Whether you want to impress a new date or celebrate one month, one year or 10 years together, you need the right place to ensure a successful evening. Here are some places where you won't risk extinguishing the flame.
Daniel Vézina, a well-known face of Quebec gastronomy, leaves his restaurant Laurie Raphaël to his son Raphaël Vézina, who inherited his father's talent for creating a delicate cuisine that showcases local products. Inside this go-to restaurant on rue Dalhousie, the atmosphere is chic but never stuffy, and the service is friendly.
When the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac hotel (on rue des Carrières), the symbol of Quebec, recently experienced a makeover, its upscale restaurant Champlain took advantage – now you can experience the luxury of the hotel without even staying there. Chef Stéphane Modat still comes up with small miracles in his dishes, making this a memorable spot for a special date.
All of Quebec experienced Jean-Luc Boulay on the show Les Chefs!, but lovebirds of the Old Capital have been familiar with his restaurant Le Saint-Amour, on rue Saint-Ursule, for quite some time. Le Saint-Amour has set a precedent with its flawless, gourmet cuisine – perfect for a romantic date.
If you prefer small, intimate bistros, you will be seduced by this restaurant located on rue Saint-Joseph East. It offers beautifully prepared market cuisine that changes with the seasons, all served in a sleek and cozy environment with a nice selection of wines for toasting to love.
To think outside the box, bring your significant other to La Traite, in the Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations on place de la Rencontre in Wendake. Inspired by his Amerindian roots, chef Martin Gagné concocts savoury and sometimes exotic dishes, always made from locally sourced products. The scenery here is magnificent – think trees and outdoor living spaces – and is rustic and chic, without being cliché.