Paillard is a MUST if you love French pastries or any french food for that matter! The cases are a…read morestream of breads, cookies, croissants, rolls, macaroons, sandwhiches, quiche and the list goes on! I heard about this place so of course I went in. It's hard to pick as each item looks better than the last. Sticking with the basics though, croissant, almond filled croissant and a hazelnut roll. Oh my gosh. The almond filling was amazing. Like a marzipan but lighter and more almond flavor. Generously filled into a sliced croissant. The hazelnut roll;similiar to a cinnamon roll but an elevated taste with real hazelnut paste. Basically everything in that bakery is top drawer as they are using pure ingredients. Definitely stop in and try anything. No disappointments only regrets that you eat more!

Fresh is best and Paillard does this so right! We were checking out of our hotel and looking for a…read morequick breakfast to grab before heading to the airport. The place is huge when you walk in, lots of places to sit and enjoy you baked good. We got coffees to go and two cheese croissants and a toasted smoked salmon bagel. The cheese croissants were fresh, fluffy, buttery and layered. They just do pastries better in QC than home (Vancouver). The cheese was nicely distributed through the croissant too. My salmon bagel was also a star! So fresh, good toppings and great crunch. The bagel was chewy and delicious too. Service was fast and we enjoyed everything we had!

Great restaurant and service. My favorite was the beef cheek pot au feu purée…read more Also, I ended up tasting the best vodka I've ever had at the recommendation of our server. I left QC with two bottles. Company is Menaud.

Stopped by for croissant and coffee. Chocolate croissant was good as well as the iced coffee. They…read moredo have sandwiches and whole cakes on display too as well as local beer and wines.

Stunning interior design and pastries, I just wish the flavor held up the looks! I switched it up…read morefrom my usual choices and chose a strawberry sumac meringue pastry, as I had something similar in Montreal. Unfortunately the sumac was stale and lacked its punch, while the interior stewed strawberries tasted bland and out of season. Better luck next time I guess. Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating - limited street parking nearby

So good! They have a small yet varied selection of pastries. Everything we ordered was tasty and…read morenot too sweet. They do lean towards being desserts- not sure if this would be a daily breakfast kind of spot. The interior is decorated in a welcoming way but they don't have too much seating. They get quite crowded on a weekend but lines do move quickly.

This was my first trip to Quebec city in many years, so I asked a friend to recommend a pâtisserie…read moreshe loved. Le Croquembouche had what I was looking for. The eclairs and Paris-Brest are so delicious. The crisp choux and creamy fillings were just perfect. The quiche was rich but not heavy. I was mostly there for sweet treats to bring home, so I can't speak to the Vienniosserie or breads, but everything I got was delicious and so, so pretty!

Omg! I think it has to be one of the best cafes I have ever been to. Everything is made with so…read moremuch love and care. Perfect morning cafe. Super clean and lovely staff. French was challenging for me but they were very nice. I loved everything we ordered but grapefruit tea was my favorite plus I can go back for all of their pastries.

I with a tour at old Quebec. I was hungry and I wanted something quick. The smell came out into…read morethe street so I went in and looked at their sandwiches. I ordered the Gyro which I found to be very good. Since I did not speak French Canadian the gentleman behind the counter was extremely helpful, thank you. One thing I bought was a small creme brûlée for my cousin Anna P. She loved it. Just a really great place

One of my favorite dining experiences of all time! Wonderful food and wine pairing in a lovely,…read morehistoric 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!!!

When we booked our trip to Quebec trip, we made sure to make reservations at Champlain restaurant…read moreimmediately. 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!

La Maison Smith at 23 Rue Notre-Dame in the heart of Old Quebec City is pure magic. I'm still…read morethinking about it weeks later. Picture this: soft snow falling on the cobblestone streets of Petit-Champlain, fairy lights glowing, and the warm light spilling out of this beautiful little café. I ducked in both mornings of my short trip and could have happily stayed all day. The interior is perfect Québécois charm: exposed stone walls, wooden beams, cozy lighting, and that unbeatable smell of fresh baking. First morning I ordered the pistachio latte and the quiche Florentine. I would legitimately sell my firstborn for that pistachio latte: silky, perfectly balanced, with a rich, natural pistachio flavor that no syrup could ever match. One sip and I was ruined for life. The quiche was flawless: buttery, flaky crust, creamy spinach-and-cheese filling, baked to golden perfection. Absolute breakfast heaven. I braved a full-on snowglobe blizzard the next morning just to come back. This time I paired the same life-changing pistachio latte with the almond croissant. I'd hand over my other kid for daily access to these croissants (kidding... mostly). Impossibly crisp and flaky outside, cloud-soft inside, generously stuffed with fragrant almond paste, topped with toasted almonds and powdered sugar. I ate it slowly by the window while the snow piled up on Rue Notre-Dame and honestly felt like the luckiest person alive. The baristas were friendly, the vibe warm and unhurried, and everything was flawless. If you're in Quebec City, make La Maison Smith non-negotiable (and budget time to visit at least twice). Five stars isn't enough. This place is winter-morning perfection.

My friend and I were on the hunt for coffee and pastries this morning when we stumbled upon Café La…read moreMaison Smith. We both ordered lattes and almond pastries--hands down the best coffee and pastry of the trip! The atmosphere was lovely, too. From our little stools at the bar, we could sip our lattes while people-watching in the square outside. See you tomorrow and the next day too, Café La Maison Smith!

I am more than happy to write the first review of this patisserie...I'm honored. We noticed it on…read morethe way into town, but didn't make special note of it from the outside since it was a basic storefront and there are so many patisseries around. As we walked down Rue St. Jean the next day, we were looking for some lunch. After checking out a few places, we walked by Simon Patisserie and decided to check it out. It really is a throwback...and feels like a old bakery I used to walk in with my grandfather 40 years ago as a little kid in Philadelphia. So, it immediately evoked wonderful memories. That said, the goods still have to stand up to the test...and they did. This place was not only a patisserie, but had varied hot items for lunch that they make on-site. We had beef stroganoff, potato/onion pastry puff, chicken & Mac, eclair, pastry with cream and raspberry filling, almond filled pastry, pasta and veggies. ALL of them were a 5! In fact, to demonstrate how good they were...on our way out of town the next day we stopped here to get some baked goods to bring back for family...two days later. We kept them "on ice" and out of the heat for two days, even bringing them with us out of the car so they wouldn't spoil. Of course, they would never be as good as freshly made, but they made it back to the delight of everyone! If you go, say hello to Joanne and Joanne (yes, two of them named that) and say hello for us. :-)

This is not a French bakery, it's a poor excuse of a so called French bakery. The French bread is…read morealike a hot dog dough bun . The almond danish dough was not cooked . Avoid this place at all cost Le pain français est pas du pain français c'est du pain de hot dog aller à une autre place ce n'est pas bon !

If you are in Quebec Basse Ville in Petit Champlain, it is worth a visit to Confiserie Madame GIGI…read more The sweets display is eye catching and certainly worth a picture or two. Better still, if you have a sweet tooth, you will not be disappointed. I definitely was not. I tried the black chocolate fudge on a stick and having consumed it while strolling on this busy street, I had to come back for 2 reasons. One: the price is quite affordable and two: the taste is somewhat unique that I then tried the nutty nougat. The size is big enough that I can share. I had every good reason to return back. So good. Perhaps, a tad too sweet. There are even some tables and chairs to sip and relax with a good coffee. Service is pleasant and fast. Great atmosphere and worth a visit.

The menu was a little bit confusing not gonna lie. However, staff were very nice and they explained…read moreeverything. The food is as simple as it gets but it fills you up just right. The café is pretty small so come in just a pair lol otherwise I enjoyed it really much.

Hands down one of the best breakfast spot in the city. As a traveler it seemed to be a very popular…read moreand busy restaurant, and we were fortunate enough to walk in and get seated. I must note there is also a large bar in the instance you want fast service. The beverage menu is extensive and has a drink for everyone. From cocktails, mocktails, wine/beer, smoothies, coffee, tea, etc. I would be remiss if I didn't talk about the Moka KitKat. It had arrived the exactly as the photo in the menu and was absolutely delightful. The dishes were large, and full of flavor. Our server was attentive and welcoming! Overall a great experience and a must go if you are traveling around the city!

We had high expectations from the many reviews. Perhaps it was what we ordered, but the beef burger…read moreand hot chicken were not what we expected. Dry and not spicy, the overall experience was a bit overwhelming. Even with the kids menu options, I thought it was generally overpriced for the quality of the food. We should've expected that much for a chain.