National Geographic

"Order a quintessential Montreal-style ‘all-dressed steamie’—vinegary coleslaw, mustard, onions, and relish, no ketchup."

Lesley Chesterman

"Sinking your teeth into the soft, warm bun followed by the sweet and sour hit of condiments and finally the – let’s face it – pretty tasteless hot dog is one of life’s great pleasures. Sure, it’s piggy, but after a night of partying or for a quick lunch fix, nothing is quite as soothing as the Pool Room classic."

Michael D'Alimonte

"Of all Montreal steamy spots, the Montreal Pool Room is probably my personal favourite, largely because the clientele is always a mixed bag of the zaniest Montrealers, and especially so at 4am. Not that their steamies are anything to scoff at either, because the downtown landmark has been making them since 1912."

Ian Harrison

"If you want a classic Montreal steamé, this is the place."

Andrew Elkin

"The links come from another Montreal institution, Lesters. Steam makes a perfect hot dog: moist and evenly cooked, the sausage gives a satisfying snap with each bite."

Nick Rose

"This part of St. Laurent has lost a lot of edge since becoming ground zero for the world's biggest comedy festival, but the Montreal Pool Room remains a fixture for anyone seeking a truly authentic steamie."

Effie Sapuridis

"Montreal Pool Room's steamies are definitely hard to beat - in fact, arguments have broken out regarding whether they have the best steamies in Montreal."

Katherine Sehl

"Montreal's Finest Hot Dog Joints: Montreal Pool Room - Rumored to be the birthplace of the all-dressed steamé, this ever-so-slightly-sketchy pool hall has been the greasy spoon hotbed of Montreal’s nightlife scene since 1912."