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    La Banquise

    4.0 (2.4k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Anna A.

    This poutine place was recommended by a lot of travellers so we picked this place for our poutine meal. There was a line up already when we arrived. But lineup wasnt too long, we waited for about 15mins All of the poutines on the menu were tempting and we decided on the la savoyarde which has bacon, onions and sour cream. It was very good! the gravy was on point for its saltiness and consistency. Went very well with the sour cream We also tried the chicken burger and the classic coleslaw. It was definitely one of the best coleslaw i have tried. Not creamy and it has the right balance of tanginess. It was also a good price too for the given large quantity Service was absolutely friendly and efficient. I would love this poutine restaurant to open up outside of montreal!

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    Harold D.

    If you want a really good poutine experience, I recommend coming here. The smoked meat they put on top of the poutine fries reminds me of brisket from Texas. Very flavorful, juicy, good amount - they don't skimp on the serving. I washed it all down with a banana wheat beer which was perfect. I tried their chocolate cake dessert because I didn't feel like going out and searching for a dessert spot. It wasn't for me but it was still pretty good.

    Suzanne C.

    We were told it's a must try while in town, it sure didn't disappoint us! Very tasty and delicious food, fun ambiance and large portions.

    "Bacon Poutine", regular size
    Jake C.

    Everything they say about the place (and the poutine) is true. Find a little time to stop by, your soul will thank you. The interior was colorful, cozy, bustling, and friendly. Service was warm and fast. The poutine was an absolute highlight of my time in Montreal. This shop may have ruined Massachusetts poutine for me, I fear I'll be doomed to chase my memory of La Banquise every time I see poutine on the menu elsewhere.

    The classic
    Yoko N.

    This 24/7 poutine shop was unassuming and quiet on the outside on New Years's Day but packed inside and by the time we left there was a line 15 people deep standing in the freshly fallen snow. The classic is excellent - well flavored gravy generously poured on hot and crispy fries with cheese curd tucked in throughout the pile of fries, not just the top. They also pile on the extra toppings if you order them. The regular size looks small but very filling and the large is enormous, not for the faint hearted (pictured are regular sizes).

    We ordered one Sud-Ouest and a different one with fromage de chèvre ! All delicious but sud- Ouest hits different with tasty guacamole!:).
    Maggy M.

    We ordered one Sud-Ouest and a different one with fromage de chèvre ! All delicious but sud- Ouest hits different with tasty guacamole!:). We arrived before people started queuing outside .... So lucky ! Nice poutines but quite heavy even on a regular size ! Definitely a Must-go place ..:

    La Sud-Ouest
    Jason M.

    When in Canada, poutine is almost mandatory. I knew I wanted to try some while I was visiting the city - but where? After some research I found La Banquise and made it my intention to check them out. My desire was augmented by the fact that I also visited Ma Poule Mouillée which is their direct competitor that sits catty corner. Wanting to see how La Banquise compared, we made plans for a late lunch. As we approached, we were (expectedly) greeted with a line. It's organized into two sides - one if you're planning to dine in and another to order takeout. We were in no rush, so we decided to wait and see how long it would be for a table - and surprisingly, it took less than 10 minutes for us to be seated. The decor was super casual, filled with color pictures everywhere depicting figures from pop culture. The space is also fairly large, though because of its popularity it was super crowded with tables close together - we were packed in. It almost goes without saying, but the star of the menu is poutine - so many poutines in a variety of flavor combinations. While there are a few other items on the menu, we were there for poutine - and judging by what was on the surrounding tables, so was everyone else. The selection is almost overwhelming, but I ultimately went with the La Savoyarde. In addition to the standard ingredients, this contained bacon, onion, Swiss cheese, and sour cream. The dish was good - fries were crispy, and the extras worked well with each other. I was especially impressed with the bacon as the flavor was definitely there but it didn't overpower any of the other ingredients. Service was fast, as expected - they need to turn over those tables but at the same time we didn't feel rushed. Overall, I enjoyed my La Banquise experience; I think their competitor has a slight edge, but that's really more my personal taste and honestly my opinion could have been different if I had ordered a different poutine. That being said, I would definitely return - and since they're open 24 hours, that should't be a problem.

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    Clara C.

    This is the spot for poutine. They're open 24 hours. They have a line on the right for dining in and to the left for take away. I was here past midnight, and it took almost an hour from getting in line to getting my number called with the order. I ordered two small sizes: classique CAD$9.95 and T-rex CAD$15.50. I liked the T-rex better. Is this the best poutine in Montreal? I haven't eaten enough poutine to be the judge of that, but I honestly thought it was good. Also the 24/7 hours is convenient. Credit card/Apple Pay accepted. Bathroom inside.

    The meat lovers option 5/5
    Carmen R.

    Checked off this meal from my Montreal bucket list and it was 5/5 experience It was worth the hype and the wait. We got lucky and were given a perfect table by the window. The options were endless but we settled on ordering the regular size classic poutine, La Fred Calliou (meat lovers) and classic burger. The food came out quickly and we ate it just as fast! The Fred Calliou was our favorite and all the different meats we're delicious and juicy. Definitely don't come alone! The portions are extremely generous and sharable. I'd love to come back to try their other innovative options. Service was also awesome... everyone was kind, attentive and welcoming. 5/5 experience across the board

    Carla C.

    Came here as this place has sooooo many reviews. No wait time weekday around noon. Very tight dining room where your shoulder to shoulder with others. $11.44 1 regular (not large) original poutine. Cheese curds were standard. There were enough. Gravy was good, wish there was more. Fries were very sweet which was interesting. Cooked well, I personally would have liked them crunchier/more cooked. I can't imagine eating 1 full one myself. Poutine to me seems more of a side than a main meal. So many fries. Overall maybe just me but north worth the hype especially if you would have to wait.

    The South West
    Lux P.

    Wow if this place could be described I would call it Poutine Heaven! La Banquise is the epitome of poutine in Montreal. The menu is huge with a wide variety of options to choose from! This place is always busy and you will need to wait some time before you get seated. It can get quite crammed in there and it is extremely loud because you are so closely seated with other people! Now let's dive into the food itself, honestly it's probably a top 5 poutine spot in Montreal and all of Canada! I got to try the South West and the The Matty which were both so delicious. If you ever get the chance to come to MTL and want some good poutine this is the place to go! 9/10 recommend!

    Classic poutine
    Joseph J M.

    Some say the quality has declined with new Corporate overlords but I have not experienced it Still great fries, gravy and curd Beers are accompanied with the same plastic glass to pour them into And we always try to go between busy times to avoid the lines but still find the place full of happy people Service is ideal for that it is And the diner like atmosphere reigns

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    Ann C.

    This was one of the places on our "to do" list when we visited Canada. We arrived on a Wednesday around 3pm and were very lucky because we didn't have to wait for a table. We sat outside which was absolutely the best place to sit. We ordered many different things to share: La Fred Caillou, La Chicks, La Dan Dan and three hot dogs (two steamed and one toasted). Everything was delicious. My favorite poutine was La Chicks and my favorite hot dog was the toasted. Service was great, the vibe is spectacular and the food was delicious and abundant! We will be back!

    Top: La Bacon Bottom: La Fred Caillou

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