L'Affaire Est Ketchup propose une expression rigoureuse des traditions culinaires françaises régionales en privilégiant des ingrédients frais issus du marché local. La cuisine met en avant des préparations audacieuses qui respectent l'intégrité brute des produits et des protéines sélectionnés. Son atmosphère sans prétention souligne un engagement envers la précision technique tout en évitant les fioritures inutiles. Chaque plat reflète une structure de menu évolutive qui s'adapte strictement à la disponibilité saisonnière des ingrédients régionaux de qualité. L'environnement facilite une connexion directe entre l'assiette et le paysage agricole environnant. Les convives découvrent une interprétation robuste de la cuisine d'inspiration française favorisant les saveurs franches et les techniques traditionnelles plutôt qu'une présentation stylisée. Cet établissement maintient une approche disciplinée de l'approvisionnement, garantissant que la production culinaire reste constamment liée aux cycles de récolte naturels de la région.
L'Affaire Est Ketchup propose une expérience culinaire unique et intime que de nombreux clients comparent à un repas savoureux partagé chez un ami proche. Le restaurant offre un menu saisonnier en constante évolution qui est présenté à l'ensemble de la salle, créant une ambiance conviviale et dynamique. Bien que l'établissement soit reconnu pour son approche gastronomique authentique et sans prétention, avec des plats exceptionnels comme les ris de veau, le canard et divers produits de la mer, certains visiteurs trouvent que le rythme du service est parfois lent et que l'espace restreint peut manquer de confort. Malgré des avis partagés sur la taille des portions et la température de la salle, la majorité des convives louent le professionnalisme passionné du personnel, la présentation théâtrale des plats et l'authenticité globale de l'expérience, la décrivant souvent comme l'un des meilleurs repas qu'ils aient dégustés à Québec.
Very cozy & laid back restaurant. They serve customers in batches & all diners progress at the same pace. The menu is communicated to everyone once in French & once in English, although the English version is moderately briefer. This place is suitable for people who want to hang out, drink wine, & eat great food. The meal progresses slowly, first half hour was mostly drinking, then an hour for appetizers, & finally one more hour for entrées. (I didn't get dessert) The menu changes so not everyone would experience this, but when I went the restaurant got smoky to the point where the entire room seemed foggy & it became a bit difficult to breathe. Likely too many people ordered food that involved brown butter at once. The food was excellent, & highly recommend ordering the sweetbread (which seems to be a staple on the menu).
Excellent food & service. We had a sweet bread to share for appetizer. Then I had the duck & husband had the scallop & blood pudding. My friend got tuna & octopus. We all rounded things up with a cheesecake for dessert. Everything was so good & fresh. They change the menu frequently based on whatever fresh ingredients are available. The experience was fun too - everyone got seated, then the waiter went over the entire menu & we ordered at the same time. Will definitely be back. The only thing to note is ventilation was not the best so you had a ton of smoke inside while the kitchen was cooking.
Would give 6 stars if possible. Incredible food, cozy & relaxed unpretentious atmosphere combined with great & friendly service. Our waiter Jordan did a fantastic job in French & English breaking down the menu for the night, making recommendations, & was attentive, friendly, & charismatic throughout. Food was incredible & not overpriced, our table of 3 split 2 bottles of wine, 3 appetizers, 3 entrees, & 2 desserts for a very reasonable price. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting looking for the best French food I've ever had. The sweetbreads & veal tataki are must get appetizers, & the duck, steak, & pork roulade were incredible as well.
27 mars 2024
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English friendly. Waiter will introduce the dishes in both English & French. The sweet bread, although doesn't look appealing, is a must try appetizer.
Clinched a last minute 6pm reservation here & it was absolutely wonderful. Their vibe is super chill, friendly, yet energetic/efficient. Got the: veal sweetbread (ris de veau), fish dumplings, & the duck, paired with a very crushable white wine from Spain.
Some additional info:
- There are two dinner services: 6pm & 8:30pm. Try to arrive on time as they will explain the menu in detail to everyone, take everyone's order, then the courses come out in sync across tables.
- The chalkboard menu is split into two sections: appetizers & mains (e.g., ris de veau is an appetizer, duck is a main). An appetizer & main per person works pretty well.
What an amazing experience! We sat at the bar & got to watch all the cooking & chopping. We had deer tartare & octopus for appetizers & scallops & chef's entree for main courses. We were too stuffed for dessert but opted for a sazerac instead. Highly recommend, totally worth the $!
