Best Cafés in Quebec City
This list covers the best cafés and coffee shops in Quebec City, based on Google ratings and review counts from October 2026. The majority of the 20 places are in the La Cité-Limoilou neighbourhood, with a few in Desjardins and St-Romuald. Most cafés are inexpensive or moderate in price. Ratings are high, ranging from 4.6 to 4.9, with review counts from 231 to 1077.
The list reflects a strong local scene where reviewers often mention specific drinks like cortados and matcha. They also frequently talk about pastries, friendly service, and unique features like cat cafés or on-site roasting. Several places are noted for being suitable for solo dining or working on a laptop. The selection includes only places with at least 150 reviews, ensuring established spots are featured.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cantook Micro Torréfaction | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 972 | $$ |
| 2 | Ma Station café | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 647 | $ |
| 3 | Le Kogi | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 415 | $ |
| 4 | Café Félin Chats-Nous | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 607 | $ |
| 5 | Le Philtre Cafe | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 382 | $ |
| 6 | Café La Maison Smith Limoilou | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,077 | $$ |
| 7 | Café Quoi? | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 323 | $ |
| 8 | Pékoe | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 785 | $$ |
| 9 | Le Packwood café et boutique | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 413 | $ |
| 10 | ES Cafe St-Romuald | St-Romuald | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 638 | $$ |
| 11 | Café Sobab | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 389 | $ |
| 12 | deTerroir café | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 382 | $ |
| 13 | Les Cafés du Soleil | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 551 | $$ |
| 14 | ES Café Lauzon | Desjardins | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 496 | $$ |
| 15 | Nektar Caféologue | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 979 | $$ |
| 16 | Tambour Café | Desjardins | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 232 | |
| 17 | Café Paleta | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.9 | 231 | $ |
| 18 | café Olive | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 454 | $ |
| 19 | Café Castelo | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 445 | $$ |
| 20 | OUI OUI - CAFÉ | La Cité-Limoilou | ★★★★★ 4.8 | 283 | $ |
Cantook Micro Torréfaction
Cantook Micro Torréfaction is a cafe in La Cité-Limoilou with a moderate price level. It has a 4.8 rating from 972 reviews and is open daily, with evening hours until 7:00 PM on weekdays. Reviewers often mention its roasted coffee, espresso, and outdoor seating, and it serves notable coffee and tea.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 07:30-19:00
- Tue 07:30-19:00
- Wed 07:30-19:00
- Thu 07:30-19:00
- Fri 07:30-19:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
Ma Station café
Ma Station café is an inexpensive coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 647 reviews. It opens at 7:30 AM on weekdays and is known as a cozy neighbourhood spot. Reviewers frequently talk about lattes, croissants, and its 'immunity coffee'.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-17:00
- Mon 07:30-17:00
- Tue 07:30-17:00
- Wed 07:30-17:00
- Thu 07:30-17:00
- Fri 07:30-17:00
- Sat 08:00-17:00
Le Kogi
Le Kogi is an inexpensive coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou with a 4.9 rating from 415 reviews. It opens daily, with slightly shorter hours on Sunday. Reviewers often highlight matcha, sandwiches, and the friendly owners of this small cafe.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:30-16:30
- Mon 07:30-17:00
- Tue 07:30-17:00
- Wed 07:30-17:00
- Thu 07:30-17:00
- Fri 07:30-17:00
- Sat 08:30-17:00
Café Félin Chats-Nous
Café Félin Chats-Nous is an inexpensive cat cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 607 reviews. It is closed on Mondays and Wednesdays. Reviewers consistently mention the cats, friendly owners, and the well-treated, sociable kitties.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-19:00
- Tue 10:00-18:00
- Fri 10:00-18:00
- Sat 09:00-19:00
Le Philtre Cafe
Le Philtre Cafe is an inexpensive cafe in La Cité-Limoilou with a 4.9 rating from 382 reviews. It opens at 8:00 AM on weekdays. Reviewers often praise its wraps, vegan food, and welcoming staff.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-17:00
- Wed 08:00-17:00
- Thu 08:00-17:00
- Fri 08:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
Café La Maison Smith Limoilou
Café La Maison Smith Limoilou is a moderate-price coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.7 from 1077 reviews. It has long hours, opening as early as 6:30 AM. Reviewers frequently mention the terrace, pastries, and employee service.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-21:00
- Mon 06:30-21:00
- Tue 06:30-21:00
- Wed 06:30-21:00
- Thu 06:30-21:00
- Fri 06:30-21:00
- Sat 07:00-21:00
Café Quoi?
Café Quoi? is an inexpensive cafe in La Cité-Limoilou with a 4.9 rating from 323 reviews. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays, and stays open until 10:00 PM on Saturday. Reviewers often talk about board games, the friendly owner, and sofas.
Opening hours
- Tue 08:00-21:00
- Wed 08:00-21:00
- Thu 08:00-21:00
- Fri 08:00-21:00
- Sat 08:30-22:00
Pékoe
Pékoe is a moderate-price coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.7 from 785 reviews. It opens at 7:00 AM on weekdays. Reviewers often mention bubble tea, banh mi, and vegan options like poke bowls.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-19:00
- Mon 07:00-19:00
- Tue 07:00-19:00
- Wed 07:00-19:00
- Thu 07:00-19:00
- Fri 07:00-19:00
- Sat 08:00-19:00
Le Packwood café et boutique
Le Packwood café et boutique is an inexpensive cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 413 reviews. It is woman-owned and has shorter hours, closing at 3:00 or 4:00 PM. Reviewers mention its small, charming atmosphere, sandwiches, and lemonade.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-15:00
- Mon 09:00-16:00
- Tue 09:00-16:00
- Wed 09:00-16:00
- Thu 09:00-16:00
- Fri 09:00-15:00
- Sat 09:00-15:00
ES Cafe St-Romuald
ES Cafe St-Romuald is a moderate-price cafe in St-Romuald, rated 4.7 from 638 reviews. It is woman-owned and features a fireplace. Reviewers often note the welcoming staff, sandwiches, and sleek decor.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-18:00
- Mon 06:30-20:00
- Tue 06:30-20:00
- Wed 06:30-20:00
- Thu 06:30-20:00
- Fri 06:30-20:00
- Sat 07:00-18:00
Café Sobab
Café Sobab is an inexpensive cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 389 reviews. It is closed on Sundays. Reviewers frequently mention coffee maker repair, courteous staff, and bulk coffee, and it has wheelchair accessible features.
Opening hours
- Mon 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-17:00
- Wed 08:00-17:00
- Thu 08:00-17:00
- Fri 08:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
deTerroir café
deTerroir café is an inexpensive coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 382 reviews. It opens at 6:30 AM on weekdays. Reviewers often talk about croffles, espresso, and waffles.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-17:00
- Mon 06:30-16:00
- Tue 06:30-16:00
- Wed 06:30-16:00
- Thu 06:30-16:00
- Fri 06:30-16:00
- Sat 08:00-17:00
Les Cafés du Soleil
Les Cafés du Soleil is a moderate-price cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.7 from 551 reviews. It opens at 7:00 AM on weekdays. Reviewers frequently mention croissants, cappuccinos, and pastries.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-16:00
- Mon 07:00-16:00
- Tue 07:00-16:00
- Wed 07:00-16:00
- Thu 07:00-16:00
- Fri 07:00-16:00
- Sat 08:00-16:00
ES Café Lauzon
ES Café Lauzon is a moderate-price coffee shop in Desjardins, rated 4.7 from 496 reviews. It is woman-owned and has a fireplace. Reviewers often highlight sandwiches, courteous staff, and the quiet atmosphere.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-18:00
- Mon 06:30-20:00
- Tue 06:30-20:00
- Wed 06:30-20:00
- Thu 06:30-20:00
- Fri 06:30-20:00
- Sat 07:00-18:00
Nektar Caféologue
Nektar Caféologue is a moderate-price cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.6 from 979 reviews. It has long hours, open until 8:00 PM daily. Reviewers often mention the barista, croissants, and pastries.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-20:00
- Mon 07:00-20:00
- Tue 07:00-20:00
- Wed 07:00-20:00
- Thu 07:00-20:00
- Fri 07:00-20:00
- Sat 08:00-20:00
Tambour Café
Tambour Café is a coffee roastery in Desjardins with a 4.9 rating from 232 reviews. Its price level is not specified. Reviewers often mention on-site roasting, croissants, and the antique coffee machine. It is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Tue 07:30-15:00
- Wed 07:30-15:00
- Thu 07:30-15:00
- Fri 07:30-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
Café Paleta
Café Paleta is an inexpensive coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.9 from 231 reviews. It is woman-owned. Reviewers often talk about wraps, vegan options, biscuits, and matcha.
Opening hours
- Sun 08:00-17:00
- Mon 07:00-18:00
- Tue 07:00-18:00
- Wed 07:00-18:00
- Thu 07:00-18:00
- Fri 07:00-18:00
- Sat 08:00-18:00
café Olive
café Olive is an inexpensive cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.7 from 454 reviews. It opens at 8:00 AM on weekdays. Reviewers frequently mention pastries, matcha latte, and espresso, and it serves alcohol.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 08:00-17:00
- Tue 08:00-17:00
- Wed 08:00-17:00
- Thu 08:00-17:00
- Fri 08:00-17:00
- Sat 08:00-17:00
Café Castelo
Café Castelo is a moderate-price cafe in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.7 from 445 reviews. It opens at 7:00 AM on weekdays. Reviewers often note the kind staff, croissants, and coffee quality.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 07:00-18:00
- Tue 07:00-18:00
- Wed 07:00-18:00
- Thu 07:00-18:00
- Fri 07:00-18:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
OUI OUI - CAFÉ
OUI OUI - CAFÉ is an inexpensive coffee shop in La Cité-Limoilou, rated 4.8 from 283 reviews. It is woman-owned and features live music. Reviewers often mention sandwiches, the neighbourhood cafe feel, and a warm welcome.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-16:00
- Mon 07:00-17:00
- Tue 07:00-17:00
- Wed 07:00-17:00
- Thu 07:00-17:00
- Fri 07:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-16:00
Tips before you go
- Most cafes are in La Cité-Limoilou, but a few are in Desjardins and St-Romuald.
- Price levels are mostly inexpensive or moderate; only one place has no price listed.
- Check hours before you go, as some places close early (like Le Packwood) or have days they are closed (like Café Quoi? on Sundays).
- Many places offer takeout, and several have outdoor seating.
- If you want to work on a laptop, look for features like 'suitable_for_working_on_laptop' in the list.
- For vegan options, reviewers often mention it at Le Philtre Cafe, Pékoe, and Café Paleta.
How we made this list
This list was created using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating was applied so that places with very few reviews did not rank unfairly high. Only establishments with at least 150 reviews were considered. The list includes only places that were open at the time of research, ensuring current and relevant recommendations.
Questions about cafés in Quebec City
Which neighbourhood has the most cafes on this list?
La Cité-Limoilou has by far the most, with 17 of the 20 cafes. The others are in Desjardins (Tambour Café and ES Café Lauzon) and St-Romuald (ES Cafe St-Romuald). This area is clearly a hub for coffee in Quebec City, based on the concentration of highly-rated spots.
Are there any cafes good for vegans?
Yes. Reviewers often mention vegan food at Le Philtre Cafe, which has wraps and smoothies. Pékoe is noted for vegan banh mi and poke bowls. Café Paleta is also highlighted as a vegan cafe with wraps and biscuits, providing several clear options.
Can I find a cafe open late or early?
Café La Maison Smith Limoilou opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 9:00 PM daily. Nektar Caféologue is open until 8:00 PM. For early mornings, many places open between 6:30 and 7:30 AM, like deTerroir café. Few are open late evening; Café Quoi? is open until 10:00 PM on Saturday.
Are there any unique or themed cafes?
Café Félin Chats-Nous is a cat cafe where reviewers mention well-treated cats. Tambour Café is a roastery noted for its on-site roasting and antique machine. Café Quoi? has board games and sofas, and OUI OUI - CAFÉ features live music, offering distinct experiences.
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