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Poutine Centrale RestoMontreal.ca
Poutine Centrale RestoMontreal.ca
Poutine Centrale RestoMontreal.ca
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Poutine Centrale

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve
4.4$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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Comfort FoodPoutineBurgersSaladsGreat selection of beersResto-Bar

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We offer “skinned” fries cooked in beef fat for 20 kinds of poutine and homemade corn dogs, a juicy burger – all that is an urban local of Hochelaga.

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Capacity: 55 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac
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on Google4.3 (1800+)
*as of 2026-06-24
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Review Summary

Poutine Centrale is widely celebrated as a premier destination for those seeking an authentic and delicious poutine experience in Montreal. Visitors frequently highlight the impressive variety of poutine options, noting that the fries are consistently fresh, the gravy is rich, and the cheese curds are perfectly squeaky. Beyond the food, the restaurant is praised for its welcoming and hip atmosphere, often described as a local gem with cool industrial decor and a friendly vibe that makes guests feel comfortable. While wait times can occasionally be longer during peak weekend hours, the staff members are consistently described as incredibly kind, helpful, and accommodating to both French and English speakers. Whether visiting after a trip to the botanical garden or simply hunting for the best comfort food in town, guests find the generous portions and quality ingredients make this spot a highly recommended destination.
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4.0

The guys working here were pretty nice, the restaurant it very cool inside, really liked how they designed the tables ans seats & the rest of the decor. The poutine was had was average I'd say. My wife got a classic, it was decent... I tried the MTL, a poutine with smoked meat ans dill pickle. I think it would have been better if the pickle was diced & all over rather than a few slices on the side.

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Very pleasant & the food is very good I recommend the classic (poutine centrale) but all toppings go well with it. I haven't tasted a single one that wasn't a good combination; which is often the main problem in non classic poutines.

Aug 1, 2025
on Google

On limited menu. Classic poutine is the best, but missed options with vegetables.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google

Fun little spot with tasty food at a good price, within easy walking distance of the Botanical Gardens. The classic poutine had a rich gravy & they were VERY generous with the cheese curds, which is always a plus. Nice fresh coleslaw with a tangy dressing, & a wide selection of premium soft drinks made it easy to round out the meal.

Staff is very friendly & were patient with an anglophone like myself; counter service was prompt, with food being brought out to the table. Restaurant is busy with takeout service, but the space is well appointed so you can relax with your food without feeling rushed. Atmosphere is hip without trying too hard, it definitely has that unique Montréal vibe!

Jul 7, 2025
on Google

The poutine was beyond mid even bad at sometimes we got the extra cheese to taste the average poutine which should taste good to mid as a classic in quebec here the fries were soggy & the cheese wasn't up to the task at hand it was small & didn't melt at times so it was hard to eat without scooping the whole thing in your mouth It costed around 30 something or 40 for two poutines regular size. The chairs were horrible!!! My back ached & I couldn't eat at some point because of the horrible pain of the awarkard seats. Overall felt like a horrible experience & a waste of money & time. The only redeemable thing was the staff the staff were amazing & kind thank you guys for making the experience somewhat enjoyable & sorry for the bad review.

May 9, 2025
on Google
5.0

We were visiting Montreal & our friends took us here. We had the classic & it was soooo delicious. The potatoes they use was so good. Gravy & cheese were not overpowering. One of the best poutines I've had. But the vibe was good & it was close to Mount Royal, Olympic stadium, biodome, botanical garden. Great spot!

May 7, 2025
on Google

Good prices, gravy & cheese are spot on but the fries were just a tad fried for too long ( had the classic poutine)

Oct 10, 2024
on Google

Very yummy poutine near Olympic stadium. We had the large classic & Montreal poutines both were more than enough people for our family of 4 (2 adults & 2 teens). Gravy is delicious & cheese curds parfait 😋.

Jul 24, 2024
on Google

If you are in the area & are craving a montreal classic (poutine), this is a good place to start. The selection is amazing. The service was fine . The restaurant is well decorated & clean. It's a semi open concept, meaning you can see the cook preparing your food. Which is a good bonus for me. Now for the negative. We did need to wait a little for our food, granted that 8 people went in ahead of us, & we all ordered at the same time. So, I'm not knocking it for that. For some reason, the guy at the front was doubling as a cashier & cook at the same time & worked alone for a while. (We went in close to lunch time. There is no reason for only one employee to be there). Another issue that we experienced was overcooked fries. This issue will usually make a break a poutine, but since the rest of the poutine was well topped & the gravy was food it ended up being passable. I am willing to try this restaurant again to see if the overcooked fries were a result of being flooded with customers.

Jul 18, 2024
on Google

The poutine was classic...exactly what I was for. Gooey deliciousness! The burger was awesome!

Mar 14, 2024
on Google