The best restaurants Quebec

This was the home of wine collector Champlain Charest's renowned Bistro à Champlain restaurant. Now under the stewardship of sommelier Sophie Allaire and chef Étienne Demers, the place has retained its bon vivant spirit, as well as the lovely decor of the former restaurant. On the plate, the focus is on Quebec, with gourmet market cuisine that varies with the seasons and new arrivals. Of course, the well-stocked wine cellar perfectly complements the dishes, from appetizer to dessert. We highly recommend it!

One of our favorite gourmet addresses! La Petite Cachée boasts a mountain chalet look that perfectly complements Mont-Tremblant's natural surroundings. Inspired by French cuisine with a Québécois twist, it has been showcasing Laurentian producers and local terroir for over 25 years. Everything is prepared with precision on a menu that changes with the seasons and new arrivals. Bonus: the restaurant has a very respectable wine cellar, including natural wines and Quebec vintages.

Everyone's been talking about Chez Mag for a few years now, and with good reason. Its lobster poutine alone is a crowd-pleaser. But you must also try the homemade fries made with local potatoes, the lobster guédilles or the Big Mag, a huge burger with two beef patties, two slices of cheese, twice as much bacon, pickles, lettuce, onions and the famous Mag sauce. Another branch in Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pocatière in Kamouraska County to double your gourmet pleasure!

A member of the "Aliments du Québec au menu" recognition program, this charming gourmet address brings the province to your plate. Lovingly concocted dishes pair perfectly with a fine selection of natural wines from Quebec, the rest of the country and certain Nordic countries. Wines are available to taste on the premises or to take away. In short, this is a very pleasant bar offering quality, local products. But with only 25 seats in the dining room and at the bar, we recommend booking in advance.

Open since summer 2018, L'Orygine restaurant is one of the brands of the famous La Tanière Group. It offers organic cuisine with local flavors that will appeal to both the vegans and carnivores of this world. We wholeheartedly recommend the discovery menu for a fantastic gourmet voyage (wine pairing or non-alcoholic beverages available on request). We'd also like to mention the plant wall at the entrance, designed by Manon Laliberté of Profil Vert, not to mention the superb decor by Rebel Design and the magnificent terrace.

Charles-Antoine Crête, who officiated for over 15 years as chef de cuisine at Toqué! alongside his friend and mentor Normand Laprise, opened Montréal Plaza in 2015 with two long-time acolytes. The place is superb: the design is by Zébulon Perron, with objects from Charles-Antoine's childhood taking pride of place here and there in the restaurant. On the menu, you can feel the neo-brasserie touch - enhanced by Quebec products - with dishes such as foie gras and eel terrine, mackerel a la plancha and poultry with sherry wine.

If you're in the mood for brunch, this is the place to be! Praised by critics and gourmets alike, this eatery prepares a host of dishes with local flavors, thanks to well-established partnerships with numerous Quebec producers and artisans. The two poached eggs with foie gras are a must (brioche bread, duck eggs, pan-fried foie gras, foie gras sauce, onion compote, Prosciutto chips, poppy seeds, arugula shoots, honey-glazed rabioles). Bonus: a really cool cocktail menu.

Located on the^3rd floor of a historic building, Le Esmond is a gourmet address not to be missed in Granby! Chef Antoine Bossé and his brigade lovingly concoct succulent bistro dishes: octopus served on a cake and chorizo, broccoli cavatelli and surf clams, veal cheek blanquette, 60-day aged beef tomahawk, seafood platter... The desserts are just as tempting, not to mention a fine wine list and cocktails like the mango and coriander pisco or the peach and blood orange sangria.

Above all, the atmosphere and décor. The high wooden tables from an old farmhouse, the aged leather stools resting on beams, the stuffed animal heads, the light that the large bay windows let in, replaced by soft lighting in the evening... Everything is designed to transport you to the heart of an original concept. Each season, the menu is renewed according to market produce, for a simple cuisine with an American flavour (burgers of all kinds, grills, fish & chips, lobster guédille, tartars...).

Located in Entourage-sur-le-Lac, L'îlot Repère gourmand offers a cuisine based on local ingredients with a strong international influence. The restaurant offers creative, healthy, yet gourmet dishes to be enjoyed in the different areas of the restaurant, all overlooking the beautiful Beauport Lake. In the evening, the bar comes alive. At all times, the island in front of the open kitchen is active. On the magnificent three-season terrace, or in one of the private lounges, the setting is a perfect match for our contemporary and pleasant dishes.

Located at the foot of the ski slopes, this restaurant offers a resolutely trendy atmosphere. The grill on the ^2nd floor, with an open-plan kitchen, offers grills on a maple wood fire with a fine selection of scotches, cognacs and brandy, and a rich wine list. The bistro-bar, located on the ^1st floor, offers a simpler menu, live music groups and entertainment in season. Large terrace with a view of the Place Saint-Bernard.

This is without a doubt one of Drummondville's "in" addresses! It's all about conviviality, good food and cocktails, all in a decor that mixes rustic and industrial. The menu includes a few raw dishes (beef, salmon, tuna), burgers and gourmet sandwiches, various poutines, grilled meats and other delicious small dishes. All of this is accompanied by a microbrewery beer, a sangria or a refreshing cocktail.

Beautiful small unpretentious square with brick wall, recycled lamps and retro furniture. Very much in the spirit of the neighborhood! According to some, Tuck Shop has a little je-ne-sais-quoi reminiscent of the Monkland Tavern in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce district in its early days. Not surprising when you learn that some of the old-timers from this address work here, in the kitchen and in the dining room. The slate displays wild mushrooms, duck breast, saddle of rabbit, Icelandic cod, organic salmon and other small dishes depending on the arrivals. Good little address!

At Pastaga, we put Quebec on the plate with local products and dishes of varied inspiration. But we're also in a wine bar, with a beautiful 100% natural menu. This "appellation" refers to those small estates where the vintner-peasant takes care of all the stages of production, from the vine to the bottling, using no chemical treatment of the vines and soils, and no inputs into the winemaking process. In short, as you will have understood, the emphasis here is on proximity and quality.

The service is all smiles in this restaurant where black and white predominate. A brightly colored wall painting and blown glass lamps brighten up the room. In the kitchen, we find this classic and sober base, sprinkled with a good dose of creativity. As a starter, for example, we can taste the shiitake ravioli with parmesan and truffle oil. For the main course, the lamb shank confit, the duck and foie gras poutine or the kangaroo fillet with blackcurrant will please those who love spicy flavours.

Want a good Portuguese chicken? I've got to go to my Poule Wet. At the quarter, half or whole, it is always roast and accompanied by its inseparable fries and salad. And why don't you get a little grilled shredder with that? Sandwiches greedy for carnivores, roasted calamars, Putin with São Jorge cheese and grilled gray and salad with grilled chicken are also proposed. Do not leave the place without having one or more of the nata pasteis known as the best in town.

Le Boucan pays homage to the cuisine of the southern United States with this smoke house dedicated to meats smoked on site. Among the house's most popular dishes: BBQ ribs, pulled pork sandwich (also available in a poutine version), BBQ salmon, chicken sandwich with Alabama sauce, and well-topped burgers. Big appetites will opt for the Assiette du p'tit boss, which combines several specialties. It is served with a beer from a Quebec microbrewery or, to stay within the theme, a small bourbon (American whiskey).

It's hard to miss the sign at this trendy restaurant! Once inside, you are captivated by its design, its magnificent bar, its mirrors that make the space even bigger, and its cellar that overlooks the dining room. On the menu, an urban cuisine that integrates the passion and precision of good homemade dishes. The chef and his brigade concoct everything from local and fresh produce: tartars, gourmet salads, sandwiches and burgers, delicious grilled meats, fish and seafood, vegetarian dishes... Enough to satisfy any type of appetite!

The chef went to Barcelona for inspiration while meeting renowned chefs including Ferran Adrià. His menu is affected, with several products being imported directly from Spain, including sausages, pork and wines, the majority of which are private Catalan imports carefully selected by the sommelier. Even the Josper oven made the trip from Barcelona, giving an authentic smoky flavour to meats, fish and vegetables. As for the décor, it is both raw and chic, a thousand miles from what is found in the surrounding area.

We're way too fond of this new kind of diner in the Rosemont-La-Petite-Patrie neighborhood. The retro decor of this little gourmet space already makes us smile, but it's the comfort food menu that has us completely hooked. We've tried almost everything over the months, from the regular dishes to the current inspirations: chicken curry club sandwich, shrimp guédille (the most generous ever), fried chicken burger, poutine, meatloaf and the list goes on. Natural wines and craft beers top it all off.

Lovers of Brittany, hello! Those nostalgic for buckwheat pancakes, salted butter caramel and whole pancakes will find their happiness in the charming crêperie of Frédéric, a native of Rennes. Everything here is homemade! A little curiosity: the production of buckwheat flour, rich in proteins and antioxidants and naturally gluten-free, is very widespread in Quebec. The products used are therefore mainly local. The restaurant offers two sizes of pancakes (normal or large) and four menus.

A stone's throw from the river and marina, this is a gourmet address not to be missed. Don't look for a storefront, but rather an outdoor venue with a festive flair. The menu is all barbecue, from ribs to smoked beef brisket burgers, poutine and pulled pork tacos. And since you're in danger of developing an addiction, you should know that THÉO BBQ also has a boutique in Berthier-sur-Mer (spices, sauces, meats, prepared foods...), which also features a number of in-house products.

Inspired by the Lobster Shacks of the American East Coast, this resto, cantine and snack bar is a must for seafood lovers. Fresh lobster, guédilles, clam chowder, lobster poutine and other delights are all on the menu, along with a selection of burgers, grills, pastas and more. All set in the distinctive décor of an old octagonal barn with a contemporary touch (we particularly like the lobster traps transformed into tables). Also on site: café-bar on the first floor.

A small institution in the Saint-Henri district, Satay Brothers offers Singaporean cuisine in a long room with a jumble of tables that mix friends and strangers in a general hubbub fed by pop music. On the plate, taste. The satay is excellent, as is the green papaya salad and the laksa soup. The prices are low, but the tapas-like portions will make the bon vivants reorder, to the point where the bill is much higher than the menu would suggest. Nevertheless, a great address if you're in the area.

Located in the heart of the old village of Saint-Sauveur, this magnificent ancestral house welcomes you in a warm setting that smells of Brittany. On the menu, a huge selection of wheat or buckwheat pancakes, the house's great specialty, topped with sweet or savoury ingredients as well as squeegees, cheese fondues or Chinese... It may take you some time to decide so much you will want to taste everything!

A member of the family that unites the restaurants L'Affaire est Ketchup, Kraken Cru and Patente et Machin, l'Albacore focuses on seafood and seasonal vegetables, but not only. The menu is of course evolving, but always impeccable: ginger-confit fish dumplings with ponzu-marinated roasted mushrooms and St. Lawrence seaweed-infused pork broth, or raw scallops marinated in citrus and olive oil with yogurt squash puree, spiced pumpkin seeds, crusty bread crumbs, shiso and fleur de sel.

Chef Alexandra Gagné varies her menu according to season and arrival. On the menu, exquisite dishes such as salad with prawns, snow crab, apples and lime mayonnaise; pan-fried blood sausage with maple sap vinegar from Ferme du Capitaine and caramelized apples with maple syrup from Relais des Pins; mushroom ravioli with smoked sorrel cream sauce, wild mushrooms from the Ô Champignon urban mushroom farm and Parmesan cheese. A lovely terrace is available for aperitifs and/or meals.

À l'Orée des Champs is the offshoot of an agricultural and forestry company established in Saint-Nazaire since 1925 and still owned by the same family. The only rural table in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, it first of all symbolizes the pleasure of eating. There are gourmet brunches in the magical setting of the mornings in the countryside as well as a delicious and refined table d'hôte made from the farm's products, including lamb, the house's great specialty. To be served with a glass of their specialty alcohol, the cream of camerawomania.

A bistro with a refined style, offering dishes from the South West of France, with a touch of imagination. The cuisine offered by Chef Jérôme Chatenet is an invitation to discover. The textures and flavours combine with maliciously, for the delight of gourmets. The selection of starters and dishes is short but sufficient due to the quality of the choice. The dishes are typical of Périgord, the plates are well presented and very interesting. The atmosphere is relaxing, with soft music and a service as gentle as efficient. Add to this a very good value-for-money ratio and well-selected wines, and we get an address that distinguishes itself, for our great pleasure.

William, Dominique and Chloé welcome you in their elegant, warm and friendly restaurant. They offer a cuisine of the South that follows the seasons, without frills but with great finesse. Come and enjoy a pissaladière, supions à l'escabèche, a duck breast in a sauce made with the fruits of the moment with garlic purée and zucchini spaghetti, a sauté of veal with Corsican style gnocchi, or a mackerel in white wine with onion purée and chard with herbs. A colourful trip, with wines and local beers as a bonus!

In a rather traditional setting, the waitresses in Breton costume welcome you to eat... pancakes! You have the choice: Breton pancakes with wheat or buckwheat, all accompanied according to your taste (ham, chicken, cheese, eggs, asparagus, etc.), or seafood (shrimps, crab, smoked salmon), vegetarian, not to mention the decadent dessert pancakes (mention in the gourmet versions). So if you feel like it, you'll be spoilt for choice here. Also worth a try: the tasty gratins and the Breton duo (crepe and salad).

We couldn't wait to try out this address, and we weren't disappointed! Of course, we enjoyed a lobster guédille, the emblem of the place, accompanied by a Virgin Bloody from its little brother, the Shack à slush, located right next door. It was simply DELIGHTFUL, all seated on a lovely open-air site overlooking the sea. The menu also includes other sliders (shrimp, crab, etc.), paninis, veggie bowls and more. Bonus: chalets, trailers and camping pitches can be rented right on the site to stretch the pleasure. A truly top-notch address!

This restaurant is definitely the trendiest gourmet address in the Upper Laurentians. On the plate, local flavours are the mainstay of the establishment, with dishes inspired by Old World bistros. Lémarettes has also built its reputation on cocktails, including a dozen "Découvertes" such as the camerise mojito. The spirits menu also includes a vast selection of craft beers and wines from certified organic and/or biodynamic estates. Grocery and wine store on site.

Those who knew the Café Champêtre in Percé will now find a gourmet address in its former premises. Four young entrepreneurs from the region started this snack bar in the middle of a pandemic with the desire to offer small and large dishes with resolutely local flavors. And it's hard to beat that when you know that the team calls on a picker to harvest, among other things, berries and wild mushrooms. Nice selection of cocktails and wines too. A great address for brunch, lunch, dinner or an aperitif.

Le Vire-Crêpes is well known for its blueberry fields where you can pick your own in season. It's also a shop where you can stock up on this small fruit of the fields, either natural or in processed products. But above all, it's a gourmet address to enjoy a brunch where blueberries are the star even in smoothies. In summer, a food-truck sets up shop on the site and offers blueberry and maple salad with grilled chicken, Angus beef burgers and other delights.

Voted "Canada's Greenest Restaurant", La Maison Boire offers gastronomy following the concept "from seed to plate". Everything is made from Quebec products and even ultra-local thanks to their roof gardens and market garden. The ultimate goal: self-sufficiency and zero waste. The liquor list follows the same principle by putting Quebec in the glass, not to mention the homemade pottery dishes. And, to top it all off, the restaurant prepares its succulent creations over a wood fire. A must-see!

Above all, The Farsides pays homage to hip-hop culture in every corner of its den, from the decor (mention should be made of the mural featuring Slick Rick) to the background music and the names of the cocktails. On the gourmet side, the cuisine blends Hawaiian and Thai styles, with fish and seafood taking center stage. Everything is delicious, and we're still dreaming of the Hat Yai fried chicken and mango salad. The house cocktails and sangrias are also a must. And since the place is so popular, make a reservation!

Located in the heart of the Drague complex, Restaurant Elli's design immediately catches the eye, blending noble wood, brick and concrete with the black and white hues of the premises. It serves succulent bistro dishes inspired by international cuisine, to share or not: tasting platter, veggie or non-veggie agnolotti forestier, beef tartar, duck confit salad, poutine steak and smoked gouda cheese, tacos al pastor, etc. And when the restaurant closes for the evening, it transforms into the Drague cabaret.

A very small restaurant - just a few tables - whose name, decor and background music are reminiscent of Bob Marley's homeland. That said, this is not a place for smoking, but rather for enjoying market cuisine that varies according to the season, with oysters, veggie dishes, fish and shellfish, not forgetting a little meat. All dishes have a vegetarian option. A fine selection of cocktails, microbrewery beers and a few wines, including organic vintages. Worth discovering!

The restaurant of the National Assembly of Québec has been open to the public for over 50 years. Here is an opportunity to eat at the same tables as the politicians, in a new decor that was unveiled at its grand reopening in the fall of 2021. The waiters don't gossip, but there are occasional anecdotes. On the menu, Quebec is in the spotlight, all for a very affordable price. During the summer, the chefs concoct their dishes based on the harvests of the gardens and beehives of the Parliament Building.

If the place serves as a take-out counter during the day, it becomes a gourmet table in the evening. A single large table, which can seat up to 14 guests, sits in this small restaurant that makes you feel like a guest in the chef's home. On the menu, a 5-course meal that changes with the months and seasons and features products from Quebec artisans and producers, all meticulously selected by the team. Bonus: a list of organic and natural wines as well as Quebec spirits.

Nothing less than an eco-responsible gastronomic experience in a minimalist setting. Chef Tim Moroney, who has worked in some of the world's most renowned restaurants, focuses on renewable energy, responsible waste management and ethical practices, not to mention sourcing from within a 150 km radius of the restaurant. The resolutely locavore menu changes frequently according to what's available and what's in season. An à la carte menu is also available, but only at the bar.

SAINTI is first and foremost a restaurant that showcases the tasty gourmet products of the Charlevoix region, notably the cheeses, charcuterie and market garden produce. To support this, the restaurant offers a private wine list, mostly organic or from sustainable agriculture, not to mention Quebec spirits. Bonus: a superb view of the St. Lawrence River from the dining room and the terrace. The team also runs Le 362, located on the same site and offering rooms and rental condos.

Certainly our friendliest and most colorful address in the area, the Chez Mélo food truck is a must-stop on the way to Parc de la Mauricie. And don't be fooled, you could well put down roots there, especially as in addition to the tasty dishes (burritos, tacos, burgers, etc.), the place boasts a large garden area with picnic tables, chairs, fireplaces and even sand for that little tropical look. Also on site and by the same owners: café-bistro (very bohemian) and accommodation, including a brand-new youth hostel.

Located in the heart of the village, this urban bistro specializes in tapas such as cod acras, oysters and mignonettes, octopus carpaccio, arancini and tuna tataki. If tapas aren't your cup of tea, dishes like the Vice burger and pasta with snails and braised beef macreuse are also on the menu. The wine list features a selection of privately imported wines, cocktails and, above all, a mind-boggling list of Quebec gins. Good deal: oysters at $1.50 CAN on Thursdays from 3pm.

The Hotel Le Bonne Entente is renowned for its gastronomic offerings, including the MC Lounge. In summer in the gardens, in winter by the fireplace, the restaurant's varied menu is fine-tuned according to the season and even the guests' desires: oysters, pan-fried foie gras, fresh fish, lobster bucatini, Nagano pork belly, sea scallops... To round off the meal, we recommend the Quebec cheese platter and garnishes. An excellent wine list, winner of awards of excellence.

In the image of famous American diners, this gourmet address offers soul food that blends Quebec classics with those of its southern neighbors. Gone is the traditional shepherd's pie! Here, it's prepared with shredded beef, creamed corn and cheesy mashed potatoes. The classic American combo of fried chicken and waffles is also on the menu, as is the Chili Cheese hot dog with homemade vegan chili, sour cream and cheese sauce. In short, this is not the place to diet!