Des Cantons - Microbrasserie

Doug

3.0

Des Cantons occupies a very nice spot on the river with a porch & a large terrace. The location is the best thing going for it.

We had a reservation for 4:30 & upon arrival were a bit confused to find a small line of upset people who'd been waiting at the host desk as people walked by. We were seated around 4:45 however & then service was very prompt so no worries.

We apparently got off on the wrong foot with our server who didn't seem at all thrilled with having to wait for me to translate French in my head. It wasn't intended to be rude but respectful. I feel when you visit a place it's good to at least attempt the language & customs. Their response made it clear however in this instance it wasn't appreciated. Oh well.

The beers were very good. The NEIPA was true to the style. The food was mid. The crevettes bang bang were tiny & had no bangs. The poke nachos were the equivalent of Santinas brand chips with poke sauce which was interesting but didn't work & a bit strange to not be available with tuna. The mushroom pizza was good. By the time we left people without reservations were being turned away so I guess they do fine.

Overall, kind of a run-of-the-mill experience. It was the first place in all of our travels around Quebec that wasn't the friendliest & had average food. We can get plenty of that at home.

Kathy

5.0

Everything was perfect! Food was freshly made from excellent ingredients. We had the pizza, salad, Bang Bang Shrimp..all very tasty. A great selection of craft beer! Also appreciated the ambience & view.

John

5.0

Poutine with smoked meat, pretty good, but not outstanding, I think it was the sauce could have been a bit tastier. My partners fish & chips also a 3.5 out of 5 as she said the fish was cod which was good, but seemed to have been frozen , & the batter was good but not the thick kind you often get on an outstanding fish & chips. The service was very friendly & pleasant, the beer WAS outstanding, & the atmosphere sitting outside by the water also a 5/5. We would return but probably try something else.

Michelle

5.0

Beautiful location in Magog. The food was fabulous, my husband claimed the best burger he has ever had! The beer was great. A beautiful sunny day on the beautiful river. & our waitress was very friendly & helpful.

Wade

5.0

Really good smoked meat. Sandwich on the water was lovely. The beers were excellent french fries were top-notch.

Arman

4.0

Solid 6/10 experience

Food & beer is nothing special. The biggest selling point is the fantastic atmosphere & occasional live music. Being right by the water, its a great dining experience.

The service is decent but this was considered on par with pre covid service. Waitress was polite & considerate.

Prices were good for the ambiance.

Shawna

3.0

Great beers, good food, & lovely servers but why is there only 2 working the Sunday of a beautiful May weekend? Service was incredibly slow because the place got slammed & those 2 poor servers had to serve the entire restaurant & patio alone. Management needs to step up & schedule better or help out their servers. Great place but maybe in need of better management.

Anne

3.0

The food was delicious, service was very slow for a Wednesday lunch hour, with only about 18 people about in the restaurant. Took 2 hours to eat & pay. Was never asked what we wanted to drink, I ordered a beer after receiving my food & it NEVER came. The waitress made us feel she was not happy being there. I understand she could have been having an off day. 23rd of april 2025.

Kathy

5.0

Great experience- we will definitely be back! Very welcoming staff, great beer selection (Stout & Champion) & food was delicious featuring many local items.

Alejandra

5.0

We went here just for a beer tasting but the place is lovely, cozy & the beer was great. The staff is super friendly & the vibe is perfect