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Parmesan

Authentic Italian traditions and fresh seafood meet under the glow of Old Québec candlelight.

Old-Quebec
4.5$ & $$
OPEN11:30 am - 3 pm, 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm
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ItalianSeafood/FishPizzaFrenchPastaBistroBrunchGreat selection of wines

About

Restaurant Parmesan was founded by true Italians over 48 years ago. Over the years, Luigi (known to all) has passed on his passion for food and Italian customs such as La Dolce Vita, hot chestnuts in autumn, our traditional balsamic vinegar, our famous homemade prosciutto and many other well-kept secrets. Over the years, Luigi has amassed over 4,000 bottles that are displayed throughout this museum that is Parmesan.

Tradition

Our establishment follows the finest Italian culinary tradition: from our recipes to our welcome and the restaurant's ambiance, you'll be charmed in true Italian style.

Good food

La Dolce Vita is divided into several segments, including eating well and experiencing pure happiness. That's what Parmesan promises!

A pleasant company

Our passionate accordionist, our service team dedicated to providing you with a unique experience, and our creative chef will ensure that your evening is wonderfully accompanied!

Italy

Nothing less than Italy on your plate! Let yourself be carried away by the flavors, ambience and decor of our cozy institution.

Details

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 115 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

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Reviews for Parmesan

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on Google4.2 (3500+)
*as of 2026-08-08
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Review Summary

Parmesan in Old Quebec City is widely celebrated for its warm, festive, and authentic Italian atmosphere, further elevated by lively live accordion music that creates a truly memorable dining experience. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its charming, character-filled decor and exceptional service, with numerous staff members frequently recognized for their friendliness, professionalism, and attentive care. While a significant portion of guests rave about the delicious, generous portions and high-quality meals, others note varied opinions regarding food consistency and pricing. Despite some mixed feedback on specific dishes and overall value, the restaurant remains a popular destination where guests often feel welcomed like family, making it a highly recommended spot for celebrations and special occasions in the city.
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Pasta looked & tasted like it literally was store bought spaghetti brand pasta, $29 for boiled noodles, some canned pesto (surely), & almost nothing else than maybe butter (no hint of garlic flavor as it's supposed to have). Wifes dish appeared to be a canned Ragu brand sauce on top of store bought spaghetti noodles too, for $20. It was edible, but I've never seen such little taste or finesse in an Italian restauraunt. I finished my "meal" out of sheer hunger & survival, not pleasure. Some of the bread they served was so stale & burnt that it cracked in half like a rock solid cracker, served with butter alone with no olive oil or anything. The service staff were nice & trying hard, & they had a live accordion player, which was charming, that's why they get 2 stars instead of one.

Mar 26, 2024
on Google

Si vous voulez passer un moment mémorable & festif dans une ambiance italienne alla Dolce Vita le restaurant Parmesan est l'endroit! J'y suis allée pour mon anniversaire avec ma famille & nous avons passé un moment inoubliable. Merci au propriétaire associé Stéphane pour ton accueil chaleureux. Merci à Jonathan pour ton service si attentionné. Merci à Monsieur l'accordéoniste. Grazie mille al fisarmonicista che mi ha cantato una canzone italiana e con cui ho potuto parlare un pó italiano. Lei fa un lavoro eccezionale. Lei crea un ambiente perfetto per farci sentire come se eravano in Italia! & la nourriture était excellente. Plats recommandés: Fondue parmesan Carpaccio de boeuf Soupe minestrone Risotto aux champignons Spaghetti bolognaise Gnocchi maison Gigi Linguine aux fruits de mer Cannelloni à la viande & épinard Ciao! e alla prossima volta!

Mar 24, 2024
on Google

The most intimate lovely experience with elevated Italian dishes & decadent desserts. The staff made you feel so very special. The decoratives, wood burning fireplace, & your own personal table side accordion player whisk you off your feet. We brought our children here celebrating our anniversary & it was also very family friendly with a dessert bar to observe while you're eating. Parmesan is a must see restaurant arguably the best closest to château Frontenac!

Feb 18, 2024
on Google

The veal marsella was fantastic & the chicken picatta was very good as well. We also enjoyed the music with their staff playing an accordion & singing Italian music. We would definitely go back again next time that we're in Quebec, QC.

Feb 10, 2024
on Google

What an incredible experience. During our week in Old Quebec City, we tried numerous places for food. This one tops them all. Amazing food. The staff were all extremely friendly (& all spoke English, which is awesome because we don't speak a word of French). The service was quick. The atmosphere was authentic Italian, from the decor, to the very talented musicians. We highly recommend this place.

Nov 19, 2023
on Google