Pierrot's Blog

Poutine, snack bar classics and the flavourful life of Limoilou

Stories, tips and neighbourhood favourites from the team at Casse-croûte Pierrot in Québec City.

Local

Eating well on a budget in Québec City

Eating well without breaking the bank in Québec City is entirely possible. The snack bar remains unbeatable for a generous, affordable meal.

July 1, 2026
Breakfast

Early Morning Breakfast in Québec City: Open from 7 a.m.

Early riser or early shift? Here's where to get a real hot breakfast from 7 a.m. in Québec City, perfect before work or a big day.

June 12, 2026
Classics

The Homemade Snack Bar Burger

Juicy patty, toasted bun, generous toppings: what sets a real homemade snack bar burger apart from industrial chains.

June 2, 2026
Night

A restaurant open until 2 a.m. in Limoilou

Casse-croûte Pierrot serves until late at night in Limoilou. Here are the hours, what you can order, and why it's the perfect end-of-night stop.

May 24, 2026
Delivery

Group Orders at the Snack Bar: Feeding a Crowd

Meeting, game night, office party? Ordering a snack bar meal for a group in Québec City: our tips for feeding a crowd without the stress.

May 13, 2026
Poutine

What to eat and drink with poutine

Cold drink, hot-dog, coleslaw: the best sides to round out a poutine without overdoing it. Our snack bar combo suggestions from Casse-croûte Pierrot.

April 30, 2026
Classics

Steamed vs. Toasted Hot Dog: The Great Debate

Soft and steamed or golden and toasted? The great Québec hot dog debate, with classic toppings and our take.

April 13, 2026
Poutine

Poutine vs. fries with gravy: what's the difference?

Fries with gravy, fries with cheese curds, poutine: we sort out these Québec snack bar classics and help you choose based on what you're craving.

April 4, 2026
Local

Eating Fast and Well in Québec City: The Snack Bar

No time but not willing to sacrifice flavour? The snack bar is the quick, satisfying solution for eating well in Québec City.

March 25, 2026
Classics

The Michigan Hot Dog: Meat Sauce

The michigan is a hot dog smothered in a spiced meat sauce. The origins of this snack bar classic and how we serve it here.

March 9, 2026
Delivery

Our Delivery Zones in Québec City

Casse-croûte Pierrot delivers to several Québec City areas. Find out which zones we cover and how to check if we deliver to you.

March 1, 2026
Poutine

The History of Poutine: Where This Québec Classic Comes From

Fries, cheese curds, brown gravy: where does poutine come from? A short history of Québec's most beloved dish and its place in local culture.

February 16, 2026
Breakfast

The Classic Québec Breakfast: Eggs, Bacon and Hash Browns

The classic Québec breakfast: eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns and toast. The comforting morning meal served early at Casse-croûte Pierrot in Limoilou, Québec City.

February 2, 2026
Breakfast

Cheap and Hearty Breakfast in Québec City

A full breakfast without breaking the bank in Québec City? The snack bar offers generous, classic and affordable morning plates from 7 a.m.

January 20, 2026
Breakfast

A great coffee and a hot breakfast in Limoilou

Hot coffee and a hearty plate to start the day right in Limoilou: our morning must-haves at Casse-croûte Pierrot on 1st Avenue.

January 10, 2026
Local

1st Avenue in Limoilou: eating in the neighbourhood

Discover 1st Avenue in Limoilou — a lively neighbourhood street with cafés, local shops and Casse-croûte Pierrot for a satisfying bite any time of day.

December 27, 2025
Poutine

Types of Poutine You Must Try at Least Once

Classic, Italian, galvaude, all-dressed… A guide to the great types of poutine worth trying, and how to choose based on your appetite.

December 23, 2025
Poutine

The Secret to a Great Poutine: Fries, Curds, Sauce

The secret to a great poutine lies in the perfect balance between fries, cheese curds and gravy. Here's what separates an ordinary poutine from a memorable one.

December 3, 2025
Classics

Hot Chicken: The Classic Sauced Sandwich

Bread, chicken, hot gravy, green peas and fries: hot chicken is the ultimate comforting hot sandwich. Everything about this Québec classic.

November 29, 2025
Night

The best late-night food in Québec City after the bars close

After a night out in Québec City, your body craves comfort food. Poutine, hot-dogs, fries: the best late-night bites and where to find them.

November 14, 2025
Night

Late-Night Takeout Counter: Ordering After Hours

Need a takeout meal in the middle of the night? The counter at Casse-croûte Pierrot stays open until the early hours. Here is how it works.

November 4, 2025
Classics

The Secret to Great Homemade Fries

Crispy outside, fluffy inside: the secret to great homemade fries comes down to the potato, double-frying and timing. We explain.

October 20, 2025
Poutine

Eating real poutine in Québec City: the visitor's guide

Visiting Québec City? Here's how to recognize a real poutine, where to eat an authentic one in Limoilou, and what to order your first time.

October 12, 2025
Season

Summer at the Snack Bar: Poutine in the Sun

Summer and the snack bar: a winning duo in Limoilou. Poutine in the sun, neighbourhood vibes, and open late for long summer evenings.

September 25, 2025
Poutine

Galvaude poutine: the Québec chicken poutine

Galvaude poutine is a Québec classic: fries, cheese curds, brown gravy, shredded chicken and green peas. Find out what makes it special and when to order it.

September 12, 2025
Season

Poutine and hockey night: the perfect combo

A game, friends and a hot poutine: hockey night has its menu. Why poutine is the undisputed queen of hockey evenings in Québec.

September 4, 2025
Night

Late-Night Cravings? Where to Eat Late in Québec City

Hunger never sleeps. For a late-night craving in Québec City, here are the comforting classics to order and where to get them late.

August 26, 2025
Classics

The Club Sandwich: A Snack Bar Classic

Three tiers, chicken, bacon, tomato and fries: the club sandwich is a pillar of the snack bar. Anatomy of a comforting classic.

August 14, 2025
Poutine

Poutine after the bar: the late-night comfort food in Québec City

Night out in Québec City? Nothing beats a hot poutine to end the evening. Here's where to find it late, and why it's become a ritual.

July 31, 2025
Delivery

Poutine Delivery in Limoilou and the Surrounding Area

Get a hot poutine delivered to your door in Limoilou. How to order, delivery times and our tips for a great experience.

July 13, 2025
Night

Restaurant open late in Québec City: eating after midnight

Hungry past midnight in Québec City? Few options stay open. Here's where to eat late, into the early hours, without settling for fast food.

July 5, 2025
Local

The snack bar in Québec City: a living institution

The snack bar is woven into the fabric of Québec City. Its history, classic menu and why this convivial institution has never gone out of style.

June 28, 2025
Poutine

Squeaky Cheese Curds: Why They Matter

The little squeak of fresh cheese curds is the signature of a perfect poutine. We explain the famous squeak and why freshness changes everything.

June 8, 2025
Prepared Meals

Québec Shepherd's Pie (Pâté Chinois): The Ultimate Comfort Food

Ground beef, corn, mashed potatoes: pâté chinois is the ultimate Québec comfort dish. Its history and why it brings families together.

May 28, 2025
Poutine

Italian poutine: meat sauce on fries

Italian poutine swaps brown gravy for a hearty Italian meat sauce. Here's what sets it apart from the classic and why it has its devoted fans.

May 21, 2025
Local

A family restaurant in Limoilou for all ages

Eating out with the family in Limoilou, stress-free: generous portions, classics the kids love and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

May 3, 2025
Breakfast

Where to Have Breakfast in Limoilou Early in the Morning

Looking for a good hot breakfast in Limoilou? Eggs, bacon, hash browns and coffee: here is how to start the day off right, from 7 a.m.

April 28, 2025
Poutine

Where to Find the Best Poutine in Limoilou

Looking for the best poutine in Limoilou? Hand-cut fries, squeaky cheese curds and generous sauce: find out why Casse-croûte Pierrot is the neighbourhood's go-to.

April 10, 2025
Delivery

Comfort Food Delivery in Québec City

Not in the mood to cook? Get comfort food delivered in Québec City: poutine, burgers, prepared meals. Snack bar comfort, at home.

April 3, 2025
Prepared Meals

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce: The Weeknight Staple

A Québec weeknight classic. Spaghetti with meat sauce — simple, generous and always comforting.

March 23, 2025
Classics

The Guédille: Québec's Summer Sandwich

Toasted hot-dog bun, creamy lobster, chicken or egg filling: the guédille is a Québec summer treasure. Origins and variations.

March 8, 2025
Breakfast

Weekend Breakfast in Limoilou

The weekend calls for a breakfast without a rush. Where to enjoy a hearty breakfast in Limoilou, Saturday and Sunday.

February 24, 2025
Classics

Onion Rings and Other Snack Bar Extras

Onion rings, gravy fries, coleslaw: the little extras that perfectly round out a snack bar meal. A tour of the must-haves.

February 17, 2025
Poutine

Poutine delivery in Québec City: how to order yours

A real poutine delivered hot to your door in Québec City — it's possible. Here's how to order, what travels best, and our tips for a perfect delivery.

February 2, 2025
Prepared Meals

Prepared Meals to Go in Québec City: Dinner Ready

No time to cook? Prepared meals to go are the weeknight saviour in Québec City. What you'll find and how to choose.

January 20, 2025
Delivery

Order Your Snack Bar Food Online in Québec City

Ordering a snack bar meal online in Québec City has never been easier. Steps, tips and what travels best to your door.

January 7, 2025
Local

Where to Eat in Limoilou: Our Neighbourhood Picks

Limoilou has no shortage of great spots. Snack bar, breakfast, comfort food to go: here's where to eat well in the neighbourhood, at any price.

December 25, 2024
Local

Limoilou's food scene: a neighbourhood with flavour

Limoilou has become a neighbourhood where good food is everywhere. A tour of the local food scene and the place of the neighbourhood snack bar in it all.

December 16, 2024
Night

Eating at Night in Québec City: Your Options

Night shift, late night out or sudden craving: where to eat at night in Québec City? The late-night snack bar is often the best answer.

December 1, 2024
Prepared Meals

Comfort food for the Québec winter

When the cold sets in, the body craves warmth and comfort. Our guide to hearty, satisfying meals for making it through the Québec winter.

November 22, 2024
News

Casse-croûte Pierrot launches its breakfast service

Casse-croûte Pierrot in Limoilou announces the return of breakfast service: open from 7 a.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. weekends, with new recipes on the menu.

November 6, 2024
Night

Restaurant open at night in Québec City

Casse-Croûte Pierrot is open until 4 a.m., 7 days a week, with delivery until 3:30 a.m. The ideal late-night refuge for Québec City night owls.

October 31, 2024
Recipes

Casse-Croûte Pierrot's signature recipes: the Poutine Pierrot and the 1996

The Poutine Pierrot and the 1996: two signature creations from Casse-Croûte Pierrot in Limoilou, with house-cut fries, fresh cheese curds and their signature toppings.

October 25, 2024
Poutine

Best Poutine in Québec City

At Casse-croûte Pierrot in Limoilou, discover why our poutine ranks among the best in Québec: hand-cut fries, fresh daily cheese curds and house-made brown gravy.

October 23, 2024
News

Casse-Croûte Pierrot: Denise, Pillar of the Limoilou Community

Denise Morissette, daughter of founder Lucien Morissette, has been the heart of Casse-Croûte Pierrot in Limoilou for over 50 years — she knows every regular's name and story.

October 17, 2024
News

New Owners for Casse-croûte Pierrot: A New Era for a Québec City Institution

Marie-Pier Paré and François-Julien Archambault take over Casse-croûte Pierrot, founded in 1972 — keeping the soul of the place while modernising the offering and planning the return of breakfast.

October 9, 2024