If there is one delicacy that Charlevoix area is known for, it is the cheese. There are two primary…read morecheese masters here and there is no reason to name the other one in this review. As the name states, this is very much a family business and a very popular one at that. A visit offers a chance to see the aging room and enjoy the shop. Beyond cheeses, the family makes spectacular sparkling and still wines from cold weather varietals. They are truly remarkable. When it comes to the cheese itself, there are about 8 or so varieties to pick from, some cow, some sheep and others a mix. The family secret cheese is a favorite, but Tomme is also spectacular. The cheese makers here are known for careful expression of terroir in the cheese, so this is some of the most authentic and most Canadian things that money can buy.

We enjoyed our visit to the fromagerie at La Famille Mingeron. The service was superb and helpful…read moreto us in selecting a few cheeses for a picnic. They also sell rose and white wine. The restaurant looked popular - busy on a Monday afternoon - but we didn't try. Overall my family liked the cheese we tried, especially the Découpe which was aged longer than the other cheeses.

A mandatory stop for cheese on the Charlevoix food trail. We bought some curds for our poutine and…read moresome extra shar cheddar for a gift. Pablo insisted on an ice-cream and it was good. Plenty of parking outside. The shop is spacious and has a number of jams and relishes and wine of course.

Location: In the small town of Saint-Fidèle, just off the 138. Parking is available though be…read morecareful - the place is busy and some people clearly lack parking skills! The place: These guys primarily sell cheese but you can also purchase a few other goods as well. It's not very big and the layout makes it so it can be a little cramped if the place is full. The goods: Everyone stops here on their way to and from Québec's North Shore - at least that's what I was led to believe on both my trips to and from Tadoussac! And for good reason - this is the place to get our beloved curd cheese because not only is it delicious, but it's super fresh! There are so many people who stop in that I don't think these guys have anything left at the end of the day. This time around, I also got butter. Mmmm butter.... it's creamy and delicious and I'm kicking myself for not getting two bars. Yum. Service: Friendly. Price point: Pretty good! The first time, I bought a big bag of curds and I think it was about 8.75. This time, I got the small bag + a brick of butter and the cost was under $9. The price of the cheese is, I believe, less than what you pay in a grocery store.

I love Famille Migneron cheese store and when I found out that there is a restaurant opened next to…read moreit I got very curious. Faux Bergers is not your typical restaurant, you don't just go there for food but also for the experience. I reserved a table online about a week in advance. They offer a 7 course meal from only the local ingredients in the region, almost each dish is explained to you before you taste it. I loved their cabbage salad with carp caviar, definitely a unique tasting dish. The service is great as well. I highly recommend this place if you consider yourself a foodie or just love trying out new things. You won't regret it!

This is the best table and dining experience in the region. It's a hyper-local 7-course meal with…read moreingredients either found directly on the farm or within a fee kilometres. They're located directly on the farm (actually a cheesemaking facility) in a space made for dining and are really passionate about their products. The menu is completely unknown which adds a little bit to the mystery. I would highly recommend you give them a call 48 hours in advance to mention things you don't eat, they're very accommodating. The wine card is short but nice, they're mostly private imports. There's a communal feeling to the whole thing as everyone arrives at the same time and eats at the same time. Every course comes with a thorough description of the ingredients' origins and how they were prepared. It's also a good deal for what you're getting/discovering. One thing they could work on is the dining area: the chairs could be upgraded. I never say this but we were somewhat uncomfortable throughout the evening.

This place is great . Took the family there for a birthday party , Wanted something nice and a…read morelittle different . This is it ! It is located on the cute little main st. so a great place to walk around afterwards . They do 2 types of cheese dinners: 1st in the Swiss Fondue , half the party ordered that it it was fantastic . They give you meats and vegetables to dip . Excellent. 2nd is the Raclette .This is with the semi hard cheese they heat and scrape off onto your plate . Again you are given an assortment of meats and vegetables ,EVERYONE loved this . We have had it in multiple restaurants before and this was as good as any . Service is very good owner is very nice and accommodating ( youngest daughter doesn't eat much so owner said no problem for her to share with my wife ) Something to note . The prices on the menu Include taxes and tip so it is much cheaper than it originally appeared . And you can bring your own wine which makes it even better.

A fabulous dinner in a charming spot. This is one of the few "apporter votre vin" (bring your own…read morewine) restaurants on the main street in Baie St Paul. Also open for lunch, it serves dishes that creatively feature local Charlevoix dairy products. We required a reservation for our Saturday dinner - the place was "complet" - sold out. Nicholas and his wife not only cook and serve, they greet customers and passersby on the street from the outdoor patio. Finally we had a truly great meal in Baie St Paul. Not to be missed by anyone who truly respects the palate!

While driving the Ile d Orleans we stopped at this cheese stop. The workers are dressed in period…read morecostumes and very friendly. There is a large variety of cheeses to purchase. We ordered a premade charcuterie tray. It included some very green cucumber jam! It is unusual but goes well with cheese. There is an area to sit, but there are no bathrooms , other than a porta potty outside.

The cheese was phenomenal and the staff was great! We had the traditional grilled cheese and…read morecheesecake, and bought some cheese to take home!

We stayed in St. Roch, Quebec this summer and had to check out the neighbourhood cheese shop…read more Fromagerie des Grondines is great! In addition to selling cheese and other goodies, inside the cheese shop is a counter that makes and sells hot food! We ordered a grilled cheese sandwich with mushrooms, a baguette sandwich, a large poutine and everything was delicious. The cheese was flavourful. The baguette was perfectly crisp and chewy. The poutine was delightful - with lots of cheese curds, sweet corn and veggie gravy. I picked up a bottle of Raw Quebec Honey for my mom and she absolutely loved the deep flavour. I also bought a bag of D'Antan Maple Potato Donuts for myself and the donuts were epic - so soft, great maple flavour yet not too sweet.

When planning a visit with my family for our annual vacation, delicious food is always a top…read morepriority. When I found out that Fromageries were a thing, I knew we had to make a stop! It was walking distance from our hotel and a beautiful day! Behold my biggest food dream all in one little shop. We had delicious, freshly made grilled cheeses (including poire et brie), baguette with smoked salmon, perfectly cooked French fries, and even the side salad was tasty. You can also take cheese samplers to go and all the accouterments you could ever want. They had many other unique products like Goat Milk Caramel and smoked trout. Be sure to visit. You will not be disappointed!

Friendly and respectful service. Delightful cheese selections with many locally sourced cheeses.read more

Absolutely beautiful cheese shop. Impeccable. Great selection, though expensive. I would trust this…read moreplace without a hiccup.

This was my first trip to Quebec city in many years, so I asked a friend to recommend a pâtisserie…read moreshe loved. Le Croquembouche had what I was looking for. The eclairs and Paris-Brest are so delicious. The crisp choux and creamy fillings were just perfect. The quiche was rich but not heavy. I was mostly there for sweet treats to bring home, so I can't speak to the Vienniosserie or breads, but everything I got was delicious and so, so pretty!

This is one of the best patisseries that I've been to. The quality of the food is outstanding and…read moreyou can tell by the clientele. Very nice service! Smallish place limited seating. But very clean.

Drove by here and told myself I need to stop in and sample one of QC's fine cheese shops! Luckily…read moreit was open on a Thursday night at 7:30 PM. They told me it was closing at 8 PM. A bountiful selection of cheeses. What I found interesting was the wide selection of seasoned cheese curds. With selections such as fine herbs, 3 pepper, BBQ, Rebel BBQ, Cajun Bayou, who would have thought there was a market for seasoned- flavoured cheese? I went with the traditional cheese curds. Bought a $7 bag and can attest the quality is not overly salty but equally squeaky. They have a large selection of other kinds of cheese plus all the stuff you need for poutine and other items such as cheese bread and interesting food selections. A good selection for a Quebec City Cheese shop! Prices are reasonable. It's not France pricing but it's not overly expensive!