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!

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.

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.

First time here, this place is very popular with the locals. My aunt took a hamburger and said it…read morewas delicious. I took a vegan club sandwich and it was the best I ever had. Fast food types place with super fresh products. They serve sandwich, hamburger. I can't wait to be back. Perfect place for kids- meat eaters- vegetarian- vegan

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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.

This diner-themed restaurant features old photographs of Celine Dionne, who apparently ate here a…read morelong time ago. The description of the Pat Poulet burger on the menu had my mouth watering so I ordered it for $10. My friend ordered poutine. Our order shouldn't have taken long since there were only two other people there. True to the diner theme, music from the 50's was playing but it could hardly be heard over the shake machine's refrigeration unit, We had to shout across our table to hear each other, but at least it gave us a good laugh. Meanwhile the teenagers controlling the place were in the back yukking it up. After about a half hour the shake machine's refrigeration unit wasn't so funny. A hand finally appeared at the pickup window and dropped a paper bag on the counter, calling my name. I retrieved the bag and immediately noticed that it weighed exactly what a paper bag of that size should weigh. Perhaps they forgot to put the burger in it? I opened it up to reveal the tiniest sandwich I've ever seen! In between a tiny bun was a dry, deep-fried piece of chicken not much bigger than a McNugget. Tiny tomato slices, some lettuce, and a smear of mayonnaise finished things off. So adorable! My friend's serving of poutine was also tiny, but at least not outright insulting. When we asked for napkins (hidden in the back) two tiny sheets were provided, not nearly enough to do the job. We were met with some resistance when more were requested. I entertained various thoughts: does "burger" in French have a different meaning than in English? Is the exchange rate such that $10 Canadian is like $2 USD? Sometimes a culinary experience is so ridiculous it more than makes up for the awfulness. That said I will always cherish this memory I have of the tiny sandwich I had at Pat Retro.

The best little greasy spoon!!! If you are looking for a "Day after" greasy fix this is the spot!!…read moreGreat fries ... awesome burgers and dogs!! Staff are friendly and courtesy ... my Sunday spot going forward!!!!

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.

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!!

Food tasted fresh and was very filling. Reminded me of a sweetgreens in the states. Staff were…read morepolite and spoke English and French. We arrived an hour before they closed and appeared they were wrapping up for the night so the restaurant was very clean and prepared for the following shift.

This place is surprisingly delicious! Spacious & bright interiors. Great place to grab a quick bite…read moreafter a tour at the museum national des beaux-arts nearby. Ordered the Cobb salad with steak + smoothie and was very satisfied