As someone who lives in Quebec, the gourmet versions, in my opinion will never beat the local restaurants. The small restaurants have a more classic feel and poutine feels like a food that shouldn't be made in a gourmet style.
Best poutine in Quebec is at my aunt's house in Trois-Rivieres. Makes her own fries in a big witch cauldron-looking thing over a fire in the backyard while we sit and drink Fin Du Monde. The best.
Many years ago, as a poutine "virgin" . . . I saw it on the menu, and didn't know what it was -- I was in Windsor, Ontario -- so I naturally ordered "poutine, with fries" . . . . and the spotty youth doing the cooking never questioned my order, and gave me just that. A VAST mound of poutine (with enough fries in it to feed 4): then an equally vast side of fries alone! (I was just the one person, and enough food to feed about 8.) But, I learned a valuable lesson "never add a side of fries to any poutine order!' EVER! :-)
Ah you mean when Canada decided to change their opinion about Quebec's poutines. Around that time you're talking about, Canada didn't even consider Poutine a dish or a meal. No, it was after McDonald's put it on a temporary menu that Canada tasted it and changed their mind. As a Quebecker, I wish that fact would be presented forefront when talking about Poutine. Canada didn't come up with it, Quebec did!
@@theawesomegoalie31 You can still have regional specification that belong to regional identities not the central state. For example, crêpes are iconic of Bretagne not of France; Or corn grits is iconic of many southern states; Or Welsh rarebit is iconic of Welsh not the UK... Shall I go on my lady?
@@theawesomegoalie31 Anglo-Canadians dissed that dish the moment it started to get tractions in the 70's up to the 2000's when it became an international prized dish. Then all of a sudden, ''It'S CanADiAn diSH oh MY GoSh.'' It's québécoise culture and should be recognised as from our region. There is nothing incompatible saying it comes from Québec and the bests are here. The other great ones around North America and Europe are also mainly made by Québécois chef lol It's not personnal my dear but it's like a poor argument to say that just to try and neutered Québécois identity. It's sad to see this pride in Québec being seen as ''negative'' or ''irrelevant'' when all accross the world we see regionalism being positively uplifted in food culture (for great reasons).
I would try La Banquise as a first timer since it seems like the most pure recipe. Then Ma Poule Mouillée for lunch, and Au Pied de Cochon for a fancy dinner.
That seems to be the fad, get some ritzy ditzy 20 something chicks who obviously lived in an affluent bubble and dont know shit 😂 idk why but its like the go to for some reason
The best poutine I ever had in Quebec was 35 years ago in a 24hr greasy spoon at 4:30am called "Le Petit Boeuf" in Sherbrooke. Time of day and level of intoxication is what really determines how good a poutine is. 🤣
@@theKoreis and the reason I was in Le Petit Boeuf at 4:30am was that we had just left Le Trois X which had 2 for 1 quarts (Cinquante) and 2$ table dances every Tuesday night and were feeling hungry before going back to school in Lennoxville
La Banquise is a classic choice. I must say though, Ma poule mouillée is probably the most underrated poutine in Montréal. They combine Portuguese chicken with the poutine and it is incroyable! It's right across the street from la Banquise.
I'm hungry and it's literally 12 AM from where I live. It makes me sorta mad that I'm not travelling around the world and tasting different dishes like the iconic poutine.
I grew up in Quebec, Canada. I'm happy to see you girls came over to Montreal for poutines. We have so many wonderful places whom makes delicious yummy poutines. I'm a little disappointed that you chose those places. La Belle Province should have been part of the list. You missed out! I still appreciate to see you both enjoying poutines. Thank you for this journey!
@@soukthavoneinsisienmay1188 nah, la belle province is overrated, as many chains are. and even la banquise is also overated though somewhat. Chez Claudette, Pierrette Patates, Rotisserie Romados, Ma Poule Mouillee, and Sharwarmaz and Au Pied de Cochon for something different, is where it's at
Chez Claudette poutine is old-school goodness. Plus, they have this amazing add-on of ragout de pattes de cochon (pig chin stew), which is a typical Quebec dish that hardly any restaurant in Montreal is serving.
Damn I haven't been there in a few years after my last (terrible) experience there where for some reason I ordered the onion ring poutine (not even God knows what I was thinking - adventurous? Or just plain stupid). Anyway that sounds good I think I'll go there & try that :)
Always used to watch these videos and thinking will never be able to go visit these places but mann this year I'm in Montreal for studies, and i can't believe how far i have come. Grateful soo much for everything!
For non-Canadians, Poutine is not an iconic Canadian dish. It is enjoyed in Quebec. But outside of Quebec, it is available but you'd have to look. Most people outside of Quebec rarely eat Poutine. It bothers me that people call it so very Canadian. It is Quebec, but Quebec is also where a significant amount of the World's Maple syrup comes from. that is pretty iconic.
Idk where you've lived/stayed most of your life but in most of the GTA in Ontario, and even outside of the GTA, you'd be hard pressed to find places that don't serve poutine. I practically have poutine AT LEAST once a month, if not more during the winter, and I don't even live in the GTA. So warm and comforting 😋
@@dragorifichmm, lived in Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan and visit BC lots. It's available, but you have to look for it. (as i said in my comment) It is not common as some outside of Canada seems to say.
As a visitor, my must hit places are Schwartz's Deli for smoked meat, St-Viateur for bagels and La Banquise for a classic poutine. If you have time, then try some Portuguese inspired poutine or "elevated" foie gras poutine. 😀
As a Montrealer, you are absolutely right on all fronts. My family immigrated to Canada and grew up next to Schwartz. My dad and parents would go there in the 30s and on. St Viateur has the best bagels on the planet. For Portuguese restos, Ramados was my go to!!! I miss my home city!
I've only had poutine once at a world food fair here in Melbourne, and I still dream about it sometimes... These make me wanna just up and pack my bags and just yeet myself to the other side of the world.
... and West Virginia; in our town, MANY Canadiens visit annually... not a bit a poutine in da place! I've craved it, and can't find fresh curds anywhere. Suggestions?
@@lizlafferty1278 I think fresh curds are actually fairly easy to make if you've got the basics of cheesemaking. You need the gear for it, but it's a great skill to have! The rest is easy to make at home. Fries in the oven are legit, and a better alternative than trying to fry them in a pan with oil if you don't have a deep fryer.
This video must date back a while ago because its still winter in the video and also COVID-19 Also cool to know you get to experience one of my province’s/country’s best dishes
I mean, gravy, cheese, and fries? If anything, we could make it at home lmao it's not got anything in it native to Canada that isn't available to other countries.
Unbelieveable burger place in my college town has been serving their own US version of Poutine fries it's how I learned of this wonderful cuisine. I know it can't compare to Canada but it's still terrific (still has white cheddar curds and beef gravy)
Yeah it's kinda crazy. Like, not even just the premise, but the filmography, the sound effects, the layout of the episode. It's just like....shot for shot, it's a lower-budget Worth It.
@@keegami It’s kind of an interesting way to see how worth it influenced food videos like these. Before worth it, insider videos didn’t really focus on it’s hosts.
@@keegami everytime I watch their "Best in Town" series I always think it's similar to worth it but this particular episode is definitely.. indeed a full on copy...
Two of the three poutine places are basically across the street from each other. Ma Poule Mouillee is the best poutine I’ve ever had for the same reasons given by the one host. The chicken, chorizo, gravy, and hot sauce take the poutine to another level. With that said, the poutine at the first restaurant featured with Montreal smoked meat added on top is pretty amazing as well. I dream of the poutine at Ma Poule Mouillee often, though. It’s been 2 years since I’ve been there and continually try to figure out reasons to go back to Montreal just to have some more of that poutine.
sure french fries are just among the top 3 most unhealthy foods in the world - the other two being soft drinks like coca cola and potato chips - while potatoes naturally are superhealthy the process of frying them at high temperatures in oil creates transfats which cause artery congestions which can result in strokes and heart attacks and raises the caloric level by a magnitude @@cicatrace
Since you chose non-traditional poutine for your 2nd and 3rd test, I'm wondering why you didn't also compare them with a more elaborate recipe at the 1st place. I believe you said the first restaurant had 30 different types. In a way the 1st place didn't get a fair shake. Apples to Oranges...
How do you do a comparison like this? 3 totally different offerings. It would be like rating steak against pizza and a burger. Doesn’t seem right. Those all looked delectable though.
Totally agree. 3 very good poutines but all 3 different in thier own way. Im from montreal and these are definitely the 3 places to go to for best poutines.
All three places are excellent. La Banquise is best after a good evening full of drinking... poutine there is like a balm... the holy grail moment that enables you to absorb the absurd level of alchool you have drunk during your evening. Ma Poule Mouillée is the best place to experience Poutine and enjoy the dish enhanced with that Portuguese kick to the face! The spicy sauce is indeed excellent (and so is the chicken). Au Pied de Cochon is the place to enjoy the fusion of Quebec flavor with a dash of French panache. The foie gras... is indeed a nice touch and it's truly a unique experience. Good video! :) I enjoyed it!
So envious of you. Montreal is an amazing city. Poutine is so incredible. When the pandemic ends I am headed back to Montreal for a wonderful visit and getting really great Poutine. Can't wait.
@@wxyzmarkus6834 It is very sad but the restaurant, bar and hospitality industries will bounce back . . . they are a social cultural necessity . . . it will happen!! Please Stay Strong, Be Well, Stay Safe, Live It In Joy!
I was really weirded out when the guy at Au Pied de Cochon put the cheese curds below the fries. I don't know if it's just me but i have never eaten poutine like that.
@Barry Baz, well that's why I don't eat it, friend. I was a bit of a callous prick when I was younger in the biz until my conscience got the best of me.
I’ve never visited Canada and I’ve never had poutine, but think I’ll have to try to make some at home one of these days because Swedish autumn and winter is just too chilly and uncomfortable for humans and that calls for some good comfort food!
It'll be basically impossible to replicate at home. Can't get the cheese, can sort of replicate the gravy but not really, and would be very difficult to replicate the style of fries
As a Montrealer that is now living in Arizona, you've made me home sick. Thank you. Because you didn't hit all the spots, don't let the negative comments bother you. Kuddos!
Thank you for this. Recently fell in love with Poutine while in Vancouver, British Columbia. Now making our own at home since you can't get it anywhere in California pretty much.
You can't really compare a plain poutine with one loaded with chorizo & chicken and then one with foie gras. They are all completely different flavors and depend on your tastes. Of course the chorizo & chicken is going to be better than the plain and the foie gras more buttery and flavorful than the chorizo & chicken. Either try everyones signature loaded poutine are everyones plain poutine to make a comparison. They all looked delicious though.
Poulet Rouge , and Valentine’s also make amazing poutines !!! So many “ CASSE CROUTES “ in the province of QUEBEC make amazing poutines !!! It all comes down to our taste buds !!! 😀
Great choices of poutine spots. It seems like something very simple but there are so many places in montreal that make really bad poutine. I also agree that Au Pied de Cochon is one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. I love a good local greasy spoon type place, but Au Pied de Cochon takes poutine to a Michelin Star level! Bon apetit!
I understand the price tag at Cochon is high, but every single menu item is worth more than the asking price. This place is an experience and is definitely worth it for a special occasion or treat. When I drive from Massachusetts, I cant leave Montreal until I've been there. It's that good
People often visit Montreal during the summer months which is totally understandable! But in all honesty, and this is just my opinion, I'd say that a large part of experiencing Montreal for the city that it is lies in coming here during the winter months. You experience things differently depending on the season, and the same goes with enjoying a poutine, as weird as that may sound. When you're out in the cold weather and feeling hungry, going into a warm, rustic cabane-style (which is very typical quebecois) establishment with your buds and being served a piping hot poutine after spending a couple of hours outside, it just warms your body up in the best way... That's where the true comfort and delight of eating a poutine lies :) Try it this way if you can, I promise you that it will be worth it.
Prior to current travel restrictions my wife I would visit the great white north every US Thanksgiving weekend plus other times. In the heart of Jan one year watching the temp on the car thermometer go lower and lower was 9 when we left home in southern NH ended up being below zero by the time we hit the border.
1 ) If you have to use an American accent, call it "Poo-tin" the actual French pronunciation where the n us not quite pronounced, but does affect the vowels is not natural for us English. 2) I fully respect your choices and decision. For $10 the 2nd choice is a truly excellent value 3) With all the hype into style, the authentic 'virgin' variety gets lost. Borderline crispy, thick, unseasoned fries; veal gravy (or mix chicken with beef); and fresh, squeaky curd cheese. After that - personalize it. I change the gravy to a more beefy and sometimes go creamy peppercorn and the toppings van see bacon that is just starting to get crisp, chicken (not as good as seen here), or pulled pork. My son prefers adding a home-battered chickens with a general Tao sauce, the s sauces combine to make a sauce that is difficult to describe other than "the best of both worlds, yet master of neither"
The best poutine is in rural Quebec cause this is where we make the cheese in local cheesery, it's always fresh! We don't put any sweet potatoes, any funky stuff in. just the classic thing . Or the Italian version with pasta sauce instead of the classic gravy
As a Montrealer, I find this video absolutely wrong. It looks like they just googled the "best places to eat poutine" and went there without any serious research. I don’t believe these poutines are fair for this kind of comparison. Yes la banquise is iconic but it’s the only original poutine in my opinion. Don’t get me wrong, both other poutines looked amazing but that’s not the original poutine that is well-known and loved all over the province (because it comes from Québec and should be referred to that way and not a "traditional Canadian meal" and if they had done basic research they would’ve known to specify). Opinions are welcomed and I invite the hate from others from being to patriotic over a meal ;)
Is this "blaise faire" attitude towards fois gras par for the course in Canada? I've never had fois gras but after seeing how it's made I can't imagine asking for it.
StructuredBASIC I’m not sure if I understand your question but no, foie gras is not an everyday food in Canada. The girls just happened to go to a very known Chef’s restaurant here in Montreal which serve more expensive and eccentric meals
I meant the fact that they're eating an animal product that's the result of animal cruelty. I couldn't imagine if somebody shoved a tube down my throat and forced fat slurry into my stomach.
i dont understand how people from other countries try to tell which poutine is the best when they don't even know what its really supposed to taste like!!!
‘traditional canadian meal’ lol....Canada is not old enough to be having its own traditional meal. Just a bunch of French and English living on lands abroad.
Their chemistry is amazing ! I always like listening to Herrien's insightful critique -- but Erin's happy go lucky charm adds a lot to the whole episode
Honestly, I don't know why people are griping and hating so much on these two hostesses. I think they delivered very well. I am left feeling plenty entertained and informed after watching. And they have me really wanting to go back to Canada to try these tantalizing versions of poutine. So many of you must have sad lives with such unattainable standards to be whining about these two girls. Herrine and Erin did a great job joyfully taking us through a glorious poutine adventure. Y'alls need to calm your tits with the complaints.
As someone who lives in Quebec, the gourmet versions, in my opinion will never beat the local restaurants. The small restaurants have a more classic feel and poutine feels like a food that shouldn't be made in a gourmet style.
Trust I always get poutine from La Belle Province, never from the boutique places. Although maybe I should try some of the boutique stuff some day.
Yeah because most of the time they are not owned by large greedy companies.
For the same reason KFC isn’t made in ‘gourmet style’.
same, i prefer the greasy spoons.
Gourmet poutine is for the tourists.
As a montrealer, I think you guys had to try a Belle Province, not to say it’s better but it’s just more iconic
cest la seule poutine qui est pas overpriced pis qui en vaut la peine🤣😍😍
And a steamed all dressed hotdog
U guys know a restaurant named bouf cochon
Nah Costco
ca dépend quelle Belle Province.
What's the taste of potato?
Answer: potato-y
What's the taste of grease?
Answer: greasy
Wow. Nicely explained
Not Actual Person wow. Sarcasm. How nice.
I wanna watch the video because poutine is one of my favourite dish but I don’t wanna hear these two women. 🤔
Seriously these women know nothing about food.....potatoey.....really.
@@uebu It's very easy to understand what she's talking about lmao.
@@TheAdnanmajor Ever considered you hate women?
Best poutine in Quebec is at my aunt's house in Trois-Rivieres. Makes her own fries in a big witch cauldron-looking thing over a fire in the backyard while we sit and drink Fin Du Monde. The best.
my favourite food with my favourite beer? how do i pay for this delicacy 🥰
Producer: how many times are you gonna say ‘decadent’?
Hosts: Yes.
F L A V O U R F U L
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Herrine: It’s so decadent
Erin: *repeats with more emotion*
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Lmao 😂
Kylie Jenner vibes
lol so true
The best poutine is Vladimir
Good one lmao
Well I ain't eating THAT shit...
This is criminally underrated
I thought I was so clever and was about to say something similar... but you ruined it :p
@@christianoglow8497 damm sorry bud
Notice how the blonde girl waits for Herinne’s reaction so it can influence her reaction...
Like a lot of people...
They both do it
She’s obnoxious
@@8antonia8asmr yes they both are
They both absolutely suck
Many years ago, as a poutine "virgin" . . . I saw it on the menu, and didn't know what it was -- I was in Windsor, Ontario -- so I naturally ordered "poutine, with fries" . . . . and the spotty youth doing the cooking never questioned my order, and gave me just that. A VAST mound of poutine (with enough fries in it to feed 4): then an equally vast side of fries alone! (I was just the one person, and enough food to feed about 8.) But, I learned a valuable lesson "never add a side of fries to any poutine order!' EVER! :-)
That's hilarious
Unless you want extra fries...
Ah you mean when Canada decided to change their opinion about Quebec's poutines.
Around that time you're talking about, Canada didn't even consider Poutine a dish or a meal.
No, it was after McDonald's put it on a temporary menu that Canada tasted it and changed their mind.
As a Quebecker, I wish that fact would be presented forefront when talking about Poutine.
Canada didn't come up with it, Quebec did!
I live near Windsor, what was the place called? Might have to try it someday
@@Viv1992 mcdonalds poutine is disgusting though
Them: "Poutine is an iconic dish of CANADA"
Me: *Screams in Quebec!*
It comes from Québec but it’s still an iconic Canadian dish, because last time I checked, Québec is still part of Canada eh?
@@theawesomegoalie31 its more iconic in quebec
@@theawesomegoalie31 You can still have regional specification that belong to regional identities not the central state. For example, crêpes are iconic of Bretagne not of France; Or corn grits is iconic of many southern states; Or Welsh rarebit is iconic of Welsh not the UK... Shall I go on my lady?
@@theawesomegoalie31 Anglo-Canadians dissed that dish the moment it started to get tractions in the 70's up to the 2000's when it became an international prized dish. Then all of a sudden, ''It'S CanADiAn diSH oh MY GoSh.'' It's québécoise culture and should be recognised as from our region. There is nothing incompatible saying it comes from Québec and the bests are here. The other great ones around North America and Europe are also mainly made by Québécois chef lol
It's not personnal my dear but it's like a poor argument to say that just to try and neutered Québécois identity. It's sad to see this pride in Québec being seen as ''negative'' or ''irrelevant'' when all accross the world we see regionalism being positively uplifted in food culture (for great reasons).
@@mathieuplante695 I live in Toronto and I don’t give a shit what the old Englishmen say, I love poutine
Thats the real reason us Canadians love poutine- its comforting on a cold winter day.
But you could just make mashed potatoes and gravy it's the same thing or a baked potato and gravy
@@realblacksknowthetruth1519 Nothing like potatoes fried on grease with a good amount of salt.
i love poutine...i had beef once...oh my god. That was crazy good...
REAL BLACKS KNOW THE TRUTH I’m guessing you’ve never had poutine before
It’s comforting on any day 😎
Just to be clear, this was not filmed in recent days... no snow yet in Montreal
Yup it starts snowing in November
Thank you Sherlock
Are you serious or you're trolling ? I hope you're not serious.
Why don't you read the description dude? It has been clearly mentioned that this was filmed in February 2020.
It’s clear 🙄🙄
For decades, Canada looked down on Quebec's poutine. Then it became famous, and suddenly it's Canadian 🙃
when did Canada ever look down on Poutine lol? It just wasn't popular until the last 15 years or so in the rest of Canada and Globally.
Pretty much sums it up. Somehow saying Quebecois dish is an impossibility for Canada.
Classic Québécois behaviour. Conspiracy theorists about how they’re actually oppressed by the rest of Canada.
@@cgohoh I mean historically, sure, but they're still rooted in a colonialist history; the indigenous peoples were and are truly oppressed
@D Anemon not even close
Montreal will always, like the whispers of a devil, push you towards pleasure. Thank you for doing justice to my first love, food, as a Montrealer.
I would try La Banquise as a first timer since it seems like the most pure recipe. Then Ma Poule Mouillée for lunch, and Au Pied de Cochon for a fancy dinner.
You’re almost there… get all three in a single day by getting a Breakfast Poutine at La Banquise!
@@CDrik8383 oh the Breakfast Poutine is freaking good indeed
You guys really need new hosts for this show.
People have been saying this for the longest. All of their hosts are incredibly clueless and cringey. They’re my age and represent the worst.
I totally agree. They are the most unprofessional and clueless people that could have been chosen to do this
their newest host Skyler Bouchard
u should watch her
she got the skill
@@taufaniqbal2266 title?
That seems to be the fad, get some ritzy ditzy 20 something chicks who obviously lived in an affluent bubble and dont know shit 😂 idk why but its like the go to for some reason
As a person who lives close to Montreal I’m happy they finally did that video in honor of our beautiful province, the proud inventor of poutine.☺️
Best places to visit in Canada in your opinion?
Edp4455 La Belle Province, Pizza Pan Pan et Le Pied de Cochon
But those are pretty much all in Montreal
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Laurie Bourgoin Yes but the emoji was not needed.
As a Montréaler, I’m disappointed with the restaurant choices. Feels like little research was done
I always wonder if the restaurants paid to be part of it or the others refused.
I completely agree however Ma Poule mouillé is absolutely the best.
Hey i am coming to Toronto next week.. Will I get Poutine there? And where?
Dont bother getting poutine up there, i have cousins up there and they say that thee poutine is shit
@@caniblmolstr4503 Any Restaurants like Gabby's to any major fast food joints like Mcd's will have it.
The best poutine I ever had in Quebec was 35 years ago in a 24hr greasy spoon at 4:30am called "Le Petit Boeuf" in Sherbrooke. Time of day and level of intoxication is what really determines how good a poutine is. 🤣
Lololol. (thumbs up)
@@theKoreis and the reason I was in Le Petit Boeuf at 4:30am was that we had just left Le Trois X which had 2 for 1 quarts (Cinquante) and 2$ table dances every Tuesday night and were feeling hungry before going back to school in Lennoxville
La Banquise is a classic choice. I must say though, Ma poule mouillée is probably the most underrated poutine in Montréal. They combine Portuguese chicken with the poutine and it is incroyable! It's right across the street from la Banquise.
@tylervanmeter5628 Rotisserie Romados is a good alternative to poutine from Ma Poule Mouillee
I'm hungry and it's literally 12 AM from where I live. It makes me sorta mad that I'm not travelling around the world and tasting different dishes like the iconic poutine.
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@@AvarFPS so??? its amazing
my mom made poutine today it's 1 where I live I'm hungry so I'm going to get poutine
I grew up in Quebec, Canada. I'm happy to see you girls came over to Montreal for poutines. We have so many wonderful places whom makes delicious yummy poutines. I'm a little disappointed that you chose those places. La Belle Province should have been part of the list. You missed out! I still appreciate to see you both enjoying poutines. Thank you for this journey!
@@soukthavoneinsisienmay1188 nah, la belle province is overrated, as many chains are. and even la banquise is also overated though somewhat.
Chez Claudette, Pierrette Patates, Rotisserie Romados, Ma Poule Mouillee, and Sharwarmaz and Au Pied de Cochon for something different, is where it's at
Chez Claudette poutine is old-school goodness. Plus, they have this amazing add-on of ragout de pattes de cochon (pig chin stew), which is a typical Quebec dish that hardly any restaurant in Montreal is serving.
Connaisseur here! Chez Claudette is the best.
Chez Claudette is #1 in my books AA is a very close second
Chez Claudette during the Covid quarantine was disappointing.
Damn I haven't been there in a few years after my last (terrible) experience there where for some reason I ordered the onion ring poutine (not even God knows what I was thinking - adventurous? Or just plain stupid). Anyway that sounds good I think I'll go there & try that :)
Is that Chez Claudette on Laurier East, near the metro?
The Portuguese Poutine is my favorite just by looking at it...🤤
It's seriously good
Always used to watch these videos and thinking will never be able to go visit these places but mann this year I'm in Montreal for studies, and i can't believe how far i have come. Grateful soo much for everything!
Wtf, they missed Costco
DEAD
Greatest poutine of all time
the goat poutine for the best price
costco fries r the best no cap
Yuck
For non-Canadians, Poutine is not an iconic Canadian dish. It is enjoyed in Quebec. But outside of Quebec, it is available but you'd have to look. Most people outside of Quebec rarely eat Poutine. It bothers me that people call it so very Canadian. It is Quebec, but Quebec is also where a significant amount of the World's Maple syrup comes from. that is pretty iconic.
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Idk where you've lived/stayed most of your life but in most of the GTA in Ontario, and even outside of the GTA, you'd be hard pressed to find places that don't serve poutine. I practically have poutine AT LEAST once a month, if not more during the winter, and I don't even live in the GTA. So warm and comforting 😋
@@dragorifichmm, lived in Manitoba, Alberta and Saskatchewan and visit BC lots. It's available, but you have to look for it. (as i said in my comment) It is not common as some outside of Canada seems to say.
As a visitor, my must hit places are Schwartz's Deli for smoked meat, St-Viateur for bagels and La Banquise for a classic poutine. If you have time, then try some Portuguese inspired poutine or "elevated" foie gras poutine. 😀
Schwartz makes a fire poutine as well
As a Montrealer, you are absolutely right on all fronts. My family immigrated to Canada and grew up next to Schwartz. My dad and parents would go there in the 30s and on. St Viateur has the best bagels on the planet. For Portuguese restos, Ramados was my go to!!! I miss my home city!
Dirty dogs has really good poutines too and also good mac n cheese!
Or just hit belle province
I prefer the cafe across the street . Sit down and relax with a cherry coke during the month of July versus that of picking uo yiur meal at Swartzs
I've only had poutine once at a world food fair here in Melbourne, and I still dream about it sometimes... These make me wanna just up and pack my bags and just yeet myself to the other side of the world.
I wish Atlanta had a restaurant serving authentic Montreal-style poutine. It would be such a big hit here.
You could be the one to make it!
... and West Virginia; in our town, MANY Canadiens visit annually... not a bit a poutine in da place! I've craved it, and can't find fresh curds anywhere. Suggestions?
@@lizlafferty1278Go to Canada.
@@lizlafferty1278 I think fresh curds are actually fairly easy to make if you've got the basics of cheesemaking. You need the gear for it, but it's a great skill to have! The rest is easy to make at home. Fries in the oven are legit, and a better alternative than trying to fry them in a pan with oil if you don't have a deep fryer.
This video must date back a while ago because its still winter in the video and also COVID-19
Also cool to know you get to experience one of my province’s/country’s best dishes
the first place is the best I went there
It literally says in the description “Filmed February 2020”
@@adamli1827 rlly?
no shit sherlock
@@littlebunnybigbear5190 idk what part of montreal you live in, but it’s still above 10° C
I'm Canadian and poutine is a must try to any tourists or new ppl
Tank you french toast
I mean, gravy, cheese, and fries? If anything, we could make it at home lmao it's not got anything in it native to Canada that isn't available to other countries.
Unbelieveable burger place in my college town has been serving their own US version of Poutine fries it's how I learned of this wonderful cuisine. I know it can't compare to Canada but it's still terrific (still has white cheddar curds and beef gravy)
@@andymanson3836 like... almost all other food?
new ppl, like, babies ?
"The fries are more like hash browns" 😂
As someone from UK, I am amazed
thatf hilarious!!!!!
Merci for showing poutine! for someone living here in Montreal, everything is hearty indeed.🙌🏼
Québec seems like a great place, but the cold is a bit too extreme. Bon Matin de la Martinique ❤
Il suffit d’être bien habillé. L’hiver c’est une saison extraordinaire avec une tonne d’activités extérieures uniques à faire.
They are ripping off 'Worth it' _haaard_ 😅
Lol
Yeah it's kinda crazy. Like, not even just the premise, but the filmography, the sound effects, the layout of the episode. It's just like....shot for shot, it's a lower-budget Worth It.
Even down to the Asian and Blonde White host
@@keegami It’s kind of an interesting way to see how worth it influenced food videos like these. Before worth it, insider videos didn’t really focus on it’s hosts.
@@keegami everytime I watch their "Best in Town" series I always think it's similar to worth it but this particular episode is definitely.. indeed a full on copy...
Two of the three poutine places are basically across the street from each other. Ma Poule Mouillee is the best poutine I’ve ever had for the same reasons given by the one host. The chicken, chorizo, gravy, and hot sauce take the poutine to another level. With that said, the poutine at the first restaurant featured with Montreal smoked meat added on top is pretty amazing as well. I dream of the poutine at Ma Poule Mouillee often, though. It’s been 2 years since I’ve been there and continually try to figure out reasons to go back to Montreal just to have some more of that poutine.
@@ericquigley1510 For the same reason as Ma Poule Mouillee, I would add Rotisserie Romados
Ma poule mouillee is my favorite! Best poutine in the entire world :)
La banquise looks better
Wow, I'm living in Germany and have never even heard of Poutine before, but it looks like a very fresh, healthy and well balanced dish.
It ain’t healthy dude
@@tylerman5935 You don't say
@@dr.phil.pepper3325 It's not unhealthy unless you eat a super salty version or use bad oil
sure french fries are just among the top 3 most unhealthy foods in the world - the other two being soft drinks like coca cola and potato chips - while potatoes naturally are superhealthy the process of frying them at high temperatures in oil creates transfats which cause artery congestions which can result in strokes and heart attacks and raises the caloric level by a magnitude @@cicatrace
hahaha Indeed not healthy or balanced but oh so good
Since you chose non-traditional poutine for your 2nd and 3rd test, I'm wondering why you didn't also compare them with a more elaborate recipe at the 1st place. I believe you said the first restaurant had 30 different types. In a way the 1st place didn't get a fair shake. Apples to Oranges...
yeah, I'm Surprised they didn't try the Tex Rex at La Banquise ^^;;
Yeah i think about this, not the same comparison
How do you do a comparison like this? 3 totally different offerings. It would be like rating steak against pizza and a burger. Doesn’t seem right. Those all looked delectable though.
Totally agree. 3 very good poutines but all 3 different in thier own way. Im from montreal and these are definitely the 3 places to go to for best poutines.
I mean they're all poutine but to be fair they should've tried the classic for all
I was looking for this comment. I agree 👍🏽
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All three places are excellent.
La Banquise is best after a good evening full of drinking... poutine there is like a balm... the holy grail moment that enables you to absorb the absurd level of alchool you have drunk during your evening.
Ma Poule Mouillée is the best place to experience Poutine and enjoy the dish enhanced with that Portuguese kick to the face! The spicy sauce is indeed excellent (and so is the chicken).
Au Pied de Cochon is the place to enjoy the fusion of Quebec flavor with a dash of French panache. The foie gras... is indeed a nice touch and it's truly a unique experience.
Good video! :) I enjoyed it!
Imagine cancelling a food that can't even walk and talk, and can't even declare war at all. Its because it sounds like vladimir putin.
Poule mouillé is the best. I love how the name of the poutine is "Well, the portuguese doing poutine now"
Am I the only one who likes when Poutine isn’t super fancy.
Poutine is 3 ingredients and anything added on top is not a poutine make.
Scott Nobert are ftom Quebec?
Second one probably would be the best one for me. Just can't let go of my meats.
@@joshuagabrielcatindig7607 poutine doesn't really need any meat, it's good as its own
You mean Québec is really the only place in Canada to get good poutine, I have never had one that even resemble to a poutine outside Québec.
Ottawa is fine
There are a couple of good places in Edmonton that come very close to the real deal
@@ywgmb35 great, I think the sqeeky cheese is hard to get outside Quebec (and apparently Wisconsin)
@@qcomberette nah, Ontario has fresh curds too
Maybe you need to open your eyes a little
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So envious of you. Montreal is an amazing city. Poutine is so incredible. When the pandemic ends I am headed back to Montreal for a wonderful visit and getting really great Poutine. Can't wait.
We'll see what disaster our restaurants have faced at the end of covid19. Not sure many of them will still be open.
@@wxyzmarkus6834 It is very sad but the restaurant, bar and hospitality industries will bounce back . . . they are a social cultural necessity . . . it will happen!! Please Stay Strong, Be Well, Stay Safe, Live It In Joy!
5:01 To the cinematographer: Excellent job. This shot looks like a painting! It's my favorite shot in this episode.
They are complaining about the cold in Montreal, imagine if they came here to Winnipeg.
As a Montrealer I can only say that that's a fact. No one contests the hardiness of Winnipeg here 😂
K 👍🏼 only thing we get to brag about here is being colder then anyone else lol
@@canadianperson3832 Strong people, I must say, to live there! Stay strong brothers to the west 😂👍
K will try the cold is at points unbearable but that’s Winnipeg
Or Labrador
In Soviet Russia Poutine puts gravy on you.
Puts you in your grave-y
Houtine human + poutine ONLY SOLD IN BRAZZZZIL
"Phenom" "Gorg" , thanks i hate it
Yep
I was really weirded out when the guy at Au Pied de Cochon put the cheese curds below the fries. I don't know if it's just me but i have never eaten poutine like that.
That’s because it’s the wrong way 😂
Many spots add cheese at the bottom under the fries and cheese on top…it melts well with the sauce and delicious
I’ve seen more emotion from a celery stick than these hosts
Me as an Asian
“Hmm it must be nice served with rice”
Samee
hahaha
Really guys? Starch with starch
you wanna eat starch with starch?
mister dondon Yeah rice is the best
The Foie Gras might seem a bit pretentious, and perhaps it is, but that's hands down *The Best* poutine on the planet!
@Barry Baz, well that's why I don't eat it, friend. I was a bit of a callous prick when I was younger in the biz until my conscience got the best of me.
I put foie gras in my mardi gras poutine... nothing pretentious there
I’ve never visited Canada and I’ve never had poutine, but think I’ll have to try to make some at home one of these days because Swedish autumn and winter is just too chilly and uncomfortable for humans and that calls for some good comfort food!
It'll be basically impossible to replicate at home. Can't get the cheese, can sort of replicate the gravy but not really, and would be very difficult to replicate the style of fries
As a Montrealer that is now living in Arizona, you've made me home sick. Thank you. Because you didn't hit all the spots, don't let the negative comments bother you. Kuddos!
Thank you for this. Recently fell in love with Poutine while in Vancouver, British Columbia. Now making our own at home since you can't get it anywhere in California pretty much.
The Asian host's taste perspective is too American-y
Because she's an AMERICAN.
@get nae nae'd stop speaking
get nae nae'd what ? LMAOJVJN
Kay Flip ya that’s exactly what we expect
ihategooglespooks asian lives matter
You can't really compare a plain poutine with one loaded with chorizo & chicken and then one with foie gras. They are all completely different flavors and depend on your tastes. Of course the chorizo & chicken is going to be better than the plain and the foie gras more buttery and flavorful than the chorizo & chicken. Either try everyones signature loaded poutine are everyones plain poutine to make a comparison. They all looked delicious though.
Hahah right
Like how is that comparable?
12:54 The moment you knew this contest was over 😁
I'm sold!
yeah but it's like 3 times expensive than the previous ones
Anyone know the song at that time?
I legit laughed at the idea of “decadent poutine” and asked myself out loud, what do they do, put foie gras in it? And they did...
As a Montrealer, this was an awesome episode. Great job girls.
5:00 That's not Montreal... That's not even Quebec... Not even Canada... Not even North America...
Looks like Eastern Europe. Somebody put Poutine + snow in the search string and got shots of Moscow in the winter
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2 adds before every UA-cam video makes me want to just close the app altogether sometimes lol
Americans trying to act like they know what a poutine should be 🤣
Canadians acting like they invented potatoes cheese and gravy 🤣
👀 we did tho
@@bheemeshbommireddy4807 as a dish, yes. Yes they did.
Wait aren't canadians americans?
Anglo Canadian appropriated the poutine too!
Hits kinda different with the war
The amount of "iconic" in this channel took the value from the word
God the way anyone outside of Quebec pronounces poutine disturbs me.
Haha
same
Québec shouldn't be said in English
Not me I give their pronunciation a pass because they're tourists
which is how everyone pronounces it lol
La Banquise, first restaurant I went with my ex partner when I went to Montreal exactly 1year today. Ahh... I miss Canada
Thank you for going at the right places. Great range in quality/price and well represent la Poutine and Montréal :D
Poulet Rouge , and Valentine’s also make amazing poutines !!! So many “ CASSE CROUTES “ in the province of QUEBEC make amazing poutines !!! It all comes down to our taste buds !!! 😀
I lived in Montreal all my life and there’s other little hidden gems MUCH better then that
hey ! could you maybe share them ?
Great choices of poutine spots. It seems like something very simple but there are so many places in montreal that make really bad poutine. I also agree that Au Pied de Cochon is one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. I love a good local greasy spoon type place, but Au Pied de Cochon takes poutine to a Michelin Star level! Bon apetit!
That 2nd place 10 bucks wow what a deal!!!
The third one and not using his hands and being $25, I'll go for the second rich, 'flave for grave😂😂' and it being $10
Sometimes the cheaper option, is the best option. 😏
Spoken like someone who has never had foie gras before
@@Wendysmanager42069 u got me,😭😭
I understand the price tag at Cochon is high, but every single menu item is worth more than the asking price. This place is an experience and is definitely worth it for a special occasion or treat. When I drive from Massachusetts, I cant leave Montreal until I've been there. It's that good
thatf hilaros. you are hilaros!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The foie gras poutine is a masterful dish. One of the best meal I ever had
I’ve tried La Banquise, but now I must go for Le Pied De Cochon for that foie gras expérience! Thanks for stopping by our town.
I watch this late at night cause I can’t eat after 8pm and I’m starving...🤦♂️
Americans when they eat: 🤦♀️🙂😀🤤👍😒😏🤨😀
People often visit Montreal during the summer months which is totally understandable! But in all honesty, and this is just my opinion, I'd say that a large part of experiencing Montreal for the city that it is lies in coming here during the winter months. You experience things differently depending on the season, and the same goes with enjoying a poutine, as weird as that may sound. When you're out in the cold weather and feeling hungry, going into a warm, rustic cabane-style (which is very typical quebecois) establishment with your buds and being served a piping hot poutine after spending a couple of hours outside, it just warms your body up in the best way... That's where the true comfort and delight of eating a poutine lies :) Try it this way if you can, I promise you that it will be worth it.
Prior to current travel restrictions my wife I would visit the great white north every US Thanksgiving weekend plus other times. In the heart of Jan one year watching the temp on the car thermometer go lower and lower was 9 when we left home in southern NH ended up being below zero by the time we hit the border.
1 ) If you have to use an American accent, call it "Poo-tin" the actual French pronunciation where the n us not quite pronounced, but does affect the vowels is not natural for us English.
2) I fully respect your choices and decision. For $10 the 2nd choice is a truly excellent value
3) With all the hype into style, the authentic 'virgin' variety gets lost. Borderline crispy, thick, unseasoned fries; veal gravy (or mix chicken with beef); and fresh, squeaky curd cheese. After that - personalize it. I change the gravy to a more beefy and sometimes go creamy peppercorn and the toppings van see bacon that is just starting to get crisp, chicken (not as good as seen here), or pulled pork. My son prefers adding a home-battered chickens with a general Tao sauce, the s sauces combine to make a sauce that is difficult to describe other than "the best of both worlds, yet master of neither"
The best poutine is in rural Quebec cause this is where we make the cheese in local cheesery, it's always fresh!
We don't put any sweet potatoes, any funky stuff in. just the classic thing . Or the Italian version with pasta sauce instead of the classic gravy
Imagine if Quebec gains independence. Then what will the Anglo Canadians have to show off? Kraft Dinner? lol
Poutine is cheesy chips with gravy, hardly haute cuisine, chippys in the uk have been doing it for years without the 'trendy' vibe.
@@alexbooth5981 cheese curds* and it's not gravy but poutine sauce.
Ever have seafood from top newfoundland restaurants? Guessing not. Poutine is great, but lets be honest, it's still just french fries.
This seems like the most dish imaginable. It looks delicious but it's very rudimentary.
@@TheSavageB we have a lot more than poutine ;)
As a Montrealer, I find this video absolutely wrong. It looks like they just googled the "best places to eat poutine" and went there without any serious research. I don’t believe these poutines are fair for this kind of comparison. Yes la banquise is iconic but it’s the only original poutine in my opinion. Don’t get me wrong, both other poutines looked amazing but that’s not the original poutine that is well-known and loved all over the province (because it comes from Québec and should be referred to that way and not a "traditional Canadian meal" and if they had done basic research they would’ve known to specify).
Opinions are welcomed and I invite the hate from others from being to patriotic over a meal ;)
Is this "blaise faire" attitude towards fois gras par for the course in Canada? I've never had fois gras but after seeing how it's made I can't imagine asking for it.
StructuredBASIC I’m not sure if I understand your question but no, foie gras is not an everyday food in Canada. The girls just happened to go to a very known Chef’s restaurant here in Montreal which serve more expensive and eccentric meals
I meant the fact that they're eating an animal product that's the result of animal cruelty. I couldn't imagine if somebody shoved a tube down my throat and forced fat slurry into my stomach.
i dont understand how people from other countries try to tell which poutine is the best when they don't even know what its really supposed to taste like!!!
‘traditional canadian meal’ lol....Canada is not old enough to be having its own traditional meal. Just a bunch of French and English living on lands abroad.
We visited 3 different restaurants at 3 drastically different price points, to find out which was the "best in town" at its given price point.
okay let me know
this comment was worth it
As a Montrealer, Ma Poule Mouillee is my favourite poutine. You just get SO much bang for your buck on top of the strong flavour profile.
@@marcchoronzey3923 Yup. Rotisserie Romados is another good "portugese poutine" option
Now that's what we Quebecois call a poutine. Very appealing sauce, perfectly golden fries and cheese that go skuick skuick
I always make this one and never knew it exists... but I would love to add a sunny side up on top :>>
Fun fact: Poutine restaurant own by Portugueses, the one the girl said it had the best gravy sauce 😂😂😂
Portugueses make really good fries on themselves (more like potatoes quarter). Imo they make the best one (with belgian)
@@SirBojo4 Is this true? Only because I've moved to a Portuguese area and have yet to try their fries. Thinking it's just fries.
@@dl1388 No, it was made by Montrealer in the 50s
Their chemistry is amazing ! I always like listening to Herrien's insightful critique -- but Erin's happy go lucky charm adds a lot to the whole episode
This video kept me all night thinkin of poutine💀💀
“Montreal is the city to get the best” oh God the amount of Quebecers who would fight you over that statement
ah yes my favorite meal a Russian politician
Best comment ever 😂
Bah oui Poutine!
@@quinnw6795
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@@bom12yearsago56 no joke their is a place call vladimir POUTINE in montreal
@@jakpote88 nice
Been to Montreal 5 times and have yet to try poutine. Need to make it a priority next time.
How tf did you not get it
@@volfgang1393 i'll second that question lol
Honestly, I don't know why people are griping and hating so much on these two hostesses. I think they delivered very well. I am left feeling plenty entertained and informed after watching. And they have me really wanting to go back to Canada to try these tantalizing versions of poutine. So many of you must have sad lives with such unattainable standards to be whining about these two girls. Herrine and Erin did a great job joyfully taking us through a glorious poutine adventure. Y'alls need to calm your tits with the complaints.
I imagine the ol pooper would be a barking after a day of poutine haha worth it with out a doubt
Two toques taking on Montreal poutine, lol, winter is a great time to experience Canadian cuisine