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.
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.
The food we ordered was very good, & the foie gras in particular was excellent. Our server was also friendly & attentive, which made for a pleasant dining experience.
I understand that the restaurant specializes in rabbit dishes, but I was expecting a more diverse menu with a wider variety of options. In fairness, I should have looked at the menu before making the reservation, so that's on me. Even so, I would have appreciated having a few more non-rabbit choices available.
Overall, the quality of the food was very good, & I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the restaurant's specialty.
Want to experience good Quebec food, this is it. The server was excellent. When my ice wine came out too early for the main course (with Foie gras as part of it), she shook her head & say that is too early, & won't be at the right temperature with the main. Took it back & keep it chilled. Much appreciated her attention to details. Food was excellent. Highly recommended.
We chose Le Lapin Sauté for dinner last night based on its excellent reputation & booked a table for our family of four at 8:00 pm.
After waiting 30 minutes to be seated despite having a reservation, we were placed at what was arguably the worst table on the terrace, squeezed into a corner against a stone wall. The metal tables & chairs are not particularly comfortable to begin with, & in that location it was even worse.
Almost immediately after we sat down, a much more comfortable table for four became available. I politely asked the hostess if we could move, but she simply said it wasn't possible. The disappointing part is that the table remained empty for the rest of the evening until we left.
As a result, we spent the entire dinner feeling cramped & uncomfortable, more eager to leave than to enjoy what should have been a special evening at such a highly recommended restaurant.
The food was good, but hospitality is about much more than food. It's about making guests feel welcome & valued. Your staff had every opportunity to improve our experience with a simple gesture, yet chose not to.
What should have been a wonderful memory of Le Lapin Sauté became a disappointing one because of the way we were treated. I hope this feedback is taken constructively. Customer satisfaction isn't just about what's on the plate-it's about ensuring guests leave happy, especially when making that happen is so easy.
AMAZING PLACE
AMAZING SERVICE
AMAZING QUALITY OF FOOD !!
We had dinner at Le Lapin Sautè, we ordered tout lapin tout canard, we loved loved loved it !
I don't eat rabbits, so we took 2 duck legs,
Each tiny item in the plate is delicious, tasty & juicy !
I do love our experience there,
Very very very recommended !
If you're looking for okay food in the heart of old Quebec it's not a bad choice. But really it's just okay at best & it's pricey because it's in a very touristy area.
I'd really recommend looking for other places to eat if you're here for vacation. Much better options in the city!
The friendliest server recommended this spectacular duck & rabbit platter for two. The interior is small & cozy but it just adds to the atmosphere. Couldn't recommend it enough.
