Va Bene bar antipasto

H Sumaida (293 reviews)

24 Oct 2026

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5.0

This place is run like a perfect machine. Great food. Very nice fixed menu. Pasta in a cheese wheel is amazing. Great carpaccio and very nice dishes. Service by Thierry. Amazing service

Restaurant response

Response added on 26 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience, especially our signature cheese wheel pasta and carpaccio. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Thierry! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Ron Morris (37 reviews)

10 Oct 2026

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5.0

This was a wonderful meal and overall experience.

Restaurant response

Response added on 11 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful meal and experience with us. We hope to welcome you back to Va Bene again soon!

Adam Baker (7 reviews)

4 Oct 2026

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5.0

Spontaneously popped in here with my parents. Phenomenal food, service and ambiance. I look forward to visiting again.

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for stopping by and for sharing your experience! We’re delighted that your spontaneous visit turned into such a memorable one. It’s wonderful to hear that you and your parents enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back to Va Bene!

Faye Adamopoulos (1 review)

4 Oct 2026

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5.0

Overall a great experience!!! Food was amazing from start to finish and thank you to our server gabrielle for making it even better. 10 on 10

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for the amazing review and the 10/10! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed everything from start to finish. A special thank you for mentioning Gabriel — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words! We hope to welcome you back to Va Bene again soon!

Zab (97 reviews)

29 Sep 2026

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4.7

We visited this restaurant looking for a nice place to have dinner that didn’t close too early on a Thursday night. Va Bene was the option. We made reservations, but arrived 20 minutes early to sit at the bar. Surprising, they do not have a bar. But, they seated us immediately, so, we don’t complain. 😄 The heating was too high, and they were nice enough to lower the heat for us. The food was delicious. My wife had an asparagus risotto (I didn’t take a picture). I had the lamb with risotto and bone marrow sauce. Very good. A glass of wine was great, and a classic old fashioned to close the night. We had a great time. I recommend this place.

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! While we may not have a bar to enjoy a drink before dinner, we’re glad we could get you seated a little earlier than expected! 😄 It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your evening, from the risotto and lamb to the wine and Old Fashioned. We’re also happy our team was able to make you more comfortable during your visit. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you both back to Va Bene the next time you’re in Quebec City!

Mathias Painchaud (150 reviews)

29 Sep 2026

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5.0

Very pleasant, authentique restaurant. The style and ambiance makes you travel instantly🏡💨 (silverware, music, menu, staff)

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that the atmosphere and all the little details made you feel transported for a moment. Creating that warm and authentic Italian experience is exactly what we strive for. We hope to welcome you back to Va Bene very soon!

Rich L. (35 reviews)

28 Sep 2026

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4.7

Great food, we had the bolognese and the couple next to use then recommended the tiramisu, and it did not disappoint. I also had a basil Smash which I believe is top 5 cocktails I’ve ever had. Great spot to sit outside in old Quebec

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Oct 2026

Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Bolognese, and it sounds like your neighbors made an excellent call with the tiramisu! Hearing that our Basil Smash ranks among your top five cocktails is an incredible compliment. We hope to welcome you back for another evening on our terrace in Old Quebec!

Sarah Stevenson (6 reviews)

20 Sep 2026

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5.0

This was the best restaurant of our entire stay in Quebec city! The service was impeccable! The food was absolutely amazing! Can’t wait to go back!!

S K (Sam) (15 reviews)

20 Sep 2026

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5.0

We celebrated my mother’s birthday at Va Bene, and from start to finish, we felt so welcomed and well taken care of. Our server, Gabriel, was absolutely top-notch, so personable, attentive, and full of great recommendations. He made us feel like family and truly made the evening special. A huge thank you to the chefs, management, and entire staff for taking such great care of us. The food was outstanding, and every part of the experience was wonderful. When we return to Quebec City, we will definitely be back. Thank you for making my mother’s birthday so memorable! ❤️

Levent Karadağ

14 Sep 2026

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5.0

Honestly, the cleanliness left a lot to be desired. I noticed several tables were not wiped down.

Sebastien morris (13 reviews)

12 Sep 2026

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5.0

We add the cacio very good i do recommend

Dilara Isik

11 Sep 2026

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5.0

The meal took far too long to arrive, and by the time it got to my table, I was already regretting my choice.

Fiona Cheshire (12 reviews)

11 Sep 2026

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5.0

Fabulous; our last evening meal in Quebec and Canada before returning home and we weren’t disappointed. From the initial friendly greeting through service to the end of our meal the waiter was attentive and informative. The meal was quite possibly the best we had during our 2 weeks in Canada. Really tasty and filling, we had the Gnudi di Ricotta followed by Risotto and Stinco di agnello alla Milanese all delicious. Highly recommended.

P (17 reviews)

7 Sep 2026

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5.0

The food here at Va Bene was so incredibly good. I can’t stop thinking about the beef carpaccio and the cacio e pepe.

Naira Sevana (5 reviews)

4 Sep 2026

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5.0

I don’t often comment on restaurants, but this one is excellent in every category and therefore I had to comment. My party and I were visiting the area recently, it was my suggestion we go to Va Bene (as I had a positive experience previously as well). This second visit at the restaurant was even more exceptional, I have to comment on the excellent service by Sarah, she was amazing. She made excellent suggestions for us, from the food, to the wine. Our party opted to do the flambé and antipasto dish for sharing. Every item we have ordered here has been amazing. They were also great with accommodating my mom, who has difficulty with mobility. Our party was so happy with the experience. Thank you Va Bene and Sarah for once again delivering excellent service, and making our afternoon so memorable and special for us. Highly recommend coming to this restaurant for a special day or whenever you are in old Quebec City.

Sean Aghazadeh (38 reviews)

25 Aug 2026

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5.0

Exceptional dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious and full of authentic flavor, and the staff were incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. You can really feel the effort and passion put into every detail. Highly recommended! 5 stars without a doubt.

Em Dalz (49 reviews)

14 Aug 2026

Source: Google

1.7

Husband had wanted to go here for years for the Parmesan wheel pasta. We went with 5 ppl. Service was ok no major complaints but nothing special. We got the 4 course meal with flambee pasta. Bread was dry. Sides were ok. Just nothing outstanding given the price. The flambé pasta itself was tasty but not something I’d ever return for. The shrimp were incredibly overcooked. The 2 other dishes our table got were not good. One was the asparagus risotto. We assumed it would be more like a citrusy pesto sayce with chunks of asparagus. Instead it tasted more like puréed green peas and asparagus. The other was the meat sauce pasta, it was incredibly bland. (2 ppl got this) The tiramisu was ok and there was nothing special about the carpaccio. As a comparison, I would have been much more satisfied eating at a pub and 100 times more satisfied eating somewhere like sapristi, whereas I was under the impression this would have been matto level. I’m shocked it has such good reviews…

Restaurant response

Response added on 16 Aug 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet the expectations you had after wanting to visit us for so long. We appreciate your comments regarding the bread, the shrimp, the risotto, and the meat sauce pasta. While we’re pleased that you enjoyed the flambé pasta, we’re disappointed that several other dishes fell short. Your observations have been shared with both our kitchen and service teams, as we are always looking for ways to improve. We understand how disappointing it is when a highly anticipated meal doesn’t live up to expectations, and we sincerely appreciate your honest review. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity in the future to provide the experience so many of our guests have come to know and enjoy.

hoda azari (15 reviews)

8 Aug 2026

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4.0

The food was amazing. We ordered pistachios pasta, braised lamb, and carbonara pasta. Carbonara was very dry, but the rest were delicious. The waiter was a little bit cocky but everything else was great.

Marie-Anna Perron

6 Aug 2026

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5.0

Amazing. Everything is perfect, the food was absolutely delicious, the service was wonderful and the restaurant itself was truly incredible. What a great experience!

Jenny Weston (5 reviews)

4 Aug 2026

Source: Google

1.7

Worst experience ever. We came here from Colorado to have an amazing night for our anniversary. Quebec City. My husband had spent days looking for this place for a perfect night. I felt so bad for him. We ordered dinner and after 50 minutes we had no service and no food. I was so sad when we had to leave and find dinner for the night. Worst experience ever at a restaurant. I think they didn’t like us because we speak English. Apparently racism is alive in Quebec City.

Restaurant response

Response added on 6 Aug 2026

Hi Jenny, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I am truly sorry that your anniversary dinner did not unfold as you had hoped. After speaking with my team, we believe there was a genuine misunderstanding regarding the start of your dining experience. Our server understood that you wished to enjoy your beers before beginning the 4-course tasting menu with the wine pairing and, based on that understanding, waited before sending the first course to the kitchen. Unfortunately, this misunderstanding was never clarified during your visit, and I sincerely regret that it resulted in such a disappointing experience. I was also saddened to read that you felt your experience may have been influenced by the fact that you speak English. I would like to assure you that this was absolutely not the case. We are privileged to welcome guests from all over the world every day, and every guest is treated with the same care, respect, and hospitality. While this explanation cannot change how your evening unfolded, I sincerely apologize that we did not provide the experience you deserved, especially on such an important occasion. I truly regret that we were not able to be part of what should have been a memorable anniversary celebration. I wish you all the very best. Philippe Owner, Va Bene Bar Antipasto

Anthony Shepperdson (273 reviews)

4 Aug 2026

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2.0

Absolutely the worst service ever. Planned a special dinner. Waited 50 minutes after ordering. Finally left as no food came and no one even checked on us and it was 2200. Just left as we were hungry and had to find food. Reservation was useless apparently... Maybe they hate English speakers. The people next to us had 1 appetizer from the 4 Course meal in the 50 minutes we were there. Don't go here if you want to actually eat. Can't explain how angry I was Without swear words. I hope they fail badly. I was even hoping for a long dinner but at one point they were closing and I had to leave. Edit. Genuine misunderstanding...... Very interesting. Initial conversation with staff was very very straightforward. They just never came back.

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Aug 2026

Hi Anthony, Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback. I wanted to personally apologize and discuss your experience with you. I tried calling the phone number you provided when you came to the restaurant to make your reservation, but unfortunately I wasn't able to reach you. After speaking with my team, it appears there was a genuine misunderstanding during your visit. While the situation was unintentional, that does not change the fact that we failed to provide the level of hospitality you deserved, and for that, I am truly sorry. If you are still in Quebec City, I would be honored to invite you and your wife back as my personal guests so we can provide the experience we are truly known for. If you have already returned home, I would still greatly appreciate the opportunity to speak with you personally. Please feel free to call us directly at 418-694-0852 at your convenience, or email us at [email protected]. I sincerely hope we have the opportunity to make this right. Thank you again for your feedback, and I truly hope to have the chance to welcome you back. Philippe Owner, Va Bene Bar Antipasto

paromita chatterjee (20 reviews)

4 Aug 2026

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5.0

This is hands down the best restaurant in Quebec City! The environment is warm and welcoming! Food and services are excellent! Highly recommend! I congratulate the entire staff and owners for such good quality! 👍🏻👏

Marcelo Ludolf (92 reviews)

1 Aug 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Great food and service

Restaurant response

Response added on 2 Aug 2026

Thank you so much! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

Laurie-Anne Savard (8 reviews)

25 Jul 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Amazing food and amazing service! Perfect for a date night

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Jul 2026

Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed both the food and the service. It means a lot to know we could be part of your date night, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable evening soon! 🍷

Zachary Sommerfeldt (18 reviews)

25 Jul 2026

Source: Google

5.0

The quintessential Quebec experience. Gabriel was amazing. The food was delicious and the drinks were fantastic.

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Jul 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience with us. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Gabriel—he’ll be delighted to know he helped make your visit special. We look forward to welcoming you back to Va Bene the next time you’re in Québec! 🍷✨