Un lieu de prédilection pour une cuisine à l’image de notre patrimoine. Le chef et sa brigade apportent une réflexion culinaire sur la nature qui nous entoure. L’histoire, l’art, l’architecture sont ici des sources constantes d’inspiration. Rien n’est laissé au hasard.
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Nos Spécialités
Produits locaux, terroir québécois, menu adapté au client, expérience sensorielle
Tanière³ propose un voyage culinaire transformateur qui marie habilement histoire, atmosphère et innovation. Les visiteurs soulignent régulièrement le caractère immersif de l'expérience, qui guide les convives à travers différentes salles voûtées tout en mettant en valeur la richesse du terroir québécois par des plats saisonniers minutieusement travaillés. Le service est fréquemment décrit comme impeccable, chaleureux et empreint d'une grande expertise, le personnel créant un environnement personnalisé qui sublime les menus dégustation. Que ce soit au comptoir du chef ou dans les espaces intimes, les convives sont captivés par la présentation soignée, les accords mets et vins ou mocktails harmonieux, ainsi que par la passion manifeste derrière chaque service, faisant de cette adresse une destination mémorable pour les grandes occasions ou pour quiconque recherche une aventure gastronomique de classe mondiale.
Dining at La Tanière was an experience to say the least. The care & selection in highlighting all locally sourced ingredients from within the borders of Quebec was impeccable. Truly a wonderful experience & story behind the restaurant, the food & it's location. Getting to experience new ingredients & fruits that I had no idea even existed in Canada was a great surprise. The creativity involved in every dish that Chef François-Emmanuel presented was… chef's kiss. From the beginning with the variety of amuse bouches & accompanying aperitif, giving a wonderful sneak peak into what is yet to come to the very end with the assortment from their patisserie was very thoughtful.
From start to finish, moving through the meal elevated the experience for me. Dining at the chef's counter gave an wonderful insight into the chefs creativity & cooking. I enjoyed watching the flow of the kitchen. Simon who was my CHO (Chief Hospitality Officer) provided excellent service in guiding me throughout the meal. His patience with my curiosity was well received & he provided great insights in regards to the ingredients & the story behind the pairings.
I was very impressed with their signature dish: the rainbow trout cooked in clay, the cook & attention to detail was phenomenal. Each piece on the dish were so complimentary it was hard to put down. The wine pairings as well were very well curated. Each glass paired nicely with each dish.
The best pairing of the night however was the caviar crème brulée with whiskey, although it was not a main entrée & was simply a palette cleanser. I know Simon saw some my dismay at the pairing but assured me that it would pair well, trust the process. & trust I did, while unconventional & I would not have thought to pair Whiskey with this, it was surprisingly mouth melting. The caramel flavour in the Whiskey really complimented sweetness of the crème brulée with the saltiness of the caviar. I found this was more thoughtful & flavourful as a course between dinner & the dessert.
If I had to find a fault in the entire experience, I would have to say it might be the bread although it was still pretty good, but that has nothing to do with the experience or the meal, in my opinion it is just as a note aside.
Never had I ever felt more proud to be Canadian than my experience dinning at La Tanière. I will be coming back again to see what else the chef can come up with next (especially in winter, even though I know he mentioned how much harder it is then with the limited ingredients). But I am very certain that his creativity will continue to impress.
A. Special thanks to Nicolas from L'orygine. You made all of our dreams come true for our last night s on Quebec City ! First meeting you at L'' Oryhine & then the next night Hooking us up with a he midst incredible experience of a life time!!!!!! So much gratitude !! For all of the many severs & the chefs ……. It was an unforgettable experience. !!! We will be back. ❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?❤?
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L'expérience au comptoir des chefs a été pour moi tout simplement mémorable. C'était un rêve que je chérissais & je suis privilégié d'avoir pu vivre cette expérience d'un cran supérieur. Merci à toute la brigade vous êtes très fort 🤩
Best food experience ever!! Beautiful atmosphere, great service. We had the Chef's counter experience & it was amazing. The only tiny downside was that all the parties AT the Chef's counter did not start their experience at the same time, so staggered attendance led to multiple staff explaining different dishes to different parties at the same time, which made it more difficult to hear - especially when the staff are speaking different languages.
Otherwise amazing & I'd recommend any one who can do this to PLEASE take part because you will not regret it. From the moment we got the text to enter a secret code to get in - we were completely taken aback by how wonderful it all was.
As far as I'm concerned my experience with Tanière³ began prior to entering the front door. The energy was undeniable as I made my way down the stairs & the view once I entered into the actual dining experience was breathtaking. I don't think there is anywhere in Canada that provides such an alluring stage for fine dining enveloped with such breathtaking history.
Architecture that has stood the test of time - perfectly complimented with modern additions. Tanière³ has mastered enhancing the historical venue while bringing it to modern day.
Each room that I sat in throughout my dining experience was pure harmony.
My husband & I embarked on an experience to dine at the Chef's Counter with another couple, we were greeted at the entrance with warm, personable professionalism, which never faltered. Everyone worked seamlessly together, the transitions were impeccable. Whether it was the movement of a chair, a cup, providing directions to the restroom - for myself & other attendees it was evident everywhere I looked an observed. Flawless professional, KIND consistency. The descriptions of each dish were enchanting - the passion radiated from each different individual presenting the dish they prepared (which I loved that we saw the creators of the dish!)
We had the opportunity to view the kitchen & shared some brief conversation which demonstrated yet again the kind consistent professionalism.
As we sat at our table overlooking the kitchen & viewing the different dishes being prepared it was amazing. My husband & his brother opted to do a pairing that involved some incredibly unique choices that perhaps could be considered once in a lifetime. Myself, & my sister-in-law opted for mocktails. Simon the mixologist for Tanière³ is undeniably gifted at his craft, & it was sincerely enjoyable to watch his presentation of each bottle & drink (I don't even speak French & for the parts spoken in French to our other group attendees I was equally captivated) The explanations I received for my pairing filled me with eager anticipation to tasted his divine creations. Perfection - every time. Pairing & creating for 18 courses flawlessly - let that set in.
The genius of Chef François-Emmanuel Nicol, was just astounding, although I was provided descriptions in English for each dish, the explanation in French felt like they were crystal clear because of how much you could feel as he spoke. There was no detail overlooked, each dish was so invigorating for our palate & our group of 4 could not get enough! We continuously asked how is it possible simply match each dish we tasted prior... yet every dish that came was equally unique & incredible . The flavors were in perfect harmony even when they juxtaposed each other - incredible. Genius. There was no denying the breathtaking details of each dish. The ingredients were woven into art & it was such a delight to partake in it.
I've been fortunate to experience an assortment of high calibre restaurants, however my experience at Tanière³ was incomparable. It was such an honor to experience the talents of Chef François-Emmanuel Nicol, Simon Faucher & the entire team that made this experience one I will cherish for a lifetime
Thank you
Near or far Tanière³ should be an experience everyone plans to experience.
An experience. Everyone I spoke to said Tanière was about more than just the food. & they were right. It was the most complete dining experience I've had in North America. Exceptional cooking, thoughtful presentation, creative/local ingredients, warm hospitality, & a coherent story that ties everything together.
The evening began enigmatically. I entered a door code, descended into what felt like an underground vault, & arrived at a speakeasy-style lounge. After a few small bites there, I was escorted into the main dining room (the chef's counter). With the low light, heavy wood, & intimate setup, sitting at the counter felt like gathering for a secret meeting in a medieval chamber. One of the perks of the chef's counter was the clear view into the kitchen, & more importantly, being served directly by chef-owner Nicol for several of the main courses.
Food-wise, there wasn't a single miss. Despite nearly 20 small bites & dishes, nothing felt repetitive in concept or flavor. I visited at a perfect time for Canadian seafood, with prime ingredients from the coasts & the St. Lawrence River like bluefin tuna & scallops.
The dry-aged bluefin tuna may have been the best seafood dish I've ever had. Each bite was packed with deeply concentrated umami, enhanced by bright, fruity notes of plum & blackberry. What elevated it further was the non-alcoholic pairing, which echoed one of the dish's core flavor notes & reinforced the overall composition rather than competing with it. This approach applied through the rest of the menu. The pairings consistently mirrored a central element of each dish, which added depth without sacrificing creativity or flavor.
Dessert was also impeccable. The corn madeleine, corn cannoli, & popcorn reimagined one of Quebec's most pedestrian crops into something playful yet refined.
Among the dozens of Michelin-starred meals I had last year, this was undoubtedly in my top three. Would definitely be back to try their other seasonal tasting menu.
Nous avons eu l'occasion de découvrir le restaurant en famille, & l'expérience a pleinement répondu aux attentes. Installés au comptoir chef, les cuisiniers prennent eux-mêmes le temps d'expliquer les plats, ce qui instaure une atmosphère chaleureuse & donne réellement l'impression d'être reçus chez des amis. J'apprécie particulièrement la cuisine boréale & la cuisine de chez nous lorsqu'elles sont créatives & assumées : ici, chaque proposition est réfléchie, précise, sans artifice inutile.
L'ambiance générale du lieu contribue fortement à l'expérience. Le restaurant est aménagé dans des voûtes datant du début de la colonie, ce qui crée un cadre à la fois intime & chargé d'histoire. La température est parfaitement maîtrisée & le niveau sonore demeure confortable, permettant les échanges sans jamais nuire au plaisir du repas. Le service est personnalisé, attentif, mais jamais envahissant. Les accords, tant avec les vins qu'avec les mocktails, sont d'une grande justesse & s'intègrent naturellement à l'ensemble.
Nous avons célébré notre anniversaire chez Tanière³ le mois dernier & c'était sans contredit le repas le plus mémorable qu'on ait eu au Québec. Le menu dégustation saisonnier était parfaitement rythmé & chaque service racontait une histoire, avec l'utilisation créative des produits locaux par le chef qui brillait vraiment. Le service était attentionné sans être guindé, & même si c'est clairement une folie, ça vaut chaque sou pour une occasion spéciale.
Hors du commun, excellence, impeccable! Nous avons réservé la table du Chef pour notre groupe. Une soirée inoubliable par la qualité des plats servis ainsi que l'accord mets/vins. Aucune faute dans l'assiette tout en nous surprenants d'un plat à l'autre. 2 invités avaient des restrictions sur les poisson & fruits de mer. Ils ont eu droit à un vrai remplacement & non une vulgaire adaptation, j'ai eu envie de gouter leur plat autant que l'original. Quand j'ai parlé à tout le monde le lendemain matin, tous étaient unanimes sur la qualité de la soirée & tous m'ont mentionné avoir été séduit par le service. Un service adapté à notre groupe, des gens avec un sens de la réparti étonnant & une attitude exemplaire. Une soirée rêvée grâce à La Tanière3, merci.
MICHELIN
