We had a great time at this place! If you are a wine and/or cheese lover, you will have a great time. Drinks are carefully made. Decor is fantastic. Service is friendly and unpretentious. Bar tenders are true pros. Cheese platter is wonderful. Enjoy! read more

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Yelp describes 2 stars as "Meh" which is pretty much how I feel about this bar, but I'll give it three for the view/location. The bar is very upscale and nice, but I don't feel like the service really matched up. As other reviewers have stated, there isn't a lot of character here that makes this bar unique. It is very much like other upscale hotel bars. The drinks are very expensive but I do admit they are pretty good. Nothing was super mind-blowing, but well-crafted drinks. You can get the same quality drinks for much cheaper outside of this hotel, though. The view is nice, and the seating is comfortable. Overall, there just isn't too much to say. read more

AmaZing cheese plate, great ambience, and great wine. Had to escape here from all the tourist traps. Only wish it was bigger and could have more views like the restaurant next door. But maybe they made it less crowded. read more

Bar 1608 - Cheese plate! - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

A visit to Quebec city should include a drink at this famous bar located inside the Château Frontenac. The drink menu it's self is worth the trip, as it is a book of drinks, and history. The views of the St. Lawrence River are spectacular, and there is a nice selection of wine and beer, and charcuterie. One could compose a very nice evening, sampling the drinks and the food, without ever venturing into the more famous an elaborate restaurant next-door. The buyer can get crowded, so be prepared to wait, especially if you arrive at happy hour, but be sure to put this place on your "must do" list. read more

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1608 Wine & Cheese bar is located in an upscale hotel in the old town. We stopped in without a reservation on a Saturday night and by party of 2 was sat within 30 minutes. The Patriots and Bills game was on in the restaurant next door, so we watched from afar. We were sat at a small table with comfortable chairs. The waiter came over about 10 minutes later and abruptly asked what we wanted. I asked for about 1 more minute as we were settling in. He didn't come back for another 10 minutes, which seemed excessive. A 5oz pour of wine is going to run you $20 CAD, so be prepared. About 20 minutes in I flagged the waiter down and asked for a food menu. This is actually when he started to become friendlier, which was a welcomed change. We ordered the smoked salmon, cheese board, and olives. All were quite tasty. In the end, 3 stars helped by the food, and hurt by the service. A marked change in attitude seemed phony and driven by a higher potential for a larger tip. read more

Classy and elegant hotel bar at the famous Frontenac. Too expensive to stay here, so a drink at the bar was the next best thing. Drinks prices are typical hotel bar prices, but not more than that. It's actually a smallish bar set between two of the hotel restaurants. The bar is in the middle and tables around it, a mix of low and high tables. The wait time for a table was less than 10 minutes. You get two bowls of complimentary bar snacks. Check out the art in the hotel lobby just outside the bar, prices up to 100,000 dollars. read more

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Conveniently located in the Chateu Frontenac this bar has a sleek, upscale vibe- with the prices to match! We were only able to stop in for a few drinks late on a weeknight and despite last call imminently upon us there was a decent crowd at the bar. It's a nice convenience to have if you're staying at the hotel but nothing too exciting to make a special trip for a drink... Especially at $15-18 a cocktail and just about $19 for most small plate offerings. I tried the rum and gold which was good but nothing mind blowing. My colleague had the mojito which he raved about so maybe go for that if you stop in. read more

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I was left disappointed in the bar at the Chateau Frontenac. I expect more from a famous and historic hotel than this generic cocktail lounge. You could take this bar and place it any upscale hotel in the world and it would fit--it lacked any of the personality I expect from one of Canada's most famous and historic, old hotels. The place was loud and crowded. The music playing was the same, sad mix of 80s music you can find in virtually any bar anywhere. The service was slow. The drinks were only good but very expensive. In short, this was exactly like any hotel bar. If you want an expensive, "classy" experience while listening to Michael Jackson or Diana Ross, head to the nearest hotel bar in your town, and you'll get the same feel as an evening at 1608. This being the Chateau Frontenac I expected something more unique, iconic, and memorable. Also disappointing is that this is one of the few bars with a supposed view in Quebec, sitting atop the bluff overlooking the Saint Lawrence Seaway, but this bar makes nothing of its windows. Banquettes and chairs are positioned facing away from the windows and into the bar. I felt this was the sort of bar created to impress tourists who are not familiar with the Chateau Frontenac's history and significance. It apparently works, given the other five-star reviews, but in an uncommon and celebrated 125-year-old hotel, I expected more than the same experience I can have at any hotel lounge in my hometown. read more

Drinks: 5 Decor: 4.5 Ambiance: 5 Service: 4.5 Value: 4.5 There was no way we were coming to Quebec and not getting a meal or drinks at the Chateau. We chose to come to this bar for some cocktails, and were lucky enough to grab the seats by the fireplace. They bring some fantastic little snacks for you to munch on while you order. And this place definitely knows how to mix drinks! The prices are high, but for the overall experience, it is absolutely worth it! read more

So gorgeous and stylish! We came in to warm up on a cold day and ordered hot chocolates with Baileys. They were perfection! The whipped cream was to die for! The drinks were so good, we stayed for another. The service was SO friendly, and they gave us two bowls of complimentary snacks. Fabulous views of Old Quebec and the St Lawrence. read more

This is my favorite bar is Quebec City. The view is fantastic and the drinks made with skill. I especially love the free spiced popcorn. I could eat it all day long. The staff is attentive but realize it's a small venue. It can fill up quickly in the evening. The meat and cheese plates look amazing. read more

Had a great time in this gorgeous bar overlooking the water. Food was so good and reasonable. Never felt rushed even though we spent 2 hours nibbling and chatting! read more

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Interesting bar scene and cocktails. Got to try the cheese plates. I had the whiskey sour which tasted amazing with the Malbec topping.

Had drinks here-- it's definitely iconic. I would recommend stopping by here if you're visiting the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac. We came around 4:30pm on a Thursday and it was pretty crowded. We sat at the bar and the bartender was so patient and kind. They offered a sundry of cocktails in a booklet! read more

Bar 1608 - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

All this place really has going for it is the view and the vague facade if being fancy. We were seated quickly at a small table with a bench on one side and fuzzy cushioned chair on the other. Right away, things were looking suspect. A fuzzy chair in a place that serves snacks that produce copious amounts of crumbs. The chair cushion was filthier than a dog who had rolled around in the street. Brushing it off just released more food matter from deeper in the fluff. I sucked it up and sat in the filth. The menus are some odd little pamphlets with random diagrams of drink making tools. There's only actually a handful of cocktails listed and they appeared to still be using a winter menu in mid summer. At this point you may glance around and notice that most people are just drinking beer. Stella, Bud Light, etc. Nothing fancy for the most part. Turns out, those people are smart and know they're just here for the view and to sit on some filthy chairs. We ordered some cocktails from the menu and luckily someone next to us left so I could join my wife on the bench seat and actually face the view (and get off the matted fuzz cushion full of food bits). There are old copies of magazines laying around which was odd. It gives an almost waiting room type feel. Especially once the waiting starts. We waited about forty minutes for our two cocktails to arrive. They're big on looking fancy here, so they arrive with the need to finish at the table. Some tea like something in mine and perfume sprayed on my wife's, naturally they mixed up whose was whose. The drinks themselves were okay if small and not equivalent to an actual drink. I was jealous of the people with a cheap beer at this point. I never saw a food menu after expressing interest in food. Water was never brought despite it being a sweltering hot day. We sat with empty glasses for at least twenty minutes before flagging someone down to get the check, which at least they brought quickly. The check suggests fifteen percent gratuity right on it. Rarely do I dock a tip. I can't remember the last time I did it, but in this case I only left a few dollars on our two drink bill which came to about fifty dollars. Do yourself a favor and just go to one of the many little cafes along the old streets instead of going here. It may not seem as fancy, but everything will be better except maybe the view, which you can get for free out on the boardwalk. If you must go here, just order a beer. read more

The striking decor of 1608 looks as though edgy Restoration Hardware designers had a field day. It's tasteful and posh... or in other words you will feel cool sitting here sipping your whatever. Cocktail menu is fun (the Hurricane was very good), beer selection is pathetic, and wine list is extensive. The cheese platter we ordered was a work of art and service was just fine. It's a nice place to have a drink before a night in Old Quebec City. read more

Bar 1608 - Cheese Platter. Nice pairing with drinks. - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

Great location for Quebec made cheese no cocktails while touring. We loved the chef's 3 cheese choice. Try the bramble cocktail. Wonderful. Great wait staff read more

So fun! The food, drinks, service, and view were all exceptional! The cheese plate and the flatbread were awesome, and the waiter was very knowledgeable and gave us multiple options for wine given our tastes. Wonderful experience! read more

Bar 1608 - View of the river - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

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What a beautiful place! We stopped in for some drinks and a small bite to eat after touring the Christmas Market. The view is incredible, the atmosphere was lovely and vibrant. We had a tray of meats and cheeses with a few drinks, a little pricey but was in line with other places in the area. Simply lovely, a must if you like nice views and ambiance...not stuffy or too fancy. read more

Beautiful views and a great wine list. Can't wait to visit again and try the delicious charcuteries we kept seeing go by! read more

Bar 1608 - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

Unique, lots of cocktails and wines. It's not a very big bar so make a reservation or more than likely you will need to wait. They have Blaton's bourbon over the holiday season and if you're lucky, they haven't run out. Also ask for hot chocolate. read more

Bar 1608 - Old fashion - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

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Great views, amazing drinks, frienly staff... Great for date drinks and dinner next door or a round of drinks with clients. read more

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Came here after our tour of Montmorency falls and enjoyed two beautiful glasses of wine as well as some mixed olives. Gorgeous bar and interesting decor made this one of my favorite bars in Québec City! Would highly recommend. read more

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Unbelievable cheese and meats board for 2. The service was wonderful and overall we were overwhelmed with our first meal in Quebec City, right in our hotel lobby! I would recommend for anyone who loves cheese and antipasto! read more

Bar 1608 - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

This is definitely a tourist trap. For $19, I got half of a Cosmo martini - see picture below. Service was friendly but EXTREMELY slow. There are too many places to get a decent drink in this area. Skip this place. read more

Bar 1608 - No, I did not drink from this glass. This is how they served it. So I guess they charge $19 for half of a Cosmo. - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

While staying at the hotel, we knew we wanted to eat here as they have an amazing cheese room and great views. We started off with a couple of drinks. We had the Woodford Reserve that was a special edition made specifically for the hotel's 125th Anniversary. We also had the mixed board with 2 cheeses and 3 charcuteries. It was perfect for 2 people. The service was pleasant. Went back later in the evening for some more cocktails. Jacob was our server and made great drinks with great service. He made some recommendations for drinks and a goat cheese appetizer and we went with them. I love old fashioneds so went with Gold fashioned which is made with rye, maple syrup, and bitters and my husband had a drink which was like a whiskey sour but finished with malbec which also made for a beautiful drink! He also had a martini and enjoyed it. The warm goat cheese was excellent as was the complimentary popcorn. I could eat that popcorn forever. All in all, it was a really great place to stop in for food and drinks with view of the St. Lawrence River. Hopefully you get Jacob as your server too! read more

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We loved it. It is a small bar inside the fairmount hotel. At the end of the long corridor. They have a line usually in front. There is a hostess who will get you a table or bar stool soon. Be prepared to wait. The cocktails and bartenders are great. It is bit pricy but worth every penny. We also had the mixed board which are out of the world. Pretty sand great food. read more

The location is lovely, cozy fireplace seating or some amazing views out the windows. Drinks are expensive as it is a Fairmont. But the staff are unattentitve. And on a quiet Monday evening with few patrons and at least two staff we just did not expect the service to be as slow as it was. We had to wait a long time for our drink order to be taken, and or our drinks to arrive and again for the bill. Drinks are delicious, as are the bar snacks they bring you. We may have ordered food if service had not been so slow. read more

white Cosmo cocktail was so good. Wine and cheese plate. What a day! Love the 29 dollars cheese/meat plate. You will feel very full with beer or wine. read more

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A comfortable cocktail bar in the historic Fairmont Chateau Frontenac. Wonderful cocktail menu and terrific service. Although pricey it is worth it. Often difficult to find a decent Mai Tai....the one here is excellent. Their draft beer with a hint of maple is a good score. read more

Bar 1608 - Mai Tai!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

Beautiful view; informed and helpful staff; lovely wines; delightful atmosphere. Enjoyed our first evening here.

Yummy cocktails here and a cool vibe. They were also kind enough to bring a small cake for my birthday. It's a perfect place for a drink before heading out for dinner. read more

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I give this four stars because of the fantastic view of the river, good drink and wine selection, cheese and charcuterie. This wine bar is located in the beautiful Fairmont hotel which takes center stage in upper Quebec. There's a large circular bar and also cozy tables & chairs scattered throughout. We decided to sat at the bar - I couldn't maneuver the large heavy stools and needed assistance. The service from Marie was attentive and friendly. Upon being seated, she brought over munchies and waters while we looked at the menu. My husband and I enjoyed a glass of wine and shared the 3-cheese plate. We let Marie chose our cheeses and she did a fantastic job. We loved all three. They were presented on a board with bread, jam, grapes and nuts. It was perfect to enjoy with our wine. They also have wonderful meats that you can pair with the cheese. My husband and I most definitely liked the atmosphere of the bar. I recommend stopping here for a break from shopping or sight seeing. It's nice spot to sit and relax. read more

Bar 1608 - You must have cheese when at a wine & cheese bar! - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

Very lovely bar with great panoramic views. The atmosphere felt very welcoming and our servers went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. We started with a whiskey drink and a prosecco before ordering the 3 meat and 2 cheese board. The board was fabulously decorated and looked as good as it tasted. The only let down was the mustard underneath the meats, as my fiancé and I are both hater of mustard. That made it difficult to eat for us and we spent more time trying to scrape it off then we did enjoying the meal. We also had two glasses of Malbec with the cheese board and watched the sunset which was a great end to a great day in Quebec City. For the 4 drinks and the cheese board it cost us $90 without tip, so it's not a place to go every night but definitely a must do at least one. Even if it's just to feel fancy for the night, it's a must. read more

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We only ordered a plate of charcuterie and cheese but it was truly amazing, perhaps the best we've had. The cheeses were locally made as were the meats. The presentation was beautiful and the accompaniments (fruits, nuts, pickles, breads) were perfect. Drinks were a bit expensive (expected at a Fairmont). Surprisingly, the list of wines offered by the glass were quite limited. The environment was phenomenal- a true sensory experience. The space is decorated incredibly, with a mix of styles and textures that was visually quite interesting. TIPS: Seating with a view is limited. read more

Accommodating, asked to modify drink from rocks glass to more of a martini style, bartender didn't even bat an eye. I was just there for drinks, but food looked tasty too. Really enjoyed the tunes -classic rock and roll. So did other patrons. Singing and seat dancing! Everyone wanted to sit outside on a beautiful, sunny Quebec day, watching all the G7 armored cars drive by. Nice spot. read more

Chill wine bar inside spectacular Fairmont Hotel - historic site Perfect place to relax at sunset read more

Bar 1608 - Wine Bars Near Me - Quebec City, Quebec

A lounge type bar inside the Frontenac hotel. We were seated as soon as we arrived on a friday at 7:30pm without reservation. They have a variety of cocktails to offer and among them is the Shrubs (mixed with vinegar) which I find tasty and unique and the Grasshopper which my beau ordered twice. A definite must try place in the area read more

This is a beautiful bar in the chateau with fantastic views of Quebec City. We were lucky to snag two seats near the windows and enjoyed the great views. I had a glass of sparkling cider and a cheese board which was delicious. The board was beautifully presented and tasted amazing. I also loved the free popcorn and nuts that they brought. Stop by here before dinner and you won't regret it. read more

Hotel bar. And a damn good one, nice view over the river. I like the stuffed birds they have here :) Perfect service, good cocktails, what else can you demand for a place like this. Don't miss their cheeseplates, let the waiters/bartenders recommend a wine for you. You won't regret it. read more