Korrigane Brasserie artisanale is named after a historic French ship, and the ambiance of this bar and the names of the beers here are a reminder of that history. The place has won a reputation in the local circuit for its high-quality local beer. They house around 10 varieties of locally made beers, all having dramatic names. They serve light snacks to complement the beer. The place hosts live music and also provides lounges for groups. They also have a terrace where these natural brews can be enjoyed. Check website for additional details.
A little watering hole, L'Oncle Antoine is located in the Vieux Quebec area of the city. Situated on Rue Saint Pierre it is frequented by the locals and tourists of this neighborhood. Stone walled interiors have dim-lighting and a casual ambiance. The serves are friendly and happy to help all the time. Based in a historic building, the bar has some old-world charm to it. With a good range of beers, they also offers various small bites, to dig into. Their patio area seems perfect to have a nice beer on a warm summer afternoon.
Société Cigare Lounge is a cigar lounge located on Grande Allée Est. The lounge has an exquisite collection of cigars, some of which are quite expensive and unique. They also house a fine collection of scotch, port and cognac. Rhythms of jazz and blues complement the softly lit lounge. They also have an extended terrace where guests can spend some quiet time before calling it a day.
Le Nelligan is an authentic Irish pub in the St-Jean Baptiste neighborhood of Quebec. The pub has a wide bar menu ranging from classic Irish beers to imported specialities of beer. They also serve the good-old scotch, whiskey and selected varieties of wines. They house a colorful menu of chicken wings, nachos, hot dogs and much more to complement the brews. The pub is open till 3a and has live music nights. They also host events like whiskey tasting. Schedules of upcoming performances and events can be found on their website.
Bistrot le Pape Georges is a favorite among tourists and locals alike. Patrons regularly flock to this bar for live music which consists of blues tunes played by local artists, as well as the savory snacks featured on the menu here. Food options include sandwiches and nachos, and a wide range of cheese. Sip on tasteful wines by the glass, or choose from chilled beers and ingenious cocktails. They have a front room, where the live performances take place, along with a back room where one can catch up on some TV.
Fou - Bar is where you should be if you want to experience Quebec like a local. They have great offers on beer, along with having foosball and TVs, in addition to hosting live bands and local acts every now and then. The decor has an old world feel about it and is unpretentious, with basic brick and stone interiors. So when you feel thirsty next time, drop in at this local watering hole and grab a pint with something light to eat.