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$$$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
Seafood lovers, rejoice: Québec City now has its very own ocean-based restaurant, and a great one at that. Helmed by a team of seasoned chefs, this gourmet restaurant provides diners with flavorful, flawless, and generously sized dishes of anything from scallops to clams and marlin tatakis, all nicely complemented by delicate side dishes such as lentils, sorbet (yes, ice cream for dinner!), and edible flowers. It is a light-filled, beautifully appointed venue.
819 Côte d'Abraham, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1A4, Canada
Known For
- Mandatory reservations
- Imaginative seafood
- Beautiful décor
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch
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$$$ | St-Roch |
Chef Guillaume Saint-Pierre's love for authentic Italian cuisine led him to open this popular 25-seat restaurant, located off the main Saint-Roch thoroughfares, where he can fully concentrate on that passion with gusto and skill. Italian tradition (there's arancini and vitello tonatto) blend with local flair (there's cacio e pepe with Swiss chard, and scallop crudo). The restaurant has been a huge hit, which means you should reserve weeks in advance, especially on weekends.
527 boul. Langelier, Québec City, Québec, G1K 5P7, Canada
Known For
- Perfect fresh pasta
- A blend of local flair and Italian know-how
- Tiramisu for two
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues. No lunch
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$ | St-Roch |
Expect the usual crowd of students, freelancers, and others toting laptops at this third-wave café that has thoughtfully selected beans roasted on-site. Even so, the contemporary, all-white café is a welcome respite from the cold in wintertime—and the doughnuts alone are worth a visit.
849 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3C8, Canada
Known For
- Delicious artisan doughnuts
- Architectural highlight
- Beans roasted on the premises
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner
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$ | St-Roch |
La Boîte à Pain makes it a point of honor to serve fresh products prepared on site every day. In a convivial atmosphere, this European-inspired bakery has been making gourmet and artisanal products for more than 20 years. Breads, pizzas, sandwiches, pastries, and cakes are displayed on the large counter and are nothing short of convincing, if not plainly irresistible.
289 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 6A8, Canada
Known For
- Intricate, affordable pastries
- Large coffee selection
- On-site daily baking
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$$$ | St-Roch |
The high ceilings and imposing vault door give away the fact that this was once a bank, but an amiable staff and inventive bistro cuisine (without pretentious fluff) make this establishment a local favorite who munch on well-prepared shareable plates of seasonal, creative, flavorful shareable plates like smoked aubergine with romesco sauce or veal tartare with lemon and fiddleheads. Wine lovers, this restaurant recently hired the best sommelier in Québec City.
203 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3B1, Canada
Known For
- Changing menu using fresh, regional ingredients
- On-site sommelier
- Beautiful, inviting decor
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential
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$$ | St-Roch |
Specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza and antipasti, this stylish pizzeria has been on everyone's lips ever since it opened (thanks to crowdfunding!). Its beast of an oven weighs 2.5 tons and was imported straight from Italy—and it's worth it: the thin-crust pizzas are cooked in just 90 seconds at 900 degrees. Expect sides of flavorful salads, creamy burrata, charcuteries, and cheeses. Also note the excellent cocktail list. If you prefer to eat in the St-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood, Nina recently opened a second location there.
410 rue St-Anselme, Québec City, Québec, G1K 5T2, Canada
Known For
- Wood-fired pizzas
- Charcuteries plate
- Aperol spritz
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. No lunch Sun.
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$$$$ | St-Roch |
It's worth heading to the outskirts of the St-Roch Downtown district for this unique dining experience, inspired by the French bouchons (as bistros are called in the city of Lyon). "In the pig, everything is good": so goes the French adage that advocates responsible, farm-to-table gastronomy. This is precisely what drives Pied Bleu: every week, the chefs receive a whole pig and come up with proven, creative ways to serve it (the charcuterie plate is a must). Also offered is Le tour lyonnais, a tasting menu for two including six courses, salads, cheeses, and desserts. While there are a few vegetarian options, this is primarily a place of communion for hardened carnivores; they've actually won prizes all over France for their excellent boudin (blood sausage). The wine list is largely European, but reserves a special place for Beaujolais vineyards. The brunch menu is equally gargantuan and tasty, with a dreamy smoked-fish sandwich and a large rib steak with béarnaise sauce for big appetites.
179 rue St-Vallier Ouest, Québec City, Québec, G1K 1J9, Canada
Known For
- Prix-fixe tasting menu
- Charcuterie plate
- Lyon-style restaurant
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Tues.–Sat., brunch only Fri.–Sun., Reservations essential
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$$$ | Limoilou |
The trek to Limoilou is worth it, if it's to dine at ARVI. Local critics have deemed ARVI an unforgettable gourmet experience, and it was selected as one of Canada's 35 top restaurants by Air Canada's in-flight magazine. The restaurant's signature open-plan kitchen right smack in the middle of the tastefully designed space guarantees diners unobstructed views of the chef at work. Food-wise, the prix-fixe tasting menu is a steal at just C$88; expect seasonal fare inspired by local terroir. If you're into wine, fork out the extra C$55 for the wine pairings.
519 3e avenue, Québec City, Québec, G1L 2W4, Canada
Known For
- Vegetarian menu
- Wine pairings for meals
- Delicate, creative plates
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
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$$$$ | Montcalm |
Behind the success of city hot spot Chez Muffy (formerly Panache), Chef François Blais decided on a more casual approach, including having a simple interior, when he opened his own restaurant on avenue Cartier. The "market cuisine" is straight to the point and well executed, and the whole menu fits on a blackboard, with a handful of appetizers, main courses, and desserts that change daily.
1144 avenue Cartier, Québec City, Québec, G1R 2S5, Canada
Known For
- Open kitchen
- Upbeat atmosphere
- Popular with locals
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Tues. No lunch weekends
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$$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
La Buvette Scott is an unpretentious address that pleasantly surprises with its attractive menu and impeccable service. Located in the heart of St-Jean-Baptiste, it's quickly been adopted by locals who have made this place their favorite neighborhood hangout. The warm wooden décor creates a friendly, almost family-like atmosphere. Waiters have complete control over the music and are more than happy to accept suggestions and blast that one-hit-wonder on the record player. Food-wise, La Buvette Scott offers a dozen small and medium-sized seasonal dishes mainly consisting of seasonal vegetables and seafood.
821 rue Scott, Québec City, Québec, G1R 3C8, Canada
Known For
- Affordable plates to share
- Vast selection of local microbreweries
- Unfussy, convivial atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
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$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
One of the newer additions to the St-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood, Cantook is a micro-roaster that is more traditional than trendy, but no less excellent. Visit for a cappuccino, a good conversation with the owner, maybe even both.
575 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1P5, Canada
Known For
- Popular with locals
- Friendly staff
- Fuss-free atmosphere
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$$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
This cozy burger joint with brick-and-stone walls has a wide range of topping combinations, daily special burgers, and French fries are served with a dollop of homemade mayonnaise (there are five varieties available) and poppy seeds. Salads, sandwiches, and a daily dessert made fresh by the pastry chef are also available. This original location was so successful that it spawned several other branches, notably in the Vieux-Port area of the Lower Town.
145 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1N4, Canada
Known For
- Hearty burgers
- Good selection of local beers
- Poutine
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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$$$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
Spectacular views of the whole city are not the only reason to climb up to this rotating restaurant with unobstructed, panoramic views. The service here is friendly and well-managed, and the food is unfussy, creative, and delicious—try the roasted Arctic char with lemon gnocchi and shiitakes or something from the solid brunch menu (on weekends).
1225 cours du General Montcalm, Québec City, Québec, G1R 4W6, Canada
Known For
- 360-degree view of the city
- Weekend brunch
- Tasty farm-to-table dishes
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$$ | St-Roch |
Small dishes served in the purest tradition of izakayas (Japanese taverns) in a venue that's flooded with light and minimally decorated with birch and green plants. On the menu, just classics: yakotori (mini skewers), sashimi, okonomiyaki, and dumplings, as well as a tataki that changes daily. The cocktails are as pretty as they are tasty (case in point with the Japanese Eyeball), but the real star here is the list of imported sake. If it's particularly cold outside, why not try your luck at Ramen Honō next door for a comforting soup.
670 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3B9, Canada
Known For
- Popular with locals
- Excellent, classic Japanese small plates
- Creative cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch
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$$ | St-Jean-Baptiste |
At this lovely crepe shop, buckwheat flour crepes are filled with simple ham and cheese, or fancier combos like duck confit with onion marmalade, while a wheat crepe with salted caramel and sweet Chantilly cream makes a good dessert. The large shop also has bistro items like cod beignets, charcuterie plates, and cassoulet, and there's a nice selection of ciders and beers.
481 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 1P4, Canada
Known For
- Great crepes, often original
- Ciders
- Gluten-free items
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Mon.–Wed.
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$$ | Montcalm |
This busy, noisy Paris-like bistro featuring artwork by its namesake Canadian painter and patios in front and back has been around for more than 40 years and is a big local literary hangout, with a selection of great coffee, tea, and desserts. Open every day from early morning to late evening, Krieghoff serves specialties that include salmon, quiche, la Toulouse (a big French sausage with sauerkraut), steak with French fries, boudin (pig-blood sausage), and la Bavette (hanger steak).
1089 avenue Cartier, Québec City, Québec, G1R 2S6, Canada
Known For
- Big bowls of hot chocolate
- Simple, flavorful dishes
- Good place to people-watch or study
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$$ | Upper Town |
Despite its magnificent beaux arts interior and its reasonable prices, the National Assembly's restaurant remains one of the best-kept secrets in town. Chef Martin Gagné prepares contemporary cuisine with products from Québec's various regions, such as mini-fondues made with Charlevoix cheese to ravioli made from lobster caught in the Gaspé to pork from the Beauce region, trout from the Magdalen Islands, or candied-duck salad. At just C$37, the three-service tasting menu is an absolute steal.
1045 rue des Parlementaires, Québec City, Québec, G1A 1A3, Canada
Known For
- Elegant, historic decor
- Tasty regional dishes
- Only open for lunch
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sat. and Sun. No dinner
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$$$ | Outside the Old City |
With its fine French cuisine and convenient location in a 95-year-old house on the bustling Grande Allée, this restaurant has long been popular with many of Québec's élite. Dining areas range from the very public summer terrace to discreet second-floor meeting rooms, a solarium with bamboo chairs, and a cozy dining room with exposed stone walls and warm wood accents. Chef Hervé Toussaint's top dishes include seafood such as shelled lobster, as well as fresh pasta and a rack of lamb. With more than 5,000 bottles of wine on hand, nobody goes thirsty, and the owner checks in on diners himself.
668 Grande Allée Est, Québec City, Québec, G1R 2K5, Canada
Known For
- Large wine selection
- Fine dining
- Seafood and pasta
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr., Credit cards accepted
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$ | St-Roch |
Another five-star coffee shop to visit in St-Roch, either for a roasting lesson or a warm macchiato respite from the Quebec winter. Known for its ecological and humanist approach, Nektar works closely with its fair trade producers in Brazil to produce their Para Ela blend, which means "for her" and is harvested by hand and processed exclusively by women who are paid 50% more than the regional average. With its beautiful packaging, Nektar's coffees are a also perfect travel gift for yourself or for friends.
235 rue St-Joseph Est, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3B1, Canada
Known For
- Fair trade coffee
- Several flavors to choose from
- Vegan milk
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$$$ | St-Roch |
This fun and friendly place has a menu with terrific meats, grilled cheese, and whimsical ideas, like the use of guinea fowl wings in lieu of chicken wings. The food here has personality, humor, and . . . lots of butter. Sit at the varnished plywood counter, have a glass of tasty organic wine, and watch the kitchen run in a way that seems a tad chaotic but always delivers. Its twin restaurant, L'Affaire est Ketchup, is a little farther east on rue St-Joseph.
82 rue St-Joseph Ouest, Québec City, Québec, G1K 1W9, Canada
Known For
- Playful dishes
- Pleasantly chaotic service
- Great wine selection
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues.