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Bistro Hortus Quebec RestoQuebec.ca
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Bistro Hortus

Located in Vieux-Québec Hotel
Old-Quebec
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 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

Details

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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Reviews for Bistro Hortus

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on Google4.5 (1300+)
*as of 2026-07-21
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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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This brilliantly created establishment elevates cusine to the highest level with a carefree, yet calculated approach. We found it online as one of few farm to table restaurants in this heavily touristed area of Quebec City. We went in not knowing at the time that it was a completely gluten free environment. After reviewing the menu I had some concern, but kept an open mind, glad I did. There was no chance of disappointment here. A well crafted meal was presented to us with style & flare, yet simple & fresh in its ingredient selections. Fresh everything, including honey off the comb! Don't miss an opportunity to be pleasantly surprised!

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

So amazing! We couldn't decide where to have dinner & happened upon another review & decided to give it a try. The food was incredible. We had the trout & the veggie lasagna for mains & the dessert was the vegan chocolate cake & the caramel soaked cake with ice cream (can't recall the name). Both were amazing.

Aug 26, 2025
on Google

Très belle endroit pour sortir entre amis.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

Excellente surprise !
Le service woaw notre serveuse était top, de très bons conseils, souriante ça faisait du bien. Niveau boisson on recommande le vin québécois B1, le cocktail boreal est super bon aussi. Les assiettes sont généreuses fraîches & bonnes.
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Le prix reste élevé : deux verres de vins pour 36$ avec taxes & pourboire pour une bouteille qui coûte 20$ en boutique 😒

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

What a wonderful find. Food, service & atmosphere were excellent. We dined at outside table for lunch. Menu recommendations: Onion soup, filet mignon & burger.

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

Decided to stop mid afternoon, completely unexpected . We ordered from the 3-5 pm menu. Wowowow! Mini poutine & Hortus nachos. Great serving sizes & GLUTEN FREE✔?✔?
Polite staff , great discovery !

Aug 17, 2025
on Google

Really chill place. The entire menu is gluten free (yes !) if you are gluten intolerant go for it !

Aug 11, 2025
on Google

Belle découverte de ce bistro ou tout est fait maison … belle étape dans un endroit très touristique

Aug 10, 2025
on Google

Délicieux & tout fait maison ! Bon rapport qualité prix. Je recommande particulièrement la truite du Québec. Merci !

Aug 10, 2025
on Google

Clara c'est la meilleur !!

Excellent service, toujours à l'affût.

Aug 9, 2025
on Google