Sometimes you know immedately that a dining experience is going to be very special. At Buvett Scott I knew when our host brought us to our seats at the end of the bar (which we had reserved). They were right next to the large pick-up window looking into the kitchen, and our host then said "These are the people who will be preparing your dinner", and introduced us to each person in the kitchen... by name. This is a very small place, cozy and atmospheric. If there are just two of you, sitting at the bar is the way to go. It's where you really feel the vibe and see what makes this place so special. The food is off the hook, and changes so frequently that it's pointless for me to highlight specific dishes. We had an amazing charred broccolli, a seasonal morel dish, razor clams, and unique egg mayo concoction. Doesn't matter. the food will be exceptional whatever they are serving. Thier Michelin Bib Gourmand (exceptional food at reasonable prices) designation is well deserved. But if the soul of Buvette Scott is the food, the heart is Marine, who appeared to be the only server on duty while we were there. She is a transplanted Brit (I believe), with a quick smile and a sassy outlook. Even as busy as she was, she had the time to engage us and make us feel like we were old friends. Stories were told, laughing was had. We were the last two left from the first dinner seating that day, and Marine and part of the kitchen team sat at the bar with us as we finished and shared insights about Quebec City and how they ended up there. Rarely have I felt so comfortable and at home in a place I have never been before. Really good restaurants serve up really good food... But truly great restaurants provide an experience that impacts you on many levels, and holds a place in your memory. Buvette Scott is a truly great restaurant. read more

This place is a gem. It was our favourite meal of both Montreal and Quebec City this week. It's a small casual place with excellent cuisine and top notch service. The small diverse menu celebrates seasonal ingredients and provides a wonderful example of the outstanding food scene in Quebec that so many people talk about. Highly recommend! read more

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Great place in the art district. Waiter was a gem. Had the CLAMS CASINO (crispy bread, crumb outside and tasty clams on the inside), stuffed zucchini with filling, SWORDFISH, BROCCOLI, BEAN, BAGNA CAUDA (the swordfish comes almost Sushi style, thin and was very tender), pickled vegetable vegetables, ( not my favorite, but my wife loved them. Very crisp and vinegar), and the GNUDI DI RICOTTA, TOMATO, EGGPLANT, OLIVE (my favorite, it was like a ricotta cheese filled shell, but better) read more

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We can't for the love of us figure out where the positive reviews are coming from for this place. We love small plate French cuisine, and Yelp reviews convinced us we shouldn't miss Buvette Scott. We should have. There was nothing special about the fare, the atmosphere, or anything else. We got a late bar seating, because nothing else was available. We're not sure why, because most of the tables in this tiny place were empty for the entire 90 minutes we were there. Kids in shorts cooked in the kitchen while a friendly but very drunk female bartender waited on us. She provided us with skimpy wine pours while she poured her own perpetual glass generously. We spoke with another couple who dined beside us, and they were even less impressed than we. This place is an overpriced, overrated joint with mediocre food and very little to offer. I suspect it was once better and now lives on its undeserved reputation. Steer clear. read more

Buvette Scott was easily our favorite meal in Quebec City. They have a large wine selection, the service was attentive and kind, and the small plates were fresh, delicious, and highlighted local ingredients beautifully. The cozy atmosphere and great music made the experience even better. Definitely recommend for foodies looking for a special meal in the city - just be sure to book a reservation in advance since the restaurant is tiny! read more

AMAZING. A must! The experience at Buvette Scott was unparalleled. From the moment we entered, they made my husband and me feel so welcomed and like such honored guests. We also had our baby in tow and they were so sweet making accommodations. The food and wine selection were outstanding, the presentation was beautiful, and our server and the owner went above and beyond to make our night special. Cannot recommend highly enough! read more

It's too bad I waited a little long to write this review as I forgot a few of the dishes ordered and certainly the names. But to sum it up, you are best going with a group as it is share plates and you have a menu based on the local season and ingredients, and ultimately whatever is inspired by the chef. It's also a very intimate place where you get complete attention to your server who absolutely knows food. It was some of the freshest food I've tasted and bringing out so much taste out of some ingredients that in other contexts ban be a bit simple. read more

This was my last meal on QC and I believe one of the best if not the best. I lucked up and got a seat at the bar. The place is small and intimate with a warm vibe. I ordered 2 things the Chantrelle (sp) mushrooms dish, the pasta with pork ragu and the strawberry shortcake. The mushroom was so good I could have drank the broth, the pasta was cooked perfectly with a unique flavor. Lastly, the strawberry shortcake was fresh and not overly sweet. I left with a full belly and happy heart. If I am ever in QC again this place will be on the list. read more

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Genuinely one of the best places I've ever eaten at. And I eat out A LOT. Sometimes when you take a bite, you can tell that it's just a job for the chef. This was not the case here. Not to be cliche, but it was love at first bite. I'm always chasing the next "food high" (I like to call it). It's the feeling you get when the world stops and it's just you, the food and the chef--when you can taste the artistry and passion put into every dish. Not a spec is out of place. It's the moment when Igor tries Remi's ratatouille. If that's what you're looking for, come here. When I left, it was half past closing and Chef was still cooking. read more

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In a nutshell: local, delicious and highly recommended. We were lucky to snag a reservation (and suggest you do as well!). We had a table right in the middle of the restaurant ideal for taking in the very relaxed space and seeing tasty dishes float by on their way to other diners. The staff was super friendly and really knowledgeable about their extensive wine list. Bang for your buck recommendation: get a recommendation on a Canadian wine that suits your tastes and go for a bottle. We had a killer Pinot Noir from outside of Montreal that hit all the right notes for the meal. And what a meal! Over summer, the staff spent time packaging sunshine for later to drop on your plate and remind you of warmer times. Their work became a memorable canned tomato and fermented pepper sauce for the ricotta gnocchi that made below freezing February feel like peak summer for a few moments. Other highlights were delicious lions main mushrooms and a beet and turnip dish, both with delectable sauces. All topped off with a cake/cheesecake and raspberry sauce (more packaged sunshine) dessert paired with a little pour of white Jura dessert wine - another phenomenal recommendation. read more

Buvette Scott - Wine - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

Small plates perfect for sharing very attentive staff English speaking friendly. GRAB a reservation!!!

This is one of those restaurants where you know going into it that it's going to be an AMAZING overall experience. We sat at the bar, which I highly recommend. I feel like it gave a more personalized, intimate experience! They really made us feel like we were dining with an old friend! Our server/bartender was amazing!! He paired wine suggestions perfectly with the various things we ordered, and he gave us a glass of this DELICIOUS wine that he went and got specially for us from their wine storage. They were also playing vinyl and having so much fun putting on different records, adding even more to the cool, fun, but cozy atmosphere. We ordered a bunch of different things, and everything was so well-crafted and perfectly executed. If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the beef tartare. Definitely the best I've ever had. It was so tempting to try everything on the menu - and we almost did! This truly wasn't just *any* restaurant. This was an EXPERIENCE and one of the best ones at that. Buvette Scott, I will be back!!! read more

This restaurant does the shared plate thing and we sampled the foccacia, Pickled vegetables, spaghetti pasta with a pork meatball, beef tartar, and a bisque with potato. It was quaint and family style. read more

Super creative menu and everything we ordered was amazing. Very chill vibe and the staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this gem of a restaurant read more

On my first trip to Quebec City in many years, I had planned to make sure to eat many of its staples: crepes, poutine, meat pies, etc. Ultimately, though most of my experiences were an exercise in trying something new, they failed to truly impress me. Duck confit crepes are great! But I can live without having tried it. Looking at Buvette Scott's menu didn't immediately scream QUEBEC CITY to me (please, correct me if I'm wrong!), but by the end of my trip I really just wanted to have a great meal. Luckily I happened to come at a fantastic time: the first radish harvest of the year, which was heavily featured in two of the three dishes I ended up ordering. My first dish was the most radish-forward of the trio. I think the best way to describe it would be as leafy radish with more frills attached. Here, I learned that what can be construed as "blandness" from fresh radish can actually become a fantastic canvas for other flavours. The tahini was less nutty than some of the best tahini I have had, but that was not to its detriment. In my opinion, a very strong tahini would have masked the beautiful natural taste of this radish. Truly, good food starts with the ingredients. Next, I had a scallop dish, with a lettuce cream, radish, and most surprisingly: roe. The cream was unbelievable -- really all I need to say. I had actually asked the server to pick my meal -- so each dish was a surprise, and the final one of the night was one that I had been hoping he would choose: ravioli with a shrimp bisque. The ricotta that filled the ravioli was homemade -- and I could tell! Absolutely delicious, and the sauce was good enough that I could have had it alone as a soup. Really couldn't have capped my trip any better, and both the food and vibes were perfect. I plan on being back in the city soon, and will make sure to visit Buvette Scott again. read more

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Fine dining atmosphere with friendly wait staff. Menu is share plates on pricey side with small but tasty menu items. My dessert was disappointing, rhubarb cake with crème fraiche. I was expecting to taste the tartness of rhubarb, but no, on the sweet side with only a sliver of cooked rhubarb on top. Wine and cider pours were approximately 1/3 of a glass. At least 1/2 glass full would have been better. Overall a good dining experience. read more

Decided to try this place out after seeing all the 5 star reviews on yelp and it definitely deserves 5 stars!! Excellent and friendly service, cozy atmosphere, and you can tell the food was prepared with love. We tried most of the items on the menu and my favourite was definitely the Arctic char! So smooth, soft, and tasty! So good we ordered a second order. Will definitely be back next time! read more

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Considering this is one of the top rated Yelp joints in Canada, I wasn't really feeling that it lived up to that standard. While the entree options were interesting, I wouldn't say the meal blew me away. We started with oysters. These were fresh and tasty. I found the duck heart dish to be interesting and the flavors to be unique. But at the end of the day I didn't think the duck hearts tasted much better than a normally executed skirt steak. We also ordered dessert and espresso, both of which were enjoyable. read more

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When you walk into this place, the warmth and intimacy grab you right away. This place has about 25 chairs total ensuring you will be the focus of the house. Our reservations were for 5:30, which was ideal because it was the same time as their oyster special. 2 dozens oysters please. The oysters were well shocked and came with lemon wedges and a pickle mignonette. Then we were off to try the duck ham and the pork pressé. Both were very good and the duck ham being like a unique jamón serrano. For our mains, we shared the lions mane mushrooms, the pappardelle, the white sausage and beans, the crusiferous, and the fried walleye. The standouts were certainly the lions mane and the white sausage. We finished our meals with the pear sorbet and the almond cake. The unique beer selection was also a great surprise. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Truly deserves a 5 star rating!!! Buvette Scott is a quant, upscale restaurant located in Old Quebec. As soon as we walked in, we knew we made the right choice for dinner: the restaurant was fully booked and everyone there was a local French Canadian. The people there looked like they frequent this restaurant, AKA, this is where the locals go! We realized that the menu changes every day, it is written in French on the chalkboard. Our waiter, Dave, was absolutely super. He brought us a menu in English and gave us time to think about it. While not all of the words translated perfectly to English, we were genuinely excited about what we were about to eat! Dave recommended we try an orange wine--he shared that it comes from a special grape grown in Italy that gives an orange color. I can hands down say this was the best wine I have ever tried. I wish I had bought a bottle then and there. The food was delicate and scrumptious. Each meal was prepared with love and served one at a time. The potato dish was a perfect balance of tomato and herb flavors. The homemade Ragu was melt in your mouth soft. I believe it was accompanied with veal and this was the most juicy and tender veal I have had the pleasure of enjoying. The dessert was astounding and I felt the touch of every local ingredient: a nearby farm's maple syrup, pure pears, etc. An excellent execution of flavor and texture. All in all, top of the line cuisine. And even though we were the only non-Quebec people dining, I felt we were treated equally and with adequate attention. We would love to dine again at Buvette Scott! read more

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We had dinner for 4. The restaurant is very cozy. The food was great, the waitstaff very helpful. We had nearly everything on the menu. We enjoyed it all and would highly recommend. read more

Buvette Scott - Wine - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

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Really extraordinary food from this small neighborhood restaurant. The produce used was all locally grown and extraordinarily fresh. The taste of each ingredient leapt off the plate. The host is very gracious and accommodating. Definitely give this place a try! read more

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Food is phenomenal. We can taste the chefs' passion for their work. Hats off to their creativity. We enjoyed our experience immensely. Too bad we live too far to go back for more read more

I was nervous about trying this restaurant because a lot of the pictures on Yelp feature various meats, and I learn toward vegetarian. I also worried that as an American they might be annoyed with me. The street it is on is steep, and with the ice, I thought I might kill myself! And the restaurant was tiny. I had to wait for my reservation. BUT OMG. First, they were so nice and offered me a menu in English. And then I was there for 3 hours. I'm not sure I've ever had a dinner last so long, but it was actually perfect. The time between courses allowed me not to become stuffed, and everything was delicious! Not pretentious. Just fresh, delicious food! I would try to describe it, but I know I won't be able to name what was in each dish. Just go! Make reservations and leave plenty of time and go!!! read more

Sat at bar---bartender/waiter was great at explaining the menu. Small tapas style and everything was amazing. A must try in Quebec City

We had a delicious meal here. It's tiny and very cute. The service is wonderful and friendly. The food is super interesting so we tried new things like duck ham. The radish dish was spectacular. read more

The food was creative and so well done; we were blown away! Very friendly staff, cozy room, and great wine selection by the glass. Can't say enough about how good this place is! read more

There are not many restaurants like this one. They deliver a spectacular fine dining experience in medium sized dishes to be shared. Despite the creative and thoughtful menu which changes regularly, the vibe is entirely casual focused on good food and great wine/ beer moreover than on any pretense or requisite stuffy decorum. Our waiter described each dish in abundant detail. We had a spectacular sparkling wine for which I cannot for the life of me provide a just description. Something about no sulfites? Whatever it was, it was served perfectly chilled, and often. In order , we had oysters from New Brunswick served with an apple mignonette, homemade bread and maitre d'hotel butter, zucchini and onion bhaji served on an eggplant puree, a charcuterie and cheese plate, a gnocchi dish, and an arctic char dish. We finished with a strawberry and creme anglaise clafoutis. It was all extraordinary. After finishing the bottle of sparkling wine and ordering another couple of glasses of the same beverage, we wanted to cap the night off with a digestif. We asked the waiter what they had to offer us and he simply replied "Do you want me to bring you sweet things? " You don't say no to a question like that, and you don't ask any further questions. You just say yes and trust that something good is about to happen. He brought us a sweet vermouth made from macerated apples. Served chilled, it was sweet yet slightly bitter. Just perfect and unique. We had him top up our glasses a second time before leaving this cherished establishment highly buzzed with smiles on our faces. This is the type of experience that nourishes the soul. The food is spectacular and served in small enough portions that you can sample eight or nine dishes. It is also extremely inexpensive in relation to the quality and expertise that clearly goes into the preparation. Appetizers are all under $10 and the main courses if you want to call it that are for the most part under $20. The small restaurant was packed to capacity and had to turn away those diners brazen enough to attempt a visit without a reservation. You should not leave Quebec without a visit here! read more

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Fantastic local restaurant tucked away on an incline. Call ahead to make reservations - this place is packed! Lovely service (despite being a foreign visitor, so fear not if you were concerned from previous reviews!). Dishes were very innovative and delicious and I'm terribly sad I've left Quebec. Oysters were great, risotto was also amazing! Great menu that changes so you're always in for a treat. Toffee dessert was a dream. Buvette Scott definitely earned its high Yelp rating. You must go! read more

Buvette Scott - Oysters - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

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Fantastic service with mouthwatering food. This cozy restaurant creates a relaxing feel. The waiters are out of this worldly friendly. To start, we ordered bread and butter along with some marinated vegetables (great appetizers). Then, some fresh oysters from PEI to tie us over until entrées arrived. We felt adventurous and tried dishes with rabbit kidneys and duck livers. They turned out amazing with the right texture and flavour. This wonderful meal ended on an even higher note with maple glazed donut with big chucks of walnuts. Wow. Just wow! We ordered another one of these donuts because the first one was just not enough. read more

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I was in town for a conference, staying at the Delta Marriott down the street. I opened Yelp to find somewhere closeby to get some good food. Buvette Scott was closeby and had very good reviews so I decided to walk there. Small chalkboard on the sidewalk was inviting, offering half price oysters. It's a small place, but very comfortable and casual. I sat at the bar because I was by myself. Etienne greeted me. He was bartending, but then I learned he was also serving, and running food. I ordered several plates of food - different courses, along with drinks. Etienne was one of the most attentive people I have encountered in a restaurant. He was extremely polite, knowledgeable, and had a very keen sense of exactly when he was needed or not. His English was very good, thankfully for me. He was intimately familiar with the bar and food menus, but also had a vast knowledge and understanding of all kinds of things. He was able to hold a good conversation no matter what the topic. The chefs in the kitchen were busting their butts while keeping everything super clean, neat, and organized. It was amazing to watch how much they could get done in such a small space. That first night (I went back the next night for more) I enjoyed an excellent glass of Barbera with New Brunswick Oysters on the half shell, an incredible creamy endive salad with mango and orange, and sauteed duck hearts with an incredible rosti (hashbrown) served up with rich flavorful reductions made in house. I was intrigued by the house-made charcuterie platter, so I asked for a taste of that. Etienne put together a nice little plate for me with some fresh sourdough bread he had made earlier that day. Unbelievable. I had more oysters for dessert along with a special Negroni digestif that I could not reproduce even if I tried. It is very unusual for me to go to the same restaurant twice when visiting somewhere. But I had to. I returned to Buvette Scott the next night. Started with oysters and loved them. Cracked fresh to order. Chef Tony Rock was in the house, along with Etienne, the other Chef (big beard, bad ass dude), and another very high energy server/bartender whose name escapes me now. I ate more oysters, a hand made pasta dish with anchovies, almonds, basil, and egg - all fresh, presented beautifully, and full of flavor. Again I sat at the bar and observed, and listened. The staff worked like a well oiled machine. The kitchen was impeccable. The communication was outstanding. The music on the record player hit the spot. Etienne hooked me up with his special Negroni (best I've had). Time was so well spent. I enjoyed it and already recommended the restaurant to a few colleagues who live locally. I will go back if/when I get the chance. Special thanks to the crew for everything! Keep up the great work! Jason read more

Walked with a warm welcome. The restaurant is small, holding about no more than 30 people, but that's what makes its environment that much better. Definitely try to come before 7 pm to take advantage of their fantastic oysters at a good price. 1/$1.50 itd be hard to find another place with such a great deal with that quality. My boyfriend and I ordered a dozen and ended up ordering another half dozen. The bison was incredibly tasty and wish I had more of it. It encourages us to order a second dish...the fiddlehead, which was cooked well and had well balanced earthy flavors that were refreshing after the meaty bison. The prices seem fair, but just realize that each dish is served more like tapas size, rather than entree. Overall, excellent dinner. read more

Buvette Scott - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

I was shocked that I got a 3-star experience at a place with a 4.8-star rating. The glass of wine is $12, the pour size is so small that I can finish in 1 sip. All the dishes portions are so small but charge full entree price. I came because of the reviews, but I walked out regrettably. Only the duck ham was charged reasonably. The bill was $145 for 2, we left hungry. read more

Best dining experience I have ever had! Warm, friendly environment and the owners really get to know you. So unique and original. Cannot wait to come back! read more

Buvette Scott - Duck hearts- incredible! - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

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This was our favorite restaurant during our trip to Canada. Service was just excellent. Our Food was so delicate and tasty!! We split our time between COnnecticut and New York, where Oysters Are a very important part of our food routine, and I have to say that their oysters are the BEST oysters that I had in my life! We sat at the bar and it was super cool to witnessed the kitchen activity. There were two guys in the kitchen who had everything figured it out. They really know what they are doing! Food is just incredible! I am looking forward to go back to Quebec City just to visit this place again. Plus... AMAZING MUSIC. read more

Buvette Scott - Canadian (New) Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

I went here because I was living nearby for a month and noticed that it seemed packed. Looked it up on yelp and saw the 5-star average review so decided to give it a try. My brother told me that the owner used to be his neighbour, so this is a locally-owned bar where they also serve food. We called to reserve a table, and were happy we did because it is a small place and got packed quite early. We ordered a few drinks, which were good. The food was not as good as people described it though. They have a menu that often changes, so the menu was written on the board (you can snap a picture of it if you don't want to end up with bad head neck / torticoli). We tried their 3 tomatoes salad (rating 4/5), their pasta (2.5-3/5), and a plate of maquereau (3.5/5). My friend also ordered the pasta and did not enjoy it.. The staff were nice but it was a bit hard to get their attention because they were only two and were quite busy. The table next to us ordered the feasan which looked really good, to share for 2 ppl. Maybe we did not pick the right meals, but when the salad is the best part of your meal. I would come back for a drink, but not for a full meal. May I had high expectations because almost everyone gave it a 5 star. read more

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One of the most memorable meals of our trip! Service was so friendly and helpful, and we got great recommendations on wine. Tried several things and each one was delicious and unique. The space is so cozy and comfortable, almost feels like being at a friend's house. read more

One of the best meals we've ever had. The pecorino spaghetti is something I'll dream about for awhile. Tasting portions allowed us to try many menu items. The duck ham was also a big hit! read more

We walked in around 5:30 on a Friday night and were met with a friendly 'bon jour' when they realized we didn't speak French they were very accommodating. The food and was amazing! Their handcrafted bread (from their sister restaurant, Sardine's) paired with cultured butter was delicious. The duck ham (yes!) was served with fermented mustard seeds and a perfect appetizer. The mozzarella Spumante was incredible! Like eating a soft meringue made from mozzarella. Truly a unique and memorable dining experience! read more

We went without a reservation and were faced with a rude employee whose attitude is what transpires this review. He spoke French to us and when we said we do not understand he proceeded to respond with an edgy tone, that this is a French country and how can he know that we don't speak the language. Of course French is spoken in Quebec and we are fully aware but based on the volume of tourists, it is not necessary to offend your potential customers. We come from Greece a very touristic country but when we have to deal with tourists or we travel to other countries, we speak English. 50% of a great business is customer service. read more