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Le Lapin Sauté

Rabbit specialties define the rustic charm of this historic Quebec City dining destination.

Old-Quebec
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
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Le Lapin Sauté centers its culinary focus on regional French preparations featuring rabbit as a signature element. The menu emphasizes locally sourced ingredients transformed through classic market cooking techniques. Diners encounter dishes like rabbit confit and braised cuts that showcase depth of flavor and traditional preparation methods. The architectural space utilizes exposed stone walls and wooden beams to define the interior atmosphere. Tables occupy a rustic environment that reflects a historical regional building style. The selection of poultry and game selections provides a cohesive narrative centered on seasonal offerings and farm to table sensibilities. Every plate maintains a strict adherence to authentic regional standards by highlighting the versatility of game meat in modern kitchen applications.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
We serve breakfast on weekends and holidays from 9am to 2pm.
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Reviews for Le Lapin Sauté

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on Google4.6 (4200+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
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Review Summary

Le Lapin Sauté is widely celebrated as a charming, cozy, and quintessential destination in Old Quebec City, particularly favored for its authentic rabbit and duck specialties. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its warm, welcoming staff, impeccable service, and a picturesque patio perfect for people watching in the Petit Champlain district. While the majority of diners highlight the high quality of dishes like the rabbit poutine, cassoulet, and salted honey pie, some guests have noted inconsistencies in food preparation, occasional service delays, or a preference for larger portion sizes. Despite the high demand making reservations essential, most guests consider it a must-visit venue that captures a unique, intimate atmosphere suitable for families and romantic outings alike.
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I ordered the duck leg with sausage. It's so delicious. Must try! I love the atmosphere here & the service is really good!

Oct 4, 2025
on Google

5-starring everything is a no-brainer! I had the'Tout Lapin Tout Canard' (Duck, Rabbit Dish - foie gras included) with the extra fondue. For drink we got a bottle of Sicilian wine which was also great. Do not regret a single thing. The atmosphere was unforgettable. There was a man that started playing on his guitar down the walkway by the restaurant & it was the cherry ontop. Maxim was amazing too! He made us feel right at home & was very helpful - a genuine lad! Highly recommend this restaurant & giving it the credit it deserves! :)

Sep 5, 2025
on Google

Seeing that this was a must visit restaurant,we decided to try it although we are not planning to have rabbit dishes. We opted for the duck leg ,duck confit platter & the French onion soup. The toasted bread slices looked burnt so immediately brought this to our waitress' attention to which she replied that is how it's supposed to be. We could not eat it as it tasted burnt as well.see first photo,compared to someone else review photo 2. We did not make a fuss further as we are not familiar with quebecoise food. However,upon reviewing other reviews,that was not the truth she told. Very appalled for such an expensive resto. The food did not deserve the price status. The French onion soup was also extremely salty. Very disappointed.

Sep 2, 2025
on Google

Reservations are a must if you don't want to wait.

There were many tables inside packed super close to each other so it got pretty loud.

We had the cheese fondue for appetizer - the melted cheese tasted ok. It was not runny even when it sat for 15-20mins & the bread had a light garlic flavour. (6/10)

Then we tried the Quebec Discoveries - the two duck items were my favourite as they were very savoury. The only thing I didn't like were the onions (8/10) & Rabbit Pot Pie - the crust was flakey but not buttery as I had hoped. The rabbit meat is tender like chicken but I didn't love the flavour of the soup. It was more on the mild side (7/10).

We ended it off with a Poached Pear - I don't like pairing fruits with chocolate or anything sweet so I didn't really enjoy this dessert. The pear was not sweet but it had a light cinnamon taste. (3/10)

I would definitely come here again to try their other rabbit & duck dishes.

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

The duck is great. We also tried rabbit poutine but it turns out not our type of dish.

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

From the moment I stepped inside, the atmosphere of this charming French bistro took me straight to Paris. The low lighting, soft jazz music, & the scent of freshly baked bread filled the air. The menu, a delightful combination of classic French dishes & modern twists, was hard to navigate, with so many tempting options. I opted for the duck confit, which was cooked to perfection-crispy on the outside, tender & flavorful on the inside. The accompanying potato gratin was creamy, rich, & perfectly seasoned. The service was impeccable, with our server being attentive yet not overbearing. Every course was beautifully presented, & the wine pairing suggestions were spot on. A true taste of France, from the decor to the cuisine.

Aug 26, 2025
on Google

It was so good I went back the next night. The duck & rabbit casserole was great but the rabbit fillets were even better. I had a le Lapin punch which was very refreshing. The patio is charming as were the staff.

Aug 12, 2025
on Google

What an unexpected & lovely little spot. The ambiance & food was very French countryside quintessential. We enjoyed the large'to share' platter, which was plenty for the three of us to get a good sampling of the menu. The duck & roasted vegetables were especially delicious.

Aug 11, 2025
on Google

Delicious & unique rabbit & duck dishes. Very lovely atmosphere as well.

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

Terrific meal, the duck is tremendous. Excellent service. Would return in a heartbeat

Jul 27, 2025
on Google