lueur — Restaurant in Quebec

The best experiences are those that surprise.

Lueur did that in spades. We had no idea of what to expect when we arrived. We just knew that it was going to be interesting after finding it in the Michelin guide.

The ambiance is similar to a cozy cocktail bar - small and intimate. A 3 person kitchen and bar staff run the whole show. Pierre the front man and mixologist displays his amazing creativity based on his global travels. We started with the “Summer surprise”, which comprised a beach pail full of sangria along with a shovel and 2 straws, a sand toy dump truck full of potato chips, prosciutto, and lightly grated cheese, along with delicious New Brunswick oysters served in a big bright plastic patter. This fun opener set the stage for the rest of the evening. What followed was unpretentious and delicious. Our favourites included the scallops and green beans. If the corn bread is available have that last since it is almost like a dessert - layer sweetness with the consistency of a marshmallow.

We fortunate to eat at a lot of great restaurants. Lueur serves exquisite food that is fun and inviting....

Lueur truly delivers a memorable dining experience. The cozy bar-style seating might not be the most comfortable, but it creates an intimate atmosphere between guests and the chefs. The food is excellent: the mix of flavors and the freshness of the ingredients fully justify the price.

The menu is quite limited, but the options are well chosen and will certainly satisfy different tastes. Dishes are served in a tapas format, perfect for sharing. However, this is not the ideal spot for large groups: seating is at the counter, which makes group conversations unpractical.

The biggest downside, in my opinion, is that the small space and poorly isolated kitchen leave you smelling like the food when you leave. So, if you have plans afterward, you might want to think twice before choosing Lueur.

Despite that, we had a great time, and will surely keep the restaurant in our list for...

We tried to get into Laurie Raphaël, which was booked weeks in advance, so we opted for Lueur instead—and we’re so glad we did! It’s a fantastic local spot with a creative vibe, and sitting at the bar is a highlight—you can even watch the chef prepare dishes if you grab a seat on the far left.

We started with the Martiti (a clever spin on the martini with a cornichon) and Le Winnie—both excellent. The bean salad with creamy tarragon vinaigrette and roasted almonds was outstanding, as were the scallops with shallots and king salmon....