Poutine Centrale offers a standout dining experience characterized by its authentic, high-quality poutine featuring fresh-cut fries, flavorful gravy, and perfectly squeaky cheese curds. The restaurant boasts a unique industrial-chic atmosphere filled with plants and interactive features that create a welcoming, memorable environment for visitors and locals alike. Guests consistently praise the extensive menu variety, which includes delicious smash burgers and handmade pogos, alongside options like the popular Philly cheesesteak and smoked meat poutine. The staff receives frequent commendations for being incredibly friendly, efficient, and bilingual, contributing to a hospitable vibe that makes the establishment a must-visit destination near local landmarks.
First time visiting, staff was very friendly & helpful. Fresh cut fries, squeaky cheese curds, & a peppery seasoned gravy. Atmosphere has a beautiful display of plants. Definitely will come back to try other menu items.
We're not from Canada, so we had to try the poutine while we were here-& it did not disappoint! The fries were crispy, the gravy was flavorful, & the cheese curds made it all come together. The service was great & they even let us sign the wall, which made the experience even more memorable. Definitely enjoyed our Canadian poutine experience!
Fries & gravy were delish, the gravy was not too salty & the fries were not too deep fried. The Korean BBQ flavor was SO spicy but everything was tasty. Get something with mushrooms!
Aug 15, 2026
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As someone with a background in the restaurant industry & extensive QSR experience, I understand operational efficiency. Watching at least six different parties, including ours, wait over 30 minutes for an order is completely unacceptable.
It is poutine. Fries, cheese, & gravy are prepped & ready to assemble, so a party of three or four should never wait longer than 8 minutes. I timed the orders as they came up, & individual poutines were taking over 8 minutes each to complete. The staff showed zero urgency, moving at a snail's pace regardless of how busy it was. Tournament food trucks serve crowds at three times this speed with a fraction of the setup, so there is really no excuse.
Extremely disappointing service. We will not be back.
Great little poutine spot! Perfect combination of squeaky cheese, delicious gravy & fresh cut fries! The burgers are great too!! Bonus, they spoke English!
This place is a hidden gem. The atmosphere was fantastic, & the food was delicious. For the $18 price point, I would have appreciated a bit more in terms of toppings & gravy, but overall the quality & taste were excellent. We found it by chance while walking, & I'm very glad we decided to stop in.
I feel bad rating a 2 because the guy was nice. He explained the limited menu right when we walked in, & the service was good. Genuinely - the poutine just wasn't great. The cheese was squeaky, but I felt there was no flavor to the gravy, & the fries tasted like old fair fries. It was also only two guys working, we got a dirty fork, & a glance into the kitchen area sent me spiraling because I'm a bit high maintenance with cleanliness & it just wasn't up to my standard. There were no glaring red flags, but I still was fighting back a panic attack over a freaking bowl of poutine! The tables aren't comfortable. They're a bit odd & don't work for young kids. The playlist was good, though. 90s vibe. Wouldn't return, personally but hope they can improve if this is their dream!
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!
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!
