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Carthage Express

Authentic Middle Eastern flavors elevate every meal at this local gem in the heart of Québec.

Old-Quebec
4.5$

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Carthage Express specializes in a robust selection of Lebanese and Middle Eastern culinary staples prepared for rapid service. The menu features heavily seasoned grilled meats served alongside freshly prepared hummus and crisp vegetable salads. Authentic preparation techniques ensure that traditional flavors remain at the forefront of every platter and wrap served to diners. The kitchen balances high-volume efficiency with consistent recipe adherence to maintain distinct regional profiles in every dish. Guests access a straightforward menu focused on savory kebabs, falafel, and pita-based configurations that highlight essential Mediterranean ingredients. Each component emphasizes the core characteristics of Middle Eastern cooking while integrating diverse influences from the broader Asian category to satisfy specific flavor requirements. This establishment prioritizes functionality and culinary tradition, offering a streamlined approach to international comfort foods that emphasizes texture and deep spice integration.

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4.5360 ratings
5★
81%
4★
6%
3★
2%
2★
7%
1★
5%

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Reviews for Carthage Express

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on Google4.6 (700+)
*as of 2026-08-01
4.5360 ratings
5★
81%
4★
6%
3★
2%
2★
7%
1★
5%
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Reviews often mention

couscous(58) recommend(31) tunisian(21) highly recommend(18) chicken(17) salad(17) prix(16) shish(14) fresh(14) tunisienne(14) taouk(14) potatoes(14)

Review Summary

Carthage Express is widely praised for its authentic Tunisian cuisine, offering flavorful dishes like couscous, ojja, and shish taouk that many customers consider some of the best in Quebec City. Reviewers frequently highlight the generous portions, affordable pricing, and the warm, welcoming hospitality provided by the staff and management. While the majority of guests describe their meals as delicious, homemade, and a highlight of their visit, some feedback notes occasional inconsistencies regarding food quality, menu availability, and service pacing during busy times. Overall, the restaurant is celebrated for its cozy atmosphere and value, making it a highly recommended destination for those seeking a genuine culinary experience.
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Denis
1.0

Passer votre tour!!!!
C'était beaucoup mieux avant, du meilleur aux pire…
Voilà ce qui arrive ici 😭

Jul 6, 2026
on Google
Gabriel
5.0

Bon & pas cher. Propriétaire sympathique.

Apr 26, 2026
on Google
C
4.0

Had lunch. Very patient & enthusiastic proprietor explained they only could serve the chicken pita lunch special, the rest of the menu was not available. The food was tasty & full portioned for lunch. I would have liked to have tried many different menu items.

Apr 8, 2026
on Google
Dartaxaral
1.0

Edit:J'avais donné 5 étoiles, mais il y a eu changement de propriétaire & depuis, total déception. Portion plus petite, moins de sauce, plus de salade, moins de viande, moins de patates...ce n'est plus le meilleur shish du tout! Le service reste semblable & ajout de musique trop forte.

Pour les employés du CHU, le rabais a aussi disparu.

Ps. La photo c'était avant

Ancien: Best shish in town! Best patate grec ever que j'ai mangé !

Apr 6, 2026
on Google
Marwan
5.0

Great food, great service! Very affordable, authentic Tunisian cuisine

Apr 5, 2026
on Google
Étienne
1.0

L'assiette shish taouk du Carthage est ridiculement petite. On dirait quelque chose qu'on m'aurait plutôt servi à l'hôtel Dieu de Québec juste en face.

Elle est remplie surtout de laitue romaine, sans sauce ni vinaigrette. Dès qu'on te la remet, l'assiette est si légère que tu te demandes comment tu vas survivre avec ça.

En l'ouvrant, c'est encore pire : presque pas de sauce, très peu de poulet, & le poulet était tellement sec qu'il fallait boire de l'eau pour réussir à l'avaler.

Extrêmement décevant. J'y étais déjà allé par le passé & ce n'était vraiment pas comme ça…

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
Jean-Charles
5.0

J'y ai mangé samedi dernier & je me suis régalé ! Habitué à cette cuisine, je n'ai pas été déçu ! Le ojja aux crevettes royales & la brick au thon étaient délicieux, une explosion de saveurs ! Le petit ou plutôt le grand plus, c'est que le gérant est d'une gentillesse incroyable ! Une belle découverte ! Je reviendrai avec ma famille avec grand plaisir 🙏

Mar 11, 2026
on Google
Adrian
5.0

Karim était très cordial & professionnel avec nous. Il nous a expliqué toutes les assiettes & il était prêt à nous offrir le meilleur service. Une gastronomie unique à Québec à goûter 100%!

Mar 6, 2026
on Google
Jules
2.0

Baisse significative de la qualité & quantité de nourriture récemment. Je n'y retournerai pas.

Feb 27, 2026
on Google
Sarah
2.0

I want to give this place the benefit of the doubt- maybe they were having an off day? Was looking forward to lunch here after seeing the reviews & photos of delicious looking food. Ordered one of the plates of the day - chicken & rice - & it was literally three chicken nuggets on top of a pile of rice. To make matters worse, they charged me more than $20. It seemed like the people working there didn't quite know what they were doing.. maybe they were new or filling in? Anyway I hate to give bad reviews but maybe don't order the special when you go there.

Feb 16, 2026
on Google
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