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Café La Maison Smith

Old Quebec charm meets the perfect artisan coffee and decadent pastries in every golden bite.

Upper Town (Saint-Jean-Baptiste)
4.3$
OPEN6:30 am - 11 pm
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Café La Maison Smith serves as a quintessential hub for artisanal coffee enthusiasts and connoisseurs of fine pastries within the historic city core. The menu highlights a sophisticated selection of house-roasted beans, prepared through precise extraction methods to ensure a balanced profile in every cup. Patrons select from a meticulously curated display of traditional French-style viennoiseries, including buttery croissants and pain au chocolat baked to achieve perfect lamination. The interior space features a rustic aesthetic characterized by stone walls and timber elements that define the environment. These distinct architectural details complement the focus on high-quality baked goods and specialty beverages. Every offering reflects a commitment to traditional preparation techniques that maintain the integrity of classic café culture through consistent flavor and texture profiles.

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5★
63%
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Reviews for Café La Maison Smith

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on Google4.4 (1200+)
*as of 2026-08-15
5★
63%
4★
17%
3★
11%
2★
8%
1★
1%

Review Summary

Café La Maison Smith is widely recognized as a popular destination in Old Quebec, praised for its inviting atmosphere, cozy decor, and quality coffee selection. Many visitors appreciate the wide variety of pastries, sandwiches, and desserts, with particular highlights including the almond croissants, quiches, and various cheesecakes. While the majority of reviews reflect positive experiences with efficient and friendly service, some guests have noted inconsistencies in beverage temperatures, occasional service delays, or frustrations regarding order accuracy. The cafe is frequently noted for being pet-friendly and serves as a comfortable spot for both quick breaks and longer stays, despite the space sometimes feeling crowded during peak tourist hours.
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The dessert is good, & the coffee is not bad (i ordered an espresso). The place itself is nice, especially because it's located in the heart of the city. I would recommend it for its location & nice atmosphere rather than for the coffee itself.

Jul 31, 2026
on Google

La Maison Smith est un café qui mérite assurément une visite. C'est la deuxième fois que j'y vais & la qualité du café est généralement très bonne. Les desserts sont tout simplement exceptionnels : le gâteau au chocolat est probablement l'un des meilleurs que vous trouverez dans le Vieux-Québec.

La principale raison pour laquelle je n'accorde pas cinq étoiles est le manque d'expérience de certains baristas. À quelques reprises, le café n'a pas été préparé à la hauteur du potentiel des excellents grains qu'ils utilisent. C'est dommage, car avec un peu plus de constance dans l'exécution, l'expérience serait presque parfaite.

Cela dit, l'endroit est magnifique, l'ambiance est chaleureuse & l'emplacement dans le Vieux-Québec est exceptionnel. Malgré ce petit bémol, c'est un café que je recommande sans hésiter, surtout pour les amateurs de bons desserts & de beaux endroits.

May 31, 2026
on Google

Very good place for coffee & desserts

May 8, 2026
on Google

Great cafe with a variety of coffee, sandwiches, quiches & desserts. I enjoyed the Ham & Bacon quiche, a breakfast bagel & a chocolate earthquake cake, the rest of the family enjoyed their meals as well. We visited for breakfast & dinner the following evening.

Sep 1, 2025
on Google

Beautiful place. Delicious dessert & affordable prices.

Jul 6, 2025
on Google

The place was really cute & bigger than what it looks in the pictures. My barista was a blue hair piercing they/them gay so that's when you know the coffee will be goood!!

They had good quality of coffee & dessert (definetly try the raspberry cheesecake). Like every other touristic area it was a bit over priced. At least the price was worth the quality of the products.

Jun 7, 2025
on Google

Avril 2025.

La MAISON SMITH bl. St Jean à Québec city.

Bon choix de dessert, belle ambiance & service courtois.

May 29, 2025
on Google

Café & dessert excellent,personnel sympathique,belle ambiance

Aug 27, 2024
on Google

Great coffee & coffee drinks, as well as pastries/desserts.

Jul 9, 2024
on Google

* if you Like a Latte or Any CoFFe :+) Absolutely you must try the smith Cafe ;-) with its Excellent Sandwiches, & its Delicious Croissants, & Desserts With Very Original Flavors in The Heart of The Historical Capital Made in Quebec. * well maintained despite the large number of customers at any time of the day. * Very friendly staff, St-Jean Street is known for its high quality & variety of gourmets . * But I Emphasize This , To Passing By The Cafe Smith is To Enjoy Your Moments With Delicacies in Your Mouth :-) =========================================== * Si vous aimez le café latte ou tout autre café :+) il faut absolument essayer le smith cafe ;-) avec ses excellents sandwichs, & ses délicieux croissants, & des desserts aux saveurs très originales au coeur de la capitale historique Made in Quebec. * Bien entretenu malgré le grand nombre de clients à toute heure de la journée. * La rue St-Jean est réputée pour la qualité & la variété de ses gourmets. * Mais J'insiste Sur Le Fait De Passer Par Le Café Smith, C'est Profiter de Vos Moments avec des Gourmandises en Bouche :-)

May 23, 2024
on Google