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Le Chic Shack

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·491k reviews·,

Le Chic Shack offers gourmet burgers and creative poutines in a historic house in Old Quebec, known for its high-quality ingredients and unique flavor...

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Le Chic Shack

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Le Chic Shack offers gourmet burgers and creative poutines in a historic house in Old Quebec, known for its high-quality ingredients and unique flavors.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The best poutine you'll ever taste, with gourmet burgers and milkshakes that are out of this world!"

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Avoid Peak Times

Visit during off-peak hours to avoid long lines outside the restaurant.

Card Payments Only

Be aware that the restaurant only accepts card payments.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 9PM

Cuisine

Canadian / American

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+1 418-692-1485

Address

15 Fort St, Québec City, Quebec G1R 3Z8, Canada

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Award-Winning Poutine

Award-Winning Poutine

Experience a unique take on the classic poutine with smashed potatoes, signature gravy, and local cheese curds.

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Gourmet Burgers

Savor delicious burgers made from grass-fed cattle served on artisanal brioche buns with creative toppings.

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Out-of-this-World Milkshakes

Out-of-this-World Milkshakes

Indulge in unique and decadent milkshake flavors, a perfect sweet ending to any meal.

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Hamburgers and poutine in Old Quebec City 🇨🇦 #foodieheaven We stopped by Restaurant Chic Shack on our trip to Old Quebec City and were blown away by the delicious burgers and poutine! The burgers were juicy and cooked to perfection, and the poutine was different but very good... The ambiance of the restaurant was simple and cozy, and the service was top-notch. If you're in Old Quebec City, you ha...
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Avoid Peak Times

Visit during off-peak hours to avoid long lines outside the restaurant.

Card Payments Only

Be aware that the restaurant only accepts card payments.

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Try Signature Poutine

Consider the kimchi bulgogi poutine or La Braisée for unique flavor twists.

Vegetarian Options

The veggie burger offers a unique and filling patty for vegetarians.

We found a very nice place to have a very nice lunch #chicShack (my tip : ask for a table inside that has a winding on outside 💪🏻), dessert with the biggest maple ice cream at #lapetitecabaneàsucre, then thanks to #lasocietedestraversiersduquébec we went to @Ville de Lévis (where we d love to move it s soooo nice) and it’s #escalierouge with 193 steps & #maisonalphonsedesjardins. All this in autom...
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Avoid Peak Times

Visit during off-peak hours to avoid long lines outside the restaurant.

Card Payments Only

Be aware that the restaurant only accepts card payments.

Try Signature Poutine

Consider the kimchi bulgogi poutine or La Braisée for unique flavor twists.

Vegetarian Options

The veggie burger offers a unique and filling patty for vegetarians.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Le Chic Shack is highly praised for its creative and delicious poutines and gourmet burgers, often cited as some of the best in Quebec City. Diners also rave about the unique milkshake flavors and the welcoming, cozy atmosphere in a historic house. While the food receives widespread acclaim, some find the credit/debit card-only policy inconvenient, and one reviewer noted a vegetarian burger patty that fell apart.

"This option is for vegetarians only as we try veggie burger from their menu.

One of the best and likely to be only place in Quebec city to find filling veggie delicious burger. Their patty is unique, never had one before.

Ambience is great, with very fast service and varieties of drinks too.

Pricing is very economical as compared to other places."

Darshil Patel

"I came to Quebec specifically to try real poutine, I ordered their classic and was completely satisfied with the five hour drive. This is by far the best I have ever tasted and will definitely return soon.

The service was surprisingly good as it was busy for Dominion day, and the food came quickly."

Jonathan Simmonds

"A friend recommended their burgers but to our surprise the LA GRANO salad is outstanding!!! Seems like each ingredient was well thought and prepared to combine into a great dish.
The location is very nice too.
Now my wife wants to have lunch there again before we take off."

Teo Scoparo

What People Like

Exceptional poutine with creative toppings
Juicy gourmet burgers on brioche buns
Unique and decadent milkshakes

What People Dislike

Card payments only
Vegetarian patty consistency

Frequently Asked Questions

Le Chic Shack is most famous for its unique and delicious poutines and gourmet burgers made with high-quality ingredients.

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Yes, Le Chic Shack offers a vegetarian burger with a unique patty made from ingredients like rice and pumpkin seeds.

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No, Le Chic Shack only accepts card payments (credit or debit). It's advisable to have alternative payment methods.

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Diners rave about the unique milkshake flavors, with some calling them 'life-changing'.

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It's recommended to visit during off-peak hours to avoid long lines.

Yes, some tables offer a stunning view of the Chateau Frontenac, making for a memorable dining experience.

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