Quebec City Restaurants

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  • 1. Chez Rioux & Pettigrew

    $$$ | Lower Town

    This is the place to go for the freshest flavors of Canadian cuisine (think seafood, terroir vegetables, game meat) without the white tablecloth fuss. Chez Rioux & Pettigrew is a casual dining experience in a convivial, inviting venue with exposed brick. Back in 1860, Narcisse Rioux ran a general store here and supplied local restaurants, inns, and hospitals; it only makes sense that the gourmet mission carries on today (complete with trinkets from that former life) in a slightly more hands-on manner. For a bit of everything, opt for their five-service tasting menu, with the wine pairing for an extra C$45. Speaking of their modest yet curated wine list, aficionados will find an interesting selection of orange/maceration wines.

    160 rue St-Paul, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3W1, Canada
    418-694–4448

    Known For

    • Local, seasonal ingredients
    • C$75 tasting menu
    • Sunday brunch
  • 2. Laurie Raphaël

    $$$$ | Lower Town

    Local and regional products are emphasized here, and the food is among the best gastronomical offerings in Québec. Among local celebrity chef Daniel Vézina's creations are crystallized foie gras with truffle snow, and venison tartare. The menu consists of two prix-fixe, five-services experiences; either the "personalized" at C$110 or the "gastronomic" at C$145, both served with remarkable wine pairings (largely private imports) as an option.

    117 rue Dalhousie, Québec City, Québec, G1K 9C8, Canada
    418-692–4555

    Known For

    • Smart, high-end gastronomy
    • Elegant setting
    • Tasting menus

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues.
  • 3. Le Champlain

    $$$$ | Upper Town

    Inside the most romantic dining room at Fairmont Château Frontenac, chef Hugo Coudurier has made this one of the city's top gastronomical tables, showcasing unexpected combinations, delicious flavors, Nordic-inspired ingredients (such as wild hare and even Lapland reindeer), and whimsical presentations. Although service can be a bit stiff, the food is anything but, and the rewards on the plate are definitely worth any formality. Reservations are highly recommended. The Sunday brunch is a must, with tons of delicious small bites and more classic offerings.

    1 rue des Carrières, Québec City, Québec, G1R 4P5, Canada
    418-692–3861

    Known For

    • Creative gastronomy
    • In the classic landmark, Fairmont Château Frontenac
    • C$119 tasting menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner on Sun.
  • 4. Le Clocher Penché

    $$$ | 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
    418-640–0597

    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
  • 5. Alphonse

    $$$ | Upper Town

    Sun-drenched, open-space corner bistro, complete with black and dark wood accents for a profoundly Parisian flair, serves local fare in a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. From game meat to seafood (try the gin sauce scallops), from fresh pasta to revisited classics (try the Brussel sprouts Ceasal), along with a string of vegan options, Alphonse certainly aims to please. Their cocktail menu is an absolute must, and their wine list features some of the strongest winemakers in Québec.

    19 rue des Jardins, Québec City, Québec, G1R 4L4, Canada
    418-694–0707

    Known For

    • Vegan menu
    • Wonderful cocktails
    • Beautiful space

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.; lunch Wed.–Fri. only.
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  • 6. ARVI

    $$$ | 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
    581-742–4202

    Known For

    • Vegetarian menu
    • Wine pairings for meals
    • Delicate, creative plates

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
  • 7. Bistro L'Orygine

    $$$ | Lower Town

    One hundred percent organic—that is the promise of L'Orygine, a brand-new bistro in the heart of the Lower Town. With an emphasis on freshness and local flavors, the chef prepares seasonal and shareable plates that are (almost) guilt-free, such as lobster cavatelli and a creative mix of duck and eggplant. The space is beautiful, with an all-glass wine cellar and turquoise seats.

    36 1/2 rue St-Pierre, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3Z6, Canada
    418-872–4386

    Known For

    • Vegetarian menu
    • Vast patio
    • Small plates to share

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues.
  • 8. Buvette Scott

    $$ | 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
    581-741–4464

    Known For

    • Affordable plates to share
    • Vast selection of local microbreweries
    • Unfussy, convivial atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
  • 9. Chez Muffy

    $$$$ | Lower Town

    At this restaurant, inside the museum-like Auberge Saint-Antoine, dishes change with the seasons, but fresh, locally sourced ingredients are at the core of the classic prix-fixe (C$85 per person) menu. The space has stone walls, attractive wooden floors, and exposed beams from the building's warehouse days, in the early 1800s. The wine list draws from a 12,000-bottle cellar, with well-chosen cuvées coming from all over the world.

    10 rue St-Antoine, Québec City, Québec, G1K 4C9, Canada
    418-692–1022

    Known For

    • Historic setting
    • Sunday brunch
    • Prix-fixe menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch; closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 10. Ciel!

    $$$ | 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
    418-640–5802

    Known For

    • 360-degree view of the city
    • Weekend brunch
    • Tasty farm-to-table dishes
  • 11. Le Clan

    $$$$ | Upper Town

    The premise already has foodies salivating: "anthropomorphic universe" of local and organic cuisine. Chef Stéphane Modat, whose fame on this side of the pond is largely due to his masterful time in the kitchen of the Fairmont Château Frontenac, surrounds himself with precious collaborators (the name of the restaurant, "the clan," is by no means a coincidence) and brings his characterful verve to boreal gastronomy. Back in his open-plan kitchen, Modat can't be bothered by decorum; dress in slacks or in shorts, dress however you like, just show up and enjoy the ride. This is the kind of place where it's best to just trust the process—and savoir-faire—and enjoy every miraculous bite. The menu is not posted online and changes daily according to market arrivals (the geographical coordinates of each producer and gardener are listed on the menu), but the mussels, harvested in the icy and remote waters of Côte Nord, are certainly among the best in the world.

    44 rue des Jardins, Québec City, Québec, G1R 3Z1, Canada
    418-692–0333

    Known For

    • Local organic cuisine
    • French savoir-faire
    • C$125 tasting menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.
  • 12. Légende

    $$$ | Lower Town

    Set on the ground floor of the Hôtel des Coutellier, in the Old Port area, Légende is set in a large wood and stone room with plush banquettes and an elegant bar. There are a lot of sharing plates—the smartly prepared fish and seafood board (including things like salmon rillettes and welk salad) is particularly delightful. The menu is highly seasonal, and ingredients are exclusively from Québec, with local meats garnished with foraged wild mushrooms and fish with seaside herbs from the Gulf of St Lawrence. Desserts showcase bright and intense flavors of local fruit, among other things. More than 30 wines are offered by the glass, with a strong emphasis on food pairings. A C$89 tasting menu is available, with an additional C$69 for wine pairings.

    255 rue St-Paul, Québec City, Québec, G1K 3W5, Canada
    418-614–2555

    Known For

    • Local ingredients, served creatively
    • Vast patio in summer
    • Vegetarian menu available

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 13. Sardines

    $$ | Montcalm

    A living metaphor for a can of sardines, with its small, cozy space (only about 20 seats) and its explosion of flavors, Sardines is a must stop for foodie travelers. Upon entering, the display case features the chef's bakery creations, including his famous baguette. Food-wise, plates are modest in size but perform splendidly with taste buds. Vegetables are central to the chef's expertise and come straight from his garden; an ambitious, innovative constraint that forces Sardines to respect the rhythm of the seasons. As for the libations, the menu mostly offers excellent locally produced beers as well as a few carefully selected wines.

    1 rue St-Jean, Québec City, Québec, G1R 2V1, Canada
    581-300–9449

    Known For

    • Creative small plates
    • Good beer selection
    • Reservations recommended

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.–Tues.

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