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.

Apparently I stopped here for coffee but I have almost no recollection of it. Since it was probably…read morefirst thing in the morning, I'll let that go. Looking at the other pics and reviews I'll go along with the fabulousness of it all in one of my fav places in Québec, Lévis! Cuz ya can't have enough accents on letters coming from reading English where we have.... NONE!! - It's just not fair. This place looks like what Starbucks modeled themselves after, and just kinda succeeded but this would be the prototype and like plenty of other things, the original is the best! Look at those actual homemade looking sandwiches, omg so good and the coffee bar is something to behold. Deep dish pizza is one thing to stop for at Lévis, and Café Bonté Divine is another, let's hear a cheer for gorgeous French coffee shops in Québec! Highly recommended!

Cute shop with a cozy & homey vibe. Delicious drinks and pastries. Tried the matcha latte,…read moreraspberry lemonade made with real raspberries, iced chai latte, and red velvet cupcake. All were tasty! Highly recommend

Darn you Canada! Darn you and your insane good ability to have foods made better than in the Yay…read moreArea! Ha ha ha! You'll know why I'll type this in a bit. Cochon Dingue, The Crazy Pig in French, is a chain of Quebec Provence French restaurants that according to their site combines bistro refinement with the feel of a local laid back atmosphere. It just so happens that I'm typing a review for the original location on Quebec City's Champlain and Traversiers intersection. Of course, you'll see both English and French on the menus, and I felt bad that my French is horrible as I visited Quebec City and Montreal, but remember. San Jose and the Bay Area as a whole are Spanish speaking areas given its history, not French, and while I'm at it, Tagalog and Spanish are way more similar than Tagalog and French. It is nice that the Toronto cousin driving us around can still speak it to a point though. Before I forget, do realize that though there are two entryways, only one of them is really walkable, as the other's closed off. As I insert the old "Yes guys, the ladies are cute" and "Yes ladies, the guys are cute" statements pair, I notice how the place has that simple old school French charm, and I get that hospitality that will always stick with me. I wish I can remember what drink I had as it is pretty, but I do remember ordering a Quebec City pork sandwich (I need to coordinate after all as Mr. John Witherspoon would have wanted) and a pavlova dessert along with the group ordering a deluxe poutine. Oh, remember the "Darn you and your insane good ability to have foods made better than in the Yay Area!" statement I typed up, the second statement of this review? This is in regards of the pavlova. So, the first time I had a pavlova was at an Oakland/Berkeley Japanese restaurant called Iyasare (which I actually reviewed). I told our server that I had a pavlova in/near Oakland, and she asked me to see if theirs is better. Normally, I don't like nuts of some sort with berries in desserts, but this place made me actually like the format because a pavolva isn't so much of a guilt dessert, and with this in mind, I developed now the fondness of nuts with fruits with low guilt/guilt free desserts. I still don't like nuts with fruits in desserts, but that now only applies to guilty desserts. Our server went back to our table and asked if she and everyone else at Cochon made a better pavlova than the one at Iyasare. Seeing that I couldn't lie because Canada, I told her yes, which had her giddy. Go be giddy young lady! Yay Canada getting another food victory! The flaw. Seeing that "They made a better pavlova than my fellow Yay Area residents!" isn't a legit flaw, though my one visit was and is memorable, the one flaw the various locations have in general if I should even call it one is that they add Swiss cheese to their Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. I get that it's to have a healthy cheese, and French is spoken in Switzerland, but adding Swiss to the sandwich is a Philadelphia no-no. Cochon Dingue is quite a fabulous place. If it weren't for the perfect score Toronto places I reviewed, Fran's and Makilala (as Tsujiri is shown all over Canada, which is why I didn't type it up), this would have been my favorite Canadian restaurant. To Canadian residents not in Toronto, I'm sorry that none of your beloved restaurants will ever be my top Canadian spot, but remember. Toronto has the most Filipinos of all of your cities, and of course, I'll have that attachment like they do. At least you can hang your hat on how you have a place that makes a better pavlova than my fellow Bay Area residents! So, for people not from Canada, go check the place out, as it's that good! +/Cochon Dingue is cleverly divine for having some of the best hospitality I experienced, the simple old French charm and really good food. -/"You can't put Swiss cheese in Philly's classic sandwich, everyone!"

Stopped here for lunch during our tour with about 50 minutes to eat before catching our St…read more Lawrence River cruise. After a long morning, I was starving and needed something substantial. I ordered the half rack of ribs, which was a mixed bag. The flavor was good, but several ribs were so burnt they were completely inedible--straight to the discard pile. They came with a well-dressed Caesar salad featuring seasoned croutons and delicious shaved bacon, plus sliced fried potatoes that were crispy and not greasy in the least. The thick layer of BBQ sauce wasn't quite my style--I'm a dry rub girl--but I was too hungry to care much. No photos because I devoured everything. My dining companion had a chicken sandwich she raved about. She ordered a Nordic spritz while I indulged in some Quebec cider. Honestly, I expected more pork options given the restaurant's name, but they fed us quickly and efficiently, which was exactly what we needed. No real complaints except for those burnt ribs. The interior has eclectic, cool-looking decor that's worth checking out. Our waitress provided quick and efficient service as well.

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.

Probably one of the best brunches, my sister and I've ever had! Our server was great, friendly and…read moreon top of everything. I asked her if I should get the big platter that they had there and she said yes! it was really good , look at the pictures, oh my God I could not get through all of it. It was just the best cheese omelette. The meats were good. The French toast with caramel sauce and berries was fantastic. I don't know what else to say and then there was a potato fried thing oh my God.

Very good--but don't make the same "mistake" I did…read more I loved the rustic decor. Antlers and taxidermy abound, including a full-sized bear keeping a watchful eye on us while we ate. It's a fun, memorable setting for breakfast. The service was friendly and prompt, and all six of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. My only "mistake" was getting a little too ambitious with my order. My cassoulet was quite good, but I found myself looking enviously at everyone who had kept things simple: two eggs with potatoes, toast, and their choice of meat. Their plates were generous, with plenty of meat, and the individual flavors had a chance to shine. With my cassoulet, the spicy sauce tended to dominate everything else. It was tasty, but by the end of breakfast I was wishing I'd ordered what everyone else had. The next time I'm in Lower Old Quebec, I'll make a point of coming back for breakfast. But next time, I'm sticking to the basics.

I was looking for a good poutine meal today and this location satisfied my tastebuds…read more The service was also good and the ambiance was casual. Plus it's close to the passenger ferry service.

Le Corsaire was OK. Our server was super friendly, definitely a strength of the places the…read moreemployees. The food was OK. The drinks were good. The vibe is just OK. I would go back, but it will never be my favorite place.

This is the second ES I've been to in Lévis. This one is in…read morea shiny new development near the Galaries Chagnon mall. It's quite large and spacious wrapping around the whole end of the building with parking in the back. The breakfast here is amazing. Choose from the classics. They all come with, and I counted 11 different fruits and berries. That's just something overlooked by the fast food joints because they cost money and time but definitely worth it for both the visual appeal and flavour bursts. Breakfast sandwich good enough you say? No! As usual the large latte was indeed huge, and as always rich and creamy delicious served in a massive ceramic mug. Friendly service at the counter and I always get a kick to see them gush when I try to say some French words off the menu. The Bene was amazing. Worth seeking out when in the area for a croissant or one of their breakfasts.

Vibrant neighborhood bakery cafe! This review is based on…read moremy recent visits on weekday mornings. ++. Ambiance is open, floor to high ceiling windows on 3 sides, neutral Scandinavian decor bustling with both travelers, remote workers and neighbors. They do have time duration limits for visits. ++. Food is pastries, coffees and limited breakfast. I tried their classic bacon platter, cap with soy milk, latte with soy milk and goat cheese and beet panini. They bake croissants every morning but not the other pastries. The cap was decent. The 3 strips of bacon were super thin and fatty. The single egg however was over easy when I ordered over hard. Not sure if it was a language thing as my French is challenged or just undercooked. The toasts were Texas BiG and toasted dry as ordered. Fruits were fresh. They included a ground cherry which was a first for me. All in all, decent enough to finish. The goat cheese and beet panini was delicious and as was the latte. ++. Service was friendly and accommodating with English. ++. Price is reasonable. +. Parking is plenty in a private lot. Overall, it's not a destination for pastries for me but their breakfast and panini were quite decent! For around here, it's the best option for relatively healthy and fresh choices. They DO make very drinkable coffees that I would return on future visits! MY RATINGS -- - Inhumane - - Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!

Good French Onion Soup. Good Burgers. Great service. It can be a little pricey. It wasa little…read moreloud in there at times. The voices echo quite a bit.

Tartare is wonderful , so is the French onion soup . I did not expect an Unisex Bathroom experience…read morethough. It's Understandable that located on a busy tourist street .

Walking in to L'Orygine I knew we were in for a treat. The decor is simple, elegant, and calming…read more I've had a few extraordinary gastronomic experiences in my life and this was one of them. I am so sorry I didn't take pics of the food because the plating were works of art. The combination of flavors were beyond my comprehension. To be clear, we ordered the **vegan** versions of the offerings and they blew us away. I would make a trip back to QC **just** to eat here again. To top it off, the regional wine we had was amazing. A local Chardonnay that was full, oaky, and smooth. I only wish I could bring some home. If you are a foodie, vegan or not, and looking for a sublime dining **experience**, look no further.

We splurged on the six course tasting menu and some wine and it was exceptional. We opted for the…read morevegan option and the plates were incredible and varied. I am still thinking about the seitan sausage with gnocchi and sweet potato puree! I like that they don't over rely on cashew or other nut proteins as a substitute because I try to avoid tree nuts. The dairy substitutes were mostly soy based. Everything was excellent and colorful and unique. We truly enjoyed this dining experience.

Walked in in a whim in the morning. Very Friendly, Very Clean, and Annie Was Great!! Lulu was a…read moreHoot!! Food Looked and Tasted Good. Come in and check them out!

This was easily my favorite breakfast in Quebec. I loved the warm, farmhouse-style decor, the…read morecoffee was excellent, and the crêpes with bacon and--of course--maple syrup were absolutely delicious. Everything was simple, cozy, and incredibly satisfying. The next time I'm in the area, I'll definitely be back--and I'll be ordering exactly the same thing. And don't get confused by the name. There's nothing "buffet" about this place. It's all prompt and friendly at-your-table service.