A Montreal institution since 1938, La Binerie Mont-Royal has been serving up traditional Quebecois comfort food for generations. This no-frills diner is legendary for its fèves au lard (baked beans)—they churn out 32 tons per year—but the menu doesn’t stop there. Expect classics like tourtière, pâté chinois, cretons, meatloaf, and pouding chômeur as well.
Over the decades, everyone from Maurice Richard to former mayor Camilien Houde has had a seat at La Binerie’s counter, and the spot even played a role in Yves Beauchemin’s novel and film Le Matou. More recently, National Geographic recognized it for its cultural significance in preserving Quebec’s culinary heritage.
After 81 years on Mont-Royal Avenue, the restaurant relocated to Saint-Denis and Rachel, keeping the spirit of the original alive—right down to its iconic sign, now displayed indoors. The new space offers more seating (95 spots instead of 23), but nothing has changed when it comes to the food. Everything is homemade and baked—not fried—including the poutine’s oven-cooked fries.
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