Back in the day, when Savoyard shepherds wanted to warm up, they poured a little coffee and a lot of alcohol into a wooden shoe, hence the name “grolle”. Later, these shepherds made wooden containers that included several holes specifically designed for this recipe. There are now several sizes of grolles depending on the number of guests (from 2 holes to 8 holes). The grolle, also known as the “cup of friendship”, usually gets passed from hand to hand and should not come back on the table until it is finished.
La Grolla offers a delightful and authentic Swiss-style dining experience in the heart of Quebec City that consistently impresses guests with its cozy, rustic atmosphere. The menu features a variety of fondue options, including cheese, broth, and chocolate, which many visitors find delicious, generous, and perfect for sharing with family and friends. While individual experiences can vary, the overall sentiment highlights a warm and welcoming environment where the staff are frequently praised for their attentiveness, professionalism, and helpful recommendations. Whether enjoying a romantic evening or a celebratory meal, diners often find themselves transported by the charming decor and high-quality food, making it a memorable destination worth visiting.
La Grolla had a very charming look from the inside & out. Our server was very kind. The food was absolutely delicious! We had a triple fondue course meals. Cheese fondue as the starter, Chinese fondue with sea food (scallops, shrimps & salmon) & 4 different sauces that blended well with that & for the last, chocolate fondue with many different fruits. I recommend to anyone who has a fondue craving!
We had an incredible experience at La Grolla! We ordered the fondue trio-cheese, traditional, & chocolate-with an extra portion of shrimp, & it was more than enough for two adults & two kids. Every bite was delicious, & the variety made the meal really fun & satisfying for everyone. The highlight, though, was the service. Our waitress, Oliver, was outstanding-friendly, attentive, & made us feel so welcome. Highly recommend La Grolla for a cozy, delicious, & memorable fondue night!
Great staff. But compared to other fondue places, not even close to worth the price for the quantity & quality. We had the cheese, broth, & chocolate trio for two with a french onion soup.
Jul 6, 2025
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It feels like a lovely Swiss chalet inside very cozy . Great atmosphere felt like I was walking into someone's home kitchen fabulous. Reanne made us feel at home!!! She was great! The best fondue I've ever had. The cheese had amazing flavor ! The filet quality was tender & it was seasoned with sesame seeds, when toasted in the broth, it came alive with flavor. Highly recommend.
We were in Switzerland last & eat fondue at two different cities. This place has better cheese & beef broth than any place in Switzerland. We highly recommend this place!
The staff here are absolutely amazing & very attentive. The restaurant was super clean. We ordered the traditional Chinese fondue for two . The first course was a lovely cheese fondue with a variety of breads. The second course was thinly sliced beef that we cooked in the most amazing broth & the dessert was a platter of seasonal & favourite fruits with a lovely chocolate fondue sauce , aside from being more food than we could possibly eat each course was absolutely amazing. We would highly recommend making the time for a nice leisure dinner at La Grolla.
Wonderful food! I had the cheese fondue with tomato & garlic with a side of bread & a sack of potatoes. Delicious to say the least! Ambience was warm & cozy.
Service was great but had to wait for almost 10 minutes before I could speak to anyone to get myself seated despite having a reservation.
Wow!!! Some of the best cheese & chocolate fondue I've had! Some really good options, but we opted for the classic dishes- recommended by our server (also the owner). A little tucked away up the hill, but absolutely worth the climb!
It is amazing, the cheese fondue is great! & so is the chocolate fondue as a sweet treat in the end. Soo good. Definitely worth a visit. You have to reserve early enough though, they are booked out fast.
My husband & I are visiting Quebec City & enjoyed a delicious & romantic dinner here. Our waitress was very kind & gave great recommendations. We loved both the thin beef with Bacchus broth fondue & the cheese fondue with shallots (Jurassienne). The maple dessert fondue blew us out of the water. We'll remember this meal fondly for the rest of our lives!
