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.

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.

Get the smokey ketchup as your side condiment. Just do it. Trust me. Thank me later…read more I personally got the Le Canotier burger, which was amazing by itself. The fries were decent until the ketchup was introduced; as someone who traditionally doesn't like ketchup, it was genuinely one of the greatest sauces I've ever had, and was closer to a pesto consistency. Overall very good bang for the buck.

We came in for lunch and had a good experience. We tried the gnocchi poutine. It was interesting,…read morebut I would definitely stick with classic next time. For my entree, I had the classic burger with a side Caesar salad. The salad was well dressed and huge. The burger was solid. Basic, but good. Service was great and the restaurant was well decorated, cool, and conveniently located.

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.

Perfect comfort food for a snowy Québec evening. We shared The Crispy ($20), a classic poutine…read moretopped with crunchy onions and cheese curds, and it absolutely hit the spot. The hand‑cut fries were hearty, the gravy was generous without being overwhelming, and the curds had that satisfying squeak. It's definitely on the heavier side--as poutine should be--but totally satisfying. Service was fast, warm, and genuinely friendly, which made the quick stop even better. A great choice when you want something cozy and indulgent after braving the cold.

Since it was the first night of a girls trip to Quebec and I had never had poutine before we…read moredecided to eat here. I was curious about the classic poutine but when I saw the Mexican poutine on the menu, I knew I had to try it. It was so incredibly delicious! It was classic poutine but with beans, corn and other vegetables with guacamole and sour cream on the side. The atmosphere was very cool with music videos projected on a wall. Our waiter was a sweetheart. All four of us absolutely loved our meals that night. What an awesome way to start our weekend getaway in Quebec!!

I'd probably only come back here if I had no other options elsewhere. Parked behind it and walked…read morearound the front side to enter. We were the only customers there...never a good sign. The girl that took our order was friendly enough and she did the prep too, though she looked like she'd seen better days. No energy, no enthusiasm, that's for sure. Our order didn't take long and it was hot, it just didn't taste that great. I got a poutine with onions and the number of onions was absolutely overwhelming...like I ordered two onions with cheese, fries, and gravy. I couldn't believe how many onions were on it. My wife had a basic poutine and it was much better, just nothing super, super special. The interior decor is like stepping back into 80's, but is beat to hell. Gangsta rap pumping throughout isn't really my thing either, lol. Doubtful that I'd go back.

First time trying poutine. I only got the small size of the classic because I did not know if I was…read moregoing to like it. It was actually better than I thought. The crispy French fries and the white cheddar cheese curds were good with the gravy. It is a must try dish if you're in Quebec, Canada.

This was our first stop for food when we arrived in Quebec City and it did not disappoint! We…read morewanted to make sure we tried some poutine while in Quebec and when I say wow, what a huge selection, I really mean it. We ordered the Jr sized India - Butter Chicken and the Hat Trick poutines and they were quite a serving. If you're not that hungry, you can get away with sharing just a Jr size of any of these poutines and get pretty full since it's so hearty. We also thought the restaurant was more upscale looking than we expected and it was incredibly kid-friendly. This is the place to go if you have a group of people with diverse taste buds all wanting to try out some poutine. Great experience for all.

Poutine was so good. Service was okay, ambiance was casual and warm. Beers are tall and go well…read morewith the poutine. Cheese was a tad cold for me but Mac and cheese wedges on top were crazy crunchy. Lots of creative spins and flavors, but many were out of inventory when we arrived midday. Overall delicious though and pretty fast! Street parking available in the area and street right in front.

Excellent pizza, open late. Poutine is good Reasonable price…read moreClose to the hotel. Easy walking distance

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This location was right around the corner from our hotel. After a long day on the road, this was an…read moreeasy place to have a filling but also tasty meal. The smoked meat was as you would expect from a Quebec restaurant - they know how to make it. The pasta was good and home-made. Service was quick and responsive. We didn't have to wait long and our meal was on the table in front of us. There are a few TVs around the facility. Tables and chairs are average quality. It's not necessarily the ambiance you are going for. But it was clean.

Our family really enjoyed our experience here. The service and staff were very warm and welcoming…read more The place was casual and really comfortable for our family, which included a 3 and 6 year old. The staff was very kind and patient, as we were somewhat indecisive. We didn't feel rushed and they were able to make suggestions for the kids. The menu had enough variety for us to choose from where we didn't feel overwhelmed nor did we feel like we had to settle with a dish. Everything tasted fresh and was very well presented. The portions were extremely generous. My family enjoyed their choices. I really enjoyed the pulled pork pizza - it had a nice drizzle on it - the flavors made it more sweet than savory, which I didn't mind, because I ordered a side of fries too. LOL. When we were leaving the owner thanked us and welcomed us back any time. It was all around a great experience...and within walking distance to our hotel (Hotel Pur).

Came here for brunch. It's not your traditional sit down brunch offering. You order at the front,…read moreyou get a number to place on your table and when its ready someone brings it to your table in a tray. Ordered the BLT with orange juice. Came out to around $7. Was just your average BLT, sesame seed bagel, crispy bacon, lettuce tomato. Nothing amazing or disappointing either. They have a pretty large menu offering with many different breakfast choices so maybe pick something with a bit more flair.

Great menu, quick food, fast service, and pleasant seating areas. I enjoyed the smoked salmon…read moresalad. My husband enjoyed the carrot soup and the southwest chicken salad. The southwest part was not traditional US southwest, but it had a good kick.