Charbon Steakhouse specializes in high-quality cuts of meat prepared over an open flame to achieve a distinct charred flavor profile. The menu highlights a variety of grilled beef options alongside a curated selection of fresh seafood and seasonal fish preparations. Guests experience an environment centered on the interaction between fire and raw ingredients, emphasizing technical skill in the kitchen. The focus remains strictly on providing consistent textures and authentic flavors derived from the intense heat of the grill. Each plate serves as a testament to traditional cooking methods, prioritizing the natural essence of high-quality protein sources. This approach ensures that the primary characteristics of the steak and fish remain the central focus throughout the entire culinary experience for every visitor in the room.
Charbon Steakhouse is widely recognized as a premier destination in Quebec City, frequently praised for its high-quality cuts of meat, including the filet mignon and Boston steak, which are often described as perfectly cooked and flavorful. Many guests highlight the elegant atmosphere within the historic train station setting and appreciate the warm, professional, and attentive service provided by the staff. While a majority of patrons report an exceptional dining experience and highly recommend the venue for special occasions, there are occasional inconsistencies regarding cooking temperatures, long wait times during busy periods, and mixed opinions on the value of certain side dishes. Overall, it remains a popular choice for those seeking a sophisticated steakhouse experience with a refined decor.
Cuisine, un gros 2 sur 5 Steak de cote; cup de sauce bien assis dans la lichette de purée, difficile de récupérer la purée 3/4 dessous le cup de sauce, beaucoup de nerf, os non complet, 2 bout d'os, cuisson demandé, medium saignant, reçu medium bien cuit.
Frites allumette commercial ( frites du mcdo) déjà froide a l'arrivée de l'assiette
Calmar firt, beaucoup beaucoup de restant de friture tempura dans l'assiette, présentation 2/10,
Cheese burger pour enfants, Pain ( brulé) fromage & viande. 0 condiments mis a part un cup de ketchup.
Service; un gros 2 sur 5
serveur d'une certaine age front dégoutant de sueur trop pressé pour écouter les demande de brevges.
Service ultra lent 45 min recevoir l'entrée, encore une bonne heure pour le repas principal.
1 entrée & un repas sans café ou dessert, calculer un bon 2h30
Température assiettes, enfants reçu assiette brulantes,
adultes 1 assiette sur 2 n'etais pas chaude
Ambiance encore un gros 2 sur 5
serveurs & serveuse débordé & en sueur, donc cela met un certain stress dans l'ambiance, un client a recu un vers sur la tête (serveuse qui s échapper ver dans les escalier ) & des éclaboussure de vitre & de liquide sur lui, s table & banquette.
Pour la fourchette de prix & la réputation, je ne recommande vraiment pas.
Brilliant atmosphere & a gorgeous setting! I had one of the best steaks I've ever tasted here, & their crème brûlée was so incredible it inspired me to write this review
Aug 5, 2025
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The steakhouse experience was the one I had most looked forward to, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a major disappointment. We were surprised & frustrated to learn that they refused to accept AMEX, & to make matters worse, their payment terminal also rejected my debit card. I had to leave & go to the ATM to withdraw cash to make the payment. If a business chooses to be rigid about payment methods & doesn't accommodate overseas cards, the least they can do is inform customers at the time of booking. Had I known in advance, I would have gladly chosen another restaurant.
I enjoyed the T-bone steak; it was quite tasty. Our server was very friendly, & the atmosphere of the restaurant was also a positive aspect of the dining experience.
Été la un jeudi soir pour deux. L'ambiance est très intime, c'est juste assez éclairé pour avoir une belle ambiance. Très bon service. Bonne fondue parmesan. Le steak de 16oz New York est tout simplement délicieux, mixé avec la sauce poivre & brandy. Petit bémol pour le gratin de pomme de terres dauphinoise qui était un peu huileux. Excellente crème brûlée, de même que le cocktail Gin Ananas. Une 2e visite va devoir s'impose
The potatoes could've been more flavourful, but the filet mignon was to die for & perfectly cooked. The horseradish was phenomenal, but they could lose the frozen veggies as a side, seems too cheap for the venue. The steak etiquette wasn't quite there; one of our filet minions was served too hot, & obviously not rested long enough, BUT was still full of flavour. The biggest negative would be the scotch etiquette. They filled my Johnny Walker Black Label with scooped ice. (Expensive Scotch should only have 2 medium sized cubes, usually) Otherwise, the atmosphere was warm, pleasant, fancy & classy. The servers were very polite & helpful, but could be quicker to check the tables. That could be just a result of low staffing issues, though.
