A tribute to our ancestors, a return to our roots and a reflection off our culinary history from the First Nations to today. A place to meet and share around a table, to discover or rediscover our land, our forest, our river.
A wonderful culinary story, inspired by historical elements that are transformed by the imagination and destined to be transferred from generation to generation. Our cuisine will stimulate all your senses with new discoveries. LÉGENDE pays great attention to details, which are an integral part of its content, and while these characteristics do not focus primarily on historical facts, they vehicle a wonderful aspect attached to reality.
A menu inspired by our culinary heritage and the footprint that time has left in our cuisine.
Let us surprise you. Take part in the experience to understand and enjoy.
Légende offers an immersive fine dining experience centered on innovative boreal cuisine, where locally sourced ingredients are transformed into creative and beautifully presented tasting menus. Guests frequently praise the professional, attentive, and passionate service, noting that the staff often goes above and beyond to make celebrations feel special. The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, elegant, and welcoming, making it a standout destination in Quebec City for those seeking a memorable culinary journey. While the majority of visitors leave feeling delighted by the complex flavors and thoughtfully curated wine and non-alcoholic pairings, a few have noted that the portion sizes or pacing can sometimes feel unconventional for a long-form tasting experience.
Probably the best restaurant in Quebec, you need a reservation weeks in advance. Unless you are like us, preferring to dine on the earlier side. We had the tasting menu which delighted us with every course. All the ingredients are sourced locally & changes depending on availability. The service was above & beyond perfection. As was the clever wine pairing. If you have the funds, this is a "must do" meal when in Quebec city
We recently had the pleasure of dining there & opted for the tasting menu-a new experience for us. From start to finish, the evening was a delightful culinary journey. Each course was beautifully presented & offered a perfect balance of flavors. The chef's creativity & attention to detail were evident in every dish, making the entire experience both exciting & satisfying. The staff were attentive & knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience with their warm service. At the end, they gave us delicious cookies to take out.
My wife & I visited Legende for dinner last week, & the experience was phenomenal. The entire staff was engaging, informative, & attentive. The drink menu seemed expertly curated, with really smart wine pairings for their tasting menus. & the food was so good I expect this will be one of my most unforgettable dining experiences. We really admired their commitment to using ingredients sourced from within Canada, if not from Quebec specifically. They also allowed for substitutions or customizations based on dietary restrictions (not always a given with tasting courses), which we did not require but appreciated. The waitress had a keen eye in noticing my wife was pregnant, & was very sweet about it. Overall, we were so satisfied with our experience, & hope to return if/when we revisit Quebec.
Jul 30, 2024
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We came here to celebrate my birthday with my husband. The atmosphere was just about nice. Max & all the other staffs served us with heart which helped build the good memory. We ordered tasting menu plus oyster & were pretty full at the end. They also offer a la carte option. Highly recommend Le Pêche cocktail.
Amazing from start to finish. Our group did the six-course tasting menu with wine pairing. We experienced a great evening of culinary effort. Our server was spectacular & even gave us recommendations for the rest of our trip. She went above & beyond with service. Our sommelier was very informative & took the time to explain all of our wines. If you have the allowance, I recommend this place. It's pricey, but well worth it.
Legende is beautifully designed & truly captures the essence of fine dining. The ambiance is elegant & inviting, creating the perfect setting for a special evening out. We decided to skip the tasting menu & opted to try a variety of dishes instead. Unfortunately, the service was extremely slow. While we understand that fine dining involves a more relaxed pace, each course took 20 minutes to arrive. This led to significant gaps between dishes. In a span of 1.5 hours, we had only managed to share 1.5 ravioli each & an appetizer. Despite the delays, the food itself was beautifully presented, leaving us to wonder if this was simply an off night for the restaurant, especially with so many raving reviews
The best of Quebec city restaurants that we got to try. Starting from the entrance to the exit & in between it was an excellent experience. The food is delicious as we tried the tasting menu. Service was quick & pleasant. Cocktails were great & they tweaked it according to my liking. All the dishes in the tasting menu were great & fresh. The presentation was very good & explained properly in a good manner. The place is slightly outside the main town area, but the walk is very pleasant. A restaurant worth visiting again. I almost forgot; they only using local ingredients which is praiseworthy to say the least.
Had an amazing experience! Only thing is that if you have dietary restrictions, ask how many services they will have to change, as it might not be worth having the alternative dishes for the price of the tasting menu.
MICHELIN
