Smoke's Poutinerie Fredericton in Fredericton

99 York St, Fredericton, NB E3B 3N4, Canada

★★★★☆
(437 reviews)
Categories: Fast food restaurant
Website
smokespoutinerie.com
Address
99 York St, Fredericton, NB E3B 3N4, Canada
Plus Code
X964+W9 Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Sunday
11 AM–12 AM
Monday
11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–11 PM
Wednesday
11 AM–11 PM
Thursday
11 AM–3 AM
Friday
11 AM–4 AM
Saturday
11 AM–4 AM

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Late-night food
Dining options
Lunch Dinner
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids

Photos

Reviews

4.1
★★★★☆
437 reviews

Most Mentioned

price (23) gravy (22) veggie (10) cheese curds (7) bacon (7) pierogies (4) pulled pork (4) hungry (4) butter chicken (3) craft beer (2)
5 stars
215
4 stars
127
3 stars
47
2 stars
23
1 stars
25
★★★★★
October 29, 2024

We try to make an excuse to visit Fredericton every fall for the sole purpose of eating lunch at Smoke's for an order of Holiday Poutine. We love their regular menu of poutine the rest of the year but the mix of turkey, stuffing, peas, and cranberry sauce, that they only offer in the fall, really ramps up the flavor! We felt there was a little too much gravy this year but that did not stop me from eating every single bite of the Wow size order!

★★
September 11, 2024

Ordered a poutine, was not at all enjoyable, threw it out because I was not able to take another bite. I don't recommend a butter chicken poutine. It had a lot of whites of the green onion and the butter chicken was just the sauce mixed with gravy. Had it been more enjoyable if the temp was a little lower on the gravy, I might have eaten a little more. Overall, for the price, I expected chicken in the butter chicken sauce and for there not to be gravy mixed in. As well, just a small amount of green onions would've been better so it didn't overpower the taste completely. Dining area was clean but you can smell the humidity in the wood (like an old wet cabin) which may or may not start to mold?

★★★★★
January 30, 2024

A pretty decent place to go if you're craving poutine! Today's service was good, but they only had one guy working everything, but he was super kind and did our orders correctly and well. The poutine was pretty good too, and the cheese is real Quebec cheese, as it squeaks as you chew. The gravy was pretty good, and the fries, you can tell they are frozen fries but they were still pretty good. Overall a pretty nice place to go!

★★★★
July 29, 2023

I tried the veggie poutine, not my favorite but is ok. The workers apologized because we waited long time for our two orders.

★★★
March 3, 2022

Was looking so much for this Poutine. But I guess it is like Russian Putin, big promises but low results. The amount of cheese is low, the price is high, and the most ridiculous is that when you pay it is even exist an option for tips (for the zero service fast food)

★★★★★
December 2, 2020

5 minutes before closing I showed up at this place , one lonely worker with that look on his face . Took my order with a smile, even went the extra mile. COVID Friendly measures Taken. I felt safe during the poutine makin'. Thanks for the late night supper and hospitality. The food was great even though I expected it not to be.

★★★★★
November 11, 2020

The poutines made here are top notch, mid price range with a poutine and drink costing almost $20 but,you won't regret trying one or more they are exceptional! Pic is Philly cheese steak poutine. That and the coke was $16.well worth it in my honest Opinion!

June 2, 2018

EDITED FROM 6 YEAR OLD REVIEW (Previously 4/5 stars) Few years ago the place made a pretty wicked poutine; may not have had crunchy fries, but you'd get a massive portion of fries and meat for the price you'd pay. Went back in for the first time in years last week - the portion of meat I got on my poutine was honestly sad. No joke it was at most 1/5th what used to go on the poutine. Looked like somebody grabbed a tiny spoonful of pulled pork and dropped it on top. Literally like 4 bites worth of meat and a tonne of overly salted, soggy fries for nearly $20. Yikes.

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Can be so quick to get your order!

★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Abit pricey but you get a decent amount and a variety of poutine choices

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great service, mediocre food, way over priced

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Oh my goodness. The Donair Poutine is absolutely amazing. Still thinking about it Best poutine Ive ever had!

July 22, 2024

Simply not very good. Location allows for decent people watching. If you do like it, it s a decent value.

Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Paid $8 for 3 deepfried dillpickle spears... very disappointed as the advertisement on the menu displayed a full box. Extremely misleading and not to mention EXPENSIVE.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Absolutely dynamite!! Got two poutines- avalanche and perogy. The large is absolutely massive. The guy at the counter was so pleasant and our orders were make correct (had a couple adjustments to original items). Overall great experience 10/10

★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Just had a quick lunch here. It had just opened for the day and we ordered $80 worth of poutines. Just subpar fries (soft, not crispy). There was little to no salt added to the gravy or fries. Very bland (it was the vegetarian gravy). The staff was awesome and kind, just seems like quality of food not great anymore. Five to ten years ago, this was a favorite spot. It was also cold in the restaurant.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Smoke s! Our first stop back in Fredericton on our trip up from Maine was poutine for lunch at Smoke s. Oh my goodness, so many types and toppings. A large is truly LARGE. A great value. The French fries are exceptional. I had the butter chicken poutine and the flavor was unbelievable. We love Smoke s!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

This is the best place for a poutine. You cannot beat it.

March 22, 2024

It was horrible experience.didnt like the food.

February 22, 2024

The food the workers have to assemble is good. But the workers themselves ruin everything by being so drugged out. Unless you want drunk meth addicts making your food dont go in after 11pm.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Very good poutine, had bacon and butter chicken and onion rings. Perfect cooked, nice and crispy. Delicious. Will be back again

★★
December 22, 2023

Taste good but not 20$ worth for a poutine. Price is expensive.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

It hits the spot if you want to actively feel your arteries clog.

★★
December 22, 2023

Very little toppings on the poutine (pork and cheese curds), waaaay too much salt, and the fries tasted freezer burnt. For a $20 poutine, very disappointing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The team working here are super friendly and chatty. Always good portions and taste poutine with a range of extras. Vegetarian options: Loads of options

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This is definitely not poutine, the sauce was bad and the cheese taste nothing

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Could always use a little extra gravy closer to the bottom of the box! Hot delicious fresh.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Store is too loud, prices are inflated for what amounts to cheese, potatoes, and gravy. But if you need a quick poutine downtown its not a bad option.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ive visited Smokes Poutinerie twice, and it has left me with mixed feelings. The first time, I tried their classic poutine, but it had an unknown spice that I didnt enjoy. I prefer a regular poutine, and while it was slightly pricier than my favorite Costcos poutine, it was still reasonable compared to other downtown Fredericton restaurants. On my second visit, during their annual opening, I had the cheese with chipotle and mayo poutine, and it was absolutely delicious. Perhaps I should give Smokes Poutinerie another chance to become my go-to poutine spot.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very good food, amazing staff, just a little expensive for fries, cheese, and gravy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had the small pierogies they were tasty with the perfect amount of toppings.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I always visit Smokes when in Fredericton. They have great selections , generous portions and friendly service. Highly recommended!

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Definitely don t order the bacon cheeseburger.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I was not expecting much since this is poutine outside of the belle province but it was open so why not. The suace is excellent and really makes this poutine. The fries were great and the correct cheese curds were used. I would have like a little more cheese but overall good food and I would go back next time Im in Fredericton.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing people who work here. Give them all a raise. hands down the best service Ive ever had at a fast food/restaurant. 10/10 recommended and the taste is amazing. Absolutely love it. Xx

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Perfect for anyone who loves poutine but wants a different take on the basic flavors

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Delicious

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

We arrived hungry in Fredricton to find this little shop was giving away poutine! It was a delicious treat and a warm welcome to the city!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Good pouting and large portions. The vegan gravy is yummy just wish they had a vegan cheese option. A bit overpriced.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great place. Took my kids there and the servers were accommodating. Definitely recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great poutine

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Smokes remains the premier location for poutine in downtown Fredericton

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Had the BEST experience at Smoke s with Nate. Such great service and friendly vibes. 10/10.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Its potuine. In every variety of the rainbow, but still, limited to deep fried food. Obviously, if youre headed there, be aware, but if youre shopping for a salad in a poutine shop, youve already got a screw or two loose.

★★★★
December 22, 2022

We were a group of 20+ who walked in off the street Nivember 20, 2022. Variety of ages. The food was good and hot after our geo-cache hike around downtown. The shining star, though, was the single employee who took our orders and made them. He was very friendly and efficient when dealing with us. Always had a smile.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Holiday poutine is delicious but a bit costly. No complaints otherwise.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Well the food wasnt as good as I remember I get the same pretend every time I go in and for some reason I get pepperoni on my triple fork instead of sausage Lack of gravy and cheese not happy with this visit

★★★★
December 22, 2021

Decent

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great Service and Great Food! I highly recommend if you in for something rich and tasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Love it for what it is! Not a 5star restaurant so don t expect that. It s delicious poutine with any topping you can think of. Tastes great sober or not!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Awesome poutine!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great poutine

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Country style is my favorite...with always friendly service!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Good stuff, solid poutine!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Just like it says on the tin; this fast food style eatery specializes in poutine. They serve a variety of tasty poutine dishes. Advanced warning: Smokes is very generous with their portions, so order accordingly.

★★★
December 22, 2021

I was really looking forward to eating a delicious poutine, and Im disappointed. I went out of my way to go in for a popcorn chicken poutine and was told they didnt have any left, after a couple awkward moments of silence I asked if there was any alternative he could offer and he said I could put boneless chicken on it. Yay, sounds good. But I got home to 3 pieces of chicken and barely any gravy. I paid 26$ for two medium sized poutines with barely anything to them, I felt like I was just eating plain fries. The 3 stars is for the fact that when he did make my poutine, he displayed excellent hand hygiene and covid precautions, which is always appreciated. Unfortunately, I probably wont be back for the price of what I went home with.

★★
December 22, 2021

They need to service their heat pump. The place reeked of musty, moldy mildew. Im sure it was the heat pump. Looks like it hasnt been cleaned in ages.

★★★★
December 22, 2021

Good Overall

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Poutine did not have enough cheese curds or gravy. Disappointing

December 22, 2021

The fries are always limp, they never add a lot of gravy, and if they do, its in weird big clumps. the fries arent ever crispy either. its always really expensive, and the poutines are mediocre at best. for the price, youd assume itd be one of the best poutines in town, but it isnt. every time that ive come here, the poutine is never hot, or even warm. its like its been sitting out for 30minutes, although i eat it almost immediately upon serving. really disappointing, dont think ill ever come here again. tell your employees to do better or give them a raise, because its clear they dont care at all

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Was Delicious but way too expensive and they dont even have mayo !!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Good food

December 22, 2021

2poutines both with no meat and wrong veggies paid for extra meat too very disappointed will not be back

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Great place, Moncton needs one

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Huge variety of different poutine options. We tried the Korean and the bacon poutine and thoroughly enjoyed them. Friendly staff as well

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Soo good!!!

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Cool fun friendly good eating

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great place in the heart of Fredericton for the taste of the frozen north

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Friendly and quick service, has a variety of great poutines, would highly recommend!

★★★★
December 22, 2020

Not a fan of poutine. But they have some vegetarian options. So like it. Quick service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Its always super good, a ton of options and the portions are huge!

★★★★★
December 22, 2020

Solid poutine

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

I is what I is. And that is not a fan of poutine as a main. But this place is probably ok if youre into that sort of thing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Cracking poutinerie, loving the old skool 80s vibe

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Amazing. If I lived here I would be going weekly! The one time I visited, I fell in love.

Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Its garbage

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Great service even during Covid-19

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Foods tasty and filling, but the prices are atrocious. Were a potato growing province; even with reasonable overhead costs and profit margins it certainly doesnt $18 to make a poutine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Smokes is a great place for poutine. Always reliable, and open late.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Good place n nice service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

I honestly really enjoyed their food. Went here consistently during my stay in Fredericton. Great prices, and great portion sizes.

Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Looks and smells good. Service great. Food nasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Good gravy, crispy fries and quick service. Can you ask for more?

★★
December 22, 2020

Workers seemed uninterested in providing satisfactory service.

Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Sorry is terrible expensive this portion is $5.00 plus TAX !

December 22, 2020

Cant find prices on website.

December 22, 2020

5 dollars for 3 perogies? I dont think so, thats more than a dollar for 1 tiny perogy. The price leaves a salty taste in my mouth that I dont like.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Good poutine. I enjoy the 80s rock as well. Big selection of poutine flavors. If you like poutine you should enjoy Smokes.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2020

Unbeatable taste. Every time I try them I love the taste more and more. The only thing is the price, it is higher than normal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Love this place great food amazing customer service very friendly environment highly recommend!

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Good poutine with veggie (possibly vegan) and gluten free options.

December 22, 2019

Dirty place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Delicious and unique!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

We visited it from Mexico, a delight!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

What can I say Yummy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

I must say this is the best Poutine restaurant I have tried. Nothing is going beyond this one. It offers great variety of poutine you can imagine. They are not just the plain fries with cheese curd and gravy. They are all loaded up with top-pings of your choice. You have to pay a bit more for the quality though. Drinks are also available here. So, after a long day an order of poutine and a bottle of drink, it will just make my day.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

So tasty.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Awesome poutine. Fair prices. This is not fancy dining but its awesome poutine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Smokes has me addicted, save yourself before its to late!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Specialty poutines, craft beer for sale and a delightful retro inspired decor.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Always a great poutine!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

I cant say one bad thing about this place! Delicious poutine and Beer in one place? Pffft, doesnt get any better than that!

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The veggie pouting doesnt have a good taste.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Best place for poutine in New Brunswick

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

The best poutine, lots of affordable options, and a great staff who clearly love their job.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Great food, friendly, bit pricey. Loud heavy rock last time I was there maybe not to everyones taste.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

So good....

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

So so so good. This place is awesome. The perogie poutine with caramelized onions was everything I didnt know I wanted in a poutine. Get the extra gravy, its worth it.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Pretty good as fast food goes. Always get veggie gravy, it is actually better than any other gravy ive had veggie or not

★★
December 22, 2019

Watched them microwave my fries...wasnt flavorful or worth the money. Disappointed.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

Loved it will be back for sure

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Very good poutine, was very surprised. I had the prime beef poutine and the mix of beef, mushroom, peas and onion was very good. I also enjoyed the decision, with a great 80s vibe. Id come back only for the playlist, the best of rock and pop-rock from the 80s.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Its good, uses a beef style gravy stock. Lots of variety and very filling. A bit expensive, but does feel worth it at 2am

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Favorite place to eat at in Fredericton

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Was a little disappointed. Had been craving good poutine, and while this shop had a few thing in its favor, it came up short. First, no beef gravy. Second, they didnt have the kind I finally decided on, so I went with the one pictured below with avocado, sriatcha, sour cream, and cheese. On the plus side, its a great location and has window seats so you can people watch as you chow down.

★★★★★
December 22, 2019

You wont leave here hungry. Amazing food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Best poutine in Fredericton.

★★★★
December 22, 2019

Friendly service and good food

★★
December 22, 2019

I should have chosen the traditional poutine, but even the fries were ordinary.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Great poutine!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Putin

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

GREAT poutines. Expensive.

Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Very disappointment with the customer service I recieved today. One of the girls was new and it was none of her fault, but for the other girl who was training her was very unprofessional. I ordered 2 snack size traditional poutine, 1 regular veggie deluxe and 1 regular pulled pork. We told them it was to go. They packed up the bag and gave it to us. We did not realize until half way home we only had 2 snack size and 1 regular pulled pork(missing veggie deluxe). I brought it back it Hopes that it was just a simple mistake that she forgot to pack the fourth in the bag. That was not the case at all. The girl told me I had to buy another one when I explained my situation. I said no I bought 4 poutines, Im missing one. She argued with me and said I only paid for 3. I said I paid 37dollars there is no way 2 snack size and 1 regular comes to 37. She did a test on the cash and of course that only came to $26. Then she did a search on her cash and found the original order and saw I was right. Long story short she did not believe me and basically called me a liar when I explained what happened and when she realized she was wrong there was no apology ever given. I have worked in fast food, mistakes happen but there is a right way and a wrong way to deal with it and this was definitely wrong. I will not be going back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Yami

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Bit expensive.

December 22, 2019

Refused to deal with missing items after using Skip the Dishes. The restaurant is responsible for the contents and quality of the order. Train your staff properly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Amazing poutine!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2019

Always great ... Friendly staff