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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Our Specialties
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.
La cuisine sur guéridon fait toute la différence! L'un des rares restaurants qui a gardé sa qualité & ce petit plus qui le fait sortir du lot encore après toutes ces années.
C'est certain que l'ambiance & l'atmosphère sont plus calmes & un peu'vieux jeu', & ça attire donc davantage une clientèle plus âgée, mais pour un repas tranquille en amoureux, ça vaut le détour.
June 3, 2026. 81 years old restaurant goer, from Montreal, Quebec. Absolute worst experience we have ever had in a restaurant. 8:00pm reservation & they sandwiched us at 2 seater table between 2 very large tables of men talking so loud, it was deafening. They moved us 3 times. I was upset & the Maitre D, kept on apologizing & had to realize how agitated I was. I was so agitated, I could not eat my meal. Salmon was dryish & salty & I hardly touched it . So many waiters & staff going back & forth with so much movement. They asked if we wanted dessert & I replied, no, I just want to get out of here. Full charge for the meal & the best he could do was absorb the Prosecco. What an insult. My wife's 79th birthday who had tears in her eyes. What a shame.
This was a difficult review for me. It was our anniversary dinner (28 years) & our first night in Quebec, so I made our reservations here because it appears to be awesome online. The property is gorgeous, so I'd love to say the atmosphere was amazing, but to be honest, we felt like our evening was completely rushed. They specialize in preparing (cooking) your steaks at your table. So at any one time there might be 3 tables with 3 pans with a lot of flame underneath, sometimes flashing nearly to the ceiling, all while what seemed like dozens of waiters running back & forth in a flurry of busy-ness. Our waiter seemed anxious for us to order, returning repeatedly to our table before we'd had time to read the wine/cocktail menu, & the food menu. Then when we ordered, he seemed irritated that we didn't order steaks, & every step of the evening felt rushed. Plates were taken from us even before we had completely finished. My wife & I prefer to keep both our plates on the table until both of us are finished, but we were not asked: they just grabbed my plate from me. Food flavors were OK, but did not really stand out, like the ambiance implied. Perhaps the steaks really are the thing to order here. The wine selection is very good, & again, the place itself is gorgeous.
Jun 3, 2026
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This restaurant is superb. The food Was wonderful. The wait staff was so attentive & helpful. Our food was finished flambe style at the table. Just terrific experience overall, thank you so much to all who participated in our evening.
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
