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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Elizabeth

5.0

The food was absolutely amazing. The staff are super friendly. The restaurant was very, clean very nice atmosphere. The bison cheeks were unbelievably tender & came with a lovely sauce & vegetable medley, The beet salad, classic poutine & teriyaki chicken bites were all absolutely amazing. The food is 10 stars out of five. We also got a pitcher of the pink sangria, which was very nice.

Mar 29, 2025

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Diana

5.0

Lors d'une promenade en milieu d'après-midi, sur les conseils d'un amateur de poutine Facebook, nous avons découvert ce bistro. Nous cherchions un endroit décontracté avec une ambiance agréable où l'on pouvait discuter. Cet endroit était 👌J'ai pris une petite poutine qui était parfaite! La sauce est maison avec de la bière locale de Trois-Pistole. Les frites sont fraîches, pas congelées & le fromage local est à l'honneur. ( mais pour mon goût à moi j'en aurais pris 1/4 de tasse de plus. À 8 $ la petite, c'est dans la fourchette de prix. Un petit bistrot pittoresque qui sert UNIQUEMENT de l'alcool québécois local. Même la musique est composée de nombreux artistes locaux. Alors, pour ceux qui souhaitent encourager les commerçants locaux & savourer une excellente cuisine & un personnel sympathique, c'est l'endroit idéal ! ❤?

On a mid afternoon walk & from a suggestion of a poutine aficionado, we found this bistro. We were looking for a casual eating place with a nice atmosphere that we could sit & talk. This place hit the mark. Had a poutine mid afternoon snack & what can I say! The sauce is homemade with local Trois-Pistole beer. Fries fresh not frozen & local cheese. At $8 a small it's in the price range. Quaint little bistro with ONLY local québécois alcohol. Even the music is a lot of local artists. So for those of you who wish to encourage local merchants & have great food, friendly staff this is the place to visit! ❤?

Mar 28, 2025

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Morgan

5.0

Poutine au cerf was delicious, kind staff, let me speak broken French 🩷, nice music, comfortable for a solo traveler.

Mar 23, 2025

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Jesus

4.0

The baguette with ham & cheese & the Poutine were great.

Dec 27, 2024

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Elise

5.0

La poutine au cerf & oignons était incroyable! Super service, Alexia est une perle!

Nov 25, 2024

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Frederic

5.0

Une place ou il fait toujours bon de profiter de la vie sur la super terrasse. Si vous prenez la grosse Poutine, prévoir au moins 2 à 3 personne 😁.

Jul 1, 2024

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Evan

4.0

La bière était bonne, le service rapide & efficace, & l'ambiance cool. Je n'ai peut-être pas fait le meilleur choix pour la nourriture : j'ai choisi une poutine au poulet, mais j'ai été déçu par la quantité de sauce. À mon goût, une poutine doit être accompagnée d'une belle quantité de sauce, car elle donne le bon goût & la texture au plat. Malheureusement, il n'y avait qu'un léger coulis de sauce, me donnant l'impression de manger juste une portion de frites, poulet & fromage. Cependant, les personnes qui m'accompagnaient avaient l'air d'apprécier leurs burgers au poulet. Je vous recommanderais donc plutôt les burgers !

Jun 24, 2024

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Fateme

5.0

This place is really nice to try. The person in charge was really nice & bilingual. He helped me in choosing my poutine. He regularly checked on me & was very nice & kind. I ordered deer poutine which was good enough for 2 people so I couldn't finish the whole plate & he gave me a container to take it home. I highly recommend this place because of good service.

Jun 13, 2024

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Marie

5.0

Poutine copieuse & délicieuse 👌🏻

Jun 10, 2024

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Steven

5.0

Le panini de cerf & la poutine valent le détour!

Mar 22, 2024

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