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 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.
Reserved our table well in advance (>1 week). Attentive service & quality food at a reasonable price around the middle of the Old City. Ordered their Table D'Hôte du Soir & the steak frites were an obvious highlight. The accompanying salad tasted very fresh, while the soup was also decent. Good experience overall. Would recommend!
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After 4 years, it's still the same unforgettable steak experience. The food & ambience were excellent, & our waiter Marvin was truly one of the best servers we've encountered during our stay in Quebec City. If you're into steaks, this place should not be missed especially with their special sauce, which takes the meal to another level.'
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⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐? ServiceUnforgettable steak, food & ambience was great & our waiter who was one of the best servers that we have met during our stay in quebec city.
If you are into steaks this place should not be missed along with there special sauce.
Sep 1, 2025
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We ordered the entrecôte express du midi menu. The steak & fries were impeccable. The steak came with a light mustardy sauce. I'm not a sauce lover & certainly not when poured over my steak when I do not expect that. But to my surprise, the sauce was fantastic. My complements to the chef. Great value also, steak $19 & wine $7. Nice place, great, friendly service.
We are visiting from Toronto, & tonight was our last night in beautiful Quebec city. We've tried different restaurants & they were all great. Tonight our dining experience was at a different level. We booked at L'entrecote Saint Jean. The French nostalgie songs were playing as we walked in. The friendly staff, the ambience so warm, & welcoming.
Food arrived, our steaks cooked to perfection. The service was just great. Our host was amazing! It was the'creme de la creme' of all the places we went to.
I will revisit next time I'm in Quebec City. By far the best We've had!
I'm editing my review today August 25, 2025. as it's our 2nd time to Quebec city & we are so beyond happy to come back to eat here at L'entrecôte St Jean.
As expected, the food was so delicious!!! Our steaks were so perfectly cooked!
Our waiter today was Marvin, he made our experience much more enjoyable. He's so welcoming, attentive & pleasant! Also a great photographer 😊 merci Marvin for taking out photos!
This has become our tradition. It's a must have when we visit.
Ordered the entrecôte table d'hôte (7 oz was a very generous portion given it comes with soup salad & dessert). Service was really good. We were seated in the basement next to the wine cellar, cozy & quiet compared to the bustle of outdoors seating. Steak was not out of this world but the overall meal was good. Had to ask for extra sauce but that came promptly.
Je suis allé à l'entrecôte Saint-Jean de multiples fois dans le passé, c'est même devenu une tradition quand on passe un séjour à Québec.
Je n'y retournerai pas
J'ai commandé la plus grosse portion de steak, & celui-ci était un des plus coriaces que j'ai mangé. La sauce me semblait délayée, les frites étaient délicieuses.
Mauvais soir? Je ne crois pas..
Le service efficace, mais ce soir pas très sympathique.
Tellement d'autres options à Québec, surtout à ce prix .
