Monday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Tuesday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Thursday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Friday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday

8:30 am - 9 pm

Sunday

8:30 am - 9 pm

About

1640 Bistro focuses on a diverse menu that balances rustic pizza preparations with versatile bistro fare. The kitchen utilizes traditional ovens to achieve consistent crust textures and balanced flavor profiles across all savory dough-based offerings. Classic culinary techniques dictate the preparation of ingredient-driven plates that favor seasonal freshness and simple, robust seasoning. The physical environment features a functional layout designed to accommodate varied group sizes without compromising individual space or accessibility. Patrons encounter a selection of standardized hot and cold morning options that emphasize reliable staples such as eggs, fresh breads, and artisanal toppings. Every dish reflects an adherence to standard bistro conventions where efficiency meets quality in a focused, accessible setting. The establishment maintains a streamlined operational flow that prioritizes clear presentation and culinary precision throughout the service.

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1640 Bistro is widely celebrated for its exceptional food, including standout dishes like the beef jowl, duck confit, various pastas, and high-quality burgers, often served in generous portions. Guests frequently praise the restaurant for its prime location in Old Quebec, offering a charming and atmospheric setting perfect for people watching from the outdoor patio. While the majority of diners report a welcoming and professional service experience that enhances their visit, some guests have encountered inconsistencies, noting occasional delays or challenges with staff friendliness and seating arrangements. Despite these mixed experiences, the overall consensus highlights a memorable culinary destination that remains a top recommendation for those visiting the area.

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Zhen

5.0

Beef Jowl is soooooo good. Fresh made pizza is awesome. Don't want to share them because they are well know & so busy already, But also want to share how good they are.

Jul 31, 2025

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5.0

Service incroyable, misique incroyable super ambiance. Belel place & la nouriture etait vraiment bonne ( Joue de boeuf & pizza charcutière).

Jan 14, 2024

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3.0

Nourriture un peu chère 26$ pour une petite pizza végétarienne pas très garnie, ça devient difficile de dire on va y retourner pour ça ...
Somme toute beau bar. Merci !

Jan 10, 2024

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5.0

Merci Stéphane & son équipe pour l'accueil & le service impeccable. La salade de choukale & la pizza la fromagère tous les 2 un délice, bien hâte de goûter d'autres plats.

Jul 16, 2023

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4.0

Quiet evening. Music was fantastic! Decor was good. French onion soup was superb! The pizza was delicious! Service was good.

Jun 8, 2023

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5.0

Excellent service, pizza charcutière sublime👍

Feb 25, 2023

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4.0

Beau restaurant, excellent service & nourriture délicieuse (tartares & pizza). Bref un beau moment.

Dec 11, 2022

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4.0

Aucun steak, vous avez bien lu! J'étais extrêmement déçu de ce restaurant! Aucun poisson non plus sauf le tartare de thon. La seule viande disponible était une joue de boeuf braisée & un tartare de boeuf avec du contre-filet. J'ai dû commander les deux viandes qu'ils ont: tartare de thon & de boeuf & je n'ai pas pu commander une bouteille de vin qui était au arômes plus légères. Le vin le plus doux que j'ai pu acheter dans le rouge était un vin qui était avec des notes destinées à être accordées avec une grillade. J'avais encore très faim après mon assiette & j'ai pensé commandé une pizza mais les quatre sortes était tous des saveurs dites artisanales mais bizarres... une pizza avec des oeufs à la coque, & autres. Finalement, ma conjointe & moi avons mis le bouchon sur notre bouteille de vin & sommes venus manger à la maison après notre deux cent dollars de facture, sans compter les frais de stationnement.

Oct 2, 2022

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4.5

The wait for the food was a little long but it was worth the wait. The vegetable pizza was great as well as the tuna tartare.

Aug 7, 2021

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Hearty breakfasts and refined bistro classics thrive in the timeless charm of Old Québec.

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