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.
C'est un très bel endroit, qui respire le calme & la sérénité
Nous étions de passage pour dîner, les plats proposés sont a la carte (principalement des sandwich, focaccia, bagel etc avec un plat chaud du jour). Les saveurs n'étaient pas tout a fait a notre goût (beaucoup d'acidité) mais les produits étaient frais & faits maison
Les prix sont plus élevés qu'ailleurs mais c'est attendu :)
Jun 30, 2026
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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 ❤?
I often go to the Hotel Monastere des Augustines & its Le Vivoir restaurant for breakfasts. Food is very fresh, plenty of fruits & vegetables, eggs, vegan spreads, chia pudding & herb teas. I like having breakfast in silence in the bright dining room.
Belle surprise, je suis arrivé ici pour visiter le musée qui était fermé & j'ai vu un coin restauration. J'ai hésité à y aller car selon Google c'était assez cher mais finalement pas du tout !
Entrée & plat du jour environ 13€. C'était végétarien, équilibré & franchement bon !
J'y suis allé deux fois en cinq jours. Je recommande !
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.
Quelle magnifique découverte! Un endroit pour dîner qui vaut le détour si vous voulez manger santé & vous ressourcer dans un endroit frais, calme & zen. Le décor est épuré & relaxant. Un petit secret des Dieux si je peux me permettre ce jeu de mot.
