Chez Gaston is the kind of hidden gem you almost don't want to tell people about. It's tiny--maybe…read moreten seats if you squeeze--but it feels like stepping into a time capsule in the best way. Old‑school charm, family‑run warmth, and a friendly vibe that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit. When it gets busy (and it does), it's perfect for takeout. I tried the Trio 3 Combo, and wow. The hot dog comes wrapped in butter‑toasted white bread and topped with creamy coleslaw--simple, nostalgic, and ridiculously satisfying. The small poutine that comes with it is loaded with squeaky cheese curds. Not a sprinkle... a mountain. Then there's the Gaston Poutine. This one is a full meal: heaps of cheese curds, crispy bacon, and ground beef all swimming in rich gravy. Hearty, comforting, and honestly one of the best poutines I've ever had. If you love supporting small, local, family‑owned spots--and you appreciate classic Quebec comfort food done right--Chez Gaston is absolutely worth the stop

This place was recommended by a local and it did not disappoint. The potatoes were a bit sweet (I…read morenoticed Quebec fries are usually like this) which isn't a bad thing. Cheese was squeaky although I wish it was more melted and hot.

I'm giving out five stars because Chez Ashton is everything a poutine should be. However, keep in…read moremind that I'm severely biased on this one. Why? Saint-Louis-de-France is the neighbourhood I grew up in, and this particular Ashton location has not changed since 1997. Hence the nostalgia. I have actually never eaten anything but poutine at Ashton. It's not a fancy place, so the only toppings available are hot-dog, Dulton (grounded meat), extra cheese/sauce and whatnot. I suppose that if I was more objective, I would say fries are average and taste a bit oily (they recently started using smaller ones to get more crisp, but I'm not sure I agree on the decision). The cheese is proper (squeaky = fresh). The gravy is great, but many non-locals are not used to how thin it is. In fact, it should probably be called "sauce" (it's meant to soak the fries). So, Ashton is basically the most endearing comfort food for locals, and just generic fast-food for many outsiders. I call it my own favorite, but it also made my quest for poutine very difficult in Montreal... Tip: In winter, there's rebate if temperature fall lower than -20'C. So -34'C means 30% rebate.

I felt disappointment even before I walked in while I was driving into the parking lot. Let's begin…read morewith the poutine. This is by far not the best poutine in Quebec. La Belle Province and Les Restaurants Lafleur have better and these are chain restaurants. The fries have a funny taste of them, as if they were fried in oil used to fry the hamburgers. The sauce just doesn't seem right either. The cheese on the other hand is on par for poutine cheese. As for the hamburger, it's nothing special. I got bacon cheeseburger with barbecue sauce, it tastes like any other bacon cheeseburger. Note to all, the patties are fried and not grilled. I'm a send of charbroiled hamburgers over the fried version. So the hamburger really didn't do anything for me. I have to say the taste is pretty good though. Overall, it's not a bad place it's just not a must go to place.

Good old Ashton, most popular at any food court in Quebec!…read moreCan't go wrong with a mini or even bébé anytime, really. I prefer mine with sausages on top, but there's of course people who prefere ground meat (Dulton). Pretty inexpensive, filling, and delicious. This particular Ashton still feels brand new, with shiny logos and counters. Service is always courteous and pretty fast for freshly made everything. A constant for anyone in Quebec, and anyone who loves poutine.

Americans familiar with the make-your-own-bowl dining situation will know how this place works…read more This is a fast food restaurant that I first spotted at the Quebec City mall food court. The passing trays looked amazing but we couldn't find seating to save our lives so we struck out to look for another location nearby. You start with a base: quinoa, rice, bulgur, fries (poutine), or lettuce. You choose a number of chicken tenders in one or two flavors, then choose from a variety of toppings. The staff here *understandably* is not great in English, which can of course change depending on where you go and when you come. This was one of our first stops before my high school/college French instruction "clicked on" again, so ordering was mildly stressful for our family. It would have been nice if there were some pre-designed bowl recipes to select from (like Cava, for example). For those of you willing to play the language barrier game, the sky is the limit in terms of how you can personalize your bowl. Like every Quebecois dining establishment, this fast food chain is head and shoulders above any American equivalent. Even their poutine (which can be messed up, I assure you) was among the top poutines I've eaten. This is a great place to grab a quick meal, as light or heavy as you require.

It is a rice bowl but from Canada. It offers tasty flame-grilled chicken bowls that are prepared to…read moreyour liking (like Subway or Chipotle's) They are brimming with ingredients like Canadian halal chicken fillets, lettuce, tomatoes, and more (Same as Subway), you can choose out of 16 garnishing, 4 bases, and 6 sauces. Make your bowl interesting. They offer a variety of grilled chicken with sauces. I ordered- 2 Rouge Bowls with my choice. Though the chicken pieces were small, it was flavorful, and one bowl was more than enough for me. The ambiance was good, big wall size glass, ordered at the counter got the food, and had fun!

The Le Chic Shack has the most out of this world authentic poutine! The potatoes were crispy under…read morea heavenly smooth sauce with beef, pickled onion and of course cheese curds galore! This was truly authentic, made from fresh potatoes, cheese curds and slow cooked shredded seasoned beef on top. The portion size they serve is generous. They have small and large bowl sizes with plenty of other poutine choice varieties. I also had a simple traditional burger which was delicious and a nice compliment with the poutine. The bun was super fluffy and the special sauce complimented the meat nicely. Service was very friendly and good came to the table quickly.

Le Chic Shack serves poutine, burgers, drinks, etc., a pretty comprehensive snacks/quick bite…read morejoint. It has a great view of the Chateau Frontenac and you can enjoy people watching from the bar seating. Service was super fast and the staff was great. They have tables and bar seating, lots of space for a several large groups. The food was hot and had a decent variety. Their drinks and great though, never seen a mango soda before... it was awesome! We had (as a snack from walking around): - Mango Soda: highly recommended, mango puree - Le Classique: poutine on cubed potatoes Great place to take a break in the area. Will have to try try signature fries, breakfast/brunch options, and other house sodas in future.

Very nice experience, had the P'Tit Don de 7 Millions de Quebec Aux Kings which was delicious…read more Above all else the service was prompt, friendly and especially welcoming as I barely speak any French. After a brief (poor) attempt at French the waitress was happy to switch to English which can be a big relief when visiting Quebec.

This place is very much like Chipotle but with a slightly greater selection…read more You have the usual suspects: tacos, burritos, bowls and salads. You have a wide variety of toppings and meats to choose from. You can customize your selection which is always a plus. Reason for 4 stars: customer service was great and selection was bigger than the usual fast food Mexican joints. The restaurant is also clean and has a modern decor. And what's more is that I wasn't charged extra for the guacamole!! That alone elevated my 3 star experience to 4 stars. The restaurant also offers a lot of convenient parking so it's an easy quick option for anyone looking for a semblance of Mexican food in Quebec, which admittedly is a very hard thing to find in a truly authentic form. This spot is a good enough options.

We ordered the La Belle (The Beauty) Burger ($25) and the Sausage Poutine ($18)…read more Even already considering it to be an artisanal or gourmet burger, I personally find it just a tad bit expensive at $25. I did enjoy eating the burger. The juicy and savory patty was balanced with the sweetness of the fig jelly and caramelized onions. For the burger's side, instead of going wih the fries we went with mac & cheese and paid extra. The mac & cheese is an easy recommend. Our other order was the Sausage poutine. The Sausage poutine was OK to good. I would not consider it among my favorite takes on Poutine, but it is still well worth the try. Service was excellent. Our waiter was bilingual in French and English and helped us with the ordering experience. He also occasionally checked up on our section of the restaurant conversing with different tables in English or French as required. The setting of the restaurant was interesting in that there is like a bar section bordered by like a balcony or terrace, and the more quiet section where we were seated facing outwards to the mall. The bathrooms are by the middle part where the guest entrance is. The walls and tiling of the place has so much character with picture frames, an arcade, and all the photos posted.

Second night in Quebec. I'm ballin' like baseball's Aaron Judge does! Rock and roll bar is up next:…read more'The Beauty and the Beef' on the main highway. Atmosphere is dark, very acoustic with high ceilings. 20 tables. It's perched on a second level, atop the highway. Staff is kind and service good. The cheese curds are spongy. The Canada whiskey I inquired about; they did not have. A Canadian bar without whiskey. The place is perfect for millennials drinking 'fake-tinis'. The evening when I came in for dinner, was kind of dead. Bumping music, rocker wall-art, anarchy and music decor: wide-ranged burger menu that offers everything from one topped with eggs, to fried onion, avocado and lots of variations. It is burger heavy. Food tastes pre-packaged. Order beers from a bar tap, not shots. Bottles are for show. Review: 3