Our history

The history of the pioneers of the rotisserie in Quebec.
This is where it all started.

1947 An idea of genius 1500 roosters were saved by the Benny family. They decided to raise them and acquired their first breeding farm near Joliette.

1959 The Foundation Benny et Frères Ltée is founded. Eight brothers unite!

1960 The dream comes true The Benny brothers open their very first rotisserie in Joliette.

1965 Verdun Au Coq is moving into the greater Montreal area, with its very first location in Verdun.

1967 The family is growing Montreal blooms with Expo 67. Au Coq continues its expansion with the opening of its 2nd branch in Rosemont.

1971 Le Gaulois Located on Sainte-Catherine Street in Montreal, Au Coq made its first appearance in the heart of the metropolis. Au Coq Gaulois was relocated to Hochelaga in 1973.

1975 The family succession From Sainte-Foy to Longueuil, the three children continue to manage the business and pursue the dream of their father, Gérard.

1978 Saint-Hubert The family grows on the South Shore of Montreal. Concerned about expansion, another branch opens on Grande Allée.

1982 Benny BBQ The Benny BBQ banner changes its name to Les Rôtisseries Benny.

1984 Acquisition of Pont Viau BBQ Rénald Benny acquires the popular Pont Viau BBQ.

1985 The new one on the Chemin de Chambly in Longueuil is born.

2012 3 newcomers The expansion continues, with three new locations opening in Beloeil, Boucherville and La Prairie.

Today The family reunites The rotisseries Au coq and Benny come together. A proud Quebec tradition still continues.