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Restaurant MA-Am-M Bolduc
Category: Restaurants Breakfast & Brunch Breakfast & Brunch [Edit]
4351-4355, Avenue De LorimierMontreal, QC H2H 2B3
(514) 527-3884
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 10 pm
Sat 8 am - 10 pm
Sun 9 am - 10 pm
- Price Range:
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$
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
12 reviews for Restaurant MA-Am-M Bolduc
12 reviews in English
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Review from Jeff O.
9/1/2011
Ma-Am-M Buldoc is the place where makeshift meets gourmet. The menu is huge, and looking through the funky thing takes forever to order. The staff was ultra-friendly and helpful, the host was seemingly up for the challenge of English speakers. That was charming.
I loved the crepes and the gravy on the poutine was my favorite of the 3 I've had in Montreal. I believe that Montrealers overdo their hamburgers, but the bun, and toppings were great on it. So was the salad. I'd love to come here again and again. It be great to even tell people you come here again and again. While not "too cool for school", they are definitely at a cloud level of coolness.
This was our first meal in Montreal -- our introduction couldn't have been better.Listed in: Canada!
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Review from Adam M.
Montréal, QC
8/17/2011
Ma-Am-M Bolduc is the perfect place to pick a hamburger out of a scrapbook.
This is a quaint little restaurant at the corner of Marie-Anne and De Lorimier. It can be easily spotted from lower orbit by its neon orange banner and colourful mural.
The restaurant rides hard on client fidelity, the appeal and feel of a neighborhood family business, and its somewhat adventurous menu. First time diners will certainly take notice of the mildly disjointed decor (bright paintings, mosaics everywhere, chairs and benches dispersed somewhat randomly) but the "playground" feeling disappears almost instantly once seated. Ma-Am-M Bolduc--whose name will now be copied and pasted because it is a pain to type out--makes the most out of DIY presentation, with charming touches like water being served in stripped wine bottles and, again, the scrapbook menu.
The food is serviceable, and sometimes downright delicious. The cooks tend to make the most out of simple meals; the poutines and burgers in particular are almost constant hits, but some more exotic choices can be disappointing in execution.
For instance, there is only one meal in the breakfast menu which includes a stuffed baked potato. It's somewhat stuffed. It's not exactly baked. In another confusing accident, I asked for a glass of orange juice and received the pulpy remains of a savagely assaulted citrus. I actually had to chew the pulp before swallowing gulps. These little hiccups mean I wouldn't feel comfortable ordering "anything".
I would advise taking a chance with the items featured on the blackboard. Generally, these are fresh twists on old classics and rarely miss their mark. They also have a small but decent selection of beers on tap, always a plus. The day menu also offers a good selection of fairly priced meals, all of them reliably tasty.
Among other nice touches, there is the above-par dedication and friendliness of the staff. (Some waiters will sit down next to your table to take your order. This is oddly pleasant and does not put a dent in their professionalism; it gives the sense that they are willing to discuss your tastes and help you make the best possible selection.) The billing is a no-frills affair where you just get up and see the cashier once you're done comparing the paintings. Cool.
To sum it up, while it might not deserve an absolute must-see recommendation, Ma-Am-M Bolduc is a satisfying and agreeable piece of Québécois and especially Plateau culture. Check it out next time you crave a bison burger. -
Review from Raymond L.
12/30/2011
After hearing some rave reviews of this place, my spouse and I decided to try it out . The location was on a quiet neighborhood right on the corner so it wouldn't be hard to miss. Decor is funky and retro with bright colors and art drawings on the wall. The menu was rather large with breakfast, burgers, crepes, etc..but I was a bit disappointed with the limited choices of poutines (only 5) . I opt for the large regular poutine (7.99). The service was good and quick it was 4pm and there was only 1-2 tables. When the poutine came out, it looked good. Upon tasting it the sauce was not very hot which I had liked it to be and the fries were a bit soft on the outside (I would have preferred it a bit crispier). The dark fries might be because they have to change the oil (like some reviewers mentioned). The cheese curd didn't look too fresh as it was pale in color and not the sharp white that you would normally see if they were fresh. The curd didn't squeak but was rather a bit melted. Overall, it was m'eh for me my spouse was disappointed however. It could be an off day for the chef since it was holiday time. I would give it another try some other day but for now I'll try the other "top poutine" joints that people were talking about.
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Review from Simon B.
12/6/2009 1 photo
Poutine: thick and rich peppery gravy , crisp french fries and appropriate cheese. The poutine vegetarienne is excellent also, but the traditional poutine will do just fine.
This is the best poutine in Montreal, right ahead of Poutine Lafleur in Verdun. Born and raised in Quebec, whenever I visit this is the ONE poutine that I want to go to again. And always do. Darn it, now I want one and I'm 600 miles away. Please christmas break, come faster.Listed in: Best Poutines.
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Review from Rev. Dr. Christopher J. G.
9/17/2008
My Poutine travels continued through Montreal with my visit to Maamm Bolduc was pretty damn cool.
First off, this is not a place you wander into. No, it is a place you must enter with thought and care. They have several styles and to just willy-nilly pick one is a disgrace to a true Poutine eater! No, make plans and know your pallette.
I had the Poutine Bourguignonne with a Coke. The stuff was amazing. The curds melted so perfectly and the gravy was incredible. I was on my 5 or 6th poutine of my adventure and this was a real highlight.
The best part was the onions. They were crispy and delicious and the perfect counter-point. Not the best fries of the challenge, but possibly the best over-all. -
Review from Tim W.
1/2/2010
Best poutine to date for me! I only get to have it once per year, but this was great! There are a number to chiose from...not as many as other poutine restaurants but plenty to satisfy!
Crisp fries, thick sauce, slightly squeaky cheese (indicates freshness) and great beer on tap! Go ahead order the large you'll wish you would have if not! -
Review from Steve P.
3/26/2010 2 photos
My fiancee and I only have 3 nights in Montreal and one of the things on her must get list was Poutine. Well it was between this place and Resto La Banquise, and this spot won the coin toss.
As spoken by other yelpers, let me re-iterate some key points. The menu is quite possibly one of the most colorful hand made works of art that doubles as a menu. The interior is similarly decorated as well. You would never think that a place like this existed in such a location, but drive through a residential part of town, and then boom, there it is just sitting on the corner. Server was friendly and offered us a selection of their beers on tap and information on what they had for the evening. Eventually my fiancee settled on being a traditionalist with the standard grand Regulaire, while I went the man route and got the grand Bourguignonne, although I had them leave out the mushrooms. Pics were taken of both dishes and just staring at these took a year off our lives.
Mine could best be described as meat on a plate with starch under it. The gravy was excellent and seasoning of the beef was tasty. Since I am not Canadian, I cannot say whether the cheese "squeaked" or not so I deferred to my fiancee who says "It didn't squeak but it was still fresh" you purists apparently will understand that..
She enjoyed her traditional poutine, however felt that the fries could have been a little less greasy, more cheese on the plate, and that the gravy was perfect. Definitely one of her top 3 poutines shes had so far to date. -
Review from tom k.
9/14/2009
The gravy here is the balls!
Let me lay it out for you, the basic poutine has 3 ingrediends: fries, gravy, cheese. Fries can be thick/thin, crispy or soggy. Cheese can be sqeeky and fresh/or not, and applied in various amounts. BUT, the secret ... the real magic ... that's in the gravy baby.
Ma-am-m Bolduc's gravy is meaty, peppery, and full of wonderful.
This little resto is tucked away on a quiet street, and has an enjoyable front patio for good weather (pitchers of beer are a plus). I found the servers to be friendly and laid back. Overall, my favorite place for poutine in Montreal. -
Review from Heather S.
Blainville, QC
11/25/2008 1 photo
If the crowds in a place indicate its awesomeness - Ma-am-m Bolduc's wins hands-down.
Planning on poutine, i was completely unprepared for the extensive breakfast menu which will have me returning on another Sunday for brunch.
Thoughts on the Bourguignonne poutine - more cheese please. The gravy and fries are perfect, but poutine needs curd cheese in copious amounts. -
Review from Marilyn T.
5/26/2009
We drove here particularly for the poutine, as we had heard it was one of the best in Montreal. The place is small and colorfully decorated, and it feels cozy and warm, situated on a random street corner. The servers are usually kind of hanging out behind the counter, and it's a very casual spot.
There's a nice variety of poutines to choose one, and we went with the traditional one. The curds melted nicely, and the gravy was flavorful and beefy, but I wasn't such a fan of the fries. The best part was probably the gravy, as it tasted rich and as if it'd been stewing for hours. They weren't crisp enough to stand up to the sauce, and there wasn't enough cheese, in my opinion.
Unfortunately, there should be more to the poutine than just the gravy. The preparation of the fries themselves and the lack of cheese was disappointing. -
Review from James F.
Montréal, QC
5/31/2010
New owners since about 3 years. They've added some fancy bistro items to the menu, but the ones I tried were disappointing. Stick to the poutine. I usually get poutine bourguignon. Small is big enough. I don't like their hamburgers much. The "gros déjeuner" is my choice for breakfast: eggs, bacon, home fries, fruit, toast, beans, creton. You can order breakfast all day. Another tip: order your poutine over home fries instead of french fries. It's not on the menu, but they'll do it and it's good.
I agree with other posters that their fries aren't the best, can be a bit soggy. But overall the poutine is pretty good.
They get busy Saturday and Sunday for brunch, but other times it isn't hard to get a seat. -
Review from Shar B.
10/11/2010
Of course we had to try poutine while visiting Montreal from NYC. We ultimately wound up here via recommendations from a local who said this was HIS favorite place for poutine (so it had to be excellent!). The colorful menu & interior were fabulous (though we opted to sit outside that summer day) as was the cool, casual vibe. Our server was super-personable & he very patiently translated the poutine menu to us. After considering the numerous savory-sounding options, my husband & I ultimately chose to split the "Mexican" variation which in addition to the customary fries, gravy & cheese curds, also included cheddar cheese, red/yellow peppers, onions & "hot" peppers (more medium, which was perfect for me). Holy moly, decadent & delicious... each component of this dish was mighty scrumptious. As a poutine-virgin, I must say I thought the cheese would be more like cottage cheese but it was reminiscent of fresh mozzarella to me - tasty stuff across the board - we had to indulge in poutine at least once in our lives! We left STUFFED & satisfied.... thankfully a looong walk to & through Parc Lafontaine followed! To drink, hubby enjoyed one of their many fresh fruit juices & I think I had a cherry soda. They had other non-poutine things that looked tasty - I believe breakfast offerings, sandwiches, etc. But we came for one reason & left happy that we chose the right place to get it!
