it was delicious!! The portion is huge, the service is great, the outdoor terrace is fantastic & the price is very reasonable for the giant portion of fries, cheese, gravy & smoked meat in the one I ordered. Big menu full of options for everyone, I highly recommend.

Apr 24, 2026
on Google

This is hands down the best fries I've ever had. We're talking about poutine - & this place takes it to another level. Perfectly crispy, freshly cut fries, rich & flavorful gravy, & fresh cheese that ties everything together - an absolute explosion of taste.
On top of that, the staff is incredibly friendly & welcoming, which makes the whole experience even better.
Honestly, one of the best places I've ever tried. Highly, highly recommend - you have to try it!

Apr 3, 2026
on Google

We've tried several other poutines but this is by far the best one we've had. Loaded with gravy & cheese curds. Definitely would come back again.

Oct 25, 2025
on Google

absolutely loved the atmosphere-the terrace feels like a castle courtyard, a beautiful spot to relax & enjoy casual food. The smoked meat poutine was generous, loaded with cheese curds & meat, & definitely filling. The classic burger with cheese & bacon was hearty comfort food, & while the bacon came more like bits, it gave the whole burger a smoky flavor I enjoyed. Even the hot dog, simple as it was, hit the spot in its toasted bun. Overall, a fun & memorable place to enjoy Montreal staples in a gorgeous setting.

Sep 28, 2025
on Google
5.0

Montreal's best poutine in my opinion! The vibe of this spot in Old Montreal is so cute, the chips are fresh & crispy, with the most flavourful gravy & LOADS of cheese curds! The location is surrounded by cute streets to walk off your food coma. Highly recommend this as your poutine spot when you visit Montreal.

Sep 26, 2025
on Google

Loved the rustic Old Port atmosphere & the wait staff was professional & absolutely wonderful. We were a large group & it was made clear in a friendly & professional manner that there's an automatic gratuity added due to the size of our walk-in party. We were easily accommodated despite it being lunchtime.
The food however...
My only personal issue was the quality of smoke meat on the poutine. It was akin to overcooked minced meat & nothing like MTL smoke meat one would expect (especially for the price). The poutine sauce was as expected, cheese the perfect squeaky-curds & melted. The fries were decent too. Crispy, not the greasy spoon fast food you get from LBP.
I would return for a standard poutine next time maybe but am still quite disappointed with my smoke meat experience :(

Sep 6, 2025
on Google

No vegan option for poutine on the menu, the gravy contains gluten, not all waiters were able to inform us about allergens & there was no way to look it up, it took 3 people to bring us a QR code to the menu, there was lint in the drink of my partner, I received a different beer than ordered, there was a piece of cheese in my'vegan' poutine, I did not receive onions on my poutine even though it was ordered.

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

Fries: 7/10
Sauce: 6/10
Cheese: 4/10

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

The poutine was amazingggg! Fries were super crispy but soft, gravy was a little sweet which was really nice, & the cheese was just chefs kiss. Would recommend

Jul 22, 2025
on Google