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Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin

Creative culinary flair meets an exceptional curated wine list in the heart of Old Quebec.

Old-Port
4.7$$
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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Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin is widely celebrated as a culinary gem in Old Quebec, known for its warm atmosphere, beautiful decor, and high-quality seasonal dishes. Guests frequently praise the exceptional service, noting that staff members are attentive, professional, and welcoming. While many highlight the chef's table experience, the inventive menu, and specialties like the fish and chips, tartares, and bison, some diners occasionally note that the space can become quite lively and noisy during peak hours. Overall, it is considered a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable meal in a charming and upscale bistro setting.
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5.0

Host was very accommodating & seated us as quickly as possible. Food came within a reasonable amount of time & was very good. I would recommend this restaurant to my friends.

Sep 30, 2023

Visiting from Alberta (but a Maritimer originally) I had to try this restaurant, not just based on reputation but for the history of the name & the artwork inside.

My local friends & I thoroughly enjoyed the food & service. The Icelandic cod fish & chips that I had rivalled those that I supped on in Reykjavik.

I certainly recommend this tavern for anyone visiting Quebec City.

Sep 10, 2023
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5.0

Jason est toujours aussi sympathique & agréable. Ses recommandations pour la nourriture, les vins & le service sont toujours aussi impeccables. L'accueil par Jean-Michel est excellent. L'attention qu'il porte à la clientèle & qu'il nous a portée est à mentionner.
Bravo à toute l'équipe!

Aug 9, 2023
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1 Review
4.5

Mon mari a été déçu de son plat de porc un peu dur, goût ordinaire & plein de gras. Il a aussi été déçu de son dessert pour le prix un gâteau aux carottes chaudement recommandé, trop épicé. Pour ma part tout était excellent & le service très agréable. Merci pour le beau moment passé chez vous.

Aug 6, 2023
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5.0

Dinner at Louise Taverne ticked all of the boxes - the food was delicious, everyone was pleased with their choices, the portions were generous, location in the Old Port was terrific & the staff was pleasant, attentive & polite. We would highly recommend!

Jul 31, 2023
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5.0

Absolutely delicious, friendly, & comfortable. We (U.S. citizens) were visiting Quebec City & were trying to avoid tourist traps for lunch. We picked Louise because they had reservations available & were slightly outside the area most tourists go. We each had a tartare (mine, a traditional beef; my partner's, a salmon/maple) & they were so fantastic we decided to cancel our dinner reservations & return to Louise that night! It was the best decision of our trip -- fantastic meals (lamb loin with every summer veggie under the sun for me, poached halibut for my partner) & fantastic wine with friendly service (all staff we encountered spoke English). It was also clearly a place that locals go -- & was packed late on a Thursday night. Would absolutely recommend!

Jul 25, 2023
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4.0

Had lunch & breakfast at Louise & both were very good. Nice indoor decor & an outdoor area which is adjacent to a quaint public space. Would definitely recommend.

Jul 22, 2023
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3.0

By far one the best restaurants we went to in Quebec City. Unassuming, but every dish was well thought out & perfectly executed with superb ingredients! The wait staff is also excellent. We had Jean Michelle & he was excellent! I highly recommend this restaurant.

Jul 15, 2023
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5.0

First: great food. Great ambiance. Great location. Great service. Good value. But beyond all that: our teenager has multiple food allergies (nuts, milk, eggs). Eating out, especially while traveling, can be scary/awkward. But the chef & the staff were incredible: responsible, responsive, supportive, & normalized the entire experience. Went out of their way but made it seem routine & easy. Would recommend this place highly - but especially for diners or families w food allergies.

Jul 7, 2023
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5.0

Love this place! Excellent food & terrific service. Very pleasant atmosphere in a great location. Highly recommend!!

Jul 4, 2023