Eating in Quebec City

Eating in Quebec is just as expensive as eating in Europe.  I guess they catered to the tourist so they charged tourist price.  There were also two types of taxes added on to the bill so that racked up the total cost very fast.  The two taxes together were almost 15% of the bill.  Tip was not included so add at least another 15%.  

 

Escargot in garlic sauce.

Strawberries
 Quebec is one of the major producer of strawberries.  I tasted the sweetest strawberries ever!  It was a bit smaller than the normal steroid ones back in the state but it was so sweet and juicy!

 


Poutine

This originated in Québec.  It consisted of French fries drizzled with gravy, cheese, and pork.  I was not a fan of soggy French fries but I did try it and failed to see the fascination. 

Beaver Tail

This was definitely a treat I enjoyed and was made of dough with cinnamon and sugar.  There were several toppings to chose from but I enjoyed the basic cinnamon and sugar.  It was a nice hot treat to have especially when it was cold outside. 

Cinnamon Beaver Tail

Maple Syrup

Quebec is one of the major supplier of maple syrup.  Maple syrup taffy (“Snow Candy” or “Sugar on Snow”) can be made by pouring maple syrup over the snow and rolling it up on to a stick.  

Café Du Monde

A definitely "must miss"!  The Café was located at the port with beautiful view of the Saint Lawrence River.  The coffee was nothing to salivate over and the service was horrible.  It definitely did not live up to its famous name.  You cannot just order coffee while sitting at the table.  So if you just want coffee, the bar was the only place you can sit. 

Le Grill
This was right outside of Chateau Frontenac.  It was overpriced and the food sub par. 
I would skip all those restaurants on the strip and just go a few blocks down.  The presentation was good with friendly service but this was definitely a tourist trap.  Eat here if you want the view of the Chateau while eating but go down a few blocks for good food.

Salmon Tartare

Duck salad

Le Cochon Dingue

This was definitely my favorite in Québec.  The waitress was very sweet and friendly.  I had lunch and breakfast here and it was delicious!  The restaurant was very big but because it was sectioned off, it felt like a little café. 

Their famous seafood pot pie.

Breakfast of champion.

Parmesan

This Italian Bistro was in the heart of Old Québec in upper town.  This was definitely a must eat!  The pastas were made fresh and the atmosphere was alive and exuberant.  Accordion player walked around the restaurant serenading guests with his partner that played the “two spoons”.  I don’t know what it’s called but it’s a sound that makes when you hit two spoons together.  The restaurant was a bit crowded but the atmosphere was upbeat and enjoyable.  The wait for our food was a bit long but worth the wait.  I would definitely not have the calamari though.  It was the worst calamari I had ever had.  I was dry and stale.  My dish of seafood linguini was delicious but the chicken parmesan was a miss.  The restaurant was famous for its fresh pasta and several famous faces have dined there.  

Bello Restaurant
I ran into this little restaurant to hide from the rain.  It turned out to be a very good find.  It was a bit expensive but at least the food lived up to the price.  My salmon tar tar was very fresh.  The scallops in cream sauce was perfect!  Definitely worth the money!  Downstairs, the wine cellar was next to the restroom through glass doors.  The design and layout was very modern.  

Scallops in cream sauce.

Salmon Tatare

Lemon cake.

Le Petite Chateau

This little cafe next to the Chateau is famous for their crepes.  I am not an expert on crepe but I am an expert in eating and I did not think the crepes were something to marvel at.  Wi-fi is free here so you can sit and enjoy but there is no view of the Chateau even though it is right next to it.

French Toast

Crepes