Monday

10 am - 10 pm

Tuesday

10 am - 10 pm

Wednesday

10 am - 10 pm

Thursday

10 am - 10 pm

Friday

10 am - 10 pm

Saturday

10 am - 10 pm

Sunday

10 am - 10 pm

About

Au 1884 serves an array of artisanal sandwiches prepared with locally sourced breads and regional ingredients. The menu emphasizes traditional Quebecois flavors through thoughtfully constructed items that highlight local charcuterie and regional cheeses. A dedicated selection of desserts and sweets complements the savory offerings, showcasing classic pastries and maple-infused confections. The space provides a functional environment designed for focused consumption of these specialized regional products. Patrons select from a curated list of handheld options that prioritize ingredient transparency and consistent preparation methods. Every item reflects the historical culinary practices of the surrounding territory, ensuring an authentic experience for those seeking regional staples. The menu avoids modern embellishments to maintain a strict focus on the fundamental quality of locally produced components and traditional snack varieties.

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*as of 2026-07-15

4.4 114 ratings

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Au 1884 is a popular stop located on the boardwalk, offering a mix of views, snacks, and refreshments. Many visitors praise the quality of the ice cream and gelato, often highlighting these as the standout items, while opinions on the sandwiches and hot beverages remain mixed. The service is frequently described as friendly and efficient, though some experiences have been marred by inconsistent staff performance or concerns over pricing. Despite these variations, the location remains a go-to spot for those seeking a quick treat or a warm drink in a picturesque setting.

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Brian

5.0

Wonderful for coffee in the morning & something to cool off late

Jun 9, 2026

on Google

5.0

A compact & beautiful coffee shop at an iconic & historical place. The hot coffee on a chilly day was really enjoyable. Service was extremely good.
A memorable moment.

Apr 4, 2026

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Alistair

4.0

Its a tiny shop that sells tickets gor the tobogan & does hot / cold snack food & coffee. In winter its very busy

Dec 17, 2025

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Preethi

2.0

Gelato & coffee was amazing but, staff here is very rude! Very!!

Sep 1, 2024

on Google

Ted

5.0

Really nice service & incredible location. Prices reasonable for ice cream & coffee. Service Cantook coffee which is one of the best Quebec City roasters.

Jul 8, 2024

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Artyom

5.0

Discovered recently this café. Mesmerizing views on St Laurent river & Château Frontenac. Friendly staff. Great service. Visiting Québec city & not for the 1st time coming in here to grab a coffee with croissant. Nice place to relax & to enjoy the city.Thank you

Feb 22, 2024

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Susanna

5.0

Small shop you can pop in fmto grab s drink, snack or drink. We got lattes & croissants. I'm usually not a coffee person but it was divine! They also warmed up our croissants. Very small location, only a few seats inside.

Feb 10, 2024

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Yoo

2.0

The cashier forcibly takes tips from tourists. He already pressed the menu for ‘tip’ on the terminal & passed it on to me. There was no option for ‘no tip’. Definitely takes advantages of non-French speaking tourists. The dudes making coffee though were very friendly despite their coffee tasting very bad.
Would not return.

Aug 21, 2023

on Google

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