Le Clocher Penché incarne une intersection raffinée entre les techniques culinaires françaises traditionnelles et les influences régionales contemporaines. La cuisine privilégie des produits saisonniers issus de producteurs locaux, garantissant que le menu reflète la richesse changeante du territoire environnant. Les créations phares mettent souvent en avant des interprétations modernes des classiques bistrotiers, soulignant une préparation précise et des profils gustatifs équilibrés. Les convives découvrent un espace défini par de hauts plafonds et des murs de briques apparentes, favorisant un environnement propice à une appréciation concentrée du repas. L'équipe en cuisine maintient des standards rigoureux, élaborant chaque élément, des terrines artisanales aux sauces complexes, à partir de produits bruts. Chaque assiette témoigne de la polyvalence des principes français fondamentaux adaptés aux ingrédients locaux. Cet engagement envers la provenance et la technique dicte le rythme de l'expérience, privilégiant la clarté des saveurs.
Le Clocher Penché propose une expérience culinaire mémorable, portée par une cuisine créative et de haute qualité mettant en valeur des produits frais et locaux. Les convives soulignent régulièrement l'inventivité des saveurs et la présentation soignée de plats tels que l'onglet de bœuf, les pâtes maison et les diverses créations saisonnières. L'ambiance est unanimement décrite comme chaleureuse, élégante et conviviale, avec une cuisine ouverte qui enrichit l'expérience. Bien que la grande majorité des clients loue le service attentionné et professionnel d'une équipe passionnée, cet établissement demeure une destination incontournable pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience gastronomique à la fois raffinée et accueillante à Québec.
Food creativity. Delicious & well thought out. Using fresh local products.
Great cocktail & ambiance.
The whole staff are wine certified & has excellent knowledge in wine pairing
A must in Quebec City!
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I'm writing this review as we just finished our dessert & had to make sure I share my experience because I hope anyone who reads this review understands that you need to come here.
From the beginning, we had such amazing service from our hostess Livia & server Zachary. We had a lovely wine recommendation & the food..
Every single bite we took made us go, wow. The combination of flavours, textures - everything worked so well together. We started off with the Fresh Cheese & Mackerel, followed by the Casarecce & Fish of the day (cod). The meats were so tender, melting in our mouths.. finally, the Baba dessert! I could have 10 of those.
If you are still looking for a good place to experience some amazing cuisine, look no further. We'll be back & recommending all our friends visiting Quebec City.
What an experience! I must say . From the food to the service, it was impeccable. Huge shoutout to our server Vincent who was not only polite & attentive but so detailed with explaining each dish & suggesting some delectable cocktails!
I didn't even go through the drinks menu , just asked for his suggestions & that was it.
We ordered the bread with the compound butter ( which was great by the way)as we thought the dishes would take time to come out of the kitchens but that wasn't so, the service was fast & efficient.
Next we ordered the Fresh cheese & the black pudding. Both were nice but the black pudding was the dish of the night hands down! It was an explosion of flavours in your mouth.
We then had the fish of the day. The cod was cooked to absolute prefection! Our other main course was Labneh & tahini ( which is a must have if you are looking for vegetarian options)
We ended the night on the best note with the amazing crème brûlée ( it was special ) & it was enough for 2 people.
All in all an amazing experience & a must visit for sure if you're in Quebec.
4 sept. 2025
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Loved, loved, loved! Perfect from our greeting to our departure. Very pleased that le Cloché Penché is still in business & better than ever after 30 years!
The quality & freshness of the food is second to none. The creativity of the dishes allows you to rediscover & further enjoy familiar ingredients. The team are dedicated & obviously love their job. It is noticeable in the passion they display in presenting & discussing the food & wine offerings.
We are looking forward to our next visit.
Our dinner at Le Clocher Penché was nothing short of extraordinary. We started with fresh bread, perfectly warm with rich, flavorful butter - a simple yet flawless introduction to the evening.
The labneh dish was a standout - creamy & tangy labneh paired with beluga lentils, radicchio, olives, & almonds, creating a wonderful balance of textures & flavors. Every bite was fresh, earthy, & satisfying.
The pasta dish was equally outstanding - the conchiglie with tomato, guanciale, & basil was cooked to perfection, enveloped in a luscious sauce that was both rich & aromatic, with bright basil tying it all together.
To finish, the crème brûlée was impeccable - the caramelized top offered that perfect crack, revealing a silky, decadent custard beneath. It was the kind of dessert that makes you pause & savor every spoonful.
Le Clocher Penché's Michelin-reviewed reputation is well-deserved. From the attentive service to the refined, flavor-driven dishes, this is a restaurant that delivers on every level. Absolutely outstanding & a must-visit in Quebec City.
Reservations are a MUST! The setting is beautiful, & we could see into the kitchen from our seats.
We ordered four appetizers, hanger steak (standardized at medium rare) & fish of the day (cod). The bread was crisp on the outside, warm & soft on the inside. The compound butter was amazingly flavourful & reminded us of foie gras. The fresh cheese appetizer was wonderful & the pickles & capicollo complemented the cheese very well. The mains were impeccable: the cod was sweet & perfectly cooked, & paired with a lobster bisque, while the steaks came with carrot purée & beautiful side vegetables.
Simply, one of the best meals we've had in our lives. Everything was delicious, fresh, & raised the bar for future meals. The drinks were also amazing & our water glasses never ran dry. Thank you to the chefs & staff who created this experience for us, we will surely be back one day!
This restaurant is outstanding. The food is so fresh, creatively prepared & delicious. The cod was served with fiddleheads, a seasonal vegetable I had never tried before & the dish was truly sensational. Our server Zacherie was so very helpful & went above & beyond to make our experience a treat. I highly recommend this restaurant. You won't be disappointed.
Had a lovely experience dining here with a friend! Mocktails are often an afterthought but not at Le Clocher Penché. The strawberry lemonade was divine. I had the rabiole which was fresh, crunchy & flavourful & the poisson d'arrivage which was a flaky cod with a delicious sauce. Highly recommend!
Tremendous!! The ingredients, the menu, & the preparation by the chef & his team were superlative! So fresh…every dish was great. The combination of ingredients can be adventurous…yet, does not disappoint! Every single dish was incredibly mouthwatering delicious!! They just know what magic works! The menu changes each day. The restaurant is in a beautiful setting (an old bank), which has been tastefully designed, complementing the buildings original features. The restaurant team work like a well oiled machine. Friendly, knowledgeable & professional. They also have a wonderful bar, with great cocktails & a tremendous mocktail selection! It was fantastic to be able to see the kitchen & watch the chef & his team create their magic. I loved that there was no hierarchy behind the scenes. It was like watching an ensemble dance! They all work hard. I spied the chef making a dessert & his focus/attention to detail was quite moving.
I'm so glad that we booked this restaurant. We will be back. It was a highlight of our trip!
100% satisfied diner here! & for the high standard, it was moderately priced too!!!
Date of visit: May 2025
