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Bistro St-Malo

Authentic French culinary charm thrives in the heart of Old Québec.

Old-Port
4.8$ & $$
OPEN3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
FrenchMediterraneanBistroMusselsVegetarianSeafood/FishGluten-free OptionsGreat selection of wines

Details

About us

Tucked away on a quiet street where you can savour authentic French cuisine in a charming and romantic atmosphere with friendly and attentive service.

Specialties

French onion soup, cassoulet, confit, blood pudding and mussels.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 30 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
Our menu can fit a vegetarian clientele.
We have a large selection of private import wine.
Parking on the street or at the corner of St-Paul and des Navigateurs.
20 seats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bistro St-Malo located?

Bistro St-Malo is located at 75 Rue St-Paul, Quebec, G1K 3V8 in the neighborhood of Old-Port.

When is Bistro St-Malo open?

OPEN NOW Today's hours: 3:30 pm - 8:30 pm

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Thursday3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Friday3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Saturday3:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Sunday3 pm - 8:30 pm
Does Bistro St-Malo accept reservations?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo accepts table reservations online.

Does Bistro St-Malo offer online ordering?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo offers online ordering for takeout and pickup.

Does Bistro St-Malo have a menu available?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo has 3 menus available to view.

What are the main cuisines at Bistro St-Malo?
What are the main features and amenities at Bistro St-Malo?

Key features and amenities offered at Bistro St-Malo:

Wheelchair accessible • Seating capacity: 30 seats

Does Bistro St-Malo offer gluten-free options?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo offers gluten-free options on their menu. If you have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, please notify the staff so appropriate precautions can be taken.

Does Bistro St-Malo have outdoor terrace or patio seating?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo features an outdoor terrace / patio, perfect for open-air dining in season.

20 seats.

Is Bistro St-Malo family and kid-friendly?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo welcomes families and children, offering a dining environment suitable for families.

Is Bistro St-Malo open on Sunday?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo is open on Sunday.

Sunday hours: 3 pm - 8:30 pm

Is Bistro St-Malo open on Monday?

No, Bistro St-Malo is closed on Monday.

What payment methods are accepted at Bistro St-Malo?

Bistro St-Malo accepts the following payment methods: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac.

Does Bistro St-Malo offer gift cards?

Yes, gift cards are available for purchase for Bistro St-Malo.

Does Bistro St-Malo have a website?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo has an official website. You can visit it here:

Does Bistro St-Malo have social media links?

Yes, Bistro St-Malo can be found on the following platforms:

How can I contact Bistro St-Malo?

You can reach Bistro St-Malo through the following channels:

Reviews for Bistro St-Malo

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on Google4.7 (1400+)
*as of 2026-09-18
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Review Summary

Bistro St-Malo is widely celebrated for its authentic French culinary experience in the heart of Quebec City. Guests consistently praise the high-quality menu, frequently highlighting the French onion soup, beef cheek, seafood stew, and duck confit as standout dishes. The atmosphere is described as cozy, intimate, and warm, featuring a delightful bistro aesthetic accompanied by classic French music. Many reviewers emphasize that the exceptional service and friendly, attentive staff contribute significantly to making each visit memorable. While the restaurant is popular and often busy, making advance reservations is highly recommended to secure a spot in this charming, well-regarded establishment.
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My wife & I went here on Friday night & we thoroughly enjoyed our time. We split the French Onion soup which we loved as our starter. My wife had the seafood stew & I had the Poutine with beef cheek. Both were hits. Be forewarned, the Poutine is HUGE & could easily be split between two people. The beef cheek was amazing. We left very full & satisfied.

Sep 14, 2026
on Google

Very good food in a very rustic intimate setting. One of the best meals we have ever had. Mussels were fairly average but good & the snails were very good. Beef cheeks were amazing. Creme brulee was also amazing. Very nice place for 2 to 4. Any larger group would be a stretch to fit in this place. Have front patio as well. Would come here again & again.

Sep 11, 2026
on Google
5.0

Found this place doing some research into must visit restaurants & boy, did we choose well.

I messed up our reservation but they were able to accommodate us right away.

The food was oustanding.
The four of us shared the:
-soup du jour (which was a velvety leek & potato cream soup)
- beet salad
- scallop seviche
- mussels with white wine & garlic
- flank steak
- roasted chicken
- beef cheek (which was the best beef cheek I've ever had, so tender you could use a spoon!)
- I highly recommend ordering the tarte tatin for dessert (Chef Philippe Racine's version is amazing!)
- they treated us to some French coulous with dessert (we loved it so much we purchased 2 bottles to bring home!)

& our server Daevon was just a delight. & guided us through the menu.

We will definitely be back again.

Merci pour tout!

Sep 6, 2026
on Google

Briefly met chefs Philippe & Emy while outside of our Airbnb nearby. They were so Canadian-friendly that we returned later that same day for dinner & they accommodated our group despite being fully booked.

Hands down the best meal in old town & probably of our QC trip overall.

We had the French onion soup. Beetroot & goat cheese salad. Seafood stew, & roasted chicken. Among the group there isn't anything we didn't love. Literally every dish was top notch. I couldn't believe how much I liked the beetroot salad or the tasty roasted chicken. Only issue is that I also really wanted the duck confit & cassoulet with duck & the beef cheeks. But. Couldn't possibly fit all that into one meal.

What I love the most is the elevated food without a pretentious atmosphere. The vibe is comfortable & it felt so nice to feel like we were not being served tourist food. Servers were knowledgeable & professional. Highly recommended.

Aug 21, 2026
on Google

Great food. Recommend the steak frites & beef cheek

Jul 27, 2026
on Google

This place is small & has a nice charm. We had the chicken & beef cheek poutine. Both were good but nothing exceptional with the flavors. The seating is crowded & dinner is spent basically directly next to another couple.

Jul 8, 2026
on Google

Incredible restaurant! We had the beef cheek & osso buco, & both were incredible! The atmosphere & service were top notch!

Jun 26, 2026
on Google

Ordered the Beef cheek & it was absolutely amazing. We loved the layed back atmosphere here & the service was top notch.

Jun 25, 2026
on Google

Most everyone in my party got the steak frites, I got onion soup & beef cheek. Both were very good, but I think the onion soup is the standout

May 11, 2026
on Google
5.0

Ordered mussels (Dijon) & escargot for appetizers which were both 7/10. For main courses we ordered the duck leg, seafood stew & beef cheek which were delicious!

Our server, Devon, was super pleasant as well.

May 3, 2026
on Google