Buvette Shiso

Scott

5.0

August 20, 2026: Easily the best meal of our Québec trip, & the best dining experience we've had in a long time.

Impressions:
Tucked away just off Main Street, this cozy spot features a street-view dining room & a front-row bar seating area overlooking the open kitchen. The three folks working that night (2 of the 3 owners) seamlessly rotate between cooking, serving, cleaning (!), & chatting with guests-all while maintaining an infectious, joy-filled atmosphere.

Their dedication to local farmers, producers, & breweries shines through in every dish. While the preparations appear simple, the ingredients & technique create flavors that are complex & deeply satisfying.

What We Shared:
• Salade Tomate: Heirloom tomatoes, shaved fennel, house-made ricotta, melon, & a bright vinaigrette.
• Tuna Crudo: Fresh tuna paired with an incredible green emulsion (tomatillo, garlic, lime, cucumber, & chive oil). The sauce alone was worth the trip. Grilled homemade focaccia helped soak up every bit of that sauce.
• Courgette: Grilled zucchini with ventrèche (French pancetta) & green oil over a stunning ajo blanco sauce. Again, bread for the sauce.
• Poulet Frit: Tender, juicy fried chicken topped with honey-infused oil, chili crunch, lemon mayo, & fermented cabbage.
• Gelato & Granité: Olive oil gelato with local strawberry & rhubarb granita.

Exceptional food, fantastic energy, & a constantly evolving seasonal menu. I only wish we lived closer. Highly recommended!