Very professional and welcoming staff: We stopped for having light lunch (onion soup and poutine). Both were tasty and flavorful. Then had chocolate royal and sweet wine (from Quebec). Very nice way to end the meal.
What guests say about Bistro 1640
Bistro 1640 seems to offer cuisine that is generally very well liked, with several dishes often mentioned such as beef cheek, duck, burgers, pasta, and maple crème brûlée. The atmosphere and décor are often described positively, and many customers highlight warm, attentive, and friendly service. That said, a few reviews mention uneven service, sometimes slow or disorganized, and occasional variation in the quality of the dishes. Overall, it is an interesting option if you’re looking for a well-rated bistro with several popular choices, but there may be differences in the experience.
Reviews / Ratings for Bistro 1640
Simply amazing sharing platter. Delightful afternoon eating, drinking rose wine and people watching in the old town. Highly recommended and the perfect location for a sunny experience in Quebec city
Pretty cozy place and decent food!
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. The fish and shrimp was delicious. The salad was fresh and crisp and the fish and shrimp were perfectly fried.
Delicious breakfast, large portions, very friendly staff. Highly recommend.
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Excellent
The food was okay, but overall the experience was very disappointing. After we finished our mains, no one came by to check on us and we waited for quite a while. We had already placed our dessert order, but were asked to repeat it multiple times, which was frustrating. The service felt very disorganized lol
The food was delicious and the staff was attentive. Pesto pasta and pizza were amazing!
Nice food
Directly across the park and from Chateau Frontenac 1640 Bistro has a fabulous location. They have a lovely patio and it was a perfect spot to enjoy a drink on a warm spring day. The charcuterie boards look phenomenal and some days there are live musicians that play outside just beside the patio.
I had a good experience, Joly was very sweet and helpful
As Close to Perfection as Food Gets We ate at Bistro 1640 and I’m honestly overwhelmed with how good this was. I struggle to even express it. We kept asking each other, “how is it this good?” This is probably in my top 5 meals I’ve ever had. The beef was the most tender and complex flavored meat I can remember having. My wife said the duck was shockingly good. Her face said more than words, but she said it was flavorful perfection. We’ve only had poutine twice, but this will set the standard going forward. Oh- make a reservation!
Today we had time in there and we order tartar with chicken salad The food tastes stale and looks like it has been sitting out for days The chicken was completely overcooked and dry I hop the team of resto take a
Do yourselves a favour and go there, have food/drinks and thank me later!
Lovely bistro and bar. The food was delicious and very attentive staff.
Fantastic bistro! Highly recommend for breakfast. It has such a nice and friendly atmosphere and it is perfect for people who are looking for a chill breakfast without the crazy crowds at the overrated La Buche one street over. I recommend getting a dish with the melon salad as it is sooo good! The ham here is delicious too!
The service was excellent throughout.
Delicious food, amazing service, delightful atmosphere . They really treat you like you matter and I 100% recommend.
Best restaurant in town, best food and best service team, thank you 💐
I love the Parisian vibes and I enjoyed the music My server was very accomodating and food was delicious I ordered burger and since i'm on diet she offered me with out bun and it was well presented when it came
A very peaceful atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a nice time with your partner, family, or friends. The food was delicious, the service was incredible—I highly recommend it.
What can I say? This place has absolutely incredible food! ❤️ The beef jowl is unlike anything I’ve ever had—definitely not your average beef stew! The pasta that came with it was just as flavorful. The pizza? Executed perfectly, with wonderfully stretchy cheese and fresh veggies. The escargot was rich, buttery, and delicious. To top it all off, the complimentary crème brûlée from their current promotion was the cherry on top, and the portion sizes are huge! The prices are very reasonable, and the service is incredibly warm and welcoming.
Friendly service, inspired menu selections and free creme brulee!
Amazing one
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Opening hours
- Sunday 08:30 - 21:00
- Monday 08:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday 08:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday 08:30 - 21:00
- Thursday 08:30 - 21:00
- Friday 08:30 - 21:00
- Saturday 08:30 - 21:00
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