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    CHAMPLAIN RESTAURANT

    3.9 (96 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndFrench
    Closed • 5:30 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Carolyn B.

    The food is exceptional, the ambiance refined, and the service is personal, tasteful, and attentive. This is the pinnacle of fine dining in the old town.

    Foie gras
    Nicole B.

    One of my favorite dining experiences of all time! Wonderful food and wine pairing in a lovely, historic restaurant overlooking the St Lawrence River. Our server was fantastic and really made our experience special. The meal was well paced, and as beautiful as it was delicious. I loved every moment and hope to be back again. Thank you!!!

    Dessert made from squash was so good!
    Pat M.

    When we booked our trip to Quebec trip, we made sure to make reservations at Champlain restaurant immediately. This restaurant inside the beautiful Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac hotel is a must stop for fine dining. Everything here is pure elegance. Our waiter, Mark, was fantastic. We had the food and wine pairing and his knowledge was very impressive. From the bread and crackers to start the meal to all the different dishes, we loved it. The halibut had a nice crust on top which was so good. I had the venison, but my wife switched that for the Wagyu steak. That steak was definitely the star of the meal. Even our dessert made from squash was unbelievable. The glass of wine with each course made for a perfect meal. One couple we were with ordered the cheese platter and went to a separate room to select the cheeses. Amazing! Our waiter detailed that the chef was trained in Copenhagen and previously was a chef at a top restaurant in Toronto. Dining here comes with a hefty price tag, but it's really an all evening experience. We were there for 3.5 hours and enjoyed every minute of it!

    Foie Gras
    Kenneth K.

    My wife and I decided to come here for one nie meal to splurge while staying at the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac. Our table was perfectly located right on the terrace and the service was top notch. We shared the four course regular and vegetarian discovery experience with wine pairing and it was well worth it. Initially I requested the six course for vegetarian and the four for meat to avoid pork, but our waiter misheard and graciously gave us the one other dish we wanted which was the kombucha and fruit dish. We look forward to hopefully returning!

    Tour of Le Champlain Restaurant at Fairmont Frontenac Hotel
    Christopher M.

    Le Champlain Restaurant - Fairmont Château Frontenac The food and service both were excellent. The wait staff members (including Marc-Andre) were attentive without being intrusive, and the prix fixe tasting menu was outstanding - particularly the elk (and my wife loved the asparagus). Chef Gabriel Molleur-Langevin is to be commended for his wonderful menu (and the pastry chef deserves special praise!) We were celebrating our 41st wedding anniversary, and I cannot imagine a more eloquent setting, with a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence River. Merci!

    maple dessert
    Colleen D.

    What a beautiful restaurant. Service was very good here. We were greeted with a glass of champagne upon our arrival. Someone, trying to assist our server, brought over a meal which included a dietary restriction. Our server was right on top of it to make sure it didn't reach our table and accidentally eaten. We were grateful for the quick intervention and that they were so diligent about meeting dietary needs. The food was tasty. We especially enjoyed the maple dessert.

    Irina G.

    Beautiful space. Amazing service. The waiter did a great job engaging our hard to please 6-year-old. They also had nice touches like champagne when you are being seated (juice for the little one) and generally high class service feel. I felt like old British royalty for a minute. Food was good. My favorite was the starter. Beautiful salmon dish. The other dishes were good but can't say they were memorable. My husband ordered a drink with smoked Mazcal and they actually burned a piece of wood in front of us that created cool smoke over the drink. Definitely can't get smokier than that. The location is beautiful. It's a historic chateau in the old part of Quebec. It's beautiful and elegant. Taking a few steps down from the restaurant will lead into a historical museum that depicts the history of the city and French Canada in general. If you can, see if you could eat outside for dinner and you will be able to marvel onto city vistas of the water and a backdrop of sunset. do it for the experience of nothing else...

    Frontenac
    Alessandro G.

    It was an amazing experience. Something I do suggest to everyone to try. Yes it will be expensive maybe but still something to try in your vacation. The ambiance is amazing, elegant and old. Seems to be inside a museum. The service for the time you arrive to the time you leave is perfect. Any request they will always try to accommodate if possible. The dishes are explained extremely well and the wine pairing was amazing. Only one thing is that the amount wine is very low and I think for the price they should give more. Going to the food. The chef is a magician. Every dish is well cooked, cleaned, and you can literally feel every ingredient in that dish. From the appetizers down to the cake is like having a trip, all of this inside a castle.

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    Sarah M.

    What an amazing meal. We were greeted with champagne upon arrival and waitress was so nice and patient. The room we sat in was beautiful. We settled on the 4 course meal with an appetizer of foie gras. The food was delicious and worth the price. Great cocktails as well.

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    Linda R.

    This is a tough one. Dinner for two and we were seated in The Library. We had a beautiful table overlooking the square, loved it. Tasting Menu was the only option, not sure if it is this way all the time. Service was super fast at the start of the meal, too fast. Courses were arriving almost as fast as we finished the course we were eating. We worried our six course dinner would be completed in less than an hour- which would not be good at these prices. Then, the dining room started to fill up and service went to a full stop. We sat. And sat. And then a bread course arrived (between course 4 and 5) it was odd. And we sat. More than an hour later was saw course 5 of 6. Food was inconsistent. Some courses were good, some meh and final main course, quail, was excellent. Dessert was mixed, it looked beautiful and tasted good but also much like it had been prepped some time ago. Also odd, we received our dessert and almost immediately thereafter we were served a couple of macaroons on a plate. The kind of thing you might receive after paying the bill. Those were also meh. So all in all, atmosphere was a 4, food a 2 and service a 2. Maybe a bad night but won't likely return.

    Presentation and atmosphere perfect.

    Absolutely amazing. The chef was brilliant. He came out and took care of us himself, explaining the cheese selection, taking our young budding chef in the group back for a tour of the kitchen. The food was incredible!!! Every course surpassed the last. Slow dining. Our delicious experience lasted a little over 3 hours. Beautiful, exquisite, light, tasty, filling. The service was amazing. Really friendly to English speakers, menu accommodating and servers genuine. Really felt that they wanted us to have a great evening, which we did. Restaurant has a gorgeous view from the front of the hotel overlooking the lake. Stunning. Very classy. We were a small family but there were several couples enjoying the romantic ambience.

    Duck breast
    Wei C.

    We got reservations at this restaurant since we were hotel guests at the beautiful Chateau Frontenac. The restaurant is quite modern despite being inside a castle. There isn't a dress code enforced and the staff was really nice and friendly. The price is hefty and the food isn't a lot so our bill ended up being $500 for 4 people and we only had 2 drinks. We had the 5-course meal, the beef, the duck breast (which was delicious) and the pasta. The food came out slow, especially because we had to wait for our friend who had the 5-course meal (which came with 3 appetizers). In total we probably spent 3 hours there (we got there at 7:45 PM) and the restaurant was freezing because their AC was cranked up high. Overall good experience and great location. Food was delicious and expensive but worth a try if just for the experience. Their a la carte food is good but next time I'll probably try their 5 course meal. It comes with 3 appetizers, the main course and the dessert.

    Impressive wine cellar/storage
    Grace W.

    We, along with another couple traveled to Old Quebec back in October 2021 and made an reservation at Champlain for dinner during our stay at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. As soon as we walked in the restaurant they offered us champagne before being seated. We got to check out the impressive wine cellar/storage while sipping champagne. Then we were led inside the dining room and seated at a table by the window with water-river view. Comfortable seating, nice and quite ambiance in the outer dining room. Our server was friendly and informative. We ordered the Braised Wild Hare, Cipolini Mushroom Veloute and Foie Gras Platter To Share as appetizers. For main course, one friend and I both opted for Les Fermes Hudson Duck, my hubby had the Deer Loin and the another friend ordered the Catch Of the Day(think it was Cod Fish). Beautiful presentations and everything was delicious. A bit pricey yes but definitely quality and flavorful food. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed both our dinner and the atmosphere at Champlain.

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    Not the best. Very slow service and mediocre food. Might be an aberration but I wouldn't go back.

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    CHAMPLAIN RESTAURANT Reviews in Other Languages

    Bistro St-Malo - Beef cheeks

    Bistro St-Malo

    4.3(426 reviews)
    0.5 km•Place Royale
    •$$

    When in the old city St. Malo is a must! Authentic French…read morewith no bells and whistles to upsell but delicious food! Being a vegetarian I had my doubts but their hospitality will leave you in aww! It is a kid friendly place with coz seating with 2 floors. The service is very best and the chef himself cares for reach guests. Everything we had in our 2-3 visits was exceptional. I will say go with the recommendations by the chef or your server!

    Nestled in the charming Vieux-Port district of Quebec City, Bistro St. Malo is a delightful…read moretestament to culinary creativity, seamlessly blending the essence of French bistro classics with a Mediterranean twist. With the dynamic trio of Philippe Racine, Philippe Fournier, and Andréa Beauseigle at the helm, this newly minted bistro is not just a meal; it's an experience that speaks to the heart of local gastronomy. As we stepped into the inviting atmosphere of Bistro St. Malo, we were immediately struck by the relaxed ambience that feels both chic and comforting. The decor is a perfect marriage of rustic elegance and modern flair, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. The menu, crafted with both passion and precision, beckoned us to explore a variety of tempting dishes. We kicked off our culinary journey with the Mussels Marinière, bathed in a heavenly concoction of wine and garlic. Each bite was a succulent reminder of the sea, perfectly paired with crusty bread that could easily become a new best friend. Next on the list was the Soupe à l'Oignon, a classic French onion soup that was nothing short of a warm hug in a bowl. The rich broth, adorned with a gooey layer of melted cheese, transported us straight to a cozy Parisian bistro. Now, if you think escargots are just a fancy way to say "snails," think again. The Escargots Gratinés at Bistro St. Malo are a revelation, baked to perfection with a garlicky herb butter that made us rethink our long-held beliefs about these little treasures. For the main event, we indulged in the Joue de Bœuf sauce Robert, a sous-vide masterpiece that had been lovingly cooked for 30 hours. The beef cheek was so tender it practically melted on the fork, paired with a creamy potato purée and vegetables roasted in duck fat--a dish that could make even the most steadfast vegetarian reconsider their choices. We couldn't resist diving into the Ragoût de la Mer, a seafood stew that was a celebration of the ocean's bounty. With scallops, shrimp, lobster, cod, tuna, and salmon mingling in a rich bisque, this dish was a symphony of flavors that sang the praises of the fresh local products so central to the bistro's philosophy. Bistro St. Malo is more than just a meal; it's a culinary journey that pays homage to both French tradition and the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean. If you find yourself wandering the charming streets of Quebec City, do yourself a favor and make your way to 75 St-Paul Street. You might just discover your new favorite dining spot.

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    Bistro St-Malo - Moules with tomato sauce - Bistro St Malo

    Moules with tomato sauce - Bistro St Malo

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    Lapin Sauté - Poutine with pulled rabbit

    Lapin Sauté

    4.3(808 reviews)
    0.1 km•Quartier Petit-Champlain
    •$$$

    Our first meal in QC. And it was memorable in all the best ways…read more Located in the lower part of the city in the midst of all of the tourist shops, you could easily miss this gem. Great atmosphere (we opted for indoor seating since it was rather warm out), excellent service, and food that was easily some of the best we had during our weeklong stay in the city. Definitely try the rabbit. There are a few variations available. We had the Tourte Lapin and the Rable de Lapin along with a fondue to share. Also, some great local beers and a rose cidre to quench our thirst.

    A Delicious Lunch in the Heart of Old Québec…read more We stopped into Lapin Sauté for lunch following a wonderful walking tour of Old Québec, and it proved to be the perfect place to relax and enjoy a memorable meal. Both of us opted for the table d'hôte menu, which included an appetizer, main course, dessert, and tea or coffee. We happily paid the small supplement to begin with the Duck Foie Gras served with strawberry-rhubarb jam and brioche--a decision we did not regret for a second. The foie gras was rich and silky, while the sweet-tart jam provided a beautiful contrast. For our entrées, I chose the Pulled Rabbit Poutine with devil's sauce. Comfort food elevated to another level, it was hearty, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. My dining partner selected the Cassoulet with duck sausage and duck leg confit. While the duck was excellent, it was the beans that stole the show--perfectly cooked, deeply flavored, and exactly what a great cassoulet should be. We finished with desserts: a traditional Far Breton for me and a beautifully executed Crème Brûlée for my dining partner. Both were wonderful endings to an already excellent meal. The service was warm and attentive, the ambiance charming and inviting, and the food delicious from beginning to end. Located in the heart of Old Québec, Lapin Sauté is exactly the kind of restaurant travelers hope to discover--authentic, welcoming, and serving food that leaves a lasting impression. Highly recommended, and we would gladly return on our next visit to Québec City.

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    Lapin Sauté - Cozy dining room

    Cozy dining room

    Lapin Sauté - I forget the name, a raspberry and mascarpone treat!

    I forget the name, a raspberry and mascarpone treat!

    Lapin Sauté - Beautifully decorated outside

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    Beautifully decorated outside

    La Bûche - Duck conflict

    La Bûche

    4.2(950 reviews)
    0.2 km•Quartier Petit-Champlain, Place Royale
    •$$

    EdiBle :)) ++…read more Ambiance is charming, authentic, old and touristy. Old wooden snow shoes on the ceiling, sharpie written signatures on the old walls, window sills etc. with shutter style windows that open to rue St. Louie. It was full and had a line out the door. +++. Food is Canadian. I had their version of shepherds pie and it was the best one I've had in 3 decades including those I've tried in England, Scotland and Ireland!! Well balanced combination and smooth mash potatoes. Their homemade ketchup is amazeBallS! It does NOT look like Heinz by the way. I tried to buy some at their store next door but were out of it :/. Idk about their other dishes but I would eat their shepherds pie every week! +++ Service is friendly prompt and well informed staff. +++. Price was very fair for the best shepherds pie eVa! - Forget about parking. This is a pedestrian friendly old Quebec. All the oddities add character bc their food is good. I'll be BaaaaacK :)) MY RATINGS - - - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!

    3,5 stars The food…read moreis ok. The vibe is lively and quirky. But the price is touristy. The ham plats I was recommended was way overpriced @$70. To put that in perspective, you can get a 14 oz steak for $70 at the fancy steak joint nearby. Come here for the vibe, the $5 hand made taffy roll (that you can get for $3 in the corner store) but watch out for the waiter's upsell recommendations. If you bring the kids, may be the kids plats is the way to go as you get the Taffy included.

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    La Bûche - Inside

    Inside

    La Bûche - Poutine

    Poutine

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    Meat pie

    Le Billig - Crepe

    Le Billig

    4.4(683 reviews)
    1.3 km•Saint-Jean-Baptiste
    •$$

    This place was incredible! My husband and I ate here on vacation and are so glad we did. This was…read moreone of those meals you remember your entire life. We got there a little early so beat the crowds. The restaurant was super cute and cozy inside. Our server was very kind and helpful. He gave an excellent rundown of the menu and recommended a good cider pairing for my food. He let me trial a couple ciders before making a decision and the ciders were so good! It paired very well to cut the savoriness and fat of my meal. I ordered the Bearn and it was amazing!! The fuck confit was perfection and paired well with the sweetness of the onions and sharpness of the goat cheese. My husband got the sausage galette to trial their homemade sausage. His meal was also extremely good! So much flavor! TL;DR exceptional food and service!

    We had a leisurely lunch here after exploring the city. The service was unbothered and, as we were…read moredone with our to-do list and spent from so much walking, we were served perfectly. The restaurant was packed and we were lucky to have gotten the last table. It was outdoors --- seems they do not always have the sidewalk tables set up -- and a lovely day for us to be outside, shaded by the building, gazing up at a church steeple not far down the street and listening to the native French speaker chatting away in the r neighborhood. We enjoyed 2 savory crepes : ham and sausage. We loved! 2 dessert crepes: pear and apple We recommend.

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    Vibe

    Le Billig - Crepes with egg cheese and prosciutto

    Crepes with egg cheese and prosciutto

    Le Billig - Irish coffee

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    Irish coffee

    Le Saint-Amour - Back: Lobster Bisque (5/5) Front: Foie Gras experience (5/5, purely for that bruleed foie gras)

    Le Saint-Amour

    4.6(217 reviews)
    0.4 km
    •$$$$

    An extremely beautiful restaurant with gourmet food and very professional service…read more Considering how very special the experience was, the prices are very moderate. Further, if you are paying in dollars you further reduce the net price about 25%.

    First off the very good parts of this place of which there are many. On a random cold Saturday in…read morelate March we were able to get in with only about a half hour notice. We were underdressed, but the host basically was like "the dress code is only for the waitstaff, you are fine." So the place is definitely welcoming and had a nice vibe. Most of the tables spoke French but there was one other larger group also composed of English speakers. Waitstaff was fully bilingual though the vibe of the place is more Francophone than Quebec tourist. The food is cooked technically very well, though the portions are small, particularly our scallop appetizer which was maybe 2 scallops. The food was very good, but for the price it wasn't amazing, amazing. My wife said her trout for example was a bith mushy. I had the beef and it was very good. I'd happily it that and the scallop dish (maybe I'd order two, lol) again. Cocktails were also very good. Then there was the pre-dinner mackrel rolled in seaweed. Totally fine but an odd choice to give to all the diners. Also, the bread was only so-so (I got a better loaf tonight at Farm Boy) and the pepper butter and fois-gras butter were sort of tasteless. Again this is a solid restaurant and despite being 'fancy' had a very unpretentious vibe about it, which I appreciated. But the price feels a bit high, and the service was quite slow. So for me, it is a 4, but except for a restaurant I ate with friends in Montreal in 2018 (the name of which I am forgetting) and a really excellent spot on Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, the it is probably the best restaurant I've eaten at in Quebec.

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    Le Saint-Amour - Inside

    Inside

    Le Saint-Amour - Taste of Foie Gras

    Taste of Foie Gras

    Le Saint-Amour

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    Buvette Scott - Jambon de canard (Duck ham)

    Buvette Scott

    4.9(198 reviews)
    1.3 km•Saint-Jean-Baptiste
    •$$$

    This place is a gem. It was our favourite meal of both Montreal and Quebec City this week. It's a…read moresmall 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!

    Sometimes you know immedately that a dining experience is going to be very special. At Buvett Scott…read moreI 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.

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    Inside

    Buvette Scott - The post perfect dish - scallops, tofu, potato, xo sauce

    The post perfect dish - scallops, tofu, potato, xo sauce

    Buvette Scott - Couteau de mer, habanada Razor clam

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    Couteau de mer, habanada Razor clam

    CHAMPLAIN RESTAURANT - french - Updated October 2026

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