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In winter, nightlife activity grows livelier as the week nears its end, beginning on Wednesday. As warmer temperatures set in, the café-terrace crowd emerges, and bars are active just about every night. Most bars and clubs stay open until 3 am.
One of the city's most romantic spots is the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac's bar, which boasts the most interesting cocktail menu in town. You can also have some wine or a bit of charcuterie and cheese, and relax while looking at the St. Lawrence River or the two fireplaces.
Discover an intimate, hushed cocktail bar nestled in one of Old Québec's most beautiful 17th-century buildings, a sister establishment to the Michelin-starred La Tanière group. Exposed stone walls meet 1920s accents, framing stunning St. Lawrence views. Savor classic cocktails, reinvented with boreal ingredients, alongside a curated menu of delicious sharing plates.
This microbrewery is one of the biggest trade names in the province. Both the décor and the service are quintessentially Canadian, with lots of wood and plaid and lots of smiles and conviviality. This is a great place to grab a local pint and a burger in a no-fuss, laid-back environment; on a sunny day, try to snag a table on the massive outdoor patio.
Just across the Gare du Palais, Justine is a classic speakeasy that's just mysterious enough, with a décor that takes us back to the days of Prohibition, with thick black velvet curtains and no visible sign outside. A hushed atmosphere and emblematic cocktails from the 1920s are on the menu, alongside nice platters of gourmet charcuterie and cheeses.
A popular after-work spot with the locals, this brewery crafts high-quality beer and tapas-inspired pub fare. A friendly vibe and ample seating make Korrigane the ideal spot for a cinq à sept or a low-key night out. In addition to the house brews, there's a good selection of other local options.
This popular English-style pub offers dozens of single-malt Scotch options and more than 200 kinds of beer, 30 of which are on tap, and many of which are exclusive imports. There is also live music on most nights.
A great selection of beers, brewed on-premises or coming from some of the best microbreweries in Québec, attract diners here, along with the smart menu of reinvented pub fare (fish and waffle, blood sausage pie, or braised pork belly with chimichurri sauce and parsley root chips, for example). The décor, with raw plywood and exposed structures, is modern and trendy.
Cheers to Québec City's vibrant beer scene! The Festibière de Québec, held annually in mid-August at the Old Port, is a must-visit for beer enthusiasts. This lively festival celebrates craft breweries from across the province and beyond, offering a huge selection of unique beers, ciders, and local food. Enjoy live music and a fantastic atmosphere by the water.
At this charming wine bar in the Petit Champlain district overlooking the St. Lawrence River, you'll feel like you've crossed the pond to Europe for the evening. You'll find an exceptional selection of unique wines from handpicked producers, whether you prefer white, red, rosé, bubbly, or skin-contact. The board of charcuterie and cheeses from Québec is a must.
