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Paillard

Upper Town (Saint-Jean-Baptiste)
4.1$
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Paillard operates as a high-volume bakery and café that specializes in traditional French artisanal techniques. The menu features an extensive selection of crusty baguettes, flaky croissants, and buttery pastries baked on-site throughout the day. Substantial sandwiches are crafted using house-made breads, frequently paired with hearty soups and crisp salads. The interior design emphasizes an industrial-chic aesthetic with high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and long communal tables designed for efficiency and rapid throughput. Guests order at a central counter where glass cases display an array of colorful macarons, tarts, and dense chocolate desserts. This establishment prioritizes the rapid production of quality wheat-based products within a bustling and utilitarian setting. It remains a central destination for those seeking authentic European-style baked goods served in a streamlined, self-service environment.

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4.1906 ratings
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52%
4★
21%
3★
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Paillard is widely recognized as a popular destination in Old Quebec for its extensive variety of fresh baked goods, including highly praised croissants, sandwiches, and assorted pastries. Many visitors appreciate the lively atmosphere, the ample seating, and the consistent quality of the food, making it a frequent stop for breakfast and lunch. While the bakery receives significant acclaim for its flavorful offerings and convenient location, opinions on the coffee and service are mixed. Some customers highlight friendly and efficient interactions, while others report occasional challenges with long wait times, busy crowds, and varying levels of staff attentiveness. Despite some concerns regarding pricing and service consistency, many guests consider the establishment an essential stop for anyone seeking an authentic bakery experience in the city.
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Zainab
2.0

OK croissants, not flakey like expected & overpriced. Croissants at Boulangerie EpiFanny are much much better.

May 28, 2025
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Rhonda
5.0

Bakery items are great. Good selection. Highly recommend the almond croissant.

May 28, 2025
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Michelle
5.0

A must visit when in Quebec city. They have one of the best Almond Croissants & sandwiches.

May 10, 2025
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Bethany
5.0

We ate breakfast here twice during our weekend stay. The breakfast bagel sandwich is OUT OF THIS WORLD: egg, bacon or ham, cheddar & lettuce & their homemade mayo. We wish they sold their mayo because that stuff was DELICIOUS. The croissant sandwich was very good too but the bagel we bought a second time because it was just TOO good. Homemade & fresh. Order one & thank me later. Still dreaming about it.

Feb 25, 2025
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Michael
2.0

Croissant are ok. Coffee is Nespresso... So not getting my vote here.

Feb 5, 2025
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Nicole
5.0

best croissants

Jan 8, 2025
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Diana
5.0

Best bread & croissants in Canada

Jan 8, 2025
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David
3.0

The ham & cheese croissant was excellent, although overpriced. The muffins are okay but the fruit pastries are very good. The coffee was pretty mediocre.

Jan 4, 2025
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Wilmer
4.0

It was a nice large set up. Good if you're looking for a break from the business of the street outside. The food is not top notch (sort of what you'd get from chain coffee shop) but that's not necessarily a deal breaker. Although I will say the ham & cheese croissant was good. I would still return.

Dec 24, 2024
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Connie
5.0

Oh my gosh! The Almond Croissant & the Suisse pastry are so deliciously divine!

Dec 9, 2024
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