QDC Burger delivers a refined approach to classic comfort food by focusing on high-quality ingredients and precise culinary techniques. Each burger features premium beef patties seared to perfection, paired with fresh brioche buns and house-made toppings that define the menu. The kitchen specializes in elevating traditional poutine by using authentic squeaky cheese curds and rich, savory gravy that coats thick-cut potatoes. Every dish reflects a commitment to flavor consistency and structural integrity, ensuring a satisfying meal in a modern, casual setting. The establishment prioritizes bold, straightforward tastes that highlight the core elements of gourmet fast-casual cuisine. Patrons encounter a focused menu that emphasizes the synergy between texture and seasoning in every component served. This dedication to craft results in a distinct culinary identity centered on indulgence and quality.
QDC Burger is frequently praised for its high-quality, steakhouse-grade ingredients and unique menu options, with many patrons describing the burgers and fries as among the best they have ever experienced. While many visitors highlight the welcoming, passionate service and the vibrant, lively atmosphere, opinions on the restaurant are notably mixed. Some guests appreciate the owner's intense dedication and personality, while others express discomfort with the loud music or reported unprofessional interactions between management and staff. Experiences regarding price and value vary significantly, as some diners find the premium cost justified by the quality of the meat, while others feel disappointed by specific service issues or perceived inconsistencies in food preparation.
Best Burger in Montreal🤩
We also ordered the short rib poutine & it was delicious!
Is it a little pricey?
Yes….but so worth it😜
The burger meat is fresh & grilled to perfection, so juicy, tasty & huge!
My hubby & I shared the 1/2 lbs cheeseburger with pork-belly bacon(delicious!) caramelized onions, with a short rib poutin, plenty of cheese curds & short-rib meat that melts-in-your-mouth! The Fries are the best we ever had!
This poutin is huge! perfect for 2 to share!
The service was also amazing! Thank you Dimitra for your wonderful service! Your kindness, great sense of humour & positive energy made our dining experience so enjoyable!
Everything was perfect🤩
Thank you again QDC, we will for sure be back❤?😋
Burger with egg was good. Service was pleasant, but no resolution for barely-touched poutine.
Edit to address owner comment: waiter was aware of our issue. He brought menu back because he saw we started looking at wall menu well after we started eating. I hope it was clear I would have been happy to buy another item (by fact we were looking at menu again), but when I asked if we'd still be charged for poutine that we didn't like he said yes he couldn't take it off after being cooked. He didn't suggest we could swap it out for a different item. During this time I presume he also saw one person had split their meal with other because he kept looking down at our plates that had a burger split up. So we just asked for the check, & he asked if we wanted to take poutine home to which we said no.
I thought it was important to leave this review because we both left feeling bad: we both were still hungry (each bought additional meal at nearby establishment) & didn't feel great about spending high price on food that we didn't eat (price understandable for this very touristy location, but would still expect better resolution).
I removed the part of my original comment on poutine taste because, as tourists, I'm not sure if that's typical for local poutine.
If you're reading the mixed reviews & hesitating - let me settle it for you.
People complain about the price. $28 for a burger, fries, & a drink. Here's what they're missing: Peter is using USDA Prime & Canadian AAA beef, dry-aged richness, jumbo Cajun shrimp on the Surf & Turf, real Wagyu on the Wagyu burger, foie gras, black truffle, lobster - these are steakhouse-grade ingredients on a brioche bun. Go price out a steak dinner with these same ingredients anywhere in Old Montreal & come back to me about value. The Rico Opera alone eats like a fine dining experience compressed into a burger.
The fries are not an afterthought - they're some of the best in the city, served with a house garlic aioli you'll want to take home in a jar. The short rib poutine is decadent in the way poutine is supposed to be but almost never is. The French Dip might be the sleeper hit of the menu.
& then there's Peter. Some reviews call him intense. He is. He's a chef who cares deeply about how his food is meant to be eaten & isn't going to pretend otherwise to get a tip. If you walk in expecting a fast-food transaction, you'll be confused. If you walk in curious, ask him what to order, trust the recommendation, & pay attention to the plate in front of you - you'll get one of the best meals in Montreal & a real conversation with the guy who made it. That's not a flaw. That's the entire point.
This place was born out of Queue de Cheval, an institution of Montreal. The DNA is still there. You're not paying burger prices because it isn't a burger joint - it's a steakhouse that happens to put it between two buns.
Stop reading reviews. Just Go.
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May 11, 2026
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Me & 3 of my dudes on a wednesday drove from laval showed up at 10:30pm. We ordered the wagyu & steak burgers, the poutines & mac & cheese.
Let me say this…wow. Just wow. Exquisitely delicious. You know its delicious when eyes roll back at every bite.
Bonus : Interacting with the owner who is passionate even after being open for decades.
Stopped in for lunch on the last day of our trip here. The burgers, French dip, & short rib poutine were all delicious. Service was quick & friendly. If you don't like it here: you can't fix stupid!
The hostess was really nice & accommodating. However, I couldn't be served in French by the guy at the counter, which was unfortunate. The food was good, but it didn't say on the menu that the mac & cheese is spicy, which I wish would've been disclosed to me, & that the classic poutine's sauce taste more like bbq sauce than gravy.
Was a great & quick food experience. The staff were amazing. Poutine was a large portion but didn't love it. Was still good. My buddy had a burger & loved it
SUPERB burger! Stopped in here on a cold February evening for some comfort food & that's exactly what I got. I sat at the large counter area & ordered a burger the waiter had recommended, short rib poutine, & a glass of wine. It was completely decadent & totally worth it! Everything was delicious to every last bite. I highly recommend!
Incredible food. We stopped here randomly, & it delivered & delighted. The burgers were fantastic. Patties made to order, served on a slightly toasted soft brioche bun. We got the Lefty which was cooked perfectly, juicy, & made me smile. The poutine was ridiculous, gave me a tear in the eye. Get me a bowl & a cot to take a nap after. The attention to detail on execution of each dish was like a fine dining establishment but grounded. But don't dare come here if you like your burgers cooked well done & drowned in ketchup, this is not for you!
