Quebec City: Evening Food Tour & 5-Course Dinner Walk

Summary

Evening strolls, gourmet plates, city lights and untold Quebec tales

You’ll wander Old Quebec’s cobbled streets with a local guide, tasting five courses across top-rated restaurants while hearing stories you won’t find online. Ride the funicular for sweeping river views, sip local wine with each plate, and share laughs with fellow travelers under city lights. It’s more than dinner—it’s memory-making on foot.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I booked this Quebec City evening food tour mostly out of curiosity (and maybe hunger). Walking into Old Quebec as the sky started to dim, the stones felt cool under my shoes and everything smelled faintly of wood smoke and fresh bread. Our guide, Lucie, greeted us at the port with this easy laugh — she knew everyone by name within minutes. First stop was some mural I’d never noticed before, even though I’d walked past it earlier that day. She told us how each painted face belonged to someone real from the city’s past. Felt like the walls were listening in.

The best part? No waiting for tables — we just drifted into these tucked-away restaurants where chefs already had something ready for us. The first course was this creamy soup (can’t pronounce it in French) that tasted like autumn if that makes sense. At one point, Lucie pointed out how the light from the funicular glowed over Lowertown Old Quebec. We rode up together — a little awkward squeezing in with strangers but everyone laughed when someone’s scarf got caught in the door (nobody hurt, just pride). The St. Lawrence River looked almost black from up there; cold air on my face made me wake up a bit.

We stopped at Place-Royale and Lucie shared stories about New France that weren’t in any guidebook I’d read. There was a moment outside Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral where everything went quiet except for church bells and some distant clatter from a kitchen window nearby — I still think about that silence. The wine pairings at each spot were generous (maybe too generous if you ask my partner), but every glass had a reason behind it. At Dufferin Terrace, you could see Chateau Frontenac glowing above us — honestly looked fake, like something out of a snow globe.

I didn’t expect to feel so connected to strangers over five courses and two hours of walking around in smart casual shoes that weren’t as comfortable as promised. But by dessert, nobody minded their French or their English accents anymore. If you’re thinking about booking this day trip in Quebec City for food and history, just go hungry and bring an extra layer — those old streets hold onto the chill longer than you think.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening Gourmet Tour in Old Quebec

• Meet guide at HQ Services Touristiques desk
• Visit Quebec City Mural
• Take Funicular for river views
• Explore Birthplace of New France
• View Chateau Frontenac
• Enjoy view at Dufferin Terrace
• Learn brief history at Notre-Dame Basilica
• See City Hall of Quebec

Top questions

How long does the evening gourmet tour last?

The tour lasts approximately two hours as you walk between several stops for your five-course dinner.

Are drinks included during the Quebec City food tour?

Yes, alcoholic beverages are included with each course at top-rated restaurants along the route.

Is transportation provided if the funicular is closed?

If the funicular isn’t running, cab transport is arranged or you can use your ticket later during your stay.

What should I wear on this evening food tour?

The dress code is smart casual; comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to cobblestone streets.

Is this Quebec City food tour suitable for people with dietary restrictions?

You can specify allergies or dietary preferences when booking so accommodations can be made at each restaurant.

How many people are on each group tour?

The maximum group size is 12 unless booked as a private group experience.

Does this tour operate year-round or only in certain seasons?

The tour operates in all weather conditions—just dress appropriately for Quebec’s changing climate.

What’s included

Your evening includes guided walks through Old Quebec with a professional guide, four to five gourmet stops featuring a full five-course dinner paired with drinks at highly rated local restaurants, plus a funicular ticket for panoramic views—all without waiting in line or worrying about logistics along the way.