This well-established French restaurant in the Old City has won several awards for its simply exquisite cuisine. The charming dining room at Saint-Amour features stone walls, flowers, and mirrors refined, yet romantic. It specializes in seafood like swordfish with sweet pimento in a cream sauce, game like grilled caribou with poached pear and cedar jelly, lamb dishes like rack of lamb in a fine herb and cheese crust, and Quebec duck foie gras. Desserts are spectacular, and the wine list features a 1928 Sauternes Chateau La Tour.
Owners Daniel Vézina and Suzanne Gagnon named this popular and upscale restaurant after their two children. The very friendly couple is well-known in the city for their warm personalities and for high quality cuisine. They have prix fixe as well as a la carte menus that change as per the seasons, enabling one to taste the best of every season. Some of the offerings include duck confit, spinach and citrus ravioli with seared foie gras; seafood cocktail, horseradish sauce and vegetables tempura. The desserts section has some delights such as orange souffle in store. The impressive wine cellar includes a broad range of countries.
Started in 1984, Restaurant L'Echaudé was a dream conceived by five travelling friends who had a passion for food. From inspirations which they gathered from Paris and New York, Restaurant L'Echaudé was born. The theme of the restaurant is, fine dining experience at an affordable price. The menu here is seasonal and local organic ingredients form the base of every dish. Their wines are also sourced from selective vineyards only. Good food, classy atmosphere and meticulous service all sum up as a reason for their loyal customer base. The bistro is open 7 days a week, brunch starts at 10:00a on weekends, lunch starts at 11:30a from Monday to Friday and dinner starts at 5:30p. They offer a 21 percent discount on their menu after 9:00p.
Aux Anciens Canadiens is a well-known restaurant located in the beautiful Maison Jacquet, a 1675 building that was once home to novelist Philippe-Aubert de Gaspé. His novel gives its name to the restaurant. The table d'hôte offers an entrée, soup, choice of main course, desert and coffee or teas. Most of the cuisine is Quebecois, that is the local French-Canadian cuisine, which is distinctively different from French fare.
Right in the heart of Old Quebec, near the Château Frontenac, this renowned French restaurant is located in an elegant Victorian mansion built in 1845. Le Continental features a rich and sober decor of deep colors and oak. Over the years, the cuisine and service has been awarded many national and international awards. The menu is made up of classics like snails in garlic butter served in their shells, and various other preparations.
Located in the Best Western Aristocrate Hotel in Sainte-Foy, this restaurant is lit by large picture windows. Even if very elegant and classy, the ambiance is relaxed, and the service impeccable. Salmon is one of the house specialties, served poached, or roasted. Tables d'hôte can be constructed from any main course to suit most palates. There are separate breakfast, lunch and dinner menus available, along with a good wine list.
Known for his artisanal confections, Eric Borderon is a renowned French-Canadian patisserie chef. His boulangerie in Sillery is much sought out for various fresh baked country breads and pastries. Apart from a great range of baked goodies, this little joint also serves sumptuous luncheons, salads and gourmet sandwiches. Open all week, Eric Borderon makes for a nifty lunch spot.
A pride of the Saint-Roch neighborhood, Le Clocher Penché is a charming bistro that serves a brilliant contemporary European fare. The daily-changing menu comprises of French classics prepared with innovative, modern flair, using locally sourced, artisanal ingredients. Everything offered on the menu here is exquisite and the service, friendly and warm; yet this beautiful place eliminates the unwanted pretensions that one usually associates with such establishments. Worth trying here is the prixe fix brunch, something of a super power of Le Clocher Penché; drop in for a truly wonderful meal.
Le Nektar cafe in Quebec provides you with a comprehensive coffee experience. The coffee house sources their blends from some of the best roasters in the world. From Africa to America, and even some Asian countries, you will amazed with the sheer variety on display. Each and every coffee served here has a unique taste and richness to it because it is made following some meticulous procedures that holds true to the Nektar standard. So enjoy a warm cup in the bright ambiance as you gaze out the window at the beautiful city.
Le Pied Bleu serves more comfort than gourmet food at reasonable prices. Located near St. Roche, this cute little restaurant serves delicious, wholesome food - like the kind Grandma made, that would just melt your heart. The simple, uncomplicated menu comprises of popular dishes that are served in charming vintage crockery. A warm, friendly service amidst warm, friendly environment serving homey grub makes Le Pied Bleu the way to go when you're done with the whole fine-dine bit.
This well-established French restaurant in the Old City has won several awards for its simply exquisite cuisine. The charming dining room at Saint-Amour features stone walls, flowers, and mirrors refined, yet romantic. It specializes in seafood like swordfish with sweet pimento in a cream sauce, game like grilled caribou with poached pear and cedar jelly, lamb dishes like rack of lamb in a fine herb and cheese crust, and Quebec duck foie gras. Desserts are spectacular, and the wine list features a 1928 Sauternes Chateau La Tour.
Owners Daniel Vézina and Suzanne Gagnon named this popular and upscale restaurant after their two children. The very friendly couple is well-known in the city for their warm personalities and for high quality cuisine. They have prix fixe as well as a la carte menus that change as per the seasons, enabling one to taste the best of every season. Some of the offerings include duck confit, spinach and citrus ravioli with seared foie gras; seafood cocktail, horseradish sauce and vegetables tempura. The desserts section has some delights such as orange souffle in store. The impressive wine cellar includes a broad range of countries.