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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

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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+)
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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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5.0

Had dinner at Bistro Ortus & really enjoyed it. The food was fresh & flavorful, & the vibe was relaxed but nice. Service was friendly & quick. Would definitely go back next time I'm in town.

Aug 6, 2025
on Google

Our dinner was absolutely incredible with each dish being a flavour explosion & presented so beautifully. We started with the Bison Carpaccio & the Quebec Three Cheeses. Our mains were the Quebec Trout & the Beef Tenderloin. An exquisite dining experience with excellent attentive service.

Aug 3, 2025
on Google
5.0

Notre place pour un bon brunch sans gluten à Québec !

Aug 3, 2025
on Google
4.0

The service was great & fast.

I got the lunch menu which was a bio salad, really fresh & good taste!

Then I had the salmon tartare. The fish was good, therefor, there are lots of dill in the tartare, so if you dont really like dill, I do not recommend it for you. That little purée was tasty & sweet.

As for dessert, i had the creme brûlée, really good as well!

Jul 31, 2025
on Google

An extraordinary brunch & gluten free as well. The place to go for anyone with Celiac Disease.

Jul 30, 2025
on Google

Un excellent resto , délicieux & savoureux avec de produits du terroir.

Jul 29, 2025
on Google

We came back twice for the pouding chomeur. We tried two other pouding chomeurs in the city (La Buche, L'Antiquaire Buffet), & they weren't even close. This one was buttery, & the icecream was heavy bodied & homemade. Be sure to order extra ice cream. We didn't notice a difference from the menu being gluten-free.
We sat on the patio with our dog. It wasn't overly crowded or loud like some others. Service was perfect.

Jul 29, 2025
on Google

The food & service was wonderful!

Jul 26, 2025
on Google

Wow. Just Wow. As a Celiac it's heaven. &, for non-Celiacs, it's still heaven. On our month long trip (we're in week 3), we visited three times (& will go back for a 4th)! Everything we tried was delicious. Even the sangria! A MUST is the CHOMEUR PUDDING! Wow, again. Just wow.

Jul 23, 2025
on Google

Such a lovely little farm to table restaurant in the busy part of the old city. Everything on the menu was gluten free so it was perfect for my partner. A true foodie's delight with a place that is truly passionate about locally grown fresh food!

Jul 23, 2025
on Google