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Le Continental

26 Rue St-Louis, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 3Y9, Canada (Downtown Quebec City)
(418) 694-9995
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Ranked #2 of 692 restaurants in Quebec City
Price range: €19 - €78
Cuisines: French
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Downtown Quebec City
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Ottawa, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Yes Le Continental specializes in the art of fine, traditional dining. The waiters are in white jackets, the décor in a grand 19th century home is warm and romantic, they prepare your Caesar's salad at the Table, and they serve an acceptable Chateaubriand for two, even though the side vegetables were nothing special. But as my wife commented when we... More

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Quebec City, Quebec
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30 reviews 30 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

This is not a typical bistro. It's a dress-up, old-school, classical restaurant with white coated waiters, who do a lot of table side prep: Caesar salad for two, flambé, deboning fish, etc. Menu is traditional: duck à l'orange, filet mignon, lobster, rack of lamb, foie gras, etc. A few very nice specials did highlight the region, such as caribou and... More

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Montreal, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

My husband & I dined at Le Continental during our visit to Quebec city, and were delighted with our wonderful choice, given it was excellent! From the excellent food (I had the salmon, which was one of the best I ever had) to the great service by our waiter Pierre, everything was simply perfect! Thank you to the entire staff... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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97 reviews 97 reviews
50 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

After carefully reading Trip Advisor reviews and having a peak at this restaurant beforehand, we chose it for our final evening in Quebec. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, we were truly taken back in time to an era when dining was not just food and atmosphere, but the entire experience. Wait-staff in white jackets; fine... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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30 reviews 30 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013 via mobile

Excellent meal and service. My spouse had the salmon which she said ws the best she ever had. The veal was very tasty. The ceasar salad was made in front of us, and correctly spiced. Desserts were good, the maple syrup pie wsa good, but the pastry was a bit soft. Still very good, but i have had much better.

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

i remember going here in high school and college on a trip. it was like it never changed. LOVED the fog legs...it taste like chicken.....LOL ask for a table near the back...more private. service was great. Jerry Ehrlich from the Great City of Philadelphia

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Peterborough, Canada
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Overall, I have to say that this is the stereotypical arrogant service. Yes, very fancy and over-the-top service, but be prepared to be looked down at if you haven't over-dressed. Meanwhile the food was good but did not live up to the expectations of the environment. So, if you're looking for instantaneous service from a battalion of waiters, then this... More

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Clarksville, Maryland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Let me preface this review by saying that I am a "foodie" and have had the opportunity to eat in some amazing restaurants and so maybe I am a bit of a "tough crowd"--Anyway, based on the reviews we read on Trip Advisor and with the #1 rating we were really expecting a memorable meal, I mean food that was... More

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Toronto, Canada
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26 reviews 26 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

My husband and I visited Le Continental for our anniversary. The service was first class, the food as well. I would especially recommend the filet mignon prepared tableside - the texture and taste of the meat and accompanying sauce were amazing. The wine list is very good. This is a great restaurant for a romantic dinner for special occasions. Old... More

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Beaumont, Texas
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30 reviews 30 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

For a "milestone 65th" birthday dinner this restaurant could not have been a better choice. The elegant tables and subdued lighting made for a beautiful setting. The caesar salad prepared tableside and "flambed" filet mignon prepared tableside were outstanding. The aromas of the steak cooking in the copper pan and the elegant sauces used in the preparation of this entree... More

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