Ultimate Quebecois Food in Old Quebec, Quebec City, Quebec
During my winter visit to Quebec City, I had the pleasure of dining at Aux Anciens Canadiens, a French restaurant full of history and local Quebecois tradition. Located in Old Quebec, this unique spot is inside Maison Jacquet, the oldest house in the city, which was built in 1675! Walking through the door truly felt like stepping back in time.
The menu at Aux Anciens Canadiens celebrates traditional Quebec recipes. I wanted to try a variety of dishes, so here’s what I ordered:
- Pâté à la viande du Québec - A classic meat pie with a flaky crust and perfectly seasoned filling.
- Matane Lobster and Shrimp Bisque - Creamy and rich with a deep seafood flavour, perfect for winter.
- Ragoût de boulettes et fèves au lard - A hearty dish of meatballs and baked beans, very comforting and satisfying.
- Crème brûlée à l’érable - A sweet maple dessert with a crunchy sugar topping and smooth custard underneath.
Aux Anciens Canadiens is located inside Maison Jacquet, one of the most historic buildings in Quebec City. It was built between 1675 and 1676 and has been home to several important figures, including Philippe-Aubert de Gaspé, the author of Les Anciens Canadiens, who lived there from 1815 to 1824. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
The menu at Aux Anciens Canadiens celebrates traditional Quebec recipes. I wanted to try a variety of dishes, so here’s what I ordered:
- Pâté à la viande du Québec - A classic meat pie with a flaky crust and perfectly seasoned filling.
- Matane Lobster and Shrimp Bisque - Creamy and rich with a deep seafood flavour, perfect for winter.
- Ragoût de boulettes et fèves au lard - A hearty dish of meatballs and baked beans, very comforting and satisfying.
- Crème brûlée à l’érable - A sweet maple dessert with a crunchy sugar topping and smooth custard underneath.
Aux Anciens Canadiens is located inside Maison Jacquet, one of the most historic buildings in Quebec City. It was built between 1675 and 1676 and has been home to several important figures, including Philippe-Aubert de Gaspé, the author of Les Anciens Canadiens, who lived there from 1815 to 1824. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Ultimate Quebecois Food in Old Quebec
Guide Location: Canada » Quebec City
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Carina Urbani
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Guide Location: Canada » Quebec City
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Carina Urbani
Read it on Author's Website: https://www.onegirlandthebigworld.com/2025/11/01/ultimate-quebecois-food-at-aux-anciens-canadiens-in-old-quebec/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Aux Anciens Canadiens
- Château Frontenac
- Dufferin Terrace
- Petit-Champlain District
- Place Royale
- Old Port (Vieux-Port)
- Fortifications of Quebec
- Montmorency Falls
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