Monday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Tuesday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Sunday

11:30 am - 9 pm

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Aux Anciens Canadiens specializes in traditional French-Canadian cuisine featuring regional staples such as tourtière, bison, and elk. The menu highlights locally sourced ingredients prepared using classic grilling and slow-cooking techniques that reflect historical culinary practices. Patrons encounter a setting defined by authentic architecture, thick stone walls, and woodwork that creates a dense, rustic atmosphere. This establishment prioritizes rich, savory flavors through hearty meat preparations and classic vegetable pairings characteristic of the surrounding territory. Every dish aims to present the fundamental essence of regional gastronomy with precise attention to traditional seasoning and cooking methods. The consistent focus remains on authentic, robust flavors served within a structural environment that mirrors the heritage of the region through its preserved interior design and consistent, reliable preparation styles.

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Aux Anciens Canadiens is widely celebrated for its charming, historic atmosphere and its dedication to traditional Québécois cuisine, with many visitors praising the authentic setting housed in one of the oldest buildings in the city. Guests frequently highlight the attentive and friendly service, particularly when enjoying the popular lunch specials, and many consider the maple syrup pie and various meat dishes to be standout offerings. While the vast majority of diners describe their experience as memorable and delicious, some reviewers note that the food quality can be inconsistent, with a few guests finding certain dishes to be overpriced or underwhelming compared to the historic reputation of the institution.

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Estelita

5.0

We had a late lunch here, enjoyed the Lunch Special starting at $39.99 CAN for 1 glass if wine or beer
A soup
A main
& dessert.

We had the Meat Pie & the Bison Burgonion.

Dec 12, 2025

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Clément

5.0

Accueille super comme dans beaucoup d'endroit au Québec.
Un menu du midi à 40$ complet avec un verre de vin ou une bière, une entrée, un plat & un dessert.
Les plats sont généreux & fait maison.

Service super ! Je recommande sans hésite

Oct 30, 2025

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Dean

5.0

We were recommended Aux Anciens Canadiens by previous visitors to Quebec City & it didn't disappoint.The food & service was excellent.Our server Noemie was fantastic. You couldn't ask for a nicer young lady..My wife & I had Grandmas treat with a pea soup appetizer & crème brûlée for dessert.It was all very good.Definitely will return the next time we're in Quebec City

Oct 13, 2025

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David

5.0

Some will comment that this is more of a tourist attraction than a restaurant full of local families. While that it is probably true given the location, is is also a great place for delicious traditional Québécois fare. The décor is charming with many antiques & our dinner was delicious. While our dinner was great, dessert was a highlight with maple crème bulee & blueberry pie.

Aug 9, 2025

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3.0

Generous portions, food was edible, but nothing to write home about. There are plenty of restaurants in Quebec that offer outstanding food for these prices. It's ok if you want fill up on big portion of food, basic wine & dessert.

Aug 4, 2025

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Teresa

5.0

I would 100% recommend this place! We tried the red deer, bison, & elk meat, & it was delicious. We also had the traditional dish poutine, which is fries with gravy & cheese.
As a dessert we had a typical pie with maple syrup which was AMAZING
What really stood out was the kindness & attention of the staff at all times.
If you're visiting Quebec, you shouldn't miss it!

Jul 28, 2025

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Celine

5.0

Nous avons testé ce restaurant au hasard d'une flânerie & nous n'avons pas été déçus, bien au contraire !! Le cadre est original & très agréable, le service impeccable & la nourriture excellente !!
Nous avons pris la formule entrée / plat / dessert / boisson du midi & le prix reste plus que correct. Les entrées ne sont pas trop volumineuses. Les plats sont plus généreux mais cela reste correct. Les desserts sont ultra gourmands. Bref, une très belle découverte où nous retournerons sans aucun doute !

Jul 24, 2025

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Bugwagen

5.0

Had our lunch in one of the oldest houses in QC. Traditional Quebecois food was good. Love the Quebec meat pie & the maple syrup pie dessert. The set meal is quite good deal when shared.

Jul 11, 2025

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Lee

5.0

Four of us had the lunch special, three courses plus a local beer or wine for 39.99 CAD. Appetizer, main, dessert. Many options available, some with an upcharge, all very good. My vegetarian wife had enough good vegetarian options. Recommended by a guide earlier in the day, even though it wasn't one of our stops.

Jun 30, 2025

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Anastasiia

5.0

The pea soup & duck confit were delicious. The portion sizes for the main course & dessert were quite large - a bit too much for my taste, but great if you're really hungry. I also appreciated the availability of non-alcoholic beer options.

Jun 10, 2025

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