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Le Lapin Sauté

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

Old-Quebec
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN11 am - 10 pm
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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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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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1 Review
4.0

Great food, had the rabbit & duck & it tasted great. Service was ok as it was busy.

Oct 18, 2021
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5.0

A delicious lunch at this small restaurant in the heart of the Old City. Great service, nice ambiance, well paced & a wonderful opportunity to try quebecoise specialities at a reasonable price. Highly recommend.

Oct 17, 2021
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1 Review
4.0

Restaurant is small but warm atmosphere & friendly bilingual staff make up for the size.

Menu is missing a bit more options & variety.
The food was ok but I was expecting more

Oct 17, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Originalité & diversité remarquable dans les choix. Saveurs succulentes & portions généreuses.
J'ai hâte de revenir maintes & maintes fois car absolument tous les plats sont attirants.
Tellement rare... ravi

Oct 17, 2021
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5.0

Les portions étaient très généreuses, un menu sans gluten est disponible, les serveuses sont très attentionnées, elles sont présentes & disponibles. Une première fois & certainement pas la dernière.

Oct 16, 2021
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5.0

The ambiance & food was amazing & just as I expected from Quebec City. Our waitress gave excellent recommendations. I highly recommend the chocolate ganache dessert, rabbit poutine, & foie gras!

Oct 16, 2021
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5.0

Nous n'étions pas retournés au Lapin Sauté depuis de nombreuses années, c'était donc très agréable de vivre une expérience aussi merveilleuse. Le pâté de lapin était excellent, le service était attentionné, l'ambiance était parfaite. Qu'y a-t-il à redire ? Rien.

Oct 15, 2021
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1 Review
4.0

Good food & great ambiance

Oct 14, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Fantastic food... freshly prepared & extremely tasty!! A must visit!

Oct 14, 2021
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5.0

Excellent lunch experience. The service was amicable. The food delicious. We shared the canadien experience appetizer. My wife had the onion soup & I the rabbit cassoulet. Reservations highly suggested.

Oct 11, 2021
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