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Restaurant

L'entrecôte Saint-Jean

Upper Town (Saint-Jean-Baptiste)
4.4$$ & $$$
OPEN11:30 am - 10 pm
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BistroFrenchGrillTartareSteakhouseGluten-free Options

About

Entrecôte Saint-Jean, located in the heart of Vieux-Québec, is a jewel of a UNESCO world heritage site… just a few steps from St- Jean gate. Since opening in 1983, its Paris and Geneva- inspired French style has been its trademark: steak, fries, and secret sauce. With its stone walls, and outdoor terrasse in summer, you can enjoy a warm and savoury experience in a charming French bistro ambiance.

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Our Specialties

Entrecôte Saint-Jean offers the best steak and fries available inside the
walled city. Fine grilled steak and special secret mustard sauce, house fries, waln

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac
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Reviews for L'entrecôte Saint-Jean

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on Google4.3 (2500+)
*as of 2026-07-03
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Review Summary

L'entrecôte Saint-Jean is widely recognized as a classic destination in Old Quebec, offering a quintessential French bistro experience defined by its signature steak frites and flavorful mustard sauce. Many diners appreciate the generous table d'hôte menus which provide a well-rounded meal including soup, salad, steak, and desserts like profiteroles at a reasonable price point. While the atmosphere is frequently described as warm, cozy, and inviting, the attentive and professional service provided by the staff often enhances the overall dining experience. Although opinions on meat quality and consistency vary among patrons, the restaurant remains a popular tradition for visitors and locals alike who enjoy its nostalgic ambiance and reliable, straightforward culinary offerings.
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We stopped for lunch. This place is very popular so we had a 20 minute wait. The food was fresh. Good value for price. My starter was chicken liver mousse which came with Melba style toast, sweet pickles red onions & julep carrots on lettuce. This was followed by the duck salad & the portion was generous with a good variety of vegetables, black olives & croutons. The duck had a small amount of bacon bits mixed in. The salad came dressed with just the right amount of dressing. It was very enjoyable & the waiter was very attentive. My friend had the entrecôte which was cooked to perfection.

Sep 23, 2024
on Google

The food was excellent & delicious. Service was very good. The waiters were very attentive. If you arrive before 7 pm you might get a place without reservation but I would recommend a reservation if you want to eat hear. We shared a dessert & it was delicious & more than enough for us.

Sep 1, 2024
on Google

The steak was decent, though it didn't compare to the renowned Le Relais Entrecôte chain. The service, however, was exceptional, with Mathew being especially cheerful & attentive to every detail.

May 20, 2024
on Google

Great location & atmosphere, the servers are attentive & the manager was very accommodating of my grandparents who didn't speak english or french. The poutine could use some more gravy to melt the cheese but the duck leg was perfect.

May 10, 2024
on Google

Food: 4 Stars Service: 4 Stars Ambience: 4 Stars Value: 3.5 Stars Overall: 3.88 Stars During our visit to Old Quebec City, we decided to try L'Entrecôte Saint-Jean, managing to get a table without a reservation after a short wait. The location is bustling & perfectly captures the touristy vibe of the area. We started with the soup of the day, which was absolutely delicious. For the main course, I opted for the Duck Leg Confit. I requested a larger salad instead of the usual French fries, & I was not disappointed; the duck was flavourful, juicy, & beautifully cooked. The'Sunset on the Beach' cocktail was a delightful surprise with a robust kick of alcohol, making it a memorable part of the meal. For dessert, we had Crème Brûlée accompanied by biscuits. While the crème brûlée was decadent & thoroughly enjoyable, the biscuits were unfortunately very dry & did not complement the dessert well. A note on pricing - being in a tourist-heavy area, the prices at L'Entrecôte Saint-Jean are somewhat above average. However, the quick service & attentive waiter helped justify the cost & added to the overall positive experience. While the meal had its highs, the mixed quality of the desserts & the slightly premium prices are worth keeping in mind. This spot has great potential, especially for those looking to savour a taste of local cuisine in a lively setting. kellychan360

Apr 30, 2024
on Google

7oz steak Table d'hote $43, you can choose fries, salad or cooked vegetables. I had $42 duck confit (2 pieces) Table d'hote. It's not on the menu (I just had to ask). Fresh salad. Attentive service. It's a bit noisy in the restaurant, but good atmosphere. 15%-18% & 22% tipping option on credit card machine.

Feb 19, 2024
on Google

We enjoyed our meal here. Really enjoyed our waiter...he was super helpful & attentive. The food was excellent...starting with the salad & cream of onion soup. I got the chicken & root veggies...my wife got the steak & frites. Steak wasn't as good as she hoped but was ok. Beautiful space on a chilly night.

Nov 5, 2023
on Google

Good food but the ratio sides to meat was a bit off as I got a bit too many fries for my 7oz steak. Meat was cooked to perfection & sauce was really good too.

Staff was very accommodating given that I came in a bit before closing. Very kind & attentive to the customers. Thank you for a good experience

Oct 18, 2023
on Google