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| - If your looking to grab a quick bite of poutine, Smokes is they way to go.
One thing i love about the place is the "culture" that they've created around the franchise. They're always playing 80's rock, and the lumberjack colours suit the place perfectly. It's also a great late night joint. The place is booming late at night, and many of my stoner friends will tell you it's the best place to satisfy the munchies! They sometimes also have fun little stickers which you can place in creative ways around town!
While it's definitely my go to place for poutine, it's not the greatest poutine i've ever had. My only real concern is the fries. They just don't measure up to many other fries i've tried over the city. Even the fries from some mediocre restaurants i've tried are better. Smokes saving grace is in it's gravy and cheese curds, but especially the toppings. While the gravy and cheese curds are great, the toppings take it to the next level. My favourite is the double pork, which comes with double smoked bacon and pulled port. The smokiness of the bacon with the super tender and sweet pork is a perfect balance. On the odd occasion, i'll sometimes get caramelized onions in there to, which is heaven.
I would give it 5 stars, but the fries just aren't as good compared to everything else. Still, if you haven't tried poutine, or you're just unsure whether or not the poutine at smokes will be as good as the stuff in Quebec, you're missing out!
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