You might already know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. If it’s your first time visiting Quebec City, you might notice that even if we Quebeckers enjoy French and gourmet cuisine, our breakfasts are generous: eggs, bacon, sausages, bread, crepes, coffee… Let me recommend my favourite breakfast restaurants in Quebec City, so you have plenty of energy to discover the old capital’s beauties when you need to find a place to eat in the morning!
If your hotel does not offer complimentary breakfast, where can you eat breakfast in town? There are plenty of options, but here are 5 breakfast restaurants in Quebec City that deserve a visit, in my opinion.
Le Cochon Dingue
Quebec City is a place in North America with many European influences. The Cochon Dingue restaurant is the perfect mix of French and Canadian cuisine. On the one hand, it has the decor of a café in Paris, and on the other, it offers the generosity of a hearty Quebec meal.
It’s true that Le Cochon Dingue is not only a restaurant that serves breakfast but is undoubtedly a great place to brunch with family members and friends. In addition, with their 5 restaurants in the city and 1 in Levis, there is surely a Cochon Dingue close by when you start to feel hungry!
Addresses: many locations in Quebec City
Le Cosmos
Another great breakfast restaurant in Quebec City is Le Cosmos. It offers a wide variety of food and modern decor. Whether you’re looking for something more classic, like eggs and bacon, or something funkier, like their Mexican-inspired eggs benedict, you’ll have a lot of choices! Personally, I recommend their specialty: the cassolette.
There are currently 2 Le Cosmos restaurants, one in Sainte-Foy and the other in Lebourgneuf, and they’re open all day, from breakfast to suppertime. They also often have promotions, so feel free to look at their menus to stay tuned.
2 addresses in Quebec City:
- 2813, boulevard Laurier
- 5700, boulevard des Galeries
Le Buffet de l’Antiquaire
What about good breakfast restaurants in old Quebec City? One of the locals’ and tourists’ favourites is Le Buffet de l’Antiquaire. Close to the old port in lower town, this restaurant stands out because of its great customer service, reasonable price, and they also serve traditional food from Quebec for lunches and suppers. Therefore, it’s a good place to try if you want to taste some local breakfast meals.
An important thing to know: since Le Buffet de l’Antiquaire is popular, you may have to wait a few minutes before getting a table so try to arrive early to avoid that.
Address: 95, rue Saint-Paul
La Fenouillère
If you are staying in the Sainte-Foy neighbourhood or are looking for fine cuisine as a morning meal, let me suggest La Fenouillère. This restaurant has provided gourmet meals and breakfasts for over 30 years and is considered four diamonds by critics. Le Fenouillère is also inside the Hôtel Aristocrate Québec, a Best Western Premier establishment close to the bridges.
Regarding their breakfasts, the menu is relatively short but offers many eggs benedict, eggs and bacon, crepes, and waffles options. You can also choose to include breakfast for an extra at La Fenouillère when staying at the hotel.
Address: 3100, chemin Saint-Louis
Ben & Florentine
There are many Ben & Florentine restaurants all across the province, but it remains one of my favourite breakfast restaurants in Quebec City. I go there when I want to enjoy brunch with my husband.
What I like the most about them is their wide variety of plates (eggs benedict, crepes, waffles, eggs and bacon) and significant portions.
There are 5 Ben & Florentine restaurants in Quebec City (Beauport, Sainte-Foy, Chauveau, Ancienne-Lorette, and Val-Bélair) and 3 in Levis.
Addresses: many locations in Quebec City
In conclusion, there are many options for breakfast restaurants in Quebec City. Whether you’re looking for traditional crepes with real maple syrup or some funkier eggs benedict, you’ll find a place to meet your needs wherever you are staying.
If you don’t have much time between visits and want to grab a viennoiserie, here are my recommendations for the best bakeries. Enjoy!
Do you want suggestions for other great restaurants when visiting Quebec City? These articles might interest you:
- Experiencing the Best Fondue in Quebec City
- 6 All You Can Eat Restaurants in Quebec City to Feast in
- 7 Best Italian Restaurants to Know About
What to Do in Quebec City region and How to Organize Your Trip
Curious about how to spend your day in the Quebec City region? Here’s a list of the top activities to consider adding to your plans:
- Admire Quebec City’s largest waterfall and take a cable car to the top of the Montmorency Falls.
- Experience a unique walking adventure in the heart of Old Quebec and learn about its history.
- Discover the food, beverages, and vineyards of Île d’Orléans.
- Explore the wilderness near Quebec City with a hike in the Jacques-Cartier National Park.
- Introduce yourself to speed skating in Quebec City with top athletes on an inside ice ring.
- Ziplining above the Sainte-Anne canyon near Quebec City.
- Sleep comfortably at the Fairmont Château Frontenac and enjoy an incredible view of the St. Lawrence River.
- Enjoy a peaceful room at the Hilton Quebec and take a dip in the only year-round heated outdoor pool in Quebec City.
Preparing For Your Trip
When I look for things to do in my destination, I always have a look at Viator, GetYourGuide, Manawa, Civitatis and sometimes even Expedia.
It’s first off a great way to find out what there is to do, but always a quick and easy method to book cheaply and efficiently with these renowned platforms.
Need a place to sleep? I find most of my accommodations on Booking.com but I also use Hotels.com for their rewards program (11th free night) as well as Expedia. When booking smaller places in Quebec, you might not find them here and need to contact them directly.
Looking for a cheap flight to the Outaouais through Montreal? Have a look on Cheapoair or Skyscanner I use regularly.
Once you’re there, rent a car to roam free with DiscoverCars, AutoEurope or RentalCars or hop on a bus around Gatineau, Montreal, Quebec, and surrounding cities with Busbud.
Do you want to learn more about visiting Quebec? Take a look at our other pins!
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