Restaurant Lafleur

Lafleur’s Hochelaga location carries the weight of decades of Quebec fast-food history. What started as a simple “voiture à patates” in LaSalle back in 1951 has since grown into a chain that’s cemented itself as part of Montreal’s roadside culture. Denis Vinet’s vision, rooted in a family dairy farm, evolved into a brand synonymous with steamies, fresh-cut fries, and unapologetically old-school poutine. The Hochelaga outpost stays true to the formula: no-frills counter service, golden fries prepared on-site, and hot dogs done the classic Quebec way. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best food experiences aren’t about reinvention—they’re about getting it right, time and time again.