Bite of the Week: Poutine at Sheep Station

Poutine is one of those things that you know about if you’re from or have been to Quebec, or, possibly, if you love Pat Kiernan. For the uninitiated, it’s a plate of French fries smothered in gravy and topped with cheese curds, which is just the sort of thing to soak up a beer or two.

The version at Sheep Station (149 4th Ave) is, as some have pointed out, one of the more authentic (despite being found in an Australian pub) you can get in what has strangely become poutine country. The brown gravy is a bit sweet, but peppery, and the fresh curds add a nice hit of saltiness and creaminess. And at $6, it’s a pretty good deal. If that sounds too heavy, try splitting an order of that and the sting beans ($4) with a friend.

We were there recently on a chilly Sunday afternoon, after an event had let out at Barclays. Restaurants and bars closer to the arena were packed, with people waiting outside for tables to free up. Just walking a few extra blocks, we found Sheep Station hopping, with a few people who had found their way from Barclays, but far from full. So if you’re looking for a place to grab a pint and a bite after a game or concert, this might be a great bet.

Sheep Station has a happy hour during the week from 4-7pm, so it’s also a good option if you want to swing by on your way home from work to meet up with a friend who’s willing to sample a bit of Quebec, by way of Australia, in Park Slope.