Best Fast Food Restaurants in Quebec

"This version has chopped hot dogs in addition to gravy and cheese curds. When Pierre Barsalou opened La Banquise in the Plateau neighborhood in 1968, he didn’t have poutine on the menu. Fast forward to today and poutine dominates at this kitschy Montreal icon helmed by Barsalou’s daughter Annie and her partner Marc Latendresse."

"The standard recommendation is La Banquise and with only 3 days in Montreal, I wasn’t going to mess around with subpar poutine. There are a ton of variations on the classic — and while poutine purists may kill me for saying it, a fried egg on top of anything is never a bad idea."

"What is it: There’s a rich tradition of greasy spoons in Québec—known as casse-croûtes in these parts—and they’re all endearingly celebrated as much as they’re a chagrin to waistlines. If there was ever a question about what a premium case-croûte would be like, Chez Tousignant is the answer. Classic but with the quality seems the common mantra here, as chefs Yann Turcotte and Michele Forgione used their skills with tremendous focus to create quality elements, from hamburger and hotdog buns to fries, patties, and gravy."

"Impasto chef Michele Forgione's first love, pasta aside, is for pastry and sweets. At his and partner Stefano Faita's snack bar Chez Tousignant, freshly-made piles of potato doughnuts beckon customers from the takeout counter."

"The Orange Julep may not have the classic trappings of a diner, but that’s part of the appeal of this roadside drive-in. Instead, patrons walk up to a counter tucked into the underbelly of a three-story orange that’s forty feet in diameter. All your casse-crôute essentials like burgers, hot dogs, and poutines round out a menu that’s centered on the mysterious orange drink that has a creamsicle quality thanks to powdered egg whites—as rumour has it, anyway."

"There’s nowhere else on earth quite like Orange Julep, and that’s what makes it perfect. Order up a couple steamés, some poutine and the namesake drink — a milky, frothy orange beverage — and marvel at the weird wonderfulness of this highway-adjacent orange dome from your picnic table perch."

"This 90-year-old Montréal-Nord landmark first started out as an old-fashioned meals-on-wheels, serving fries and hot dogs from a horse-drawn carriage before upgrading to a campervan in the 50s and eventually setting up its current brick-and-mortar shop. Its founder Aunt Marguerite may no longer be in the picture, but her legacy lives on through the signature 100-percent beef sausages, steamed and served in 13 different dressings. Options range from ketchup and mayo (#6) to meat sauce and cheese curds (#12), but the fan favourite is #8, topped in mustard, onions, and a “slaw that surprises your jaw."

"91 years in business, and a pandemic isn’t stopping iconic casse-croûte Chez Ma Tante from serving up poutine and steamés. It’s open for take-out only (no delivery) from 10 a.m."

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"This family-run hole-in-the-wall may have “hot dog” in its name, but it’s the heaping side of crispy golden fries that have Montrealers trekking to Cote-Vertu at the end of the Orange Line. With only eight stools lining the counter, it’s often standing room only inside except when warm weather invites patrons to spill out onto a tiny terrasse. In its 50+ years in business, a collection of stickers has accumulated on the fryer hood, beside which hangs an obligatory Montreal Canadiens flag and hand-painted yellow menus that offer steamed chien chaud for a dollar seventy-five."

"A sister restaurant to the timeless Dominion Square Tavern just next door, Balsam Inn opened a few years ago to serve classic Italian fare in a 1940s setting — think mid-century modern furniture, classic cocktails like a Negroni or a Manhattan, and funky overhead lighting that really sets the mood. Suggestion: Share a few appetizers before digging into the main course."

"The owners of the excellent Dominion Square Tavern branched out into Italian cuisine with this downtown bistro in 2014, and it certainly doesn’t disappoint — expect staples that some might consider rustic, like osso bucco and meatballs, done at an elevated level. The bar program is notably well-rounded, too."

"Antique chairs and a 40-foot brass bar, along with original floors, lamps, and walls from 1927, set the tone at this atmospheric British tavern...Read More"

"Si vous aimez autant les grillades jerk et la cuisine caribéenne que moi, vous allez adorer le nouveau projet du chef-propriétaire du restaurant Rasoï, Le Jerk Spot. Poulet jerk façon al pastor, pogo à la jerk, salade, burgers ou poutine avec votre choix de poulet, porc ou champignons façon jerk et j’en passe ; de quoi se régaler !. https://www.lejerkspot.com"

"Best reached by car or by bicycle, Bois de l'Île Bizard is about as far removed from the city center as you can get while still remaining within city limits. It's on the northwestern island and Montreal borough, Île Bizard. Driving is the easiest way to reach the island since it's about 40 minutes away from downtown by car and public transit is limited."

"Bois-de-l'Île-Bizard is a haven, and a local favorite place to be in all of Montreal. But getting to this idyllic beach without a car of your own requires a trek and then some. Factor in two hours of public transit followed by a 40-minute hike—or bike—just to get to the park."

"If you want to experience nature, then this is the park for you. Families can cool off with a swim at a sandy beach and then explore the park’s marshes, trails and boardwalks, either by foot or bike. There are also spots for canoeing, kayaking and fishing."

"In fact, if you’ve put “feed the bears” on your list of what to do in Montreal, you only have one real option: the Ecomuseum Zoo. The Ecomuseum Zoo is a small zoo located on the very tip of the Island of Montreal. It isn’t fancy, and it doesn’t have state-of-the-art facilities like some of the bigger wildlife facilities in Canada."

"Whether you grew up in Canada or it’s your first time north of the 49th, you probably haven’t engaged with Canadian animals as closely as you might like to. Well, you can at the Ecomuseum. This West Island zoo houses 115 species from Quebec, including arctic foxes, black bears and a delightful raft of otters."

"Surrounding La Ronde, you’ll find the expansive Parc Jean-Drapeau, which comprises two islands: Île Sainte-Hélène and the artificial Île Notre-Dame. In addition to hiking and skiing trails, green space, bike paths and gardens, the park also boasts the city’s largest outdoor concert venue, a Formula 1 race track (which hosts the Canadian Grand Prix), the Montreal Casino and a beach, among plenty of other paid and free activities."

"Montreal's largest park comprises two islands (Ile Ste-Hélène and Ile Notre-Dame) and was the site of the city's monumental Expo 67 World Fair. Today, the islands are a great spot for exploring on foot, bicycle or rollerblades. Half of Ile Ste-Hélène is taken up by La Ronde amusement park."

"1 Circuit Gilles VilleneuveMontréal, Québec H3C 1A9(514) 977-9328. Parc Jean-Drapeau consists of two islands, Saint Helen’s Island and Notre Dame Island. The Parc Jean-Drapeau is one of the top recreational areas in the city, featuring many attractions."

"Locals enjoy visiting this park to tan, picnic and exercise, but it’s most known for is its large soccer field where locals organize friendly matches during the summer and hockey in the winter. Walk through the tree-canopied and bench-lined path from Rachel Street where the city’s colorful characters gather for conversation and playing cards or checkers. If jogging’s your thing, a couple of laps around the park makes for a great running track as well."

"One of the best parks in Montreal to sunbathe or hang out with friends. This is also a great park for parents with little kids as the park has a great play area for children. There is a baseball diamond, a tennis court, and volleyball sand courts making this a pretty sweet spot to spend time in Montreal."

"A post shared by Terrasse sur l'Auberge (@terrassesurlauberge) on Sep 17, 2019 at 12:01pm PDT. Showcasing the most scenic views of Vieux-Port, the majestic St. Laurence River, and vibrant St. Paul Street, Terrasse sur L’Auberge is an exceptional dining spot in the historic district of Montreal, at 97 Rue de la Commune East. You’ll find this restaurant on the 5th floor of the 19th-century Auberge du Vieux-Port."

"Located right by the Old Port of Montreal, this is probably the best rooftop bar Montreal has to offer when it comes to grand, historical and diverse views. Up here you get lovely sights of the Old Port and St. Lawrence River in one direction and St. Paul Street in the other. Apart from views, the rooftop is most famous for its great selection of Sangria."

"A post shared by Terrasse sur l’Auberge (@terrassesurlauberge) on Aug 27, 2019 at 12:01pm PDT. With views of the Old Port on one side and the Saint Lawrence River on the other, this rooftop patio offers panoramic views that are unparalleled in the city. Address: 97 de la Commune St E, MontrealPhone: 514-419-1349"

"Benelux is a small chain of Belgian-style microbreweries whose seating capacity swells with the arrival of the warm weather to enjoy some of the best beer in the city. Patrons flock to enjoy casual panini and Euro-style hot dogs alongside a constantly evolving roster of IPAs, pilsners and witbiers. If the terrasse gets too full, move the party homeward with large growlers of whatever’s on tap, available for takeout until 11pm every night."

"An acronym for Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, Benelux is a microbrewery with Belgian inspirations. Several delicious beers and a few small sandwiches are offered. The place is very busy, especially with students, and the service can be a bit slow because of the traffic."

"This brewpub’s Sherbrooke location is perfect for a lively 5 à 7, surrounded by regulars. Their approximately 10 beers brewed on site are sure fire crowd pleasers, and the variety leaves something for everyone. If you’re into them, we recommend you try one their excellent IPAs."