A sugar shack that doubles as a time capsule, Cabane à Sucre Marc Besner has been serving up syrup-soaked feasts for over 35 years while preserving the legacy of the Besner family’s farming roots. What started as a small gathering spot has expanded into a sprawling venue that can now host over 500 guests, yet it still feels warm and welcoming. One hall even displays antique farming tools and heirlooms from the family’s past, grounding the space in history. The buffet-style menu covers all the classics—meatball stew, sausages in syrup, crisse de oreilles, and sugar pie—while weekends bring tractor rides, taffy on snow, and live singalongs. Beyond sugar season, the venue stays active with catering and event rentals, proving that this isn’t just a shack—it’s a community fixture.
Mentioned in
The best sugar shacks near Montreal
Running from late February through April, sugar shack season is a short but glorious stretch of syrup-soaked feasts best enjoyed in the countryside.
Buy-right. Shop local. Support small business. Choose from a hand-picked selection of prints from local photographers, makers and artisans.
Want to know what’s happening in Montreal?
We curate local content into a weekly news bulletin so you can find out what’s going on around town in one place. Sign up to stay informed.