The great story of a small bistro... Like a treasure buried in the heart of Faubourg St-Jean, a really well-kept secret ... the story of The Hobbit. This small, unpretentious bistro, is a reflection of the character of Tolkien, it carries with it the greatness of a story whose echo is still heard today at the cafe. Over time, it became the place where culinary delights come together in an ambiance worthy of a warm and cozy home. But beware, behind that familiar face, between the stones of this old house lurk ghosts that give The Hobbit that "je ne sais quoi" and make it a place apart from all others.
Le Hobbit is widely regarded as a charming and atmospheric destination in Quebec City, celebrated for its creative and flavorful approach to traditional and local cuisine. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its innovative menus, standout brunch offerings, and beautifully presented dishes, with highlights often including the unique foie gras preparations, fresh seafood, and inventive dessert combinations. While the service is frequently described as friendly, enthusiastic, and professional, some guests have noted occasional inconsistencies in pacing or attention. Despite varying opinions on pricing and portion sizes, the majority of diners characterize their experience as memorable and highly recommend the establishment for its cozy ambiance and high quality, making it a must-visit location for many exploring the area.
• Cocina de desayuno francesa de altísimo nivel.
• Debes probar los huevos benedictinos.
• Ambiente íntimo y muy quebequense.
• Recomiendo reservar.
Excelente opción para desayunar en Quebec. Le Hobbit superó nuestras expectativas tanto por la calidad de los ingredientes como por la creatividad de sus platillos.
Probamos los Oeufs Bénédictines: huevos pochados sobre muffin inglés, una deliciosa salsa de queso crema y apionabo rostizado, relish de hinojo y un toque de especias que aportaba mucho sabor y textura. También pedimos los Oeufs Mimosa au saumon fumé: una combinación exquisita de salmón ahumado, queso crema, alcaparras fritas, echalotes encurtidas y crutones de focaccia que lograba un equilibrio perfecto entre frescura y sabor.
La Babka du moment fue el complemento ideal para terminar el desayuno: esponjosa, recién horneada y simplemente deliciosa.
Todo acompanado de un tradicional café au lait servido en bol y jugo de naranja fresco que completaron una experiencia redonda.
El servicio fue muy amable y eficiente, y el ambiente del restaurante resulta acogedor y perfecto para comenzar el día. Sin duda, uno de los mejores desayunos que disfrutamos durante nuestra estancia en Quebec.
Le boudin recette grand-mère... WOW comment est-ce que du boudin peut être SI BON!! Bon travail chef! On a aussi beaucoup apprécié le service :)
Merci!
Came for dinner & got the foie gras toast, beef tartare, blood pudding, strawberry dessert. The foie gras alone was worth coming back for. The beef tartare had a nice texture. The blood pudding was good but unconventional. It came with blue fin tuna & marinara sauce which did not blend together fully, but still tasty. Service & ambience were superb.
Even though we didn't have a reservation, they accommodated us, a couple of hungry travellers. The interior decor was nice & lighting, with rock walls & artwork & a delightful atmosphere. Service was amazing… they were very friendly & made us feel comfortable, & well taken care of. We shared a starter of fois gras & jam sandwich which was an exciting way to start the evening. Unique & rich flavours combined, & we paired with a fantastic mocktail & beer that were locally made. Well the beer was from Gatineau. But still. & my mocktail had the perfect orange & olive garnish that were the perfect fragrant pairing for the drink. For mains we had the halibut & blood pudding. I had the halibut & I eat a LOT of fish…this was the best I have had. It was a generous size filet of halibut, an amazing cream sauce & carrots prepared two ways that made my mouth water! He ate the blood pudding with tuna, & was very pleasantly surprised by the textures & flavours. I had a bite & enjoyed it too! We each got a dessert & had a taste of one another's. The sage ice cream was so very special… all the plates we had were beautifully arranged to the eye, fragrant & incredibly tasty. I was honestly blown away by The Hobbit tonight. The staff, the food, the atmosphere… everything was perfect. Thank you very much for having us. I will never forget this delicious meal & experience.
Peu d' options pour ceux qui ne mangent pas d'oeufs. 1 seul choix de gauffres. Pas d' options sucrées. Extras très dispendieux. Rillettes, boudins, saucisses... C' était bon mais cher pour moi. J' au mangé des oeufs Benny. Très bon service par contre. Jen
This was recommended by our concierge. I appreciate the presentation of the dishes. It just wasn't for me personally. I appreciated how smart our server was & the space was nice.
This place's Michelin recommendation is not a joke. We had shrimps, foie gras, scallop crudo & it was amazing. Wine selection was also on point to accomplish the halibut, beef shoulder tartare & grandma's Theresa blood pudding. desserts just killed us with a blast of flavour. Amazing place to say goodbye & see you soon Quebec City.
I had the eggs Benedict, which I have to admit it wasn't my favourite, but only because it's different than your traditional eggs benny. The service was exceptional though, Clara was the nicest & made sure we enjoyed everything!
