I stayed here at the monastery so breakfast was included, and then I paid for my dinner for one…read morenight. It was definitely expensive, but the food was so good. It is a buffet style so you can eat as much as you want. The servers are so nice. It was not busy at all and was so calming. They also have a tea and coffee bar in the morning, and hot water for tea in the evening. I wish I could eat here every day! The food is local, fresh, and so healthy. A dream for a dietitian like me! I love how they decorated for Christmas too.

This is a neat place - former monastery turned health retreat. The modern building envelops the…read moreolder church's structure and creates a nice atmosphere. The restaurant has a wall of windows that overlook a partial green space but also a parking lot. This is a buffet with a nice selection of salads & a few desserts - this salad bar is the highlight. The hot entrees were sliced pork loin (which was dry) and a fish & dill potato stew (which was nice). There is also a vegetarian hot main - a carrot/potato mash patty (interesting), wild rice with cranberries (very good) and mixed veg. Drink prices are good and I asked for a house red that was very nice. It's a unique experience and we were amused by the fact that everyone was more quiet than in a usual restaurant - the idea of being in a monastery (even a former one) stayed in people's minds. NB - breakfast is taken in silence, as an ode to the previous inhabitants. The food is a 3-4, and the service & unique nature of it brings it to a 4.

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!

Tucked into the charm of Old Quebec, Chez Temporel delivers a cozy café atmosphere paired with…read moresurprisingly elevated flavors. The pear martini with gin was bright and elegant, lightly sweet with a clean botanical finish that felt refined rather than sugary. The MSG with mezcal cocktail brought a smoky, adventurous character with depth and balance that made it stand out. The chili con carne was pure comfort. Rich, slow-cooked flavor, hearty without being heavy, and perfectly complemented by fresh greens and crisp bread. What truly elevated the experience was the amazing service from our waitress. Warm, attentive and effortlessly welcoming, she made the entire meal feel relaxed and personal, the kind of hospitality that turns a good dinner into a memorable one. A charming local spot with thoughtful drinks, satisfying food and genuinely exceptional service

Great French Bistro experience off Rue St. Jean…read more Food, service, & ambiance was great, the owner Louis is a great photographer as well. LOL. Started with a few favorites from the fabulous waitress who took great care to go over the menu with my group before we ordered. The French Onion and Creamy Tomato were both excellent. In particular, the French Onion might be the best iteration I've ever had. The crusted cheesy, bready top held up well to savory broth and caramelized onions. The Buvette, Tartare, and Escargot were all also very delicious. The Buvette was tender and beefy on top of a bed of cream of corn, roasted corn and tomato caramel for a slight sweetness. The Tartare was a classic rendition, beefy and mustardy, and one of the few times I've had tartare that was filling. After our meal I was snapping a photo of the restaurant and the owner Louis saw me and took a few photos for me. He's an excellent photographer as well!

We found Le Don on Yelp. Nice interesting decor…read more Le Don has an inexpensive lunch special. We also ordered the signature dumplings : delicious with pleasant ginger notes. The broccoli soup was excellent. Same for the house salad with crispy chickpeas. We enjoyed the Impossible burger and the mushroom risotto: the mushroom risotto is one if the best risottos we've had the privilege to enjoy. The meal was capped with a delicious blueberry crumble and vegan soy latte. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

Visited from Michigan and saw this listed somewhere so I had it on my list to have dinner here…read more After I ordered the burrito bowl/salad I heard one of the servers recommend the risotto or bibimbap, which I had considered. They sounded really good so I would recommend trying those first- especially great for cold winter nights! I loved the decor and greenery wall- very cool vibe!

What' a fun and unique eating experience in the heart of Old Quebec City. Th decor and ambience was…read moretrue Quebec and that's it charm. The service was both English and French and they offered to take our parkas away. That's a nice considering how bulky these jackets are in the winter. While the food was a little slow I thoroughly enjoyed sampling some traditional Quebec flavours. It reminded me of my childhood. Be warned though.... This is a super popular place. If you don't have a reservation plan on waiting at least 20 minutes.

Step into Canadiana! This spot is perfect for a big group brunch, Quebec style! The minute you walk…read morein your see Bonhomme and a bunch of plaid. I booked resos for six of us here on vacation as I heard this spot fills up quickly. We sat at one of their picnic benches in the center room. The decor is awesome, it's filled with ski hill imagery, toboggans, sugar shack stuff, and animals you'd catch in a Canadian forest. I ordered the breakfast of eggs, sausage, toast and hashbrowns with a side yogurt. The breakfasts are HUGE so you can easily share with someone else if you're not in the mood to eat a full one yourself. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the toast buttered and fluffy, the hashbrowns were cooked well and seasoned well which is such a bonus as I find sometimes hashbrowns are lacking a lot. The side yogurt was surprisingly the highlight for me! It came with maple syrup, fruit and granola. I absolutely devoured it! The service was great here too, and they came by with drip coffee top up! They know their audience. I would 100% go back here!

Nothing fancy here... just downright authentic Northern African flavors in a tourist part of town…read more Think "gyro" but fully wrapped in a role with yummy chicken, lamb, or other selections. The potatoes and wonderfully crisp... the slaw is unique in terms of how they are lightly pickled. Beats the so-so poutine fast food joint in the corner. Order at the counter and more or less seat yourself.

Food was v good Would have been better if the waitstaff…read morewasn't totally confused and unorganized Didnt know what they had or didn't, menu doesn't make sense Food brought at diff times

After a day of skiing we made our way back to our hotel & came for dinner on a Sunday evening. The…read morestaff was friendly & very efficient, and they were mostly full (we did make a reservation). We had a Genovese salad & a 12 in Bolognese pizza to share & both were amazing! To finish we splurged on a tiramisu (petite in size) but perfect, along with 2 cappuccinos, again all so good! This was a cute & clean restaurant with low noise & easy to enjoy conversation! Highly recommend!

I ordered the Mediterranean salad, on their menu they have little incons to represent " vegetarian…read more" and " contains nuts" they DID NOT put the contains nut icon, nor write it was made with pesto dressing containing pine nuts. Pesto is not a standard or commonly expected dressing for a Mediterranean salad, and there was no indication on the menu that tree nuts were included. After eating the salad, I experienced a severe allergic reaction that required an ambulance ride to the hospital. While this was happening, we were still asked to pay the bill, and the meal was not comped despite the seriousness of the situation. I understand restaurants cannot account for every allergy if they are not informed ahead of time, but menus should accurately disclose ingredients, especially major allergens like tree nuts when they are used in unexpected ways. I also reached out privately afterward hoping for some acknowledgment or support and never received a response. I hope this review encourages better ingredient transparency and more compassion in emergency situations moving forward.

We stopped in at 3pm for a bite and was pleasantly greeted by staff that spoke French, English and…read moreSpanish. A friendly polyglot. The service was outstanding and she was very patient with us. The place was cozy and very comfortable. Great for people watching while we sat at the window. We shared the Quebec burger that comes with the 1608 cheese and side of fries. They have a variety of dipping sauces and we chose the maple and rosemary mayo (delish) and ketchup. The burger was AMAZING! Absolutely dribbling with juice when we cut into it. There was a smear of maple jam under the patty that gave it a hint of sweetness that paired well with the salty cheese. The bun soaked up the juices nicely and wasn't too heavy. I would definitely come back for the burger!

I was not really looking forward to eating in this restaurant but it was chosen because of a…read morefriend's dietary restrictions. I was so pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. One of the best hamburgers I have ever had. I got The Quebec, a beef burger with bacon jam. So, so good. The fries were good also and they have a choice of different flavors of mayonnaise. I recommend it highly.

The Le Chic Shack has the most out of this world authentic poutine! The potatoes were crispy under…read morea heavenly smooth sauce with beef, pickled onion and of course cheese curds galore! This was truly authentic, made from fresh potatoes, cheese curds and slow cooked shredded seasoned beef on top. The portion size they serve is generous. They have small and large bowl sizes with plenty of other poutine choice varieties. I also had a simple traditional burger which was delicious and a nice compliment with the poutine. The bun was super fluffy and the special sauce complimented the meat nicely. Service was very friendly and good came to the table quickly.

Le Chic Shack serves poutine, burgers, drinks, etc., a pretty comprehensive snacks/quick bite…read morejoint. It has a great view of the Chateau Frontenac and you can enjoy people watching from the bar seating. Service was super fast and the staff was great. They have tables and bar seating, lots of space for a several large groups. The food was hot and had a decent variety. Their drinks and great though, never seen a mango soda before... it was awesome! We had (as a snack from walking around): - Mango Soda: highly recommended, mango puree - Le Classique: poutine on cubed potatoes Great place to take a break in the area. Will have to try try signature fries, breakfast/brunch options, and other house sodas in future.

Americans familiar with the make-your-own-bowl dining situation will know how this place works…read more This is a fast food restaurant that I first spotted at the Quebec City mall food court. The passing trays looked amazing but we couldn't find seating to save our lives so we struck out to look for another location nearby. You start with a base: quinoa, rice, bulgur, fries (poutine), or lettuce. You choose a number of chicken tenders in one or two flavors, then choose from a variety of toppings. The staff here *understandably* is not great in English, which can of course change depending on where you go and when you come. This was one of our first stops before my high school/college French instruction "clicked on" again, so ordering was mildly stressful for our family. It would have been nice if there were some pre-designed bowl recipes to select from (like Cava, for example). For those of you willing to play the language barrier game, the sky is the limit in terms of how you can personalize your bowl. Like every Quebecois dining establishment, this fast food chain is head and shoulders above any American equivalent. Even their poutine (which can be messed up, I assure you) was among the top poutines I've eaten. This is a great place to grab a quick meal, as light or heavy as you require.

It is a rice bowl but from Canada. It offers tasty flame-grilled chicken bowls that are prepared to…read moreyour liking (like Subway or Chipotle's) They are brimming with ingredients like Canadian halal chicken fillets, lettuce, tomatoes, and more (Same as Subway), you can choose out of 16 garnishing, 4 bases, and 6 sauces. Make your bowl interesting. They offer a variety of grilled chicken with sauces. I ordered- 2 Rouge Bowls with my choice. Though the chicken pieces were small, it was flavorful, and one bowl was more than enough for me. The ambiance was good, big wall size glass, ordered at the counter got the food, and had fun!