Restaurant Votre Maison: A Cult Casse-Croûte in Longueuil

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Some places you don’t stumble on by accident: someone tips you off, or you spot them by the line spilling down the sidewalk. On Boulevard Curé-Poirier in Longueuil, Restaurant Votre Maison is one of those. Behind its counter hides one of Québec’s best casse-croûtes, and one of our favourite poutines on the South Shore. Open for barely three years, it has already built a loyal following — the kind that’s in on the secret.

The Poutine Is Why You Cross the Bridge

The poutine is what you make the trip for. The fries, cut and cooked on site, come out golden and crisp — the foundation of any good poutine. The cheese curds squeak against your teeth, and the generosity is real: they pile it on, never the other way around. The gravy leans more BBQ than classic brown sauce, savoury and coating the fries without ever turning them soggy. Portions are hefty and the value is hard to beat; the giant splits easily between two, and you can add chicken for something more filling. People almost always order the regular, but the italienne (Italian-style, topped with meat sauce) is worth a try here — just as good, if not better.

The Full Québécois Casse-Croûte Playbook

And the poutine is only the start, because the kitchen covers the whole Québécois casse-croûte repertoire, from steamés (steamed hot dogs) to juicy burgers, not forgetting the pogos (corn dogs) and a well-stacked club sandwich.

The Greek Surprise: Gyros Off the Spit

Where Restaurant Votre Maison surprises is on the Greek side. It also turns out excellent dishes drawn from that kitchen, starting with the spit-roasted gyros — the meat golden and fragrant, shaved into thin, tender ribbons. Have it rolled in a soft pita, or as a platter for bigger appetites, with fries, salad, and house-made tzatziki.

A Modest Room With a Summer Lineup

All of it in a classic neighbourhood casse-croûte setting, modest and plain, where people come as much for a quick lunch as for a family supper. It’s a hugely popular spot on the South Shore in summer: expect a line and few free seats inside. But the wait is worth it, and the service stays fast and friendly. And if the poutine craving hits at home, Votre Maison delivers through the usual online ordering platforms.

The Verdict

Between an overflowing poutine and gyros turning on the spit, Restaurant Votre Maison makes a strong case for the detour. In just a few years, it has already carved out a real reputation on the South Shore. We’ll be back without a second thought. Bon appétit!


Photography by Alison Slattery





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