It is in the heart of Old Quebec, near the Château Frontenac, you can find a real institution since 1956. The restaurant Le Continental will charm you with its intimate places, with his personalized approach and his culinary show.
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Filet mignon, shrimp, prawns, duck, crepes suzette for dessert
Le Continental is widely regarded as a premier dining destination in Quebec City, celebrated for its timeless elegance and classic French cuisine. Guests frequently highlight the unique, old-world atmosphere and the exceptional tableside preparation of dishes, such as the signature Caesar salad, various flambé steaks, and crêpes Suzette, which provide an engaging and memorable culinary performance. The staff is consistently described as professional, attentive, and skilled, contributing to a high level of service that makes many patrons feel truly special during their visits. While the experience is often noted as a significant investment, most visitors find the combination of high-quality food, expert service, and nostalgic charm to be well worth the cost for special occasions or a quintessential dining experience.
This is the kind of place I save for special occasions. The service was outstanding-friendly, professional, & attentive. I loved that they cooked the steak right at our table, which made the experience even more memorable. The food & desserts were both delicious. A friend recommended this place, & it definitely lived up to the hype!
This was the best meal of all the great ones that we had this week; I will recommend La Continental to anyone that I know visiting Quebec City; the service & food was excellent; we shared a local cheese plate to start; Rose had giant scallops & I had veal medallions & both were magnifique; the chocolate mousse & Black Forest cake that we had for dessert were great finishes to a memorable meal; well done by everyone on staff
We chose the Continental to celebrate our mutual birthdays, & we were seeking not just a great meal but an'Experience' & we were not disappointed. Denis made the meal great. We loved the Caesar Salad being made at the table, & it was delicious, & the Cherries Jubilee for dessert topped it all off. We would recommend this place to anyone looking for a great treat & experience in dining.
Jul 14, 2026
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We had a great evening here! Booked this restaurant months in advance as it was one we definitely wanted to try, however, while it was steady there probably was some walk up availability (around 6pm) but it was full by the time we left. The food was delish & the atmosphere is not stuffy. Went with our 8 year old daughter who is a picky eater. While they don't have a kids menu they are able to do either penne or spaghetti with tomato, rose, alfredo, or butter for kids. The servers were all very accommodating & there were plenty of other families there with babies & young children. While we dressed nice, & the waiters are in tuxes, people were dressed in varying degrees of outfits. Definitely recommend getting dessert!
We have visited the restaurant in past years, & were left underwhelmed this time. The service was courteous & friendly, but we were disappointed with the low flames, & the presentation of our dishes were lacking, especially our two flambée desserts. The steak & duck were tasty, but be ready for heavy use of butter. Our favorite Alaska bomb dessert was not on the menu. It's just a shame that the menu is static & there's no attempt to be creative like so many restaurants in the city. We are considering not returning in our upcoming visits.
Every visit to Le Continental is special & this experience was another. Starting off with valet parking from Jeff-who remarkably remembered us-set a wonderful tone for the evening.
Our server, Guy, took excellent care of us throughout the night. His attention to every detail & humor is special. The food was nothing short of outstanding. The oysters on the half shell were incredibly fresh, & watching the lobster flambé being prepared tableside was an absolute highlight. To top it all off, the Brazilian coffees for dessert were spectacular. Amazing food, stellar service, & a beautiful atmosphere. Highly recommended to everyone!
Special thanks to Mathieu Pettigrew, Guy, Jeff & others for making another exceptional experience.
Restaurant français présent dans le Vieux-Québec depuis près de 70 ans. Vous y aller pour la gastronomie, le service & le savoir faire des serveurs. Le seul restaurant du Vieux-Québec qui font des flambés à la table. Réservation nécessaire. Nous avons été accueilli de façon attentionné. Pour débuter, un cocktail spritz excellent. Suivi d'une salade César préparer à la table. Pour continuer, un chateaubriand flambé également à la table de façon impeccable avec cuisson parfaite. Les desserts, un gâteau forêt noir & une cassata au Grand Marnier pour terminer ce repas copieux & sans faute. Mention spéciale à notre serveur Hugo qui a été attentif & nous a offert tout un spectacle
Absolutely the best service & meal in Quebec City!! We had a fun time with our waiter/chef. The table side ceasar salad is not to be missed!!! The lobster bisque was spectacular. Our mains were lovely- scallops & sole. Dessert light & chocolate forward.
The flambe experience is awesome. Steak was cooked medium rare, & melted easily in the mouth. The escargots were surprisingly tasty, & I didn't expect to like them as much as I did. Definitely worth a go if you never try. It tastes kind of similar to palak paneer. Medalion de mushrooms was creamy & a little bit spicy. The crab appetizer tasted amazing with the mushroom garlic sauce. The coconut chocolate easter egg dessert was well done too (it was an easter special). All in all a fun michelin dining experience
This was the most pleasant meal I have ever had. Our server & chef, Alberto, was excellent-funny, engaging, & masterful at preparing what was easily the best tableside meal I've ever experienced. Restaurant Le Continental should truly be a'must visit.'
While the meal was pricey, it was absolutely worth it. I will always pay for quality, & this restaurant did not disappoint. My wife & I have used the crème brûlée at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac as our dessert benchmark since we were dating 23 years ago. That longtime favorite has now moved to second place after Alberto's Crêpes Suzette-simply amazing.
The entire meal, including dessert, was prepared tableside, which made the experience even more special & memorable. Very, very well done.
