Quebec Old Town | Affordable & Delicious Eats

This was my third visit to Quebec, and I focused on casual eats in the historic district. Here are my top picks (and skips!): 🍟Restaurant Poutineville Vieux-Québec ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The ultimate poutine spot! Must-order: Québec Sugar Shack Poutine (sweet & savory perfection). Portion tip: The "Mega" size can easily feed two! 🥐 Paillard ⭐⭐⭐ Overhyped bakery: Best item: Lotus cake (moist & flavorful). Skip: Paris-Brest (dry & hard pastry). Only go if there’s no line! 🧁 Pâtisserie Chouquette ⭐⭐⭐⭐ My go-to pastry shop – French sweets done right! Not just desserts: Their savory options are great too. 🥞 Le Casse-Crêpe Breton ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweet lovers: Chestnut spread + whipped cream/vanilla ice cream. Savory lovers: Roast beef + egg + mushrooms + mozzarella. A must-visit crêperie! 🍖 L’Antiquaire Buffet ⭐⭐⭐ Quirky Quebecois comfort food: Good: Meatballs (Le ragoût de boulettes). Polarizing: Stewed beans with brown sugar (love it or hate it). Maybe better for brunch? 🍕 POLINA Pizzeria ⭐⭐⭐ Convenient but average: Pastas were just okay. Cozy vibe, but not a must-eat. 🍝 Matto (Hôtel 71) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid Italian: Suppli al telefono (risotto-stuffed fried cheese). Seafood linguine (flavorful & fresh). 📍 Final Tips Must-try: Poutineville (best poutine) & Le Casse-Crêpe (perfect crêpes). Skip the line: Paillard isn’t worth a long wait. For something unique: Try L’Antiquaire Buffet (local flavors). #QuebecEats #OldQuebec #PoutineLover #FoodieFinds #TravelOnABudget