A list of Old Québec’s best restaurants
The following list of some of Old Québec’s most highly recommended restaurants will
give you a brief overview of their specialties and facilities. You will notice that several of
them have their own Web sites, which we suggest you visit before making a choice.
We would also strongly advise you to make reservations before you visit any of these
restaurants, as August is a very busy period for Québec City. The list also includes all
the information you need to make reservations.
Bon appétit!
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS IN OLD QUÉBEC
À la Bastille chez Bahüaud 47, avenue Sainte -Geneviève (418) 692-2544
www.atlas-ed.com/ppbc/bastille.html
French cuisine featuring fresh fish, fowl and lamb from Québec. Seating capacity: 72
Terrace: 150
A jewel of a restaurant nestled between the Château Frontenac and the Plains of Abraham.
À la maison de Serge Bruyère 1200, rue Saint-Jean
(418) 694-0618
Fine international cuisine, made with the best of local products. Seating capacity: 120
Terrace: 30
The Grande Table, part of the Maison de Serge Bruyère gastronomic complex, is considered one of the best restaurants in Canada.
Apsara
71, rue d’Auteuil (418) 694-0232
Thai, Vietnamese and Cambodian specialities.
Seating capacity: 120
Winner of the People’s Choice Award,
international cuisine category, at the “Gala de la restauration de Québec 2001.”
Au Café Suisse 32, rue Sainte -Anne (418) 694-1320
www.cafe-suisse.qc.ca
Raclettes and fondues.
Seating capacity: 280 (terrace:80)
Famous for its Swiss specialties, steaks, seafood and irresistible desserts.
Au Parmesan 38, rue Saint-Louis (418) 692-0341
www.atlas-ed.com/ppbc/parmesan.html
Italian and French cuisine, homemade pasta, veal and seafood.
Seating capacity: 115
“Discover a place where everything is special and enjoy la dolce vita every evening, in the company of an accordionist.”
Auberge du Trésor 20, rue Sainte -Anne (418) 694-1876
www.aubergedutresor.com
Seafood, rabbit in mustard sauce, lamb, beef Wellington.
Seating capacity: 135 Terrace: 100
With a view of the Château Frontenac, enjoy a romantic atmosphere in the first permanent dwelling in America. Cabaret singer in the evening.
Aux Anciens Canadiens 34, rue Saint-Louis (418) 692-1627
www.auxancienscanadiens.qc.ca
Québec specialties, caribou, duck, grilled breast of pheasant, loin of lamb, beef tenderloin, tuna, salmon, seafood.
Seating capacity: 100
Distinctively authentic decor featuring five dining rooms on two floors. Each room depicts a different theme and evokes memories of the charm and warmth of traditional Québec homes.
Café d’Europe
27, rue Sainte -Angèle (418) 692-3835
www.atlas-ed.com/ppbc/cafe-europe.html
Fine Italian and French cuisine. Seating capacity: 80
Relaxed atmosphere. Pasta and tartare prepared at your table. Game in season, seafood and veal.
La Caravelle
68 1/2, rue Saint-Louis (418) 694-9022
www.quebecweb/lacaravelle
French, Italian and Spanish cuisine. Specialty: seafood Seating capacity: 150
In the heart of Old Québec, just a few minutes walk from the Convention Centre and the Château Frontenac. Private dining room with fireplace. Singer every evening.
Le Cochon Dingue 46, boulevard Champlain (418) 692-2013
www.cochondingue.com
Steak and fries, mussels trio and lavish desserts.
Seating capacity: 115 Terrace: 68
A true Québec institution. Stone-walled dining room. Voted “Café Bistro par excellence” by the public for the fourth consecutive year.
Le Continental 26, rue Saint-Louis (418) 694-9999
www.restaurantlecontinental.com Flambé dishes a specialty. European-style service. Seating capacity: 120
Located in a historic residence built in 1845 and the recipient of numerous national and international distinctions and awards.
L’Échaudé
73, rue Sault-au-Matelot (418) 692-1299
www.echaude.com
A mix of traditional and nouvelle French cuisine.
Seating capacity: 70 Terrace: 42
Relaxed atmosphere and a varied menu in a decor that blends the contemporary with art deco. Located behind the Musée de la civilisation.
L’Entrecôte Saint-Jean 1011, rue Saint-Jean (418) 694-0234
www.entrecotesaintjean.com
Steak and fries featuring a sauce unlike no other in North America. Seating capacity: 80
Terrace: 60
French bistro atmosphere in the heart of Old Québec.
Le Café de Paris 66, rue Saint-Louis (418) 694-9626
French and Italian cuisine. Lamb, beef and seafood.
Seating capacity: 350
Classic European cuisine at its best.
Le Marie-Clarisse
12, rue du Petit-Champlain (418) 692-5325
www.marieclarisse.qc.ca
Fish, seafood and such fine meats as filet mignon.
Seating capacity: 48 Terrace: 22
Table d’hôte. Located near Place Royale, its stone-walled decor features
comfortable chairs and a welcoming fireplace.
Le Poisson d’Avril 115, quai Saint-André (418) 692-1010
www.poissondavril.net
Seafood, fish and all-you-can-eat mussels. Also pasta and a mixed grill.
Seating capacity: 75 Terrace: 49
Located near the open market of
Québec’s old port. A beautiful sheltered terrace overlooking the marina is open during the summer.
Le Saint-Amour 48, rue Sainte -Ursule (418) 694-0667
www.saint-amour.com
French cuisine and the chef’s own creations.
Seating capacity: 150
The only restaurant in Québec with a retractable roof. Owner-chef, personalized service, outstanding wine list. Fully
bilingual staff. Restaurant-Pub D’Orsay 65, rue De Buade (418) 694-1582 www.restaurantpubdorsay.com Seating capacity: 180 Terrace: 224
A magnificent setting in the heart of Old Québec plus the best quality-for-price ratio in town! In summer, enjoy our
superb, sunny terrace in the company of a talented Québécois singer.
Asia
585, Grande-Allée Est (418) 522-0818
www.resto-asia.com
Authentic Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Grill and wok dishes, spicy and vegetarian meals.
Seating capacity: 270 Terrace: 60
Winner of the “Consumer’s Choice” and “People’s Choice” awards.
Bonaparte
680, Grande Alleé Est (418) 647-4747
The Mecca of fine French cuisine. Seating capacity: 75
Terrace: 49
Recipient of the 2001 “Golden Fork” Award.
Le Graffiti
1191, avenue Cartier (418) 529-4949
Italian and French cuisine. Seating capacity: 100
Exceptional dining value, located a few steps from Grande-Allée. Charming decor enhanced by large windows overlooking busy Avenue Cartier. Outstanding selection of wines. Louis-Hébert 668, Grande-Allée Est (418) 525-7812 www.atlas-ed.com/ppbc/luois-hebert.html
Original seafood dishes and, in season, various theme cuisines. Seating capacity: 135
Terrace: 70
Located on Grande Allée, the Louis-Hébert features the creative cuisine of Chef Hervé Toussaint, who has a reputation for surprising diners daily!
Il Teatro
972, rue Saint-Jean, Québec (418) 694-9996
www.lecapitole.com
Fine Italian cuisine featuring veal, beef and seafood.
Seating capacity: 86 Terrace: 125
The Ristorante Il Teatro features Italian haute cuisine in a very inviting
atmosphere. During the summer, it also offers a splendid sidewalk café with a magnificent view of the St. John Gate, the old fortifications and Place d’Youville.
47e Parallèle Resto international 24, rue Sainte -Anne
(418) 692-1534
Home-style European cooking. Seating capacity: 64
Terrace: 20
“Our unique concept and excellent quality-price ratio have contributed to the popularity of our dining establishment. Our wine list contains selections from all over the world.”
Laurie Raphaël 117, rue Dalhousie (418) 692-4555
www.laurieraphael.com
Internationally inspired, market-based cuisine.
Seating capacity: 100 Terrace: 50
Warm and relaxed atmosphere. Two private dining rooms for groups of 15 to 60.