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Quebec City Hidden Gem | ARVI –Fine Dining Experience!

When our plans for classic French cuisine in Quebec City fell through due to fully booked restaurants, we stumbled upon ARVI—a Michelin-worthy hidden gem that ended up being the highlight of our trip! This intimate, open-concept fine dining spot offers a modern twist on Quebecois flavors with impeccable execution. ✨ Why ARVI Stands Out Unexpected Find: While most high-end French restaurants require reservations weeks in advance, ARVI had availability (lucky us!). Chef’s Playground: The menu changes seasonally, focusing on hyper-local ingredients—think foraged mushrooms, Quebec venison, and Atlantic seafood. Open Kitchen Concept: Watch the chefs craft each dish with precision—a treat for food enthusiasts! 🍽 The Tasting Menu Experience ($98 CAD) Officially 5 courses, but we got 6 (including a surprise "Special of the Day"). Here’s the breakdown: Amuse-Bouche – A delicate bite of house-cured charcuterie with pickled vegetables. Scallop Crudo – Fresh scallops with apple gelée and wild herbs. Duck Confit – Tender, crispy-skinned duck with a blackberry reduction. Intermezzo – A refreshing elderflower sorbet palate cleanser. Venison Loin – Perfectly seared with juniper berry jus and roasted root veggies. "Special of the Day" – A surprise mushroom risotto with truffle shavings (heavenly!). 🍷 Wine Pairing (Highly Recommended!) We opted for the 2-person pairing ($150 CAD), featuring: Local Quebec Wines – A crisp sparkling from the Eastern Townships, a bold red from Montérégie. Natural & Biodynamic Picks – The sommelier’s selections elevated every course. (Yes, we left pleasantly buzzed!) 🍿 The Bread Situation Their house-made sourdough with cultured butter was so addictive, we demolished 4 baskets before the first course arrived. (Blame the slow-but-worth-it pacing!) 💰 Final Bill: ~$400 CAD Including tax/tip, this was a splurge but 100% justified—every dish was memorable. ⚠️ Tips for Future Diners ✔ Book ahead if you can—we got lucky with a last-minute spot! ✔ Come slightly peckish, not starving—courses arrive at a leisurely pace. ✔ Ask about the day’s special—it might be the best dish of the night! 📍 ARVI 519 Av. 3e, Québec, QC G1L 2W4 #QuebecEats #FineDiningLover #FoodieAdventure #MichelinExperience #QuebecCityFood #HiddenGem #DateNightSpot #WinePairing

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Quebec City Hidden Gem | ARVI –Fine Dining Experience!

When our plans for classic French cuisine in Quebec City fell through due to fully booked restaurants, we stumbled upon ARVI—a Michelin-worthy hidden gem that ended up being the highlight of our trip! This intimate, open-concept fine dining spot offers a modern twist on Quebecois flavors with impeccable execution. ✨ Why ARVI Stands Out Unexpected Find: While most high-end French restaurants require reservations weeks in advance, ARVI had availability (lucky us!). Chef’s Playground: The menu changes seasonally, focusing on hyper-local ingredients—think foraged mushrooms, Quebec venison, and Atlantic seafood. Open Kitchen Concept: Watch the chefs craft each dish with precision—a treat for food enthusiasts! 🍽 The Tasting Menu Experience ($98 CAD) Officially 5 courses, but we got 6 (including a surprise "Special of the Day"). Here’s the breakdown: Amuse-Bouche – A delicate bite of house-cured charcuterie with pickled vegetables. Scallop Crudo – Fresh scallops with apple gelée and wild herbs. Duck Confit – Tender, crispy-skinned duck with a blackberry reduction. Intermezzo – A refreshing elderflower sorbet palate cleanser. Venison Loin – Perfectly seared with juniper berry jus and roasted root veggies. "Special of the Day" – A surprise mushroom risotto with truffle shavings (heavenly!). 🍷 Wine Pairing (Highly Recommended!) We opted for the 2-person pairing ($150 CAD), featuring: Local Quebec Wines – A crisp sparkling from the Eastern Townships, a bold red from Montérégie. Natural & Biodynamic Picks – The sommelier’s selections elevated every course. (Yes, we left pleasantly buzzed!) 🍿 The Bread Situation Their house-made sourdough with cultured butter was so addictive, we demolished 4 baskets before the first course arrived. (Blame the slow-but-worth-it pacing!) 💰 Final Bill: ~$400 CAD Including tax/tip, this was a splurge but 100% justified—every dish was memorable. ⚠️ Tips for Future Diners ✔ Book ahead if you can—we got lucky with a last-minute spot! ✔ Come slightly peckish, not starving—courses arrive at a leisurely pace. ✔ Ask about the day’s special—it might be the best dish of the night! 📍 ARVI 519 Av. 3e, Québec, QC G1L 2W4 #QuebecEats #FineDiningLover #FoodieAdventure #MichelinExperience #QuebecCityFood #HiddenGem #DateNightSpot #WinePairing

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