Must-see restaurants in Québec City

  • Buvette Scott

    Québec City

    At this tiny wine bistro with just eight tables and seating at the bar, enlightened French classics like breaded calf's brains, bone marrow and brandade…

  • Le Lapin Sauté

    Québec City

    Naturally, lapin (rabbit) plays a starring role at this cozy, rustic restaurant just south of the funicular's lower terminus, in such dishes as rabbit…

  • 1608

    Québec City

    At this Frontenac-based wine-and-cheese bar you can either select some cheeses yourself or let the staff take you down a wine-and-cheese rabbit hole that…

  • Le St-Amour

    Québec City

    One of Québec City's top-end darlings, Le St-Amour has earned a loyal following for its beautifully prepared grills and seafood, and luxurious surrounds…

  • L’Affaire est Ketchup

    Québec City

    Book ahead for this quirky local favorite with only eight tables. Dressed in T-shirts and baseball caps, bantering relaxedly with one another as they cook…

  • Le Café du Monde

    Québec City

    This Paris-style bistro is the only restaurant in town directly on the St Lawrence River, although actually getting a table with a view can sometimes be a…

  • Bello Ristorante

    Québec City

    Luc Ste-Croix, former student of French master chef Paul Bocuse, brings his passion for Italian cuisine to this stylish and very welcoming eatery near…

  • Morena

    Québec City

    Tucked into a gourmet grocery-deli on chichi Ave Cartier, this Italian-themed neighborhood bistro makes a lively but low-key lunch stop. Daily chalkboard…

  • Faite à l'Os

    Québec City

    You'll smell this cozy spot well before you arrive; the fumoir (smokehouse) would appear to be working overtime. The all-time favorite dish is the Ribs…

  • Le Pied Bleu

    Québec City

    This bistro in a one-time clothing factory in working-class St-Sauveur is a Québécois take on a Lyonnaise bouchon, which means it serves such meaty fare…

  • Laurie Raphaël

    Québec City

    One of Québec's finest restaurants, this architecturally stunning, silver-service restaurant with celebrated chefs Daniel and Raphaël Vézina at the helm…

  • Chez Boulay

    Québec City

    Renowned chef Jean-Luc Boulay's flagship restaurant serves an ever-evolving menu inspired by seasonal Québécois staples such as venison, goose, blood…

  • Le Croquembouche

    Québec City

    Widely hailed as Québec City’s finest bakery, Le Croquembouche draws devoted locals from dawn to dusk. Among its seductive offerings are fluffy-as-a-cloud…

  • Restaurant Champlain

    Québec City

    The Fairmont Le Château Frontenac's signature restaurant is the city's most celebrated; you'll be overwhelmed by the fabulous views, the artwork, the…

  • Tempéra Québecor

    Québec City

    This beautifully situated and decorated restaurant at the Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec does not require a museum visit; it is worth the trip on…

  • L'Échaudé

    Québec City

    Everything comes beautifully plated and bursting with flavor at this relaxed but very classy bistro, one of the rare Old Québec eateries where locals…

  • Battuto

    Québec City

    Considered by many Québécois to be the best Italian restaurant in town, this wonderful place on the edge of St-Roch mixes traditional dishes like vitello…

  • Bistro B

    Québec City

    The brainchild of top chef François Blais, this place draws a crowd for business lunches, when reasonably priced specials pop up on the iPad menu. New…

  • Bügel Fabrique de Bagels

    Québec City

    Don't be fooled by the title: there's more than plain bagels ($3.60) at this cute neighborhood nook in situ since 1987. More accurately, imagine bagels…

  • Tora-Ya Ramen

    Québec City

    Catering to a young, informal clientele, this straight-ahead noodle house specializes in delicious ramen soups filled with pork, fish, tofu and loads of…

  • Restaurant Initiale

    Québec City

    One of the city's top dining experiences, this intimate restaurant in the Old Lower Town offers multicourse set/tasting menus ($119/199) designed and…

  • Chez Temporel

    Québec City

    Hidden away on a side street just off the beaten path, this charming little cafe serves tasty sandwiches, homemade soups and quiches, pizza plus…

  • Aux Anciens Canadiens

    Québec City

    Housed in the historic Jacquet House, which dates from 1675, this place is a well-worn tourist destination, specializing in robust country cooking and…

  • Chez Victor St-Jean

    Québec City

    One of Québec City's best-loved neighborhood eateries, Chez Victor specializes in burgers gourmets – juicy burgers, served with a hefty dash of creativity…

  • Légende

    Québec City

    Seasonal cuisine and fine-wine pairings are the name of the game at this classy restaurant under the direction of renowned restaurateurs Karen Therrien…

  • La Cuisine

    Québec City

    Retro decor and comfort food served till the wee hours are the hallmarks of this cool, low-lit hangout between St-Jean-Baptiste and St-Roch. Formica…

  • Conti

    Québec City

    Set on busy Rue St-Louis, this handsome eatery features an enticing mixture of Italian and Mediterranean flavors. Start off with prosciutto-wrapped shrimp…

  • Paillard

    Québec City

    At this bright, buzzy and high-ceilinged café-boulangerie (cafe-bakery) crammed with tourists, diners seated at long wooden tables tuck into tasty gourmet…

  • Les Cousins

    Québec City

    Featuring a tantalizing array of sweet and savory snacks, this neighborhood traiteur (deli) and cafe is a browser’s delight. The display case is devoted…

  • Épicerie Européenne

    Québec City

    This gourmet grocery stocks a delectable mix of meat, cheese, olive oil, vinegar, tea and coffee. At lunchtime, the deli case is well-stocked with…

  • Tutto Gelato

    Québec City

    People line up at all hours for Tutto Gelato's creamy, rich, homemade ice cream. Dozens of types of Italian-style gelato and two dozen different sorbets …

  • Délices d'Ariana

    Québec City

    Frequented almost exclusively by locals in the know, this turreted restaurant just north of Ave Cartier is often overlooked by visitors to Québec City…

  • Chez Muffy

    Québec City

    The celebrated restaurant of Auberge St-Antoine receives top marks for its exquisite, imaginatively prepared Québécois cuisine and top-notch service…

  • Ciel!

    Québec City

    Like tiki bars and the pop group Abba, it's hard not to like revolving restaurants, and the emphatic 'Sky!' on the 28th floor of the Hôtel Le Concorde has…

  • Le Continental

    Québec City

    Probably the fanciest (schmanciest) fine-dining experience you can have outside the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Québec City, this place awash in…

  • Chez Jules

    Québec City

    A solid and affordable French meal can be had at this small, central dining room alongside the Auberge Place d’Armes. Chez Jules serves an excellent…

  • Ma Maison

    Québec City

    A quiet little bistro du quartier (neighborhood bistro) well worth seeking out, 'My House' serves traditional Québécois dishes like grand-maman used to…

  • Chez Rioux & Pettigrew

    Québec City

    Conveniently placed near the meeting of antiques row and the Vieux-Port, this classy eatery with stone walls and an open kitchen builds its menu around…

  • Restaurant Le Parlementaire

    Québec City

    Don't miss the opportunity to lunch (or brunch in summer) at this opulent restaurant in the heart of the Hôtel du Parlement. Black pudding, a fish dish,…

  • Café Krieghoff

    Québec City

    Especially appealing in summer, this cheerful spot has excellent breakfasts (served till 2:30pm), a pleasant back terrace and a laid-back front porch…