Note: Lunch, served between 11am and 5pm, features dishes from the takeout counter that can be enjoyed at Le Vivoir. Dinner, by reservation only, is a self-service buffet served at Le Vivoir between 5pm and 8pm. Please note that the silent breakfast is reserved exclusively for guests staying at Le Monastère.
Try mindful eating in a relaxing athmosphere! Le Vivoir is a warm space for healthy eating in Old Quebec. Vegetarian, fish and meat dishes are on the menu every day. Our succulent, healthy cuisine features local, seasonal and organic produce, to minimize our impact on the environment. You can also eat on our terrace during the summer season.
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Le Vivoir offers a tranquil and serene dining experience that creates a perfectly calming atmosphere for guests. Visitors frequently enjoy a variety of fresh, healthy, and organic options, including vibrant salads, vegetable-forward dishes, and high-quality proteins. Whether choosing from the buffet or the daily menu, the food is consistently described as delicious and balanced. The peaceful environment, combined with the historical setting and thoughtful preparation, makes this restaurant a wonderful destination for those seeking a mindful and nourishing meal.
Buffet is served for dinner only, & a reservation is required for it. There's also an à la cart menu. Food is delicious & healthy, with friendly, accommodating staff.
Petit buffet composé de salades & plats chauds (viande & poisson) de qualité au prix de $56 TTC.
Je ne sais pas comment comprendre les commentaires qui laissent penser à un menu a la carte, il semble que ce soit tjrs une formule buffet. Ce n'est pas donné, mais vu la qualité, tout a fait normal.
Nourritures saines & savoureuses ... Un buffet tellement Délicieux ... Dans une ambiance calme & ressourçant pour commencer la journée en conscience ❤?
Mar 18, 2026
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Discover a true hidden gem! Are you craving healthy, delicious food in a serene & tranquil setting? Imagine supporting a meaningful cause while enjoying your meal. Welcome to Le Vivoir, a charming restaurant nestled inside a historic hotel that was once a monastery, boasting nearly 400 years of rich history - dig into the story of the Augustinian Sisters for more fascinating details.
The menu is impressively 80% organic, featuring a tempting array of salads & fresh vegetables that are sure to delight your palate. The buffet presents a variety of options including hearty soup, one meat dish, seafood, & tempting small desserts. All this comes at about CAD$50 per person, including tip & taxes, with a glass of wine available for around CAD$10. & if you are a tea drinker, try their tea made from 400 year-old recipe.
Getting there might be a bit tricky on your first visit - refer to my photograph for guidance, & note that walking from Cote du Palais is the way to go, as there's no access from Rue Charlevoix despite Google Maps suggesting otherwise.
Magnifique endroit! Matériaux nobles & décor épuré. Nous y sommes allés juste avant une représentation de deux musiciens de l'orchestre symphonique de Québec Restauration; Formule buffet. Les salades sont parfaites! Au menu: plat végétarien, entrée de la mer, poisson, viande, diverses salades & mignardises. Réservation 18 hrs & à 18 h:15, on nous informe qu'il n'y a plus d'entrée. Par la suite, nous devons demander de la viande puisque le réchaud est vide. & en alternance, il y a soit su poisson ou de la viande. 18 h40, nous remarquons qu'il y a des entrées de la mer (6 bouchées pour l'ensemble des clients. Quant aux desserts, nous devons à nouveau demander s'ils peuvent en remettre au buffet. La jeune serveuse les apporte en disant qu'ils sont un peu frais! Ils les ont sortis directement du congélateurs. Ils sont simplement gelés! Décevant!
Après notre 1ère visite pour un déjeuner nous avons été comblé & nous sommes retournés pour le buffet du dimanche. Maintenant hâte d'essayer votre menu du soir. Aliments santés
We selected the option of 7 pm for the Sunday buffet dinner. We appreciated the attentive staff, excellent soup, great salad varieties & delicious entrees. The food combinations were of excellent nutritional values.
