- Small place in Old Port with local flavors- The dishes are fresh and flavorful- Decent number of TVs to watch a game- Affordable and a good option if you're in the area, but service could improve.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Classic Poutine, Smoked Meat
Tony Jenkins
Visited Saturday 20th Feb. We are training a service dog. Made to feel welcome, even brought water and snacks for the dog.Food was great. Nice and warm on a bitter cold day. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kerry Jenkins
Great service and good food. Very welcoming atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Claire Bourassa
Super nice and accommodating for small families! Good comfort
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Asefeh Poshtchi Oskuei
Every thing was super awesome! The smoked meat poutine was by far the best I had ever tried! Big portions! Super delicious ❤️ the Montreal pizza was very good too thank you chef Michael❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Miclea Tudor Luca
The lady serving us was very nice and friendly and polite. The sandwich was a bit on the average side but the lemonade was absolutely delicious. Music was always playing and there were disco lights on. Would definitely recommend coming here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Meat Sandwich
Ali Sadeghi
The worst caesar salad that I’ve ever eaten , that made with pre-cooked chicken without any taste.No parmesan cheeseNo bread32$ just for mayo, lettuce and a piece of bland chicken !!!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Joelle Fernowka
I promised Aurore that my opinion would be positive!!! So, yes, you shouldn't hesitate to enjoy a Poutine, and above all thank you Aurore for your kindness, smile and advice!!!The French on the terrace ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ricky P.
The food, service and ambiance were all great! I had the cheeseburger and poutine, and my waitress was so friendly and kind. The outdoor seating was perfect. Great experience!
Wander817640
Aurora was a wonderful server. Very friendly and attentive. We had classic Canadian poutine. It was DELICIOUS!! Reasonably priced in beautiful Old Montreal district.
They had a nice old Montreal experience sitting on the cobblestone roads eating under large umbrellas. Very cute and a fun setting. The food was good. My wife and I split a vegetarian pizza and poutine with bacon and I had a beer and she an Irish coffee. The food was a bit over priced but that is per the area, but I was more surprised by the price of drinks. Her coffee was 15.99 and my beer I believe was 13.99 for a 16oz. The staff was very friendly and nice and we never felt rushed or anything, they did take a while to bring us the machine after we were given our bill though we had to remind them. My only other complaint is that online it says they open at 11, but they didn’t open until after 11:30 which things happen so not a huge issue. I would recommend this place truly for a nice experience. It was a fun lunch spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
PookyCake
My partner and I traveled from Ottawa to Montreal for the day. Given our relatively limited time in the city – six hours – we spent the duration ambling about historic Old Montreal. As we explored the narrow corridors and cobblestone streets, we both agreed it would be a total crime NOT to have Montreal Smoked Meat and Poutine while in Quebec. Thus, we made it a point to patronize a restaurant – any restaurant – that offered both delicacies. We ended up stumbling across La Baraque on Saint Vincent. The menu, noted on an oversized sandwich board, was basic but it had exactly what we were looking for! Because it was a beautiful day, we opted to sit on the street-side patio. It was a great opportunity to people-watch while concomitantly admiring the classic architecture surrounding you. In some ways, the simple setting reminded me of a street-side café in Paris. We ended up ordering the BBQ Chicken Wings (heavily advertised on the sandwich board), Smoked Meat Sandwich and the Poutine de Montreal. Our food arrived in really good time – less than 10 minutes – but our table ended up getting quite crowded with food. We ended up “creeping” to the adjacent table for a little more space! CHICKEN WINGS: Admittedly, these didn’t look terribly exciting; however, they were quite flavourful and surprisingly juicy. Based on appearances alone, I was anticipating something dry and uninspired, but was left pleasantly surprised. I definitely recommend ordering the wings! SMOKED MEAT SANDWICH: You know what they say! When in Montreal, order Smoked Meat! Okay, they probably don’t say that, but we made it a point to try this signature item! The sandwich was simple and straightforward – lightly toasted bread, mustard, cheese and a whole lot of Smoked Meat! It’s plainly obvious the meat was the star! In terms of taste, I thought the sandwich was very good. The meat, as noted, was plentiful and had a nice “smoked” flavour. It pretty much overpowered everything else in the sandwich, but I didn’t care. I came for the Smoked Meat and that’s exactly what I got. POUTINE: Rather than go for a standard poutine of fries, gravy and cheese curds, we decided to go all out and include a healthy serving of Montreal Smoked Meat! Presentation wasn’t the best, but the marriage of authentic cheese curds, gravy and smoked meat . . . oh my! I actually enjoyed the poutine more than the sandwich! While we couldn’t quite finish the fries, we made sure to polish off the cheese curds and smoked meat before calling it a day! Finally, I’d be remiss if I failed to mention the service. Our server – I forget her name – was cordial and efficient. Also checked in on us a number of times to ensure everything was okay, but was not intrusive. FOOD: 4/5 SERVICE: 4/5 VALUE: 4/5 RECOMMENDATION: Overall, we were satisfied with our meal. The setting was casual and inviting; the service was quick; and, in today’s economy, La Baraque represented decent value for money. Was it the best Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich I’ve ever had? No (that distinction goes to Siegel’s Bagels in Vancouver), but it was still good. Also, the poutine was pretty epic and the wings surprisingly tasty. Recommended. PS: If you found this review helpful in any way please consider hitting the "helpful" button!
DS Shah
Poutine was premade fries with few cheese cubes put in microwave oven. Pizza was ok for $19 for 10 inch personal.Most disturbing part was on 36 bill, the server added $6 tip without asking. I am not against tipping but what annoyed me is she did not bother to ask. We were in rush so didn't want to argue. But for 2 items to pay $42 is insaneFYI. Those who are trying poutine first time, please don't eat it here. Fries are not freshly made nor the sauce. Instead you can try recipe at home.I'd recommend any vegetarian food seeker to try some other options.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Jack Doherty
Located in Old Montreal, eating on the patio seemed like a part of the experience. Food was good, I had the poutine and smokes meat sandwich. It was pricey for the type of food, but expected given the prices in the area. Like I said, all part of the experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Meat Sandwich
Faria Madhumita
Stopped there for quick bites. Tried the classic poutine and chicken wings. Food was alright. Server were alright! Overall good experience. They have outdoor sitting arrangements and that’s why we randomly picked this spot for a quick bite.
- Small place in Old Port with local flavors- The dishes are fresh and flavorful- Decent number of TVs to watch a game- Affordable and a good option if you're in the area, but service could improve.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Classic Poutine, Smoked Meat
Visited Saturday 20th Feb. We are training a service dog. Made to feel welcome, even brought water and snacks for the dog.Food was great. Nice and warm on a bitter cold day. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service and good food. Very welcoming atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Super nice and accommodating for small families! Good comfort
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Every thing was super awesome! The smoked meat poutine was by far the best I had ever tried! Big portions! Super delicious ❤️ the Montreal pizza was very good too thank you chef Michael❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The lady serving us was very nice and friendly and polite. The sandwich was a bit on the average side but the lemonade was absolutely delicious. Music was always playing and there were disco lights on. Would definitely recommend coming here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Meat Sandwich
The worst caesar salad that I’ve ever eaten , that made with pre-cooked chicken without any taste.No parmesan cheeseNo bread32$ just for mayo, lettuce and a piece of bland chicken !!!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
I promised Aurore that my opinion would be positive!!! So, yes, you shouldn't hesitate to enjoy a Poutine, and above all thank you Aurore for your kindness, smile and advice!!!The French on the terrace ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food, service and ambiance were all great! I had the cheeseburger and poutine, and my waitress was so friendly and kind. The outdoor seating was perfect. Great experience!
Aurora was a wonderful server. Very friendly and attentive. We had classic Canadian poutine. It was DELICIOUS!! Reasonably priced in beautiful Old Montreal district.
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They had a nice old Montreal experience sitting on the cobblestone roads eating under large umbrellas. Very cute and a fun setting. The food was good. My wife and I split a vegetarian pizza and poutine with bacon and I had a beer and she an Irish coffee. The food was a bit over priced but that is per the area, but I was more surprised by the price of drinks. Her coffee was 15.99 and my beer I believe was 13.99 for a 16oz. The staff was very friendly and nice and we never felt rushed or anything, they did take a while to bring us the machine after we were given our bill though we had to remind them. My only other complaint is that online it says they open at 11, but they didn’t open until after 11:30 which things happen so not a huge issue. I would recommend this place truly for a nice experience. It was a fun lunch spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
My partner and I traveled from Ottawa to Montreal for the day. Given our relatively limited time in the city – six hours – we spent the duration ambling about historic Old Montreal. As we explored the narrow corridors and cobblestone streets, we both agreed it would be a total crime NOT to have Montreal Smoked Meat and Poutine while in Quebec. Thus, we made it a point to patronize a restaurant – any restaurant – that offered both delicacies. We ended up stumbling across La Baraque on Saint Vincent. The menu, noted on an oversized sandwich board, was basic but it had exactly what we were looking for! Because it was a beautiful day, we opted to sit on the street-side patio. It was a great opportunity to people-watch while concomitantly admiring the classic architecture surrounding you. In some ways, the simple setting reminded me of a street-side café in Paris. We ended up ordering the BBQ Chicken Wings (heavily advertised on the sandwich board), Smoked Meat Sandwich and the Poutine de Montreal. Our food arrived in really good time – less than 10 minutes – but our table ended up getting quite crowded with food. We ended up “creeping” to the adjacent table for a little more space! CHICKEN WINGS: Admittedly, these didn’t look terribly exciting; however, they were quite flavourful and surprisingly juicy. Based on appearances alone, I was anticipating something dry and uninspired, but was left pleasantly surprised. I definitely recommend ordering the wings! SMOKED MEAT SANDWICH: You know what they say! When in Montreal, order Smoked Meat! Okay, they probably don’t say that, but we made it a point to try this signature item! The sandwich was simple and straightforward – lightly toasted bread, mustard, cheese and a whole lot of Smoked Meat! It’s plainly obvious the meat was the star! In terms of taste, I thought the sandwich was very good. The meat, as noted, was plentiful and had a nice “smoked” flavour. It pretty much overpowered everything else in the sandwich, but I didn’t care. I came for the Smoked Meat and that’s exactly what I got. POUTINE: Rather than go for a standard poutine of fries, gravy and cheese curds, we decided to go all out and include a healthy serving of Montreal Smoked Meat! Presentation wasn’t the best, but the marriage of authentic cheese curds, gravy and smoked meat . . . oh my! I actually enjoyed the poutine more than the sandwich! While we couldn’t quite finish the fries, we made sure to polish off the cheese curds and smoked meat before calling it a day! Finally, I’d be remiss if I failed to mention the service. Our server – I forget her name – was cordial and efficient. Also checked in on us a number of times to ensure everything was okay, but was not intrusive. FOOD: 4/5 SERVICE: 4/5 VALUE: 4/5 RECOMMENDATION: Overall, we were satisfied with our meal. The setting was casual and inviting; the service was quick; and, in today’s economy, La Baraque represented decent value for money. Was it the best Montreal Smoked Meat Sandwich I’ve ever had? No (that distinction goes to Siegel’s Bagels in Vancouver), but it was still good. Also, the poutine was pretty epic and the wings surprisingly tasty. Recommended. PS: If you found this review helpful in any way please consider hitting the "helpful" button!
Poutine was premade fries with few cheese cubes put in microwave oven. Pizza was ok for $19 for 10 inch personal.Most disturbing part was on 36 bill, the server added $6 tip without asking. I am not against tipping but what annoyed me is she did not bother to ask. We were in rush so didn't want to argue. But for 2 items to pay $42 is insaneFYI. Those who are trying poutine first time, please don't eat it here. Fries are not freshly made nor the sauce. Instead you can try recipe at home.I'd recommend any vegetarian food seeker to try some other options.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Located in Old Montreal, eating on the patio seemed like a part of the experience. Food was good, I had the poutine and smokes meat sandwich. It was pricey for the type of food, but expected given the prices in the area. Like I said, all part of the experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Meat Sandwich
Stopped there for quick bites. Tried the classic poutine and chicken wings. Food was alright. Server were alright! Overall good experience. They have outdoor sitting arrangements and that’s why we randomly picked this spot for a quick bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5