SHAKER Cuisine & Mixologie delivers consistently excellent service and high quality dishes with crowd pleasing options like filet mignon, burgers and tartares, and a wine list that includes Devil's Corner for fruity wine lovers. The ambiance is stylish and welcoming, often enhanced by live music that adds energy without hindering conversation, making it suitable for couples, friends and families. The staff are repeatedly praised for attentiveness and friendliness, and the overall value shines alongside great cocktails and a broad menu. While on busy nights the music can be louder and the service pace may vary, the experience remains memorable for its warmth, atmosphere and the sense that a great evening is easily achieved here.View restaurant profile
Reviews of Café Méridien Arthabaska emphasize a calm, welcoming vibe with plenty of space to sit, study, or chat in several cozy corners and a nice terrace; the atmosphere is described as quiet, warm, and suitable for remote work. The staff are repeatedly praised for friendly, attentive service that is impeccable even when busy, and the owner is noted as particularly friendly. The menu draws compliments for comfort classics and dishes such as Mac n' Cheese, spaghetti squash with vegetables, onion soup, and a pizza that is recommended to try, with a chef's Thursday pizza special mentioned as well. Bubble tea receives praise too, and several reviewers mention returning for the reliable food, good service, and overall pleasant experience.View restaurant profile
Bolista is described as a must in the city, with ultra generous portions and a standout goat cheese bowl; the self serve concept is appealing and easy to access and use; salads are visually stunning, with varied flavors and an original ambiance; strong recommendations accompany these impressions; there are always several choices available; salads are delicious and very fresh, with good portions, well balanced sides, and excellent small healthy desserts.View restaurant profile
Reviews of L'Gros Luxe present a mixed picture: some guests waited a long time for mains and noticed a cook returning a bag of frozen fish and chips, while others found the service average or enjoyed a relaxed vibe. The food is praised on several fronts, with the Swiss burger described as excellent and the regular poutine and its sauce noted as great, the bao bun not quite top though the filling is strong, and a critique that some ingredients like frozen cheese did not fit well, suggesting the kitchen is not fully mastered. A Saturday night report mentions unfriendly waitresses and food that felt ordinary, contrasting with other visits where the L'Gros Luxe burger and other dishes were solid. Prices are seen as reasonable, and several reviewers say they would return to try items such as the poutine, indicating an overall positive yet uneven impression.View restaurant profile
Complexe Évasion is described as a lively, family-friendly venue with a warm atmosphere, a versatile menu, and a terrace that suits both casual meals and celebrations. Staff are frequently praised for professional, attentive service and a friendly vibe, though some visits mention slower meals during peak times. Dishes cover a range from seafood and grilled meats to poutines, pastas and shareable plates, with specific favorites including bavette with shrimp and ribs in an orange BBQ glaze, while other items such as sauces receive mixed reviews. Ambience is repeatedly described as vibrant yet not too loud, with a bar area and occasional live-event spaces, and the terrace noted as particularly nice. Overall impressions point to reasonable prices and a dependable option for both casual dinners and gatherings, tempered by occasional service delays and some inconsistency in dish quality.View restaurant profile
Reviews describe Dyyb's café as a very pretty and welcoming spot with a relaxed vibe, great for meeting friends, studying or simply enjoying a coffee, with a bright, cozy space that invites lingering; the coffee receives praise from Americano to a latte with a maple mousse, and the food features tasty bagels, inventive quesadillas and well presented sandwiches and salads; the service is fast and friendly, the location is beautiful, and the overall experience is frequently recommended, though one comment suggests reducing plastic waste could improve the place.View restaurant profile
Shad Café is described as a delightful discovery with delicious and healthy food and a warm, creative ambiance that enhances the experience, with staff praised for their friendliness, helpfulness, and fast, attentive service. The atmosphere suits study or work sessions, as guests settle in with laptops or a book, and the decor is noted as stylish while the menu remains simple and tasty, featuring favorites like white sangria, smoked salmon salad, caramelized apple cheesecake, and a standout grilled cheese with local cheeses, all regarded as good value. Parking is convenient and seating options include indoor or terrace, though there is occasional street noise and some accessibility challenges for mobility, these do not overshadow the overall sense of welcome and quality. Overall, Shad Café comes across as a versatile, inviting spot for meals, casual outings, or focused study, consistently highlighted for its ambiance, cuisine, and courteous service.View restaurant profile
Max Poutine receives praise for offering a huge variety of poutines and very large portions, with the cheese curds described as chunky in several reviews, though some say the fries are not always house-made and the sauce can vary in flavor from dish to dish. The menu is repeatedly highlighted as a major draw, including traditional and creative options, with some calling it the best poutine in town; others point to high prices and inconsistent portion sizes. Service is noted as friendly and efficient at times, but multiple reviews report slow delivery, long waits, or missteps with takeout, leading to frustration. The ambiance is casual, sometimes noisy, and the basement-like setting is mentioned, yet the energy and breadth of choices keep many returning. Overall, Max Poutine is seen as a go-to spot for poutine lovers who want variety and big portions, balanced by concerns about price and service reliability.View restaurant profile