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Aux Anciens Canadiens

Old-Quebec
4.4$$ & $$$
OPEN11:30 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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Reviews for Aux Anciens Canadiens

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Service
on Google4.4 (3300+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
67%
4★
15%
3★
9%
2★
8%
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2%

Review Summary

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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Great hearty food menu with a traditional experience. Large portions & a welcoming staff.

Apr 28, 2024
on Google

The restaurant is only over 60 years old but in a building that is over 300 years old. The atmosphere is so warm & comfy with the service being exceptional. If you are a tourist in Quebec & want to try some of the local dishes, this is a place I recommend without breaking the bank & being authentic & flavourful at the same time. My kids enjoyed the meals by the fireplace & will always be a great memory for us visiting Quebec.

Apr 28, 2024
on Google

Ambiance is good, service is slow. But most importantly, food was really not good. I ordered the specialty dish of 3 different tenderloins, 1 was good the other 2 were bad. Also the side vegetables are below average My wife took chicken breast (cordon bleu), that tasted like frozen nuggets reheated, again with the sauce & veggies being below average Wine is good. We took white wine All in all not worth the experience

Apr 27, 2024
on Google

Nice food & friendly staff. This will be the place to go if you'd like to try local food.

Apr 27, 2024
on Google

We went here on out trip recently because the reviews were very good. We made a reservation for 5:30 pm. We were seated shortly after & the service was good. The restaurant vibe was interesting. The decor didn't seem on par with an upscale restaurant. We decided to get an appetizer which was crab cakes. They were good but the price was a bit steep at $22.00 for 2 cakes. I ordered the filet mignon for my dinner. The steak itself was incredible but the sides were just okay. The fries were kind of mushy & not crispy. It was also a huge portion of fries. My husband got the 3 filet dish which had red deer, bison, & elk. He really liked the meat but again sides were just okay. You expect a bit more at nearly $60/per plate. We then finished off with a dessert - chocolate pie & bread pudding. Both pretty good but again the price was a bit steep. I think each were about 16 dollars. So all in all, it was good but for the prices? No. I wouldn't recommend & I wouldn't go back. The dinners we had on previous nights were much better & worth the higher price.

Apr 26, 2024
on Google

Lovely cottage quaint space with amazing staff & tasty food

Apr 25, 2024
on Google

tout simplement incroyable, je pense que le bourguignon de bisons est le meilleur plat que j'ai mangé de ma vie. Quelle sauce !!! Un grand merci c'était génial. La formule du midi est parfaite c'est l'endroit où aller pour bien manger à Québec & manger Quebecois !

Apr 19, 2024
on Google

Came for lunch, wasn't that hungry so we were able to share between two - the special was the perfect size for us !!! Loved everything, but REALLY RECOMMEND the maple pie!! Amazing service, the waitstaff were exceptionally friendly & kind.

Apr 19, 2024
on Google
5.0

Heerlijk eten met goede wijnen. Vriendelijk personeel. De trio van red deer, bizon en Elk was een waar feest. Met twee personen deelden wij een schotel medium-rare en een schotel medium gebakken vlees, waaruit significante verschillen in smaak en textuur nog duidelijker werden. Hierbij dronken we een Canadese pinot noir en een Bordeaux wijn. De ijswijn uit Ontario was een perfecte afsluiter.

Apr 15, 2024
on Google

Les plats sont vraiment bons. C'est une très bonne adresse pour découvrir les plats locaux. & le service a été excellent. Je vous recommande de vous y arrêter.

Apr 14, 2024
on Google