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Bistro Hortus

Located in Vieux-Québec Hotel
Old-Quebec
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 9:30 am
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Brunch: Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 am to 12:30pm.
Organic/BioMarketVegetarianVegan OptionsHealthyKetoSaladsTartareCreativeBistroSeafood/FishRegionalGluten-free OptionsBoutique-CounterBrunchGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of wines

About

IN PHOTOS (pdf)

By combining freshness and creativity, the Bistro Hortus offers you a menu rich in local and organic products. For your greatest pleasure, chef Stéphane Roth presents a menu of the “Ferme à la Table” trend. With his unique cooking style, he puts the spotlight as much on meat and fish as on vegetables, always with a view to eco-responsible cuisine. An experience combining good food, good atmosphere and good prices awaits you!

Hortus is the proud owner of two green rooftop gardens located in the heart of Vieux-Québec, right above you! Our crops are quintessential part of your meal.

Our chef Stéphane Roth harvesting fresh vegetables from our roof.

Our gardens will provide some of the fruits and vegetables used in our recipes. Production being limited due to space constraint, we work closely with Quebec farmers who grow organic produce.

OUR BEES

We also own multiple beehives placed onto large strawberry fields at l’ole-d’orleans, home of our Oh Bio partner. Tree beehives are located on the rooftop of Hotel du Vieux Quebec and greatly improve the pollination of our gardens.

The importance of bees to biodiversity

Besides providing their beloved honey, bees are a fondamental part of every aspect linked to the ecosystem. Bees are the most important pollinators, close to 80%, therefore essential to flowering plants reproduction. They are also vital through food chain, considering that 35% of fruits and vegetables depend on pollination by insects

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Our Specialties

Local and organic products, meat, fish and vegetables, from an eco-responsible perspective.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 80 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac
Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 am to 12:30pm.
Located in Vieux-Québec Hotel
Parkings in the street.
Contact us for more details.
35 seats
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on Google4.5 (1300+)
*as of 2026-07-18
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Review Summary

Bistro Hortus is widely recognized as a premier destination in Old Quebec, celebrated for its high-quality, farm-to-table cuisine and inclusive, entirely gluten-free menu. Guests frequently praise the fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative dishes, with specific highlights including the pouding chomeur, goat cheese appetizers, and various duck preparations. While the atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, charming, and welcoming, with a beautiful terrace, the service is a standout feature for many, often characterized as attentive, professional, and exceptionally friendly. Although experiences regarding noise levels and certain menu experimentalism can vary, the restaurant remains a highly recommended spot for those with dietary restrictions and anyone seeking a flavorful, authentic dining experience in the heart of the city.
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Had a delicious dinner here. The lavender cocktail was outstanding & the food was wonderful as well. Atmosphere seemed like a French country bistro & the noise level was very low. Nice choice for a romantic dinner.

Jul 13, 2026
on Google

Excellent Bistro personnelle super gentille & le brunch excellent

Jun 23, 2026
on Google

Super bistro avec une nourriture variée & fine ! Le service est au top, rapide, poli & sympathique ! Puis les prix sont vraiment corrects, je conseil à 100%

Jun 8, 2026
on Google

Beau petit bistro menu d'exception sans gluten

May 16, 2026
on Google
4.0

Bistro Hortus was a meal I had been looking forward to, especially given its farm-to-table concept & tasting menu. The staff is friendly & attentive. The place is cozy & pleasant.
The presentation throughout the meal was beautiful, each course was thoughtfully plated & visually appealing. However, several times the flavors simply didn't match the aesthetics.
The venison appetizer looked stunning but lacked depth & flavor. The main course followed a similar pattern: attractive presentation, but the sauce fell flat. That said, the duck & vegetables themselves were well-prepared & properly cooked. Dessert was the biggest disappointment. It came across as underwhelming & somewhat incomplete, partially poached, hard to cut, lacking flavor, & paired with bland crumbs that didn't add much to the dish.
I should note that I wasn't alone in this experience, others at my table who ordered the same tasting menu (priced at $75 CAD) shared similar feedback. In hindsight, the next time, I will order from the regular menu instead. Recommended, with some caveats.

May 4, 2026
on Google

Nous avons profité du Festival Table Gourmande pour essayer ce magnifique bistro. Belle ambiance & excellent service. Le menu concocté pour le festival était plein de saveurs & odeurs. Quelle bonne idée d'ajouter l'odeur du bois en mangeant le canard. Délicieux. Seul bémol, le dessert. Il était peut-être un peu trop éclectique pour le reste du menu.
Quel belle surprise d'obtenir un 15% pour les locaux. Très apprécié. Belle terrasse que nous n'avons pas utilisé à cause du temps.
Je recommande

Apr 23, 2026
on Google
5.0

Super petit bistro, bonne cuisine bistronomique
Les plats sont super bons

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

Arrêt improvisé, spontané, un dimanche, n'ayant jamais entendu parler de ce Bistro Hortus. Menu brunch lors de ma visite, choisi le plat'En Meurette'. Portion généreuse, service très sympathique, saveurs distinguées. Conquis !!

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Le service est courtois & amical.
L'endroit est très bien car vivant avec plusieurs passants.
Le hamburger est excellent mais il mériterait une sauce pour être moins sec.
Un bistro où je peux retourner pour un dîner.

Dec 27, 2025
on Google

When I arrived at Bistro Hortus on my birthday for my reservation for three people, I decided I wanted to eat alone because my family was driving me insane. Marianne, who was also my server, was happy to allow me to eat alone. She sat my family separate from me. I am so glad that I at alone.
The staff was wonderful & very sympathetic to me being very sad on my birthday. My mood changed when I sat down. The music playing was great & the atmosphere was classy, but it gave me a casual homey feeling.
After ordering the Quebec Lamb Shank, I settled into a super yummy meal. I found myself rocking my head back & forth to the music & enjoying the delicious food. At one point, I actually closed my eyes without knowing it because I was so relaxed & the food was so good. The cider I ordered was also refreshing & light.
For dessert, I ordered Pouding Chomeur. Because they knew it was my birthday, my dessert came with it a super cool zig zag candle that came out of the board It was served on. I felt really special in a place I had never been before. It was simply divine. If you do not like very sweet desserts, this one might not be for you. Although the caramel sauce is very sweet, the maple ice cream that is served with balances it out. ORDER IT & see!
Overall this is a great place to eat, or just to get some tea, coffee or a glass of wine. If you are living a gluten-free lifestyle, you will love this restaurant. Instead of searching all over the menu for something that you can eat, the entire menu is open to you. I will come back again before my trip is over.

Nov 26, 2025
on Google