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Paul Patates

Corner diner doling out poutine, burgers & hot dogs in a snug, old-school setting.
Pointe St-Charles
4.6$
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Reviews for Paul Patates

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Review Summary

Paul Patates reads like a nostalgic Quebec casse-croute with a focus on classic fast food and a strong poutine game. Reviewers praise the poutine for crispy fries, fresh cheese curds, and a rich, well balanced gravy that sometimes carries a touch of sweetness, while the spruce beer is repeatedly hailed as a standout, a signature beverage people seek out, though one review notes it tastes more like root beer. The hot dogs are described as steamed with soft buns and generous garnishes, and burgers are often singled out for juicy patties and toasted buns. The overall vibe is retro and welcoming, with an old school feel and transfixing ambiance for those who appreciate a simple, honest diner experience. Service is quick and prices are reasonable, and many say the place is a must visit for a taste of classic greasy spoon charm, even if fries can be uneven and hours occasionally close early, so checking ahead is advised.
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Sophie
5.0

Wow que dire de la poutine elle est excellente les frites fraîches & croustillantes La sauce n'a pas trop le goût de BBQ malgré la couleur c'est une bonne sauce gravy & que dire du fromage frais. Le hot dog 🌭 etait aussi délicieux décor rétro & ils font même leurs propre bière d'épinette un grand coup de coeur ♥?

Mar 24, 2026
on Google
Paul
5.0

Une touche rétro & un accueil chaleureux
Depuis 1958, Paul Patates incarne l'authenticité des casse-croûte québécois. Avec son décor rétro, ses tabourets chromés & ses jukebox (même si parfois silencieux), l'endroit offre une expérience honnête, simple & conviviale.

Le fameux hot-dog vapeur, servi'all-dressed', obtient des louanges pour sa qualité : saucisse ferme & juteuse, bun moelleux, garnitures équilibrées.

La poutine, elle, est souvent qualifiée de « pure, impeccable » : frites croustillantes, sauce onctueuse bien dosée & fromage en grains frais qui croque sous la dent.

La bière d'épinette, signature gourmande
Une boisson unique : artisanale, brassée sur place selon une recette ancestrale, cette bière d'épinette séduit par sa saveur originale, rappelant parfois… l'ambiance des fêtes ! Un élément distinctif régulièrement cité parmi les meilleurs atouts de l'endroit.

Aug 10, 2025
on Google
Alain
5.0

Vraiment spécial & très rétro
Un incontournable

Feb 8, 2025
on Google
Justin
5.0

The poutine is fantastic. Also really enjoyed the pine soda. Prices were good. The atmosphere has a cool retro diner feel as you can see

Oct 6, 2024
on Google
Just
5.0

Une bonne ambiance retro accompagner d'une bonne patate frite & un choux moutard quoi de mieux!

Sep 3, 2024
on Google
Michel
5.0

La poutine est excellente , la Bière d'Épinette ! la meilleure que j'ai bu de ma vie WOW & que dire du service & de l'ambiance Retro :) une belle expérience.

Aug 8, 2024
on Google
Luc
4.0

Retour au siècle dernier, sauf pour les prix! ;-) Très bon service, bonne qualité, ambiance retro peu confortable, mais il faut y aller au moins une fois dans sa vie...

Apr 25, 2024
on Google
Dominique
5.0

Très bonne poutine & bière d'epinette. Ambiance rétro. des lieux super .

Jan 11, 2024
on Google
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