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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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
L'entrecôte Saint-Jean offers a classic French bistro experience in the heart of Old Quebec, well known for its signature steak frites served with a flavorful, secret sauce. Many diners appreciate the generous table d'hôte options, which typically include soup, salad, a perfectly cooked steak, and popular desserts like profiteroles at a reasonable price point. While the atmosphere is often described as warm, cozy, and reminiscent of Paris, the service is generally highlighted as efficient and friendly, though some guests have noted occasional inconsistencies in seating or menu preferences. Overall, it remains a popular destination for those seeking a reliable and traditional meal in a beautiful setting.
Excellent restaurant with very reasonable prices! Our table loved the steak frites meal as well as the salmon entree. The 7oz steak frites was the perfect size, especially since it comes with a soup & dessert. All of the food was extremely fresh & even during peak dinner time, the wait was only a few minutes! We left wanting the recipe for the mustard sauce that's used on the steak frites! Worth the stop!
Premier soir à Québec, nous nous sommes arrêtées dans ce restaurant de la rue Saint-Jean & avons été comblées. Un serveur très gentil s'est occupé de nous. On a pris une table d'hôte avec la spécialité du restaurant : une noix d'entrecôte délicieuse avec des frites, une soupe en entrée & des profiteroles en dessert, ainsi que des ribs absolument parfaites, fondantes & maigres. Merci beaucoup ! Je recommande ✨
This restuarant is an amazing value. The steaks are great & well priced. They offer a 4 course meal including a soup & salad with steak & then dessert & coffee for a very reasonable price. The salad was particularly good. Prices on the steak meals vary based on the size you get. You can order you steaks in either a 5,7, or 9 oz option. I really hope to return to this place.
We made a reservation & they were very accommodating & was super nice. Our waiter, Marvin was fantastic, observant & friendly. Most of us got the set menu & felt the dish was worth its price. The dessert *delicious*
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
Nous étions 2 adultes & 2 ados & avons passé une excellente soirée hier à l'Entrecôte. Point de vue service, notre serveur était très attentionné & courtois. On a même remarqué ceci dans sa façon d'interagir avec une dame assise à côté de nous. Ma fille a eu un saignement de nez important & nous sommes restées un moment à la salle de toilette. Notre serveur a mis nos plats au réchaud & lorsque je suis remontée pour demander pour de la glasse, il m'a aidé rapidement. La nourriture était excellente. Du potage au dessert...délicieux. Nos steaks étaient cuits comme nous les avions demandés & ils étaient tendres. Le vin québécois a bien accompagné notre repas. Un grand merci!
Quelle belle surprise. Pour le prix de la formule du midi j'avais un peu peur. À 30$ le steak de 9 oz avec frites, potage ou salade & profiteroles en dessert, c'est vraiment incroyable. Service très agréable & déco typique d'un bistro parisien. Je recommande vivement.
Malheureusement, ce restaurant ne vaut pas le rapport qualité-prix. La cuisson de mon steak était mal faite (bien cuit au lieu de saignant) alors j'ai proposé une réduction du prix plutôt que de gaspiller, mais ils ont préféré le jeter & recommencer. Le dessert était des profiteroles qui étaient gelés comme de la roche. La serveuse nous a affirmé que le coulis au chocolat était chaud, alors que ce n'était pas le cas & notre assiette était gelée. Les deux serveurs étaient plutôt antipathiques & nous avons donc payer un repas beaucoup trop coûteux pour que ça vaut (autant la qualité de la nourriture que le service à la clientèle). Je ne le recommande pas.
