Hidden away subtly next to the well regarded L'Orygine restaurant is a place that takes things into…read morea unique direction: using all Canadian ingredients to prepare finest cocktails and food. That means, no basic ingredients like citrus are used. That's basically telling the bartender they cannot make 99% of cocktails in mind and have to take risks to make something tasty happen. That concept in itself is a recipe to create things that will be genuinely and authentically Canadian. In other words, experimentation at its finest. Opened in 2024 by the team behind Quebec City's only 2 Michelin starred restaurant, Taniere, this is now the spot to be for those in the know. So, how is trial and error going of crafting something genuinely Canadian? Cocktails are superb on both taste and presentation. The food is remarkably plated with extremely high quality ingredients. Everything tastes excellent. If that's not enough, the entire interior looks like a very private club and the team of servers and bartenders is superb and welcoming.

A speakeasy, with an outdoor deck?! Came here to rest my feet for an early dinner and drink…read more Unfortunately they were out of the drink that most caught my eye so I ordered the Vieux Carre, which was a spirit forward drink similar to a less sweet old fashioned. I also hadn't had a charcuterie board this trip yet, so splurged on one here. It came with three types of cheese, three types of meats, two types of pickled onions, traditional cucumber pickles, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, an onion puree, a mustard puree, and bread. First off, I appreciated they actually provided the appropriate bread-to-other ratio. I feel like normally you run out of bread while eating a board but I actually had bread leftover with this meal! The cheese and meat were good of course, but I want to make a special call out to the onion puree, which was like condensed French onion soup, and the cucumber pickles, which were some of the best pickles I've had because they tasted so fresh, like they had just been brined. All of this on a deck looking out towards the river. Stop by here after late afternoon cruise with Croisieres ML across the road to continue enjoying the river view! Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating - limited street parking nearby - several complex mocktail options available. I wanted to try one so bad but I was too full for more!

A great old school bar. They have live jazz and friendly staff. The ambiance is excellent and even…read morethou its in a highly tourist area the crowd is mostly locals. Stop by for great jazz and good drinks!

So glad we stumbled on this place! Super eclectic and full of history. An absolute must when in Old…read moreQuebec. Keep a seat warm for me, I'll be back!!!

Great ambience, tasty food and wonderful drink menu! It's a busy spot. Be sure to book ahead.read more

We had a reservation and sat at the bar on Saturday night. All the bartenders were very friendly…read moreand attentive. The vibe is very upbeat and cocktail bar. We ordered the tuna tartare... The french fries were great. We also had the truffle mac & cheese, which was pretty good. I ordered a Caesar salad without chicken and they messed up the order and didn't put any dressing on it but did put chicken on it. But they offered to remove it from the check so no problems!

Love the food. Love the server. Love the ambience. Great time. Will definitely go back.read more

There was an unexpected blizzard on a Wed night in Early April after we left the spa. With hail and…read moresnow hitting my face, my mission was to find a place for my family to eat when almost every place is either closed or full. One lady in lower town took special delight in telling me "sorry, we're all full tonight", while I stood there with numb fingers and a raw red face where hail hit my face moments before. I passed Alphonse many times the last few days but tonight, instead of just passing through, i stopped in to look inside as another customer held open the door waiting for me to enter as he exited. So naturally, I went in. I was afraid they were about to close, but the hostess was welcoming and with a warm smile, showed us to our seats. The food was so good! We ordered the French Onion soup. My kids loved that the bread in the soup was still crunchy and not soggy. The baked Brie was a delicious start of what is to come next. My entree was the low temperature salmon. It was the chef's special (they call it inspiration of the chef). It was a salmon dish that is lukewarm. The salmon was so tender, it melted like butter in my mouth. It was a decent portion too. We got dessert to share- crème brûlée- also good! Ambience is smart casual.

After taking the ferry to Levis and back to look at the lights of Quebec City my group of 6 were…read morelooking for somewhere to eat in Lower Quebec City. We decided on Alphonse because it was basically only one of a few restaurants that were still open. We sat outside on a balmy September night and watched the people go by. Melanie was our server and at first she seemed a little off-putting but she was awesome. Friendly and wasn't put off by the dad jokes the men in our party made. We got a range of dishes from pasta to nachos. I got the ham croquettes and they were delicious. The prices were reasonable, the service great and the setting was delightful.

has a beautiful, upscale ambiance that really sets the mood. The space feels elegant and intimate…read more It was perfect for a night out . We only stopped in for cocktails. The presentation was lovely and very aesthetic, though the drinks themselves were just okay. Not bad, but nothing particularly memorable flavor-wise.service was very prompt. Overall, it's a great spot for the atmosphere alone, especially if you're looking for something refined and stylish. I'd come back to try more of the menu.

We came here on a Friday afternoon and had to wait maybe five minutes for a table. The drink list…read moreis very unique and interesting... I like how they have the cocktail backstory and describe the flavors. The reason for three stars is really the service... Our server took forever to come take our order, then came back 7-8 minutes later and asked us what we ordered, which means it didn't even go into the system yet. Then we see others who arrived after us who were given waters, and bar snacks of chips and mixed snacks... We had to ask for those, and he only brought the mixed snacks, not chips. We ordered the hummus, but he never brought it, and by that time we were over it so we didn't bring it up.

Words cannot describe the warmth and comfort of visiting this restaurant on a cold winter day,…read morecuddled up next to their fireplace drinking some of the best hot chocolate you've ever had. Nothing will come close to comparing! We heard good things about the hot chocolate here and wanted to check it out for ourselves after being out in the cold all day. We chose the spiced hot chocolate, as recommended by our server. It was absolutely delicious-- rich, flavorful, creamy, and everything that a hot chocolate should be. Although the price was a bit steep, we had enough for 4 small cups and it came with two scones and whipped cream on the side. We also got two "biscuits", which we thought were going to literal biscuits, but ended up being small pastries which were both tasty! We were lucky enough to snag the seats right next to the fireplace which ended up being the perfect way to spend an hour hanging out. We ended up coming back for a light dinner the same day and also really enjoyed our time. There was a live pianist performing which really elevated the dining experience. We started things off with some oysters, which honestly were some of the best I've had in a very long time. The dipping sauce was a bit strange and untraditional for me, but it was perfect with just a bit of lemon juice. We also got a burger to share, and when they accidentally brought out a side salad instead of the fries we requested, they let us keep the salad and brought a huge entire order of truffle fries for us (!!!) Canadians really have some of the best fries too because these were perfectly crispy and honestly didn't even need dipping sauce. The burger also didn't disappoint and was savory goodness. I wish we tried this place sooner! Would highly recommend, even if you're not staying at the hotel itself.

Awesome adult bar with great food. Our server was…read moreattentive. Very nice atmosphere.

Loved this bar. Great beer and cider on tap, friendly bartender, and super chill vibe with open…read moreoutdoor space.

Great place to get yourself a midday beer or wine. I really liked the thoughtful beer selection…read moreand their wine selection was also very good. Plenty of seating in the back but also a few comfy tables looking out towards the street makes for a perfect midday drinking spot. Would return.

Superb breakfast experience. Service was outstanding. We were even offered drinks in the lobby…read moreduring our wait for a table. Ambiance was, quaint, lively, and friendly.

I dined at La Buchette during the last week of December and am finally sharing my two cents about…read morethe experience. The service was great and the atmosphere felt warm and cozy. I was really looking forward to a cheesy onion soup moment, but it wasn't what I expected. The bread and cheese were served on the side, so you don't get that dramatic cheesy pull you're hoping for. The presentation was beautiful, but overall the flavors were just okay for me, it didn't leave a strong impression. I personally felt the seasoning leaned a bit on the bland side, but maybe that's just me having a saltier palate. One thing I would like to note is that their menu changes seasonally, so don't rely too heavily on older reviews because dishes might not be available anymore.

There's so much to say about this place! We had an exceptionally experience with the nicest and…read moremost attentive waitress. The pizza was top notch with great flavor profiles and delicious crust that kept you coming back for more. The salscicca was phenomenal and the fungi was a close second. Don't make a mistake and miss this when visiting!

Wow! This pizza is truly an art. I went to 1 of 2 locations while in Quebec City after happening…read moreupon it and then seeing pictures. I'm a harsh pizza critic and I love Neapolitan, so I wasn't expecting to be as blown away as I was. The Margherita++ was AMAZING! It came with creamy buffalo mozzarella, basil, and a good amount of tomato sauce. The middle crust was thin and stayed crisp without getting soggy until the last bite and the outer crust was perfectly chewy, thick, and flavorful! If I was in town longer I'd be interested in trying their white pizza w/lemon zest, salads, and dessert sounded good too! I'm really impressed!