15 New Restaurants You Need to Try

At Tonino Pizza in Sillery, chef and owner Anthony Travaglini’s delicious pizzas come straight out of a wood-fired oven. To honour his Italian roots, he even has an authentic Italian pizza chef, Luigi, working the pizza peel like a pro. The colourful little restaurant on Rue Bergeville also serves copious panuzzini, a cross between a sandwich and a pizza, and has a grocery section perfect for stocking up on fine goods imported from Italy. Not sure what to order? We highly recommend the mortadella pizza and the tiramisu.

Steak Avenue has arrived, headed up by chef Thomas Amalfitano of tavern and wine bar Louise and Château Frontenac bistro Le Sam. The menu centres on grilled meats and seafood prepared with first-rate ingredients. Diners can admire the fine cuts of meat in the glass-enclosed aging room or select their fish and seafood from the big ice bar in the middle of the restaurant.

Québec City’s sandwich shop par excellence now has a second location, in Limoilou. The concept here is the same: Johnny (Jonathan Marcoux) makes delicious sandwiches with Franky’s fabulous bread (that’s (François of Borderon & Fils) and serves it with Cantook premium coffee in a spacious, modern setting. We’re sold!

There’s a new vegan option in town and it’s called Les Mauvaises Herbes. With Asian- and Italian-inspired dishes like Korean corndogs, fried gnocchi in coconut curry sauce, puttanesca-style beef heart tomato carpaccio (without the anchovies, obviously), and watermelon gazpacho with vegan feta, this vegan watering hole proves that plant-based foods can be the life of the party! And to wash it all down, there’s a fine selection of local beers and cocktails.

Boutique hotel Monsieur Jean’s new cocktail room, Bijou, is definitely a gem. Done up in shades of sapphire, turquoise and ruby, the luxurious, intimate setting is a real charmer. That attention to detail is equally obvious in the small sharing plates and superb cocktails, which shine all the brighter in this swanky space.

Known and loved on Montréal’s South Shore, Iru Izakaya now has a location in Place Sainte-Foy. With an interior inspired by the narrow streets of Tokyo and a lively atmosphere, this Japanese brewery is the perfect place for a meal out with friends or family. The menu features sushi alongside other Japanese-inspired specialties such as chicken and cauliflower karaage, gyoza, and takoyaki (octopus doughnuts).

Chez Gus is a cute little spin-off of 101 Restaurant de Quartier that has a more laid-back vibe. Set behind the 101, it opens onto a lovely hidden garden and serves a mouth-watering selection of wines and cocktails, along with a few small bites to whet your appetite. Cute!

Le Maurice is back! This famous Grande Allée nightclub is now a chic boutique hotel and resto-lounge straight out of a movie set. Inspired by French and Italian cuisine, the menu is the creation of chef Sébastien Labrie-Lacroix. If you’re feeling cheeky, there’s a hidden door at the back of the building that leads to a little 20-seat speakeasy, Le Charlotte.

lueur is a younger, more affordable, more laid-back version of the famed Laurie Raphaël, but with the same dedication to high-quality local ingredients. Inspired by Japanese omakase, this tiny restaurant has a mere 14 seats, all of which are at the bar. On the other side are Michelle Courtois-Beaudry and Nicolas Cadieux, who set the menu under the supervision of Raphaël Vézina. Watching them work is a joy, and the colourful neon lights and a magnificent mural give the whole experience a funky vibe.

Inspired by New Orleans and named after a famous cocktail created there, Vieux Carré is a cozy, plush cocktail bar—the latest offering from Groupe La Tanière. The menu features classic cocktails made with boreal ingredients, along with a small array of delicious bites concocted by Sabrina Lemay, the chef and owner of neighbouring restaurant L’Orygine.

Newly installed on Rue Saint-Jean, Karibu is both an Asian-style watering hole and a place to pick up fine Québec wines. For winemaker, sommelier and restaurateur Win Le Phan, the goal is to use the platform to introduce visitors to Québec’s winemaking scene. Her libations are paired with a short menu of Asian-inspired creations by chef Geneviève Plante. Karibu also does group tastings and can be rented for private and corporate events.

Known for his appearance on the twelfth season of Les Chefs!, chef Charles-Antoine Sirois (formerly of Tanière³, Saint-Amour, and Ophelia) has opened a new Saint-Roch eatery in the Royal William Hotel. Mila Ristorante is his ode to Italian cuisine, done with local ingredients. The wine and cocktail menu is Italian-focused and highly satisfying. All in all, it’s a classy place for a fun night out.

Fish n’ chips lovers have a new hot date with this foodie destination on Rue Saint-Jean. At Saint-Jean Poisson et Frites, the house specialty comes in two varieties: cod or haddock. Other ocean delights include popcorn mussels, fish tacos, and a seafood platter. And to make sure everyone’s satisfied, there are also crispy chicken burgers, poutines, and salads.

Alexandra Doucet is so in love with Mexico, she needed to bring a little piece of it home to Québec. So, after one of her many trips down south, she opened Restaurant Chez RITA, a colourful little taqueria that seats some 15 people. In addition to tacos (including veggie options), there are quesadillas, burritos, and tortas, all done in an authentic Mexican style.

Newly launched in October 2024, Poulet frit Wong is the latest venture from chef Steven Wong and his partner at Chez Wong, Stéphane Plante. The two restaurateurs wanted to create a fried chicken recipe that’s 100% gluten-free and 100% delicious. And although it can currently only be ordered via delivery apps, it’s already getting a lot of love on social media. We smell a hit!