La Tanière is a poetic odyssey where history, gamification, and boreal foraging collide with quiet brilliance. Every dish is a gastronomic canvas, where flavors and textures are orchestrated with mastery. The non-alcoholic pairing is extraordinary, a journey of discoveries and surprises in every glass.
Reviews / Ratings for Restaurant Tanière3
My husband and I visited your beautiful restaurant 3 years ago while on our honeymoon and I haven't stopped thinking about it since! I am currently in Québec City with my granddaughter, celebrating her graduation and had to bring her to experience the amazing food and hospitality that are second to none. She loved every single moment of our time with you! She is a true foodie and watches videos on meal tastings and Michelin star restaurants so, she was very excited about going to your restaurant. You surpassed all expectations in every way possible! The food was incredible, the wine pairings were perfect (this coming from someone who truly does not normally like wine), and the level of customer service and care from your amazing and friendly staff was unmatched! We are blessed to travel the world and to be able to try food from many countries. I am afraid that you have spoiled us for any other restaurant's tasting menus and I am not mad about it! The ambience of your establishment is incredibly beautiful and so warm and inviting. It was a perfect evening and we are incredibly grateful to all of you. Merci beaucoup 🫶🏼
We recently dined here and were initially impressed by the elegant ambience and well-presented dishes that reflected its Michelin-star reputation. However, we were very disappointed to find a hair strand in one of our mocktails. This was unexpected and concerning, as we had high expectations for food safety and hygiene at such a prestigious venue. The staff were courteous, but this incident affected our overall experience. We hope it was an isolated oversight and that stricter quality checks will be maintained moving forward.
A. Special thanks to Nicolas from L’orygine. You made all of our dreams come true for our last night s on Quebec City ! First meeting you at L’’ Oryhine and then the next night Hooking us up with a he midst incredible experience of a life time!!!!!! So much gratitude !! For all of the many severs and the chefs ……. It was an unforgettable experience. !!! We will be back. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I dined here on Wednesday, February 26th, and the experience transcended what one typically expects even from an exceptional restaurant. Each course demonstrated precision, creativity, and balance, engaging all the senses. Combining a refined atmosphere and impeccable service, the evening felt less like dinner and more like a carefully orchestrated culinary journey.
Best food experience ever!! Beautiful atmosphere, great service. We had the Chef's counter experience and it was amazing. The only tiny downside was that all the parties AT the Chef's counter did not start their experience at the same time, so staggered attendance led to multiple staff explaining different dishes to different parties at the same time, which made it more difficult to hear - especially when the staff are speaking different languages. Otherwise amazing and I'd recommend any one who can do this to PLEASE take part because you will not regret it. From the moment we got the text to enter a secret code to get in - we were completely taken aback by how wonderful it all was.
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Very unique experience, would like to return during a different season to experience the changes for the food/menu. If you’re reading this, book your reservation and make a trip to this establishment right away.
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An experience. Everyone I spoke to said Tanière was about more than just the food. And they were right. It was the most complete dining experience I’ve had in North America. Exceptional cooking, thoughtful presentation, creative/local ingredients, warm hospitality, and a coherent story that ties everything together. The evening began enigmatically. I entered a door code, descended into what felt like an underground vault, and arrived at a speakeasy-style lounge. After a few small bites there, I was escorted into the main dining room (the chef’s counter). With the low light, heavy wood, and intimate setup, sitting at the counter felt like gathering for a secret meeting in a medieval chamber. One of the perks of the chef’s counter was the clear view into the kitchen, and more importantly, being served directly by chef-owner Nicol for several of the main courses. Food-wise, there wasn’t a single miss. Despite nearly 20 small bites and dishes, nothing felt repetitive in concept or flavor. I visited at a perfect time for Canadian seafood, with prime ingredients from the coasts and the St. Lawrence River like bluefin tuna and scallops. The dry-aged bluefin tuna may have been the best seafood dish I’ve ever had. Each bite was packed with deeply concentrated umami, enhanced by bright, fruity notes of plum and blackberry. What elevated it further was the non-alcoholic pairing, which echoed one of the dish’s core flavor notes and reinforced the overall composition rather than competing with it. This approach applied through the rest of the menu. The pairings consistently mirrored a central element of each dish, which added depth without sacrificing creativity or flavor. Dessert was also impeccable. The corn madeleine, corn cannoli, and popcorn reimagined one of Quebec’s most pedestrian crops into something playful yet refined. Among the dozens of Michelin-starred meals I had last year, this was undoubtedly in my top three. Would definitely be back to try their other seasonal tasting menu.
For now, is my best restaurant in my life that I tried! People who gave 1 star reviews, common guys just go Eat poutine next time!
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Opening hours
- Sunday 17:00 - 21:15
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday 17:00 - 21:15
- Friday 17:00 - 21:15
- Saturday 17:00 - 21:15
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