Monday

7 am - 4 am

Tuesday

7 am - 4 am

Wednesday

7 am - 4 am

Thursday

7 am - 4 am

Friday

7 am - 4 am

Saturday

7 am - 4 am

Sunday

7 am - 4 am

About

Ninkasi Bar et Bistro specializes in hearty pub fare and traditional bistro classics designed to pair seamlessly with an extensive selection of craft beers. The menu features elevated comfort dishes such as artisanal burgers, poutine variations, and savory regional specialties crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Guests encounter a lively atmosphere defined by industrial accents and communal seating arrangements that facilitate a relaxed social experience. The culinary approach emphasizes bold flavors and generous portions rather than complex plating techniques. Rotating taps highlight a diverse array of regional brewing styles that reflect current trends in the craft beer industry. Service focuses on efficiency and accessibility to ensure a consistent experience for patrons seeking substantial meals in a functional, unpretentious setting. This venue serves as a primary hub for enthusiasts of traditional tavern cuisine and craft beverages.

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Ninkasi Bar et Bistro is widely celebrated as a vibrant local institution known for its welcoming atmosphere, diverse entertainment, and high quality pub fare. Visitors frequently praise the generous portions of comfort food, including standout poutines, burgers, and venison dishes, while highlighting the impressive selection of beers. The establishment is a popular destination for sports fans, karaoke enthusiasts, and those looking to enjoy comedy shows or trivia nights in a lively, rustic setting. While most reviews emphasize the exceptional, friendly, and attentive service provided by the staff, a small number of customers have noted inconsistencies regarding food preparation and staffing transitions. Overall, the venue is highly recommended as a reliable spot for both locals and tourists to enjoy a fun, memorable, and well-priced night out in Quebec City.

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Gary

4.0

The food was good … I had the deer panini, my wife had the burger. Choice abit limited but I guess we chose to eat there . Staff flexible on moving a reservation but then again e didn't need one… very quite but then again it was 21:00 on a Sunday & it's a late night venue … livening up as we left at 23:00 to be fai

Jul 13, 2026

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Charles-Édouard

2.0

Plutôt déçu, les frites étaient molles/ordinaires, le panini de boeuf fade & le service vraiment minimale. Dommage !

Jul 8, 2026

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Kevin

5.0

Great food. Venison panini was delicious & side of poutine supe

Feb 14, 2026

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Alejandro

5.0

Probablement une des meilleures tables d'hôte de toute la province, & ça pour seulement 16 CAD ! Le rapport qualité-prix est imbattable. Si tu es de passage à Québec, tu ne peux pas repartir sans goûter au panini au boeuf & trois fromages du Ninkasi Bar-un vrai délice !

Sep 8, 2025

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Arlequin1312

2.0

Avec un groupe d'ami.es, on aime bien se retrouver dans un resto. L'autre soir, on voulait regarder le match du CH. On s'est donc rendu du côté bistro. Nous avons dû à 3 reprises (!) demander du service pour la table (& l'endroit n'était pas plein...). Les personnes au service semblaient plus intéressées à discuter avec leurs collègues assis au bar & à regarder leur cellulaire qu'à s'occuper des client.es. J'ai commandé un panini au cerf avec frites. C'était correct, sans plus. Il faisait un froid glacial sur place, nous avons gardé nos manteaux à l'intérieur. En bref, il faudrait revoir l'approche du service & du confort de votre clientèle.

Jan 29, 2025

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Julia

5.0

Great little place for dinner! Vegetarian burger was delicious, as well as the deer panini. Would definitely recommend.

Jun 16, 2024

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Steven

5.0

Le panini de cerf & la poutine valent le détour!

Mar 22, 2024

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Guillaume

5.0

Le panini de cerf est délicieux & les soirées d'humour sont vraiment le fun

Feb 26, 2024

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5.0

Coup de coeur quand je suis arrivée à Québec pour ses soirées thématiques abordables. Je conseille fortement les soirées stand up si vous chercher à changer votre quotidien! PS: le panini est juste wow.

Jan 9, 2024

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Sarah

4.0

We tried the two paninis on the menu. The panini cerf was two spicy for a meat sandwich which makes it hard to taste the sandwich itself. The panini boeuf was really good & tasty & the cheese kick in it makes the whole difference, I highly recommend it.

Jan 8, 2024

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