The best bars and cafés Quebec

The bar takes its name from its founder, Else Smith, who boasted that she was the oldest punk in town. The decoration is rather artisanal: we discover a new little detail each time, marrying perfectly with the collages on the tables and the advertising posters. Warm and dark colours dominate, for an intimate and subdued atmosphere. The place, rather frequented by a clientele of English-speaking academics, has kept a bohemian spirit and remains as popular as ever, more than twenty years after its opening.

Bily Kun means "white horse" in Czech. The idea came from one of the bistro's owners, who had previously worked at Cheval Blanc on Ontario Street. Only the name and style of the Centre-Sud brewery were imported, the rest having undergone the essential modifications to adapt to the standing of Mont-Royal Avenue. Mission accomplished: people are on their feet almost every night. A DJ is on hand Fridays and Saturdays from 10pm, and jazz and classical musicians perform regularly. Check out the program on their website.

It is, without doubt, a very popular place in every area where it is located. Coffee in all its forms is prepared according to the rules of art.

Located close to St. Roch's Church, this neighbourhood cafe offers two rooms. With more than twenty computers, video game lovers can play on the network. The Internet service is of course high speed. Internet outreach sessions and office automation are available on site. The managers are very friendly.

A cosy bar with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, which is distinguished by an original decor.

Dooly's Rimouski is part of a chain with several billiard facilities in the province.

At nightfall, it mainly welcomes a regular clientele of young people who work in restaurants in and around Petit Champlain. In the afternoon, it is mainly tourists who come to enjoy the terrace of this very popular district. The inside of the bar, two large circular vaults, is worth a visit on its own. To accompany the fine selection of Quebec and imported beers, European hot dogs, smoked meat sandwich, onion soup and other light meals are served until early evening.

The history of the Golden Lion dates back to 1973 with the same name. A little more than years later, the microbrewery was born to produce on-site beers that now make this address a highly known place of the bièrophiles.
All the beers made by the Golden Lion appear on the pub menu and are ideal accomplices for their excellent fish'n'chips or their gargantuan burger. The hotel's main features include billard and football, giant screens, DJ's and live, special, events and events throughout the year.
During the beautiful season, enjoy the charm of the café-terrace that can accommodate about people. Please note that reservations can be booked for a private event.

Located in the heart of downtown, the St-Georges is a must in Drummondville, and has been a popular spot for decades. You'll find a great selection of beers where Quebec is a star (really!), as well as several from private imports, to be enjoyed on their magnificent large heated terrace. For the hungry, the place offers a pub-style menu with, among other things, the famous nachos that seem to be a hit with the hungry. Visual art exhibitions on the walls of the pub.

A perfume from Old England to Harry Potter sauce in Sherbrooke where bottles are built in works of art behind the massive wood counter, respecting the purest tradition. Here you can relax in a peaceful and enveloping atmosphere and, of course, enjoy spirits from all over the world, homemade cocktails - and even fresh juices prepared in your eyes. But there's a selection of more than 100 bières beers, including 30 lines in the drum. Quality import like the Rodenbach Grand Cru or the Delirium Thinnest, both from Belgium, but also from Quebec production dismiss. !!

This small café offers delicious hot chocolate, espresso coffees, flower teas and other treats to those who need some comfort. Beers and spirits are also available to enjoy indoors or outdoors (hot wine stand in winter). For small creux, continental breakfast, sandwiches, homemade soups, cakes, cookies, etc. Internet access, gift shop, painting exhibition.

Constantly looking for ways to anchor itself in the fragile territory that is the Islands, this microbrewery values the use of local raw materials in the conception of its beers. The elaboration of a smoked malt at the Fumoir d'Antan, the harvesting of flowers, seaweed, spices and wild herbs is a guarantee of authenticity and freshness that contributes to the creation of unique and racy beers. To accompany its tasty beers, it offers plates filled with Magdalen Islands products. Store on site.

In an artistic and heterogeneous atmosphere, this lounge offers a diversified tea menu that will satisfy lovers of this drink. It is the ideal place for those who wish to take a break while enjoying a panoramic view of the port of L'Étang-du-Nord. For the gourmands, we strongly suggest that you serve your tea with a homemade scone topped with red fruit jam, the Flâneur's specialty, or with a delicious homemade cake. To see outside: the traditional bread oven, the crooked house and the bench of lovers.

On the banks of the Véloroute des Bleuets, it offers tasty, well-balanced, award-winning craft beers. The bistro features in-house beers, local spirits and a gourmet menu featuring such delights as a cheese and charcuterie platter, deluxe grilled cheese and poutine with mac'n'cheese sauce (menu constantly evolving). Bonus: the microbrewery boasts the largest terrace in the region!

Opening in July 2019, this Little Italy address is worth discovering. The menu offers a very nice selection of wines as well as small savory dishes and desserts that are as original as they are delicious, not to mention the discovery menu for two. The house cocktails are also tasty, without forgetting the "holes" (balls of sorbet sprinkled with alcohol) revisited. The interior offers several atmospheres: small tables in the dining room for a romantic evening, seats at the bar to admire the dishes or larger tables in front of the bay window.

Nice and bright neighbourhood café with a family and artistic atmosphere, close to the Saint-Jacques market. It was named in honor of the famous Lebanese vegan cake made of wheat semolina, scented with turmeric and decorated with pine nuts. This speciality goes wonderfully well with hot drinks, always served with good humour. The slate also displays simple and tasty dishes: sweet or savoury toasts, soups and salads, and all kinds of sweets. On weekends, the Lebanese brunch plate is succulent.

Clearly a café that stands out from the others with its fairground themed concept that can be felt in all four corners of the place: an old roller coaster car at the entrance, small cabins for young and old, video games in a small lounge, colors everywhere and even a haunted house in the toilets. Food on the go, sandwiches, wraps, paninis and grilled cheese, chili, soups and a few sweets on the menu, including the vegan brownie, not to mention the range of hot and cold drinks, with or without alcohol. To be discovered!

Those familiar with the neighborhood restaurant Simone won't be disoriented by this address. That said, Marcel offers a completely different experience, as the place is both an independent^3rd wave-style café and a buvette where natural wine takes center stage. Gourmet side dishes include oysters, a platter of terrines and sausages, grilled cheese with chicken and pesto, and mozzarella di bufala. We must also mention our love for the cosy decor. This address will quickly become your HQ in Joliette!

The Atwater Cocktail Club is THE speakeasy of the Saint-Henri district. It welcomes you, as it should, without any sign or indication. A normal alley, a little dark, located at the back of the restaurant Foiegwa (owners of the place), will lead you to a bar room with a sophisticated decor signed Gaulay Brothers. Banquettes and candles for a cozy atmosphere, chic cocktails for romantic evenings. On the slate, you can also find some of the dishes from the restaurant Foiegwa. A must-try if you're just passing through the neighborhood.

A place not to be missed on the banks of the Lachine Canal. After a walk, a bike ride or a kayak ride, what better than this huge terrace to enjoy a little more sunshine at the end of the day? The atmosphere is relaxed and you will meet groups of friends and families (some outdoor games are sometimes available). The range of beers from the McAuslan brewery is there, as well as some snacks for the aperitif. An address where regulars flock, especially to enjoy the incredible setting.

During the day, you come and sit there with your computer or a good book, enjoying a coffee or some pastries from the Autumn bakery, or simply to watch the people in a hurry passing by on the boulevard, behind the large bay windows. In the evening, the atmosphere is subdued, you order a glass of wine, many if the evening is good, and you let yourself be tempted to share a plate of 100% Quebec products. The Darling opened its doors in March 2017 and quickly won over the residents of the neighbourhood and elsewhere.

This jazz cellar is an institution of the Plateau. Every evening of opening, two shows are performed. From gypsy jazz to traditional jazz, passing by flamenco, everything is good to warm up the cold winter evenings. On the menu: tapas (oysters, tartar, pork from the market...) and a nice wine list. The bar participates in the Off-Jazz and the Montreal International Jazz Festival. An address for lovers of this musical style and hushed atmospheres.

Managed by a workers' cooperative, this little place specializes in roasting coffee that you can also buy to take away. It serves a varied menu at reasonable prices, concocted from organic and local products (breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches, savory snacks, sweet bites, etc.). You'll come here for the atmosphere and the conviviality of the place, but also for its beautiful visual art exhibitions featuring local artists. A perfect address for a coffee break!

An ideal stopover between your visits to Montebello, it offers in-house beers such as the classics ChocoBello (chocolate and vanilla milk stout), TrIPA3 (double IPA), Fantôme d'Ézilda (cold-hopped blonde) and Miss Beety (beet ale), not to mention ephemera like the white orange surette. And if you're feeling peckish, Souche-i's Québéco-Japanese-inspired dishes are just the thing. It's THE place to go out in Montebello!

SOIF | Bar à vin is the brainchild of Véronique Rivest, the first woman to stand on the podium (^2nd place) at the World's Best Sommelier Competition, in Tokyo in March 2013. Here, wine takes center stage, in all its colors and from the four corners of the globe. To accompany your glass, we offer a menu of appetizers, charcuterie or cheese boards, and simple but not simplistic dishes. To further your knowledge on the subject, Véronique offers workshops, all related to the wonderful world of oenology.

The name leaves no doubt: this is the place to be for craft beer, home-brewed and supported by a few guest vintages. The area's first brewery was established in the heart of Old Beloeil, in a historic village building. On sunny days, its large terrace overlooking the Richelieu River and Mont Saint-Hilaire is much sought-after. The food menu offers gourmet dishes (chicken Caesar salad, venison tartar, a wide selection of burgers, etc.) and generous portions. A great place to take it easy!

Strategically located in the heart of the Tremblant resort, La Diable is clearly one of the busiest craft breweries in the province. The resort's regulars and many passers-by particularly appreciate the slightly bitter British-style lager, the strong Trappist-style ale, the smooth black ale, or the Real Ale brewed using the traditional British method and served with a hand pump. As for the food, the portions are generous and the grilled meats a must!

Maelstrøm became known for its cold brew coffee, also called cold brew, in concentrate or ready-to-drink, which can be served hot or cold. Its small headquarters, with a look that is both bobo and industrial, obviously serves this home-made product, which can even be found in cocktails. The menu also includes coffees, of course, as well as a few craft beers and a wide range of classic and creative cocktails. On the plate, delicious dishes, vegan or not, without forgetting the brunch which attracts a good number of followers.

This café is one of the most pleasant gourmet landmarks in the area. In summer, the terrace on the street is shaded. In winter, you can sit on the benches near the windows to watch the snow fall. In all seasons, you can spend hours reading or working. Or even better: you come here for the ultimate afternoon tea experience with its sweet and savoury delicacies to be enjoyed with a good tea of your choice. Special mention for the scones!

The first microbrewery in the village has set up shop facing the bay. The setting is magnificent - with a beautiful terrace to boot - to savor one of their house beers. And we must believe that we are not the only ones who like their nectars, as they won eight awards at the prestigious World Beer Awards in the United Kingdom in the summer of 2021. That same year, the team took the opportunity to reinvent their gourmet menu, a selection that always matches the beers on the slate. Bonus: an adjoining boutique space.

If you feel like indulging in the famous afternoon tea ritual, this is the place to go! The Place Dufferin restaurant, located on the terrace of the same name, offers this fine gourmet experience in the best possible way. When you arrive, you'll be served a temptation of flavoured fruit. Then comes the ritual: Creamy Earl Grey, Golden Dragon Jasmine, Organic Oolong Goddess and several other delicious LOT 35 teas from Metropolitan Tea, accompanied by scones, traditional sandwiches, bites, pastries and mignardises. A must!

It's the little brother of Buvette Scott, still in the spirit of a friendly buvette, but with a few features that differentiate Sardines from its elder brother. Here, the emphasis is on craft beers, whether from Quebec or imported via a specialized agency (several Belgian lambics are worth a detour), not to mention a fine selection of wines. To accompany all this, there are a few nibbles that vary according to inspiration, such as assortments of artisanal charcuterie and cheeses, oysters and vitello tonneto.

This grandiose bar is entered through a tiny black door. The transparent roof reveals a romantic counter. Cocktails are light and delicate, like the Vol de Nuit (calvados, sherry, rum, crème de mûre, lemon and thyme) or round and gourmet, like the Bon pour le Moral (vodka, coconut, curacao, elderberry, rum, orange, pineapple, lemon and vanilla). Good news: you can also accompany your cocktail with a pizza from next door: Fugazzi Pizza. Even if the price is a few dollars higher when you go through this privileged setting.

At the corner of rue Notre-Dame Ouest and rue de Courcelle, this well-decorated neighborhood bar offers a rather classic and limited selection of beers, quickly compensated for by its relaxed atmosphere and cocktail menu. Snacks and hearty platters are also on offer. The bar often organizes events in partnership with local restaurants. Good to know: the leafy terrace stays sunny well into summer. A great place to discover the authentic spirit of the Saint-Henri district.

It all starts at a bicycle cafe that roams the streets of the city... Then, in 2016, Maxime and his two associates open their first café in the Petite-Patrie. In addition to a range of caffeinated drinks made from home-roasted beans, they serve excellent pastries and baked goods and simple, healthy snacks (sandwiches and bowls). This small neighbourhood address is so successful that another space will be opened downtown (café during the day, private room in the evening) in 2019, followed by a new roasting workshop on Masson Drive in 2020.

A superb space on the waterfront promoting local food and sustainability. You can stock up on local Quebec produce, especially at the Saturday farmers' market. On sunny days, you can also sit out on the magnificent terrace and enjoy a freshly squeezed juice, an organic, micro-torrefied coffee, or a glass of wine accompanied by local cheeses. Hungry eaters can turn to the food courts and the weekend gourmet brunch (9am-3pm). An essential break during a stroll through the Old Port!

Located in the heart of Place Royale, the first branch of this renowned coffee roaster invites you to take a well-deserved break, whether you're in the mood for a good espresso, an iced caramel fleur de sel latte or a homemade lemonade. You can also eat there, as the menu offers snacks, pastries, salads, sandwiches and delicious pastries for sweet teeth. There are several other locations in Quebec City, including the one on Rue des Jardins with its pretty interior courtyard, as well as one on Île d'Orléans.

Located in the heart of Tadoussac village, this coffee-shop has been serving locals and tourists alike since 2021. Hot or iced, all beverages are prepared here with care and love (especially the smoothies made with Nordic berries such as camerise and sea buckthorn). For a snack, pastries, salads, sandwiches, lunch bowls and other on-the-go delights are on offer, with options for vegetarians, vegans and gluten intolerants. Bonus: a small boutique corner with coffee-shop branded items.

The town of Bonaventure finally has its own microbrewery! Opened in summer 2022 in a beautiful, uncluttered space, it serves locals and visitors in search of local flavours. A dozen house nectars appear on the slate, and for discovery, we recommend the tasting tray of 4 small glasses. You can also enjoy a bite to eat on the premises, not to mention a program of shows, quiz nights and more. Board games available.

The former Caveau-Théâtre is now a microbrewery. The place's past and regional history are reflected in the names of the beers, such as La Guerre des Clochers (rye stout), the name of the last play performed at the Caveau-Théâtre before it closed, or La Dame des Neiges (Belgian white with forest essences), a reference to the patron saint of Trois-Pistoles. Programming of literary, musical and artistic events, and brunch on summer weekends.

A true North Shore microbrewery, its offerings include a Hefeweizen (a German-inspired wheat beer), an American IPA (bitter and floral hops), an English Bitter with "crâââbe" (yes, yes!) and a Farmhouse Ale (strong Saison with dune pepper), as well as tasty snacks and appetizers featuring tasty local produce. Also worth a visit: the Usine Saint-Pancrace, a brewing facility (self-guided discovery tour offered) and a boutique where you can stock up on home-brewed beers.

We love this multi-purpose place! Café bistro first, with a menu of light meals consisting of fine pizzas, succulent paninis, gourmet salads and other delicacies decorated with edible flowers, to be accompanied by a beer from the region. A cultural bistro with a varied artistic program: performing arts shows, art exhibitions, artists' workshops... Finally, a boutique with a great selection of regional products, art objects, weaving, etc. The owners have made this barn the cultural heart of the village.

This vast bar opened in September 2019, the day after the Montreal Climate March. Coincidence? Whatever the case, this new address on Plaza Saint-Hubert seems to be winning its bet, judging by the crowds who flock there for a drink (some twenty craft beers and house cocktails) or to attend an event ('live' every weekend and a karaoke night every Wednesday).

Little thirsty? Little peck? Pain in the legs? Just curious? Any excuse is good to discover this café, a little hidden treasure of the neighborhood. Located in a former bank, the decor is simply grandiose, from the floor to the ceiling through the columns. At the top of the large steps, you will find a quiet café area as well as a shared work area with meeting rooms and offices, where you can book an office for a day or a month. Very good coffee and fresh pastries every day.