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Published on February 1, 2024

Restaurants for a romantic night out

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As Valentine’s Day approaches, what better way to celebrate love than in the warm and gourmet atmosphere of a great restaurant that beautifully showcases local ingredients? Here is a selection of 10 establishments across the province, all recognized by the Aliments du Québec au menu program, perfect for a romantic evening for two.

Please note that menus are subject to change depending on seasonal availability. It is recommended to contact the restaurant to make a reservation and/or confirm opening days.

Ophelia

Capitale-Nationale
634 Grande Allée East, Québec City, QC G1R 2K5

Nestled along Grande Allée in Old Québec, Ophelia charms couples with its elegant ambiance and refined menu. Specializing in surf-and-turf cuisine, the restaurant offers delights such as snow crab, lobster, and succulent Quebec wagyu beef. Guests can also enjoy their favorite dishes in heated outdoor domes, creating a warm and intimate setting. To experience this magical atmosphere, reservations are recommended several weeks in advance.

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Maison Boire

Estrie (Eastern Townships)
13 Court Street, Granby, QC J2G 4Y6

Maison Boire promises a unique culinary experience centered around wood-fire cooking and a thoughtfully crafted menu. Slow cooking over embers imparts a smoky flavor reminiscent of ancestral traditions. Its intimate atmosphere and newly renovated décor enhance the warmth of the experience. Offering grilled meats and seafood, Maison Boire positions itself as Canada’s greenest restaurant, committed to self-sufficiency with homegrown harvests and local sourcing for exceptional freshness.

Maison Boire is the 2021 Aliments du Québec au menu Restaurateur Award winner.

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Hôtel Montfort Nicolet

Centre-du-Québec
1141 Saint-Jean-Baptiste Street, Nicolet, QC J3T 1W4

Immerse yourself in a romantic and relaxing escape at Hôtel Montfort in Nicolet. Share moments of total relaxation with your loved one in this elegant setting. The hotel’s restaurant offers refined bistronomic cuisine featuring meats, pasta, and fish. A special Valentine’s Day menu includes dishes such as beef carpaccio, wild mushroom risotto, and seafood pasta. Let yourself be seduced by the freshness of local ingredients and the chef’s creativity.

Les Mômes

Montréal
586 Villeray Street, Montréal, QC H2R 1H6

Les Mômes, a bring-your-own-wine restaurant in the Villeray district, offers a unique culinary experience blending French techniques, local products, and eco-responsibility. Carefully crafted plates highlight remarkably fresh ingredients and delicious flavor pairings. In a warm and festive atmosphere, enjoy Lake St. Jean walleye, polenta gnocchi, or a Jerusalem artichoke and caramel dessert. With its simple décor, Les Mômes promises a memorable evening where pleasure and refinement intertwine.

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La Cuisine

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
387 Racine Street East, Chicoutimi, QC G7H 1S8

Since 1994, La Cuisine has captivated diners with authentic and creative market cuisine. Inspired by the seasons and featuring fresh regional products, it is a must-visit destination. Couples can savor dishes such as cheese mousse, pan-seared foie gras, sweetbread puff pastry with Fjord mead, seafood tagliatelle, and exquisite desserts like forest chocolate cake with mushroom powder or deconstructed cheesecake with candied sea buckthorn.

La Cuisine won the 2019 Aliments du Québec au menu Restaurateur Award.

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Sekoya

Laval
3421 Le Carrefour Boulevard, Laval, QC H7T 1V5

Sekoya offers contemporary Quebec cuisine (despite its name, it is not Asian cuisine). The chef maximizes seasonal ingredients and constantly explores innovative ideas. In collaboration with Laval’s local producers, the restaurant guarantees unmatched freshness. The elegant yet relaxed dining room overlooks the open kitchen and includes a lounge area and boutique featuring local artisan products. Signature dishes include duck amuse-bouche, gougères, Quebec veal filet, creamy polenta, and haskap berry, white chocolate, and rose cream. Creativity and excellence make it an ideal Valentine’s destination.

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Bar à vin Liège

Lanaudière
465 Notre-Dame Street, Suite 108, Repentigny, QC J6A 2T3

Bar à vin Liège impresses through its elegant simplicity and seasonal menu showcasing ingredients from Lanaudière and Quebec terroir. The immersive open kitchen and warm dining room create a welcoming atmosphere. Highlights include venison tartare, leg of lamb, and duck breast, promising a memorable gastronomic experience. Perfect for couples seeking a delicious and intimate evening.

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Knuckles

Montréal
241 Jarry Street East, Montréal, QC H2P 1T6

Located at the corner of Jarry and Henri-Julien, Knuckles charms with its cozy and laid-back atmosphere. Described as a cross between fine dining and a greasy spoon, the restaurant serves indulgent dishes made with house-prepared ingredients, including grandma’s panzerotti — a fried pastry stuffed with tomato and cheese. Standout menu items include gratinéed fresh whelks, chicken drumstick sausages in puff pastry, Arctic char tartare served in an éclair, and timeless bucatini carbonara.

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Le Bistro Montebello

Outaouais
570 Notre-Dame Street, Montebello, QC J0V 1L0

Specializing in pub-style cuisine, Le Bistro Montebello offers everything from classic burgers to gourmet poutine. Carefully selected local ingredients ensure a diverse, seasonally inspired menu. Famous for its wood-fired pizzas, guests can watch chefs at work while waiting for their forest mushroom pizza or ham and balsamic caramel creation. Depending on your desired ambiance, choose the lively dining room or the cozier bistro side for a more intimate evening.

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