A Food-lover’s guide to Quebec City

$$ If you’re looking for some traditional québécoise cuisine, you’ll love La Buche. Comfort food is their specialty. These are a must try ❤️ 🍽Homemade crêpes avec saumon, fromage du chèvre (goat cheese), et épinards (spinach) 🍽French toast with caramelized apples and apple butter

$$ ADD THIS TO THE LIST ✨ This is a unique spot with Indigineous inspired meals and local craft brews. You’ll see lots of game on the menu. Try their specialty “Yatista” (fire) for an authentic dining experience. What you’ll also love: 🍽Three Sisters Soup (another specialty) 🍺Any of the local craft brews

$$ Another one on my bucket list of hidden local gems that tourists don’t know about. They have an excellent wine and beer list with tribute to local producers.

$$$ If you’ve never tried rabbit before, here’s your chance to get adventurous! The patio is cozy and nestled along the cobblestone streets of Petit Champlain, which makes it the perfect date spot. My faves: 🍽Rabbit poutine (try both sauces) 🍽Quebec discoveries tasting platter (rabbit, duck, cheese, pickles vegetables)

$$ Head outside of the old city and go to the neighborhood of Saint-Saveur. I have yet to visit this one but I’ve heard good things! It’s a sustainable + zero waste restaurant that serves only local fare. Try their 5 course tasting menu, where everything is homemade using only local ingredients from their 70+ artisanal suppliers.

$$$ On my list of places to try! Located in the local neighborhood of Saint-Sauveur, this is a small deli with traditional French and Quebecois cuisine. Try the blood pudding - it’s apparently amazing.

$ This ones a bit off the beaten path where students, local artists, and writers frequent. Cantook café is everyone's favourite coffee shop in Saint-Jean-Baptiste. It’s also my favorite place to grab a coffee in Quebec City!

$$ A bit outside of the touristy area but worth the drive. If you’re looking for some authentic Québécoise smoked meat, you’ll enjoy this place. Service in English can be hit or miss depending on the staff working at the time.

$$$ This restaurant is within walking distance from the old city. What you’ll love: 🍽The rabbit & duck 🍽The wine selection

$ A true local gem. These guys have been making homemade bagels since 1987 and they’re really good at it. Arguably the best bagels I’ve had in Quebec City. You’ll love ❤️: 🥯Smoked salmon sandwich 🥯La Sauvagine (veg option) Tip: go before 9 am to avoid any lines if you’re going on the weekend.

$$$ Bet you didn’t know that Quebec had its own revolving restaurant. It’s a spectacular view at sunset. 📍Mont Calm neighborhood

$ A truly authentic casse-croute. One of their specialties? Poutine! The price is reasonable and the portion sizes are very generous. This is a must-try ❤️

$$$ This is a really charming neighborhood bistro in an up-and-coming area. It’s also a true tribute to its local artists and producers. The menu is locally sourced and top quality. You’ll also notice that the walls covered with interesting local art. You’ll love the local vibes here! Must try ❤️ 🍽The beef

$$ Napoliton pizza baked the Italian way. The ingredients are fresh and buy from local Québec farmers. MUST TRY!

$$ On the top of my list. The menu is limited but packed with flavour. You can even see directly inside the chef’s kitchen while you’re seated.

$$$ A true foodie experience. The menu is a set $70 with a meat of vegetarian option. You must purchase tickets ahead of time on their website or call in. Or, you can take your chances with a “walk in” but I would not take the chance if you’re seriously interested.

$ L’île d’Orléans is known as Quebec’s farmers market on an island. It’s only a 20 minute drive from Quebec City, but you can easily spend an entire day here. It’s very big! Take a long drive around the island, stopping at the farms and vendors to grab picnic supplies. There’s many spots along the road with a grassy hill and beautiful view of the river. Local faves ❤️ 1) La Boulange (best croissants) 2) La Chocolaterie 3) Fromagerie 🧀 Ferme Audet (goat cheese) 4) Ferme Jean-Pierre Plante (pick your own strawberries)

$$ A trip to Île d’Orléans is not complete unless you’ve been to Cassis Mona et Filles ❤️ Cassis is black currant. And trust me, it’s makes a good wine and liquor. I recommend to begin with a tasting tour (no pre-booking required, they run on regular set intervals). If you’re hungry, grab lunch on their restaurant patio - La Monnaguette - which offers spectacular views of the river and bridge. My favorite is the “crème de cassis” ice cream. You must try!