Laurie Raphaël

Nate

5.0

From the moment we walked in, where we got the warmest welcome, we knew we had picked a winner. They helped with our coats & boots & then escorted us THROUGH the kitchen which was awesome as we got to meet the head chef & staff. Then we were led to the dining area which was ideal. No tables were too close & it was such a great aesthetic. They use such a unique set of table settings including custom stones to hold utensils & bread. So cool!! We ordered our cocktails (I WISH I could remember the names) but they were so amazing. Mine was an Armagnac-fused cocktail & my wife had a gin & pampelmousse drink. Then we met our sommelier who we spoke to for a while about what we liked/didn't like & he walked us through the evening. We did the Classic pairing menu with 7 courses & every single course, besides being a work of art, was amazing. I started with the Chawanmushi-style oyster with Gaspesie seaweed, Magdalen Island scallop, king crab, & caviar. The oyster was served atop a bed of sea rocks in a bowl. Just so amazing. My wife had an IDENTICAL dish in appearance but it was vegetarian. Then we had halibut rillettes with gribiche espuma, green tomato, & a wine-poached pear while my wife had the halibut substituted with white beets. Again, identical looking dishes (such artistry). I then had a foie gras barrate, with quebec grapes (so thinly sliced) & peaches, with matsutake & pu'er tea. This time they substituted the foie gras for parsnips with my wife's dish. Then we both shared a potato gnocchi with black garlic vegetable jus & marinated wild mushrooms as it was a vegetarian course for both of us. Then came the harvest course which was first, sablefish with chimichurri sauce, glazed beet, fermented plum & roasted cauliflower followed by a stuffed rabbit saddle in meat jus with fermented plum, squash & walnut paste. For my wife they substituted leeks & risotto respectively & we were both amazed at how identical they looked. Lastly, (& we almost had to tap out at this point we were so nicely stuffed), we had a tomato tatin with birch & chili syrup (the birch syrup was so good), a 1608 espuma & homemade foccaccia. Then, for the grand finale, a safroned Orleans island apple, with chestnut fondant & faisselle cream. Ok so that was the food. The pairing selections were also amazing. We ranged from Champagne to Port to Burgundy to a Brunello back to Champagne. Good thing we walked!! ;-). In addition to the sommelier, we had so many attentive staff come to us to explain the dishes as we went. We have traveled all over the world & without a doubt this was one of the, if not THE, best restaurants we have ever dined at. Kudos to the entire staff there for making it such a perfect evening. We will be back some day!!

Nicholas

5.0

There simply aren't enough stars. This is more than dinner, it is an unbelievable experience. My wife & I had an unforgettable time; the food is phenomenal, the pairings are thoughtful, creative, & impeccable, the service is simply unmatched. There is a reason they have been around 34 years & still are at the top.

Kimberly

5.0

It was amazing; the food, the courses, the wine pairing, & especially the staff! They all worked in unison to provide the best service!

Yves

4.0

Good food but it is expected for the price paid. The wine pairing is expensive compared to other restaurants of the same quality. Would likely try another restaurant next time in Quebec City.

Julian

5.0

Outstanding. The staff were attentive but not pretentious. They were friendly, unassuming, & seemed to enjoy providing a noteworthy experience. Each course was visual art, & the taste was complex. The ingredients complemented the protein but did not overpower it, Wine pairings were very good, some lesser known wines & some famous ones. Overall a memorable experience.

Regan

5.0

Everything was excellent - the wine pairing made the food even better. 5 stars from start to finish!

Serge

5.0

Michelin Star well deserved. Delicious food, amazing service, the perfect night with my love. Well explained wine pairings that complemented the dishes perfectly. We even had the opportunity to speak to chef. A perfect evening.🫶🍷🍽👀

Crystal

5.0

My colleague & I were in Quebec City for work & decided to have dinner at Laurie Raphael. From the moment we walked in, everything was perfect. Service was top notch, staff were knowledgeable & excited to tell us about the cocktails, the various courses & the wine pairings. The chartreuse cocktail was second to none. Aside from being the most beautiful edible art, the food was excellent. While difficult to select a favourite dish, the scallops & beet dishes really stood out for me. Beautiful & delicious. Honourable mention: the strawberry dessert. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Kim

5.0

A special evening that showcased the best that Quebec has to offer. A gastronomic delight with each course bringing a surprise to the eyes & palate. Worthy of every cent. The staff was professional & well trained. Each explanation of a dish or of the wine was a story that unfolded along with the courses. Pairings were sublime.

Kati

5.0

Incredible flavors, excellent wine pairings, & top notch service - highly recommend!! We did the 10 course, one of us did the discovery wine & the other traditional which was fun to taste all of them. The broths are stunning. Beet butter - oh wow! Presentation & service (Kevin!) definitely worthy of Michelin star too! Four hour experience with the after lounge fun :-)