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La Banquise

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Le Resto La Banquise est reconnu à travers le monde pour ses célèbres poutines. À la fois pionnière et innovatrice, La Banquise demeure LA place pour déguster une poutine et ce, 24h sur 24.

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«Notre petite histoire...

«La Banquise, une petite crémerie à ses débuts, a vu le jour en mai 1968. Son fondateur, Pierre Barsalou, un pompier du quartier, transforma celle-ci en casse-croûte ouvert 24H dès l’automne 1968. On pouvait alors y déguster d’excellents hot-dogs et des frites succulentes.

«La poutine fit son apparition au début des années 80, avec la poutine classique et l’italienne. Devant le succès populaire, et à la demande répétée de plusieurs clients, les choix de poutines se multiplient. On compte maintenant pas moins de 25 poutines différentes.

«La Banquise est encore aujourd’hui une entreprise familiale. La fille cadette de M. Barsalou, Annie, a pris la relève dans les années 90, en compagnie de Marc Latendresse, son conjoint. Ils continuent ensemble de perpétuer la tradition de qualité et la renommée du Restaurant La Banquise.

«À l’été 2006, La Banquise fait d’importantes rénovations et agrandi considérablement sa salle à manger. Une quarantaine d’années plus tard, La Banquise est devenu bien plus qu’un simple casse-croûte ou une «place à poutine». Il s’agit également d’un endroit convivial et chaleureux où l’on peut déguster des bières de micro-brasserie, un menu du jour complet ainsi que d’excellents déjeuners.

«Merci beaucoup à notre fidèle clientèle, les oiseaux de nuit, les groupes d’amis, en passant par les travailleurs, les étudiants, les petites familles, etc... d’avoir façonné à votre image, l’histoire de La Banquise et d’en avoir fait le succès actuel.


Annie & Marc, propriétaires.»

Address: 994 Rue Rachel E, Montréal, QC H2J 2J3, Canada
Phone: (514) 525-2415
moc.liamtoh@esiuqnabalotser
State: Québec
County: Communauté-Urbaine-de-Montréal
City: Montréal
Zip Code: H2J 2J3


Opening Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours


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Reviews
I’m honestly not a huge poutine fan, but La Banquise completely changed my mind. Their poutine is amazing—crispy fries, rich gravy, and tons of creative topping options that actually work so well together. The vibe is super chill, the staff are friendly, and it just feels like a fun, welcoming place. Whether you’re into classic poutine or want to try something wild, this spot is a must in Montreal. I get the hype now!
La Banquise easily served the best poutine I’ve ever had in my life—hands down! Everything was absolutely perfect, from the incredible food to the kind and extremely polite staff. Despite the long line and how busy it was, everything moved quickly and efficiently. The service was smooth, the energy was great, and the entire experience was top-notch. Truly one of the best dining experiences I’ve had—highly recommended!
One of the best poutines in town. The staff is kind, the place is clean including the toilets, and the regular portion is more than enough for one person. It does get pretty crowded around lunchtime so you might wait a bit.
I visited La Banquise yesterday and had an incredible experience. Despite the usual crowd, the waiting time was less than 10 minutes, which was a pleasant surprise. I really appreciated the outdoor heaters installed above the roof—they kept everyone in line warm and comfortable. Smart move!nnAs for the poutine—wow. It was beyond expectations. The sauce was absolutely delicious, and the structure of the dish was just right: crispy fries, perfectly melted cheese curds, and that rich, flavorful gravy tying it all together. I would definitely go again. Highly recommended for any poutine lover!
I usually visit in the evening, so I’m not too familiar with the daytime vibe, but the bright yellow building always stands out. It's always busy, no matter when I go — and even if there's a wait, I always find myself wanting to come back. The taste itself isn't particularly special, but the atmosphere, the generous portions, and the fact that I'm enjoying poutine in Montreal definitely make the experience better. A great spot for a late-night snack without feeling too heavy — definitely worth a try!
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