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L'Initiale
L'Initiale Review
A contemporary setting and gracious service place L'Initiale in the upper echelon of restaurants in this city; it's a member of the Relais & Châteaux group. Widely spaced tables favor intimate dining, and the warm brown-and-cream decor is cozy. But don't rush to your table. Begin your night in the lounge, where you can peruse the menu at your leisure. Chef Yvan Lebrun roasts many of the meats on the menu over a spit: this produces a unique taste, particularly with lamb. The constantly changing menu follows the whims of the chef and the season. Try the escalope de foie gras or the lamb. There's also a C$129 eight-course menu dégustation. For dessert, many small treats are arranged attractively on a single plate. After dinner, return to the lounge for your coffee.
- Address: 54 rue St-Pierre, Lower Town, Québec City, QC, G1K 4A1 | Map It
- Phone: 418/694--1818
- Website: www.restaurantinitiale.com
- Location: Lower Town
Contact Information
- Credit cards accepted.
- Closed Sun., Mon., and early Jan.
Restaurant Details
Member Reviews
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Tellurian, from Bar Harbor, Maine
L'Initiale could stand on its own as a great restaurant anywhere, but because it showcases many local ingredients, it is a distinctly great Quebec City restaurant. To celebrate a special occasion (or create one) my husband and I always choose L'Initiale. The dining room is formal, yet modern and comfortable--great chairs-- and the service is highly professional, yet warm and never intimidating. Dinner always offers delightful surprises. While we leave feeling well-fed, we also float out the door on the pleasure of the experience.
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GaryKeith, from Toronto, Canada
We visit Quebec city once or twice a year. L'initiale has been one of our Quebec City favourites for several years now. Interesting and delicious food every time. Friendly but reserved service top notch.
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