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Bistro Hortus

Located in Vieux-Québec Hotel
Old-Quebec
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today 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 2026-07-19
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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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Amazing 100% gluten free experience! Highly recommend!

May 11, 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

J'ai été séduit par le nom.
J'ai fait l'expérience de manger au bar ,avec tout l'équipe qui font le service.
Vraiment une belle expérience.
Le menu découverte, vraiment très bon & finir par goûter au rayon de miel.
Oui il produise leur miel....
Plus qu'un repas, une expérience, une découverte qui éveil les sens.
& pour couronner le tout, une merveilleuse équipe.
Vraiment tous gentils.
Il y avait un dessert tellement alléchant que je l'ai mangé sans faire la photo....
Merci

May 2, 2026
on Google

Best food in Quebec city! 100% gluten free, local fresh foods, home made honey, & just a great experience overall! Not only compares to the greatest restaurants around the province, but competes!

May 2, 2026
on Google

Dans ma ville d'adoption, ma vie y est si douce… Je recommande, si vous lise mon commentaire, à votre prochain brunch dans le Vieux-Québec de faire comme moi de découvrir Le Hortus, là où le sans gluten y est une vocation… La terrasse y est tellement invitante!

May 2, 2026
on Google

Lovely meal & wonderful service. So many options if you have dietary restrictions. They have their own honey from the rooftop as well!

Apr 28, 2026
on Google

Great restaurant we discovered during our stay in quebec city. We tried the table gourmande menu & everything was really good. But what really stood out was the service. The manager was amazing & super attentiv, friendly. We really appreciated him. Thanks for the experience

Apr 27, 2026
on Google
5.0

Tres bon resto, venus lundi soir & le service du jeune homme (typé asiatique) je n'ai pas son nom desolé a ete vraiment super merci a vous

Apr 27, 2026
on Google

Wow super restaurant merci ludovic

Apr 27, 2026
on Google

Première fois que je découvre ce resto pendant mon séjour à Québec… & wow

Cuisine sans gluten vraiment incroyable, tout était délicieux, super quartier sur une belle rue. Mais surtout, le service a été exceptionnel. Ludovic a été juste parfait du début à la fin : professionnel, attentionné, super gentil… honnêtement un des meilleurs services que j'ai eus.

Merci pour tout, c'était une superbe expérience

Apr 27, 2026
on Google