Poutineville

"Customize Your Poutine Experience in Montreal No visit to Montreal is complete without a good poutine, preferably late at night (it is well-known among Montrealers that poutine is the best cure for a hangover). But instead of hitting the touristy Old Port joints or the busy Banquise, why not explore a new area and taste an authentic poutine at Poutineville. This no-frills neighborhood favorite is my personal favorite because, 1) it's delicious, 2) it's cheap, and 3) it has so many options you'll spend more time picking the toppings than actually eating! My go-to option: regular sauce, potato wedges, extra cheese, and frankfurter slices. You're welcome!"

"The house specialty at this very good mini-chain is the eponymous "Poutineville": hand-crushed potatoes, fresh cheese curds, and mozzarella topped with slow-cooked braised beef and red wine gravy. A filet mignon variety, which comes with crispy fries, is topped with cubed filet, sautéed mushrooms and onions, fresh cheese curds, blue cheese, and homemade pepper gravy. If you're really feeling ambitious, Poutineville's legendary "Heart Attack," the biggest poutine in town, weighs a whopping 15 pounds." - Richard Burnett