Chez Temporel serves as a hub for artisanal sandwich preparation and stone-baked pizza within a classic European-style environment. The establishment focuses on the assembly of pressed sandwiches utilizing crusty, freshly delivered breads and high-quality deli components. Pizzas feature thin, crisp bases topped with balanced tomato-based sauces, melted mozzarella, and selected seasonal vegetables or cured meats. The interior environment emphasizes functional wooden furniture and a focused layout designed for efficient service and straightforward consumption. Patrons interact with a menu defined by traditional cafe staples and consistent culinary execution. This space maintains a high standard of consistency, ensuring that each meal adheres to established recipes and professional food handling protocols. The atmosphere remains centered on the preparation of snacks and light fare intended for immediate consumption by local residents and visitors.
Chez Temporel is a highly regarded, charming bistro tucked away on a quiet street in Old Quebec City, offering an authentic and cozy atmosphere that feels like a local hidden gem. Guests consistently praise the exceptional quality of the French-inspired menu, with standout dishes like the mushroom risotto with duck confit, beef tartare, French onion soup, and fresh seafood selections. While the space is intimate and can become busy, the service is frequently described as warm, professional, and genuinely attentive, making visitors feel welcomed and well-cared for throughout their meal. Although experiences are overwhelmingly positive, with many diners considering it the highlight of their trip, prospective patrons are encouraged to make reservations to ensure a spot in this delightful, well-rated establishment.
I loved everything about this place - from the great onion soup & snails to the delightful potato/salmon entree. The cozy ambiance makes it a perfect spot for lunch.
Had the duck confit Caesar salad & it was amazing, some of the best duck I've had & the broccoli instead of the lettuce was a brilliant idea! We also had the maple syrup pie which was delicious, very subtle flavor with a delicate crust that we loved. Last but not least we had an onion soup that didn't disappoint & my wife had the scallops, overall a great experience including a very friendly service & a beautiful ambience. Highly recommend!
We went there for dinner first, & it was amazing. All we ate was delicious, French onion soup (the best we ate in our trip) meat, burger, poutine, duck confit etc.
It was so delicious we came back again for
"Breakfast" At 12.
We ate eggs Benedict, croque monsieur, coffee, mimosas & more onion soup (yes, we're fans :)
Everything from the food & the service was spectacular.
Definitely a restaurant I'll go back again & again.
Jan 3, 2024
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Deconstructed « soupe à l'oignon »! Mix & Eat it tour favorite way! In the bol or alternate eating the bread-cheese & the soup! Everything is fresh! Temporel est devenu l'in-Temporel, 45 ans déjà! Rien n'a changé! Bravo Temporel!
What a delightful find & our top choice for dining during our weekend in Old Quebec! We had the pleasure of visiting twice, once for dinner & once for brunch, & sampled a total of 9 different items, all of which were delicious. Our favorites included the onion soup, squash soup, Caesar salad, & the remarkable key lime pie. Speaking of the key lime pie, it’s a hidden gem not featured on the menu & not available every day, but it’s a real treat, resembling crème brûlée with the perfect balance of sweetness.
Adding to the charm, the restaurant is nestled in an antique setting that provides a peaceful escape from the bustling main streets, avoiding the noise & crowds. The staff, while friendly, appeared to be a bit short-handed at times, resulting in occasional delays in service. Nevertheless, it was a great dining experience that we would highly recommend.
There were 4 of us: one reported the tomato/strawberry salad was fabulous; one said the cod over pea soup was quite good, especially the soup part, & well prepared; one was satisfied; I was disappointed in the so-called Cesar salad--the romaine was great, but the dressing was disappointing, lacked flavor, & was certainly not Cesar & the duck confit was good but unremarkable. We very much enjoyed everything else, especially the ambiance & host person.
Quaint little bistro on a quiet street. Simple good food that is well prepared & fairly priced. Veggies were fresh & crisp. Staff were all extremely warm & welcoming & while they were very busy, they remained attentive. We shared the onion soup for openers & thought it quite good. Only disappointment was that they didn't have the lamb shanks or beef bourginon available even though it was 7:00 on a Saturday evening!
