Québec marks its significance not only through its major attractions but also through its exquisite food culture. It leaves tourists all around the world wanting to keep coming back for more. I love the food science here. As there is a wide range of scrumptious delicacies ranging from Quebecois cuisines like poutine to authentic Japanese and French cuisines like ramen, sushi, duck confits and classic beef tartare.
I always recommend people stay in Quebec for a few more days to explore its amazing restaurants. To know more about Québec’s delicious foods and where to find them, I have listed for you some of the top restaurants in Quebec that are worth visiting!
1. Chez Rioux & Pettigrew
Let’s start with one of the most classy and cozy restaurants, Chez Rioux & Pettigrew. You will love the vintage decor and authentic cuisines that are carefully prepared to perfection by their talented chefs. One thing I was surprised about is that each dish has a distinctive flavour.
Some of their dishes you must try are black pudding and scallops, oysters served with apple sauce and mignonette, BBQ ribs and sea asparagus.
Address: 160 Rue Saint-Paul
2. Bleu Marine
Bleu Marine is a fine dining restaurant well known for its passionate owners who bring perfection to each table. You won’t believe their exquisite dishes are prepared with attention to detail. The restaurant offers an exceptional culinary experience on small plates, serving delicious food with wine pairings perfectly served in a warm and cozy atmosphere.
This place is known for its Crab Cake Salade Gomae, Beef Carpaccio, Scallop Crudo, and Albacore Tataki, along with a carefully selected wine list.
Address: 50 Rue Saint-Louis
3. Chez Boulay-Bistro Boréal
Chez Boulay-bistro boréal offers you the ideal dining and gastronomic experience of a lifetime. I would say this is a perfect place to take your date partner. Sip on their specialty cocktails and try out their creative dishes.
You can try braised beef cheek, french onion soup, or wild mushrooms. Their mouth-watering desserts are also amazing. Don’t forget to try their steak and eggs, which are made so tender that they will melt in your mouth!
Address: 1110 Rue Saint-Jean
4. Le Saint-Amour
Next on my list is Le Saint-Amour. It serves refined French cuisine using local ingredients set up in a very romantic and cozy ambience that is perfect for date nights. Isn’t this amazing to have delicious food while looking into your partner’s eyes?
Some of Le Saint Amour’s highlights are their signature Foie gras, lip-smacking lobster bisque, scallops, oyster and caviar, and raise. They also have an amazing wine list along with a variety of tempting desserts like the Impossible Apple that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.
Address: 48 Rue Sainte-Ursule
5. Le Sam Bistro Évolutif
Le Sam Bistro Évolutif, or simply Bistro Le Sam could be your next favourite destination. It focuses on serving Canadian and French cuisine made from local produce. And even though this magnificent hotel is on the higher price end, I assure you that you won’t be disappointed as it has amazing food and even greater service.
Address: 1 Rue des Carrières
6. Nina Pizza Napolitaine Saint Roch
I love pizzas and who doesn’t? I’ll tell you a perfect spot if you are a true pizza lover. It’s Nina Pizza Napolitano that serves Italian cuisine in a small yet cozy setting.
Some of their must-haves on the menu are pizza margherita with anchovies, Piena Di Verdure, Prosciutto, Pizza William J Walter, creamy and delicious burrata, and Crostini. They also have great vegetarian and vegan pizza toppings that you must try.
Address: 410 Rue Saint-Anselme
7. ARVI
Do you know what attracts me most about ARVI? It’s the marble counters and brick walls that gives off a trendy vibe yet provides gourmet dishes in a warm and elegant atmosphere. Anone would definitely love this.
Some of Arvi’s creative dishes include their famous foie gras, bread with truffle butter, bison, oysters with shallot vinegar, morel mushrooms, cavatelli and veal rice, along with amazing wine pairings that will surely make you come back for more!
Address: 519 3e Ave, Québec City
8. Don Vegan Restaurant
If you love to have your meal on a beautiful outdoor patio, I would recommend you visit Le Don. Moreover, this one is completely for vegans. So, enjoy your yummy vegan delights in a lovely setting there.
I’ll tell you some of its menu highlights. It includes dumplings, poke bowl, panko cauliflowers, poor man’s pudding, Mais, impossible burger, Beet tartare, vegan caesar salad, and Thai soup. Address: 97 Rue du Sault-au-Matelot
Address: 97 Rue du Sault-au-Matelot
9. L’Affaire Est Ketchup
You must not miss out on L’Affaire est Ketchup‘s excellent cuisine, which, along with its laid-back, cozy and unpretentious atmosphere, makes for the perfect spot for a relaxed meal.
Some of their menu highlights are scallops, sweetbreads, duck breast, ris de veau, magret de canard, venison medallions, deer croquettes, octopus and mussels.
Address: 46 Rue Saint-Joseph E
10. Le Chic Shack
Let me take you to the little world of hamburgers. Yeah! Le Chic Shack is a great spot for every hamburger lover out there. It is a small one that often gives you a bistro feel.
Le Chic Shack is a great spot for every hamburger lover out there. It is a small spot that gives a rather bistro feel, but the quality and taste of their amazing food made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients will make you come back for more! The best thing I like about Le Chic Shack is that it is lowkey and far from being a tourist trap. while also being popularly known for its gourmet burgers, homemade sodas, scrumptious poutines, and creamy milkshakes.
Address: 15 Fort St, Québec City
11. Tora-Ya Ramen
Tora-Ya Ramen is the next top restaurant on my list. As the name suggests, it serves authentic Japanese cuisine. I prefer small and intimate settings sometimes. And I am sure you will also like that after visiting this one. The highly attentive and pleasant staff cater to your needs based on your preferences.
Tora-Ya Ramen is a great place to eat delicious ramen that is soul-filling. But remember, they do not take reservations and operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. So, make sure to arrive on time to witness a whole new world of lusciousness!
Address: 75 Rue Saint-Joseph E
12. Buvette Scott
Buvette Scott serves delicious food using locally sourced ingredients, fine wines and craft beers in a contemporary yet cozy atmosphere.
They prepare seasonal dishes that may change from time to time, but some of their must-haves include duck ham, fresh oysters, corn agnolotti, canard course, guinea fowl, lamb chops, lobster bisque, and gnocco fritto with smoked herring. Also, don’t forget to order their apple brandy as a digestif!
Address: 821 Rue Scott
13. Chez Jules
I have an amazing French option for you at a reasonable price. Yes, Chez Jules serves signature French cuisine and boutique wines at reasonable prices in a beautiful, cozy, yet non-pretentious French decor. If you are a fan of ducks, they have a variety of dishes that are exquisitely prepared to perfection. I also suggest you try the French onion soup, frog legs, braised lamb shank with rosemary, croque, salmon tartar, and burgundy escargots. However, there are many other delicious dishes also to try.
Since this popular restaurant is located in a very touristy area, don’t forget to make reservations and have a great feast!
Address: 24 Rue Sainte-Anne
14. Restaurant Tanière³
If you have enough money to spend, I can suggest a high-class restaurant for you. Restaurant Tanière³ is one of those restaurants that falls on the high-price end but provides a high-class experience. It also has a Michelin star. You will be blown away by its breathtaking interior.
Some of their must-have dishes that are artistically crafted with premium quality are caviar pétencie, poached sea snail, scallops, wild mushrooms, lamb, and camelina duck.
Address: 36 Rue Saint-Pierre
Some of their must-have dishes that are artistically crafted with premium quality are caviar pétencie, poached sea snail, scallops, wild mushrooms, lamb, and camelina duck.
Address: 36 Rue Saint-Pierre
15. La Pizzaio
Your other pizza destination is here. La Pizzaio is a family-owned pizza restaurant that serves uniquely prepared thin-crust pizzas and other authentic Italian cuisines. You will love the warm and intimate setting with excellent customer service.
You can start with their special pizza Caesar and crostini with mushrooms and parmesan that are prepared to perfection. Don’t forget to try their Fungo and ricotta, Di Pablo, Napoleon and Suprema fine pizzas. For desserts, try their amazing Mars chocolate creme brulee, triple chocolate brownies as well as their mouth-watering cheese and maple flan.
Address: 319 Rue Saint-Paul
With this, I come to an end to the list of my favourite restaurants in Quebec. All of them offer quality services and distinctive but delicious tastes to make your trip more interesting. So whenever passing nearby these restaurants, you shouldn’t skip them.
Last Updated on April 18, 2024 by Pragya Chakrapani
