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.
Extremement decu de la carte dejeuner , on vient a Quebec 2 fois par ans depuis plus de 10 année & on se fesait un devoir d'aller bruncher au Lapin a tous les fois , & cette semaine grosse surprise de voir le nouveau menu dejeuner 3 sorte d'omelette , 1 choix de crepe & 1 bagel saumon & aucun autre choix , peut meme pas commander des oeuf jambon ou bacon , pas de benedictine , les pain froid , extrement decu , vous avez perdu des client , on y retourneras plus & ni non plus le recommande
Not sure why this restaurant is rated so highly (currently 4.6 stars by 3.7K reviewers). The higher prices for this area are to be expected, however the meal was incredibly disappointing.
Our servers were lovely, the portion sizes & presentation good, but the food was bland &/or overcooked. My partner got the rabbit pot pie, & I the salmon steak. We do not recommend this restaurant, there are better options within walking distance.
What a great dining experience. The atmosphere is quaint, friendly & historic. We had the Tour Lapin Tout Canard platter & it did not disappoint. Such a great variety of food present on this platter. The add-ons are of great value as well. Everything tasted to perfection! The pulled rabbit poutine was also fantastic. Highly recommend going but make reservations. This is a popular spot.
Nov 16, 2025
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Nous voulions manger dans un restaurant proposant des plats & produits typiques & nous avons été servi ! Nous avons passé un agréable moment, la cuisine été excellente avec beaucoup de saveurs & des produits de qualité. La serveuse a été d'une gentillesse exceptionnelle ! Nous recommandons ce restaurant à tous les visiteurs du Québec vous serez pas déçu !
Im an Anglophone local & this was my second time at this restaurant. The first time was six years ago when I sat outside with a couple of friends. I remember it being great back then too. This time, my fiancée & I sat inside. It was excellent. We both loved the atmosphere & we were able to have a good conversation without the noise overpowering us, especially since I have hearing problems. I highly recommend it for tourists & locals!
This extremely cozy & charming small restaurant in Quebec City is one of those places that transports you back in time with the rustic vibe & dishes & truly attentive service .
We had made reservations few weeks in advance & glad we did as this place will fill up quick .
The staff was very friendly & our waitress explained the menu to us . The menu does have a theme of rabbit based dishes & duck.
We asked for some gin based cocktails & she recommended some of the local gins to try & their flavor profiles . We tried the floral version of a Gin Tonic & the herbal version of their Negroni . Both were outstanding & went well with our main courses .
As it's not every day you find cassoulet on menus , we got both versions to try . The rabbit leg & the duck leg (not pictured) .
Their version is less heavy than other cassoulet but this is a good thing . The duck sausage is juicy & memorable as it sits on top of a bed of properly prepared beans & rustic cut carrots . Small pieces of lardon are caramelized adding their unique depth of flavor to the dish . Rabbit leg is well prepared & maintains its juicy flavor without having dried out . It's a challenging kind of protein that can easily dry out . It here ! They know their rabbit here !
A plus was our waitress asked about gluten free & could omit breadcrumbs on top of the cassoulet.
dessert menu we tried the maple syrup crème brulle which was light & maple tines shined though.
A great location & cozy restaurant that you need to visit.Make sure reservations are made in advance . Step outside after dinner at night & enjoy the prime location & charm .
Superbe restaurant convivial. Nous avons mangé en terrasse chauffée. Serveurs aux petits soins. Mention particulière à Delphine qui au delà du service impeccable est de très bon conseil. Elle connaît parfaitement les plats proposés. Elle est chaleureuse discrète attentionnée. A toujours un mot gentil & personnalisé pour chaque client.... Très belle rencontre. Nous avons passé une soirée formidable. Tout était délicieux. Merci au cuisinier du soir qui en l'absence du chef avait fait une soupe de courges à tomber par terre. Belle expérience à recommander les yeux fermés +++
The venue is well lit, small & cozy, a refuge on a cool autumn evening. The wait staff are warm, welcoming, & attentive. It was easy to dine here with limited French language skills, as the wait staff were bilingual & also good humored about rusty, high school French. Both the menu & wine list were thoughtfully composed to reflect some of the highlights of French & Quebecois culinary cultures. The food was outstanding. The plates were artfully presented & composed with layers of complementary flavours. The duck fois gras & the cassoulet (with confit duck leg) were both absolute show stoppers. The suggested wine pairings were also delicious. Le Lapin Saute is absolutely worth traveling out of one's way to visit. Reservations recommended.
