Where to brunch in Quebec City? Brunching is an increasingly popular activity. While the very act of brunching is enjoyable, finding a place that suits the flavour of everyone involved can sometimes be complicated.
Fortunately, Quebec City is full of options in this domain. The Quebec capital is known for being vibrant and full of life. Everyone has their favourite restaurant, and their preferred brunch spot. So, for those moments when you can’t agree on where to brunch or simply when you’re looking for a new place to try, here is our list of 10 great brunch spots in Quebec City.
This list is a collection of favourite addresses, chic restaurants, comforting addresses and friendly counters. Yes, because if brunch is an activity that can last a few hours in a restaurant, it can also be simply the act of eating copiously rather than eating breakfast and lunch. Some establishments allow you to sit down and enjoy a classic Quebecois meal, while others take you on a journey with their flavours. In other establishments, we simply appreciate the diversity of dishes offered to us; not huge breakfast plates – we have our addresses for that – but simply different and delicious options to change things up a bit. We also like the simple idea of being able to take your brunch to go and enjoy it anywhere in the city. In short, there is something here for everyone, enough to satisfy any group looking for a place to brunch in Quebec City.
So, let’s drink mimosas, taste extravagant dishes, and enjoy the day! Happy brunch to all!
For those of you traveling to Montreal, try our list of the best brunches in town!
Babeurre Délicatesses
For a weekday brunch, head to Limoilou’s Babeurre Délicatesses, a lovely neighbourhood eatery where chef Karine Jacques and her team whip up all sorts of sweet and savoury delights: brioches, scones, doughnuts, madeleines, quiches, breakfast sandwiches, and many other treats. We love the bright, colourful space with its vintage booths salvaged from an old McDonald’s.Note: Babeurre Délicatesses is closed on weekends.
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MAUDE épicerie/laboratoire culinaire
Chef Maude Desroches’s grocery shop and culinary lab (formerly of Le Voisin and Pied Bleu) is a little off the beaten path, in the Maizerets area of Limoilou. In addition to a fine grocery section stocked with local products (and seasonal vegetables from nearby farms!), Maude cooks up a variety of ready-to-eat dishes. The spot also offers excellent weekday lunches and one of the best brunches in town on weekends. It’s well worth the trip!
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Restaurant Le Clan
Chef Stéphane Modat’s restaurant consistently delivers delicious cuisine. In the evening, the plates are so beautifully crafted they dazzle—long after the sun has set. For brunch, served on Saturdays and Sundays, you can also expect plenty of delightful surprises with each service, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere matches that of the dinner service. A highly recommended spot!
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Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal
One of the best restaurants in Quebec City, Chez Boulay’s brunch is offered on Saturdays and Sundays. Bistro of the boreal type, that is to say a place offering a local cuisine whose inspiration lies in Nordic cuisine. The menu changes frequently, but the quality remains at its highest. The dishes are delicious and appeal to all tastes. Chez Boulay approaches brunch with originality and flavour; you won’t be disappointed. photo Chez Boulay
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Chez Rioux & Pettigrew
Located on the waterfront in the old city, Rioux and Pettigrew works with local products to make brunch an enjoyable as well as thoughtful experience. Navigating deftly between breakfast and lunch, the restaurant offers hearty plates with an interesting mix of flavours. The dishes listed on the menu all have a touch of originality; the address is suggested for a distinguished brunch. Photo Chez Rioux et Pettigrew
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Le Hobbit
In the upper town, you will find the Hobbit, a charming address that shines with its conviviality and simplicity. The brunch here is constantly evolving, but always stands out for its original approach and mix of flavours. Available on weekends, the Hobbit’s brunch is the perfect way to start the day with flavour and without pretension. During the week, you will always find the excellent and comforting breakfast menu which, although not as copious as the brunches, remains simple and delicious. This little address is truly charming. Photo Le Hobbit
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Le Don
100% vegan restaurants are few and far between in Québec City—and this one proudly claims to be the very first. While free of animal protein, the dishes are generous and full of flavour. We love the eclectic decor, friendly service, and excellent cocktails. A great spot for a hearty and boozy brunch!
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Buffet de L'antiquaire
Contrary to what the name of the establishment might suggest, the Buffet de l’Antiquaire is not one. The Buffet is one in name only. There is no brunch to speak of, but rather an impressive selection of hearty, delicious breakfasts for all tastes. An entire page dedicated to eggs Benedict puts them forward with several customizable options. An array of eggs, pancakes, omelettes and breakfasts on the go make Buffet de l’Antiquaire a must in the breakfast and brunch category! Photo Buffet de l’Antiquaire
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Maelstrøm Saint-Roch
A daytime café and evening cocktail bar, Maelstrøm serves up a delicious brunch menu seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tartines, Turkish eggs, shakshuka, gravlax, pancakes, avocado Benedict—there’s something to satisfy every craving and appetite!
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Louise Taverne & Bar à Vin
On pourrait penser qu’une maison ouverte sept jours sur sept et s’affichant comme “taverne et bar à vin” est à éviter pour bruncher. Ce n’est pas le cas chez Lōuise Taverne et Bar à Vin car dès l’aube, le samedi et le dimanche, un brunch simple et rassurant vous attend ici.
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Champlain
We published a glowing article about Le Champlain, the very chic fine dining restaurant at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. The article is titled Le Champlain: Haute Gastronomie Québécoise at the Château Frontenac. If the words “chic restaurant” and “fine dining” didn’t make you flinch, you’ll probably smile when you see that this brunch is priced at $79. And rightly so—it’s bound to be exceptional. Here, you can enjoy a generous buffet of sweet and savoury delights: pastries, seafood and fish, fresh fruit, meats, local charcuterie and cheeses, and more.
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Les Botanistes
Les Botanistes is led by an intriguing trio of chefs: two Quebecers, Jean-Luc Boulay and Arnaud Marchand, and Bordeaux-born Émeline Péro, the restaurant’s executive chef. So it’s no surprise that their weekend brunch—served on Saturdays and Sundays—is a standout. The menu features about half a dozen tempting dishes, with the level of service one would expect from any project bearing the Boulay name. As a charming detail, the restaurant notes on its website that “each dish includes an amuse-bouche, a sweet final bite, and your choice of coffee, tea, or juice.”
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Le Billig
What could be better than a delicious Breton crêpe with a cheeky coffee on a lazy Sunday morning? No wonder Le Billig, the beloved crêperie-bistro, remains so popular nearly 20 years after it first opened. Open from 11 a.m. on weekdays and from 10 a.m. on weekends.
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