ARVI is shaking conventions to return to the essence of human experience in restoration. It expresses a free kitchen, strong in character, carried by the same team, from the stove to the customers. The seasonal products are declined in two menus whose dishes are made before your eyes, in a spirit of proximity and friendliness as pleasant as unusual.
ARVI offers a unique and memorable fine dining experience in Quebec City, characterized by its innovative open kitchen concept where the culinary team manages both the cooking and the service. Guests frequently praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the professional, attentive staff who contribute to a relaxed, authentic environment. The tasting menus highlight creative, well-crafted dishes that showcase local ingredients, with the signature foie gras and thoughtful wine pairings frequently earning high acclaim. While some diners have noted individual preferences regarding wine styles or the unconventional service flow, the vast majority of visitors describe their time at the restaurant as an exceptional, high-quality journey that stands out as a must-visit destination for food lovers.
Excellent meal. We did the vegetarian tasting. Absolutely loved every course & wine. The servers/ chefs were super friendly & explained each course thoughtfully! We loved loved loved our meal & will def be back next trip. Excellent all around
My visit to Arvi left me with mixed feelings. With the restaurant often associated with a Michelin-level dining experience, my expectations were naturally quite high.
Unfortunately, the evening started with a noticeable delay. Our reservation was at 7:00 PM, yet the first appetizer arrived only at 8:00 PM. Waiting an entire hour for the first bite felt unusually long for a restaurant positioning itself at this level of fine dining.
As for the cuisine, while there were moments of creativity, only about three dishes truly stood out as being at the level one would expect from a Michelin-caliber kitchen. One of these was a pleasant surprise from the chef, which was indeed memorable & thoughtfully executed.
The wine pairing, however, felt less precise than expected. The selections did not always complement the dishes in a harmonious way, & the overall pairing seemed somewhat unfocused.
There were certainly highlights during the evening, but when dining at a restaurant of this reputation, one hopes for a seamless experience - where timing, precision, & harmony between food & wine come together effortlessly. Unfortunately, that balance was not fully achieved during this visit.
Mar 15, 2026
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Ok this was a very nice experience.
We were a party of 4 peeps & we had a blast!!
First of all, when I arrived i got confused because there was another restaurant next to it, then I kinda look to the glass & I saw random printed letters & it reads'A R V I', so i kinda like it is not a flashy place.
The service is great, they don't have serveurs so it's the same kitchen staff who's bringing the dishes & wine. They were all very nice & informative about anything we got to ask so'shout out' to them & the chef.
We have a 5 course dinner paired with wine & everything was delicious, it was a really nice trip with some unfamiliar flavors or ingredients, which we were so happy to take & discover.
100% recommended
5 course menu paired with wine plus services was around $200 pp
We stayed around 3hours & a half.
Ps. Look for'Domaine Arvi' on maps, this is the winery from the chef & they do have visits & food also, check it out!
Nous avons pris le menu dégustation avec l'accord de vins ce qui fut un excellent choix . Bien sûr je vous recommande de prendre le pain au foie gras en extra qui se révèle être un coup de coeur cochon mémorable!
Des plats confectionnés avec des ingrédients locaux qui nous font découvrir des producteurs d'ici. Une belle harmonie créé par le chef Julien Masia. Ce fut également un beau spectacle de voir toute l'équipe faire le service tout en cuisinant tout au long de la soirée.
We had a fantastic meal at ARVI. High quality food made from local & in season ingredients & excellent wine pairings. It's also quite the show in an open kitchen with every chef sharing all responbilities, both FOH & BOH.
This was a wonderful dining experience. The servers/chefs are so nice & welcoming. The food was delicious. Inventive & well-executed. We had 1 of the meat tasting menu & 1 of the vegetable tasting menu so we could try it all. Both were great. We also had a couple drinks that were very tasty, including one left to the discretion of our server/chef/mixologist :)
Went here for a fun experience & left absolutely glowing. You're greeted so warmly coming in, with every chef working as a server as well creating this really cool harmony within the restaurant. I saw them make everything in front of us & each dish was explained throughly. Highly recommend a wine pairing since their wine choices are super unique. My biggest thing I'll take from this restaurant is how open & warm all the chefs were. Fantastic people & fantastic cuisine, if you're looking for a fun & full sensory experience, I highly recommend!!
Quelle belle expérience que nous avons vécue ! Tout était délicieux, les chefs sont sympathiques, prennent le temps de nous expliquer tout ce qui nous est servi. Accord mets vins impeccable ! Une expérience à renouveler ! Le foie gras !!!! WoW ! Nous recommandons à tout ceux qui aiment découvrir des saveurs recherchées & exceptionnelles.
MICHELIN
