10 out of 10 would recommend this place to anyone. The food and drinks are excellent and the…read moreservice was great.

We found this place by luck and it was one of the most fun times my wife and I have had in a long…read moretime. It's a beautiful, L-haped space that's built into natural rock on one side and an elevated ceiling on the other. We saw an up-and-coming DJ that was nothing short of epic. The vibe was good. The drinks are good and affordable. It was like 2:00 in the morning and we could still order fancy olives and wings and popcorn and cool stuff like that. Highly recommend checking it out, especially if you like DJ music.

JJacques is truly the epitome of a "Roaring 20's" Speakeasy!…read moreWhat's a Speakeasy: Speakeasies became prominent in the United States during the Prohibition era (1920-1933). The term comes from the practice of patrons needing to "speak easy" (whisper or talk quietly) when ordering or discussing the hidden venues. And, JJacques here in Quebec City was so hidden, our Uber driver, drove past it three times and still couldn't find it! But, enough of the history. Once inside, this restaurant is teeming with people enjoying the best seafood in Canada. Their bar is making some very impressive concoctions that had me and my wife in awe. But all of this blustering is a mere side effect to what was coming for dinner: * Roasted Carrots Green Pea Purée | Almonds Parmesan Crisp | Mint * Halibut Crudo Citrus Sauce Vierge | Olives | Dill Shallots | Candied Camelina Seeds Vodka Infused Olive Oil * Lobster Risotto | Louis d'Or | Shellfish oil Lemon gel | Persillade * Shrimp Cocktail (some of the best shrimp - ever) * 12 Oysters Mignonette, lemon & hot sauce Our wines were paired perfectly with our dinner / Our wait staff was exceptional / the ambiance had this perfect "Speak Easy" vibe that was refreshing and fun. Was it expensive - Yes? Was it worth the expense - Absolutely!

I came across JJacques while looking at the Canada's 100 Best Bars list and spotted it at number…read more11. Apparently, their cocktails were not the only thing that shined, as their food was also supposed to be so great that the place was a late-night chef hangout. I was wandering around Old Quebec while multitasking to find a dinner destination on my phone. I spotted a bar stool available for reservation at JJacques and spontaneously grabbed it and ran to hail a cab to the Saint Roch neighborhood. Thankfully, I had researched ahead of time to learn that the place was not the easiest to find. My cab pulled up in front of the non-descript metal door in an alleyway, and the driver had his doubts that it was actually the restaurant, but I assured him that I just had to ring the doorbell to enter. I exited the vehicle and pressed the Ring, which triggered a warm greeting from a man inside. He led me through two thick sets of curtains and into their stunning bar area. There was a very lengthy dining counter and bar with velvet stools and views of the open prep area, as well as a few large u-shaped booths. Just beyond that I caught a peak of their dining room that looked cool as well. The place was really just a vibe! The atmosphere made you feel like you were cool enough to be invited to a hidden outlet of culinary and beverage delights. I was escorted to my seat at the bar, where the gracious Francis kept me entertained throughout the experience. Naturally, I wanted to get a drink, so I looked through their custom cocktails and their list of around 175 bottles of wine. For some reason, most of the mixed drinks did not pique my curiosity, except the Golden Nail, which included Hornitos Plata Tequila, Mezcal Del Maguey, Mais Violet, piment ancho, and cacao. The boozy concoction offered a hint of sweet chocolate and was served in a rocks glass with one large ice cube. It was a truly delicious cocktail. However, I did notice that many of the drinks used liquors that were not particularly what I would call "top shelf", such as Absolut, which I found surprising for such a renowned bar. Regardless, I was happy with my selection and even ordered a second one to enjoy with my few courses. Speaking of my meal progression, I started with an order of the Roasted Carrots. The mini carrots included their tops and were plated into a small stack. The perfectly cooked orange points were served over a green pea purée and topped with almonds, crispy parmesan, and fresh mint. I am not typically a fan of peas, but, wow, if I could have bottled that chunky sauce, I would have. It was like a bright, earthy, non-oily chimichurri. My entree was similarly phenomenal. Three scallops were seared to a golden brown and served over buttery mashed potatoes. The other side of the plate included a mussel bisque. A funky farmer's cheese called Alfred le Fermier and crispy breadcrumbs were sprinkled over the dish. I thought that two of the scallops could have been cooked a touch more, but the creamy, rich potatoes and sauces were just sheer decadence, offering flavors of both the earth and the sea. While I was getting full at that point, I simply had to order the Blondie for dessert, as it included all sorts of Fall flavors that I adored. When it arrived, it was not quite what I had expected. Instead of being a square piece of chocolate chip brownie, it was actually broken chunks of a moist, plain cake plated with swirls of decadent chocolate and coffee ganache, a fresh heirloom pumpkin jam, and a dusting of autumn spices. I ordered a generic espresso martini to pair with it, and, boy, was it delicious! It was well-balanced, smooth, not too sweet, and topped with a decent portion of foam. When I was ready to leave, Francis was even nice enough to call me a cab and make sure it actually arrived. His generosity was just another aspect that highlighted how extraordinary my JJacques experience truly was. While I adored the drinks that I ordered, I would say that the place should be even more known for their stellar cuisine.

Dropped in for luncheon. Ther weee able to accommodate our party of 8 in essentially a private…read morespace. Delightful, attentive service and amazing food. Only hiccup was some confusion about a second reservation for tea in another date.

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.

Such a pleasant experience! The server was on point in seating us and helping us in deciding on…read morechoices of which Shaker to order. I ordered the Bloody Crown with a Buffalo Chicken Poutine. Both the combination was amazing. The outdoor seating was really refreshing. The street seating added to the ambiance. A definate go to try their Shakers!

The first thing we did after arriving in Quebec and checking into our hotel was find a place for…read moredrinks and appetizers. Shaker's Mixology was a good find on the busy main street. There is a very large list of drinks, many of which are mixes I'd never heard of. The one I liked the most was the raspberry mojito. Appetizers were very good also, especially the baked Brie. There's a large bar and it's pretty lively here at night. A fun stop!

The onion soup was something you will dream about. Beer selection great, ambiance and service…read moreimpeccable. Definitely recommend!

OniOn SoooouuP! +…read more Ambiance is oLd as in hundreds of years, very cozy, dark stone walled cave-like open bar-kitchen and 2 tiny DRs. Low ceilings with some U$D on a door way, tiny rooms that add to the warm atmosphere. They surprisingly have narrow and deep subterranean levels ( not DR ). On warmer and not rainy days, a few tables are on a made do sidewalk patio. OA maybe the oldest pub in QC. ++. Food is pub fare. OA is known for their French Onion Soup and that's what I came for. They do serve draft beers. I was happy to find OA serving FOS as many places in the uptown didn't serve it yet ( I was told it's too warm .... Ummm it's 50-65F and rainy! ). The FOS was hot, cheesy and flavorful! It wasn't too salty and light on onions. I would've liked a bit more onions but very much enjoyed it! +. Price seemed fair enough for this hot and flavorful FOS on this cold rainy day. ++. Service was prompt, friendly and cheerful! =. Parking is challenging in this old cobble stone city. There are several paid lots in a (long) walking distance. Enjoy! MY RATINGS - -- Inhumane -- Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE...WHERE have you been all my LiFe!

Great atmosphere, friendly staffs and great service…read more Tartare was awesome except fries and croutons. Dip Duo was tasty. friends love their cocktails. I had virgin Jack Sparrow but it just tasted like a coca cola with lemon. Ambience was really nice and we had great service and time. The restroom was a surprise that everyone in our table all went to take a look :D.

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!

(4.25) ~ Very good overall food & service…read more DRINKS: ** Espresso = (4.15) Very good ** Water (tap) = (4) very good ** Pinot Noir (Quebec) = (4) very good FOOD: ** Famous Mac & Cheese = (5) Excellent! ** Pork Collar + Foie Gras (see photo) = (4.35) Very tasty ** BEC Chocolate (see photo) = (4.35) Very tasty ** "Cream of the Crop" Soup = (4.15) Very good

Super cute bistro in Old Quebec. It was a rainy night when I stopped by and I was glad that I got…read moreseated. It's pretty small and most tables were already filled. It has got a bit of a snow ledge feel on the inside - high ceilings, wooden beams, brick. The host was also the bartender. He was really nice and could speak English. The menu was in both french and english - a bonus! I ordered a risotto of sorts with barley that had shaved apple in it! And also one of their signature summer spritzes. The risotto surprised me - the apple shavings gave it a slight tart flavor and the squash/beets gave it a rustic taste. The menu changes with the season and I think that their chef makes unique dishes. There is also a lengthy wine and cocktail list. Highly recommend - perhaps rsvp just in case.

Wonderful jazz bar. Great and well-priced collection of drinks, fantastic atmosphere, excellent…read morestaff. One of the highlights of the city. Check their Facebook page for timing and prices!

We stopped into Bar Ste-Angèle while visiting Quebec City for some live jazz music. There was a $12…read morecover charge, but the music and atmosphere made it a fun experience! It's a small, cozy bar with a really cool vibe. The place was packed when we arrived, with hardly any seating available, but we lucked out and snagged two seats at the bar. The staff was super friendly, and it was a great spot to enjoy some live music and soak up the local atmosphere. Definitely a fun little hidden gem in Quebec City if you enjoy jazz and don't mind a lively, crowded space!