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Two men in blue uniforms and hats labeled 'Poutine Guy' preparing poutine at an outdoor food stand, with a crowd of people in background.

About Me

I'm Ryan, the chef behind The Poutine Guy. I've spent my career working at every level of hospitality, from neighborhood cafés to Michelin-starred restaurants. Those experiences shaped my approach to food: respect for quality ingredients, attention to detail, and a belief that even the most comforting dishes deserve to be made with care. The Poutine Guy combines that professional experience with a genuine love for Montreal's culinary heritage, bringing one of Canada's most beloved comfort foods to New York—one poutine at a time.

How it all Started

Est. New York 2022

The Poutine Guy was born from a family story. When my parents moved to Montreal, they fell in love with the city—its culture, its people, and, above all, its food. Like so many who spend time in Quebec, we became obsessed with poutine, the iconic dish of crispy fries, fresh cheese curds, and rich gravy that has become a symbol of the province.

It struck us as surprising that New York City had virtually no true poutine scene, despite sharing a border with Canada and being so close to the second-largest country in the world. We saw an opportunity to introduce authentic, thoughtfully crafted poutine to New Yorkers.

In 2022, The Poutine Guy made its debut at the Greenpoint Loft Holiday Market. What began as a simple test run to gauge interest quickly exceeded expectations. The response was overwhelmingly positive and confirmed that there was a real appetite for authentic Quebec-style poutine in New York.

A young man with a beard and wearing a cream baseball cap and an apron stands at a white counter in a bright modern space with large windows. There are pendant lights hanging from the ceiling and a large plant behind him. On the counter are a sign reading 'Poutine Guy', a small container of poutine, various bottles of wine, and a neon sign that says 'Poutine' in bright blue.

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Photo gallery 

Two workers in blue uniforms with "poutine Guy" logos preparing food at a stand, with stacked paper cups, a water bottle, and food containers on the table.
Two people wearing 'Poutine Guy' hats at an outdoor event, smiling for the camera. The woman is wearing sunglasses, a black shirt, and an apron. The man is dressed in a blue work shirt and cap, with many people in the background.
A group of people on a rooftop celebrating, holding two Quebec flags, with a city skyline during sunset in the background.
Two chefs in blue uniforms and black gloves preparing food at an outdoor event under a white canopy, with an audience waiting in line behind them.
Cup of french fries topped with cheese and gravy, small glass of dark soda, on a weathered metal table, with a label reading "Poutine Guy."
A man with dark hair and a beard in a blue apron and a trucker hat that reads "Poutine Guy" is holding a blackboard menu at a food stand. Behind him, there is a wall with a neon sign that reads "Poutine" and a wall-mounted speaker with two blue lights.
A person holding a bowl of peaches topped with caramel and other toppings in front of a reflective glass display case, with part of a person's foot and shoe visible in the background.
A person wearing a gray apron and beige cap is pouring caramel sauce from a metal pitcher onto cups of loaded poutine, which contains French fries, cheese curds, and gravy, on a white table. Several other cups of poutine are visible on the table.
People socializing outdoors on a rooftop terrace with city skyline in the background, some holding drinks and others engaging in conversation.

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Two paper cups filled with French fries on a blue plastic tablecloth. There are two round stickers with white and red borders that say 'Poutine Guy' near the cups. In the background, part of a black box with white patterns and a large container is visible.