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Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin RestoQuebec.ca
Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin RestoQuebec.ca
Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin RestoQuebec.ca
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Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin

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OPEN7 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10 pm
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Note: Please note, Monday to Friday: Breakfast - 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Lunch - 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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About

Situated in the Port-Royal Hotel in the heart of the Old Port of Quebec City, Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin offers a unique experience. Our engaged and passionate team welcome guests in our warm and festive ambiance where we offer, at a reasonable price, a gourmet, flavourful and well sourced menu, exceptional and friendly service as well as one of the best selections of privately imported wines, cocktails and local beers from Quebec. Louise's interior design was conceived of by LemayMichaud, one of Canada's best architecture firms. Our terrace, with more than 100 seats, is bathed in sun during the summer months.

Our gourmet tavern and wine bar brings together two innovative restaurant concepts, which set Louise apart thanks to several factors. On the Taverne side, we were inspired by many of Europe’s gourmet taverns. Clients have the possibility to come and enjoy a comforting, flavourful meal in our warm and inviting environment. On the Bar à vin side, we offer a convivial ambiance to savor beers, wines and cocktails all while enjoying amuse-bouches, appetizers from our raw bar, a selection of salads, charcuteries, oysters, homemade pasta and risotto. Our guests can enjoy a unique experience in either or both the Taverne or Bar à vin sides when visiting us. It is possible at the Taverne and Bar à vin to simply enjoy a drink, appetizers or amuse-bouche or have a full meal.

Chef Nikolas Couture's Table

For those looking to reserve our chef's table in Louise Taverne's kitchen, we offer a unique experience for groups of 10 guests or less. Having worked in many of Quebec City's renowned restaurants such as Le Saint-Amour and Toast, Nikolas is very welcoming, friendly and rigorous in his culinary work. When eating at our butcher block-style table, Chef Nikolas offers guests a meal to share.

Menus, market fresh arrivals and our specialities

On the Taverne side we offer a wide variety of appetizers and main courses from our menu which changes according to the season. Our menu is inspired by the classics of well-known gourmet taverns around the world. You can taste our homemade charcuteries, tartares, bone marrow, whole fish, fish 'n chips, burgers, rabbit, braised beef cheek, lamb and vegetarian appetizers and mains. This menu is complemented every evening by our daily specials: oysters, appetizers, mains to share (fish, seafood, meat) foie gras and truffles. We also offer succulent appetizer and main options for vegetarians and vegans, as well as delicious options of children.

On the Bar à vin side, we propose many snacks, salads and raw appetizers from our menu. Our menu is inspired by some of the most popular wine bars around the world. Our guests can try our homemade hot dogs, tostadas, salads, tartares, ceviches, tataki, sashimi, carpaccio as well as vegetarian appetizers and mains. This menu is complemented every evening by our daily specials: oysters, appetizers, charcuteries, homemade pasta, risotto.

Our team in the kitchen uses quality produce from local farms.

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Our Specialties

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, coffees

Amenities, services & more

We are now offering you 15 minutes of free parking to make it easier to pick up your meals. Park at terminal 3435 to take advantage of this free parking!
For online orders, you can come directly to the restaurant or contact us by phone at (418) 780-7255
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Review Summary

Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin is widely celebrated for its exceptional culinary offerings, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creatively prepared dishes that leave a lasting impression. Visitors frequently praise the impeccable service and warm, professional staff who contribute to a memorable dining experience. The restaurant boasts a lively, inviting atmosphere that balances a chill vibe with a touch of elegance, making it a popular choice for both casual lunches and special occasions. While the venue can become quite energetic and noisy during busy periods, the high quality of the food, the thoughtful wine selection, and the unique chef table experience consistently earn strong recommendations from patrons who look forward to their return.
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Get the special! we got the pork & octopus, EVERYTHING was perfect! From the vegs- freshest greens, sweetest tomatoes, & that sauce & pork! But the star has to be the tender, juicy perfectly grilled octopus. For desserts we try the crème caramel with foie gras!! & yes, they really work well together, probably the best custard I've ever had. The taco crepe was also good but is pale in comparison.

Jul 2, 2025
on Google
5.0

We had a great time here - fantastic, friendly server that spoke a little French with us but was happy to step in with English when we needed it. The food was delightful - two of us had the cod special (pictured) which was unreal...a flavorful, thoughtful dish...while the third had a classic steak with potatoes which was also delicious. Great beverage offering, with a good assortment of wine, beer, cocktails, & non-alcoholic options. We were too full for dessert, but it was tempting! Recommend taking an Uber or taxi here from the Upper city, or take the Funiculaire down & walk a bit, just remember it closes at 9!

Jun 26, 2025
on Google

This is my first time in Quebec city as a tour director & I was lucky enough to discover Louise on my first night out. I knew immediately walking in there that I had made good choice, fantastic atmosphere, happy people; luckily for me one of the few spots left at the bar was free. Had the fish & chips which was good but next time I will be more adventurous & try out some of the other specialties. A great selection of alcoholic drinks of almost any description & some enticing desserts. I need to try out other locales on this trip but it will be a fight not to go back again :-)

Jun 19, 2025
on Google

Nourriture ok. Très déçue de payer le dessert pour souligner l'anniversaire d'une convive (qu'elle n'a même pas choisi!) Je n'ai jamais vu ça dans aucun restaurant!

Jun 14, 2025
on Google

Le repas était excellent, de l'entrée jusqu'au dessert. Le service était irréprochable & l'ambiance très agréable. J'y retourne dès que possible !

Jun 10, 2025
on Google

Just returned from our visit to QC. Our first dinner at Louise was so enjoyable, we returned for a second evening. My wife loved the fish & chips. My halibut was amazing. Served with lobster risotto, asparagus, fiddlehead & pesto. Had to have the cream puff for dessert. Great atmosphere (although it can get loud). Would suggest you sit at the bar, if a couple, as it was fun to interact with multiple staff members. All very well informed, patient & accommodating.

May 16, 2025
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'Hier soir, nous avons vécu une expérience culinaire mémorable en famille à la table du chef, où nous avions réservé pour 6 personnes. Ce fut, sans aucun doute, l'une de nos meilleures expériences gastronomiques. De l'entrée au dessert, chaque plat était un véritable délice, préparé avec des ingrédients d'une qualité exceptionnelle. Les saveurs se révélaient avec une progression harmonieuse d'un service à l'autre, & les accords mets & vins étaient tout simplement parfaits, sublimant chaque bouchée. Un immense merci à Zachary & Jean-François pour leur talent & leur attention, qui ont transformé cette soirée en un moment inoubliable pour notre famille !'

Mar 2, 2025
on Google

Tout est très bon, du cocktail au dessert !

Jan 8, 2025
on Google

Dommage, je ne mets pas une étoile grâce à l'excellent service. Cependant, il est incompréhensible de maintenir la climatisation aussi forte : nous avons eu froid tout au long du repas, au point de ne pas pouvoir en savourer pleinement chaque bouchée. D'ordinaire, je termine avec un dessert, un café & un digestif, mais cette fois-ci, j'avais hâte de me réchauffer dehors. Il serait bon de prendre conscience que les clients sont frigorifiés, surtout quand on voit autour de soi des gens en manteau & foulard. Encore une fois, c'est bien dommage, & malheureusement, vous n'êtes pas le seul restaurant à avoir ce problème.

Sep 29, 2024
on Google

La présentation des assiettes étaient très belles & il y avait beaucoup de variétés de légumes dans les assiettes. Très savoureux & santé je recommande fortement. Les quantités était suffisante également je n'avais plus de place pour un dessert. 😁

Aug 13, 2024
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