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The location of La Maison is pretty central - it's literally in a very touristy part of Old Quebec…read more(Petit Champlain). It also gets pretty busy. Coffee wise - I think it's okay. The latte I get had a weak taste of espresso and tasted a bit more watery than I'd like. I got a pastry in the morning. Nothing special but also nothing bad. Perhaps their other drinks are better but my latte was simply okay. Service was fast and prompt though.

Great place to visit! Good coffee and great pastry also good price too!…read more After walking around over 2 hrs it is a great place to take a coffee break

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Brûlerie Saint-Jean

4.3(70 reviews)

0.4 km

Found this gem 5 minutes walk from my hotel. Had the trio combo of soup of the day (pepper soup),…read moregrilled cheese sandwich (cochonné), and small coffee (Kenya drip coffee) for breakfast. You can even get latte for this combo if you want. Everything was delicious and I liked how I could go upstairs and sit in a quiet area to relax and people watch by the windows. I do wish I asked for my coffee later though. By itself, it's absolutely delicious... but it didn't go well with the pepper soup. And by the time I finished my sandwich and soup to work on my coffee, the coffee was cold. I could see myself coming back again if I lived here and didn't want to try other coffee shops.

Nice quiet place to get away from the crowds in the Main Street and enjoy some good food. Thank you.read more

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La Maison Smith

4.3(103 reviews)

1.0 km

A quaint café about 7 minutes away from the Château Frontenac…read more The staff was friendly and very patient with me while I tried to order in French. She replied with English for me when I was struggling at the end. I appreciated her patience while I tried. We ordered a vanilla latte and a matcha latte. A plus for having lactose free milk even if it's for an extra cost. Both drinks were really good and the matcha was not too bitter. The raspberry cheesecake (un gâteau du fromage aux framboise) was creamy smooth with a perfect balance of sweet and tart. A great place for a cup of coffee and a sweet treat to help you continue to traverse the hills of old Quebec.

This is in a great location and it's nice inside. The staff at this location are super friendly…read more The drinks are very well made. The pastries are always very fresh. I come here every morning when vacationing in Quebec.

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Les Cafés du Soleil

4.7(57 reviews)

1.3 km

Quaint and honest cafe that has existed since the 70's. They roast their own beans in small batches…read moreeach morning on weekdays. Their standard barista blend is very well balanced as either a cappuccino, an espresso, or a cortado. Their decaf blend was equally good. I loved the available spinach turnover, the maple turnover, the regular croissant, and the pistachio croissant. It was an absolute pleasure to start our mornings here between 6:30-7:00 AM and just decompress before launching into the day's activities. We will happily return on our next trip! Our heartfelt thanks to the owner and staff!

I was so thirsty after a hot day of exploring and this cafe offered a handful of non-coffee,…read morenon-matcha alternatives. I normally don't love ordering iced teas at cafes because I feel like they're overpriced for a simple black to but I was excited to see this cafe offered a unique a ginger apple(?) iced tea which was not too sweet and hit the spot to refresh my hydration levels. I topped it off with a pistachio croissant stuffed with pistachio creme. Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating - limited street parking nearby

Savory spinach turnovers with two large cappuccinos.

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Paillard

4.1(750 reviews)

0.8 km

This was our breakfast place of choice for 4 out of 5 days that we were in QC. Such an amazing…read morearray of pastries, plus coffees, breakfast sandwiches and more, that we were able to try something new each day. Such was the allure of Paillard that we are now craving croissants and lattes back home.

So we technically stopped in as someone wanted a iced matcha. I was going to get some unhealthy…read moredrink then my eyes spied a Nutella eclair! I've never had such a thing and just had to try it. It was delicious. The outside chocolate crush was like a candy bar while the cool cream inside was like a super soft ice cream. All together a wonderful dessert and a must try! Oh, the Matcha was okay ... But whatever, the Nutella eclair is where it's at!

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Cochon Dingue

4.1(769 reviews)

1.2 km

Darn you Canada! Darn you and your insane good ability to have foods made better than in the Yay…read moreArea! Ha ha ha! You'll know why I'll type this in a bit. Cochon Dingue, The Crazy Pig in French, is a chain of Quebec Provence French restaurants that according to their site combines bistro refinement with the feel of a local laid back atmosphere. It just so happens that I'm typing a review for the original location on Quebec City's Champlain and Traversiers intersection. Of course, you'll see both English and French on the menus, and I felt bad that my French is horrible as I visited Quebec City and Montreal, but remember. San Jose and the Bay Area as a whole is a Spanish speaking city area given its history, not French, and while I'm at it, Tagalog and Spanish are way more similar than Tagalog and French. It is nice that the Toronto cousin driving us around can still speak it to a point though. Before I forget, do realize that though there are two entryways, only one of them is really walkable, as the other's closed off. As I insert the old "Yes guys, the ladies are cute" and "Yes ladies, the guys are cute" statements pair, I notice how the place has that simple old school French charm, and I get that hospitality that will always stick with me. I wish I can remember what drink I had as it is pretty, but I do remember ordering a Quebec City pork sandwich (I need to coordinate after all as Mr. John Witherspoon would have wanted) and a pavlova dessert along with the group ordering a deluxe poutine. Oh, remember the "Darn you and your insane good ability to have foods made better than in the Yay Area!" statement I typed up, the second statement of this review? This is in regards of the pavlova. So, the first time I had a pavlova was at an Oakland/Berkeley Japanese restaurant called Iyasare (which I actually reviewed). I told our server that I had a pavlova in/near Oakland, and she asked me to see if theirs is better. Normally, I don't like nuts of some sort with berries in desserts, but this place made me actually like the format because a pavolva isn't so much of a guilt dessert, and with this in mind, I developed now the fondness of nuts with fruits with low guilt/guilt free desserts. I still don't like nuts with fruits in desserts, but that now only applies to guilty desserts. Our server went back to our table and asked if she and everyone else at Cochon made a better pavlova than the one at Iyasare. Seeing that I couldn't lie because Canada, I told her yes, which had her giddy. Go be giddy young lady! Yay Canada getting another food victory! The flaw. Seeing that "They made a better pavlova than my fellow Yay Area residents!" isn't a legit flaw, though my one visit was and is memorable, the one flaw the various locations have in general if I should even call it one is that they add Swiss cheese to their Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. I get that it's to have a healthy cheese, and French is spoken in Switzerland, but adding Swiss to the sandwich is a Philadelphia no-no. Cochon Dingue is quite a fabulous place. If it weren't for the perfect score Toronto places I reviewed, Fran's and Makilala (as Tsujiri is shown all over Canada, which is why I didn't type it up), this would have been my favorite Canadian restaurant. To Canadian residents not in Toronto, I'm sorry that none of your beloved restaurants will ever be my top Canadian spot, but remember. Toronto has the most Filipinos of all of your cities, and of course, I'll have that attachment like they do. At least you can hang your hat on how you have a place that makes a better pavlova than my fellow Bay Area residents! So, for people not from Canada, go check the place out, as it's that good! +/Cochon Dingue is cleverly divine for having some of the best hospitality I experienced, the simple old French charm and really good food. -/"You can't put Swiss cheese in Philly's classic sandwich, everyone!"

Stopped here for lunch during our tour with about 50 minutes to eat before catching our St…read more Lawrence River cruise. After a long morning, I was starving and needed something substantial. I ordered the half rack of ribs, which was a mixed bag. The flavor was good, but several ribs were so burnt they were completely inedible--straight to the discard pile. They came with a well-dressed Caesar salad featuring seasoned croutons and delicious shaved bacon, plus sliced fried potatoes that were crispy and not greasy in the least. The thick layer of BBQ sauce wasn't quite my style--I'm a dry rub girl--but I was too hungry to care much. No photos because I devoured everything. My dining companion had a chicken sandwich she raved about. She ordered a Nordic spritz while I indulged in some Quebec cider. Honestly, I expected more pork options given the restaurant's name, but they fed us quickly and efficiently, which was exactly what we needed. No real complaints except for those burnt ribs. The interior has eclectic, cool-looking decor that's worth checking out. Our waitress provided quick and efficient service as well.

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Au 1884

3.7(7 reviews)

1.1 km

No nonsense Toboggan ride, line ups from the end of the line is about 45 mins. Each ticket is good…read morefor one ride / person. You will need two tickets to go down even on the same toboggan. They have about three to four times the number of toboggans to the number of lanes, so there is a constant stream going the whole time. It is a very iconic and speedy ride, definately enjoy if you are in town. If you are just walking by, just go for it, as they do close the ride based on weather conditions. They post updates on the store doors if there are any changes to regular operations. The walkways are slippery, this is the case for all of old Quebec, have the right boots on and take your time. Dragging the toboggan along the path up the ride is not too difficult, but again, watch your footing! Will do this again whenever we are in town and as soon as we can instead of waiting!

This review is just for a short visit for a hot beverage, and not for the toboggan ride. We were…read morestaying at the Chateau Frontenac Hotel and had walked around for a while in the cold and snow in December. We thought it would be nice to grab a hot cocoa and sit indoors after the sun went down. We ordered at the counter and another server prepared our drink for us. We put extra cinnamon in it. Cocoa was decent if not outstanding. Since it was late, only a few people were doing the ride and we couldn't really see them go down from inside the little shack. Anyway, we got what we wanted -- a hot beverage indoors after being out in the cold.

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La Maison Smith

4.5(55 reviews)

0.9 km

We had a nice breakfast at La Maison Smith. We enjoyed a delicious vegan sandwich and an almond…read morecroissant. Coffees were well made including a flat white and their drip coffee. Nice ambiance to enjoy a relaxing but non- fussy breakfast. Service was fast, friendly and efficient.

Cute cafe with a delicious chocolate almond croissant. A few gluten free options for those who need…read morethem (like that carmel brownie). Had a nice vibe inside, but I forgot to take a picture of the place itself.

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Baguette & Chocolat

4.1(109 reviews)

1.1 km

We ordered the savory crepe with eggs, spinach and mozzarella and it was amazing. This was my first…read moretime trying a savory crepe and this did not disappoint. The square shape made it easy to share and it comes with some cole slaw which actually pairs really well with the crepe. It was cool being able to watch the make the crepe in front for you as well. Very filling breakfast

It's a very casual environment - more like a cafe than a restaurant. Everything was clean and the…read moredecorations and the colors were warm and appealing. The menu is not extensive - it's boards on the wall. It makes it very easy to pick or decide if this place is for you or not. We were very excited for crepes and croissants. We were able to get both. We manage to snag enough seats for the 6 of us, we pulled some tables together. It's not a large space, however, there were a couple of parties that had at least 5 people. You order at the counter and then take a seat or step to the side and wait for your name to be called. If you are sitting they will bring the food to you. We ordered a few crepes which we all loved. Nutella, Western, Traditional. Made fresh to order - the kids really enjoyed watching the gentleman make them. They were delicious and beautifully created. The Almond croissant - was flakey and delicious. I would definitely return and recommend.

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Anita L.

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13 years ago

you cannot image how delicious their coffee is, i heard from others that their coffee is made by their own bean,,but i'm not sure,.Anyway, the Latte makes me calm down, l like choose the back seat then read a book with the Latte in the shining afternoon, oh, it's too nice. read more

Drew C.

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9 years ago

Over rated, very rude, avoid if possible. Coffee is bitter, girl at the front seemed nice but was the only one willing to suffer our poor attempts at french. read more

Sara S.

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13 years ago

Best Latte I've had in a long time.

H. Y.

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12 years ago

Great cafe. Very good cappuccino!

Coach D.

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13 years ago

C'est beau et zen.

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