Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Quebec City

"This large bakery and pastry shop—which features a dining area with several tables that allow customers to eat on site—makes one of the city’s widest ranges of pastries, cakes, breads, and ready-to-eat dishes such as soups, quiches and pizza slices. Sorbets, gelati, macarons, fine chocolates, and truffles are all house made too."

"A post shared by Denise Jackson (@denisejacksonart) on Nov 3, 2016 at 11:01am PDT. Something less commercial?. Try Le Croquembouche, a busy, spacious bakery and pastry shop named after the French pastry-ball tower dessert."

"perfect place for fresh morning pastries #quebeccity #boulangerie #food #instagood #venturingvoyager. Une publication partagée par victoria (@venturingvoyager) le 10 Juil."

"One of the first gourmet shops to open its doors in the newly revitalized St-Roch neighborhood ten years ago, La Boîte à Pain is a favorite of business workers who flock in at lunch time to enjoy the bakery’s delicious ficelles (individual slender baguettes garnished with creative flavor combinations such as duck terrine, blueberry jam and grated beets). The bakery also makes soups, quiches, salads and even pizzas, along with coffee and specialty drinks. Eat in, or take your lunch out to eat in neighboring Jardin Saint-Roch."

"This well-known bakery in the St-Roch District (and now in Ste-Foy) has been serving good, true croissants since 1999. Besides their baked breads and other pastries, sample their pizzas and calzones, home cooked in a wood oven!. This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:"

"This bakery makes all of its breads by hand, using tried-and-true ancestral methods. It uses a wide variety of organic flours (wheat, rye, spelt and many more) and makes creative specialty breads daily. It has truly mastered the art of mixing delicious flavors into breads that turn into savory and sweet indulgences, such as the Petit Reconfort, a delightful date, dark chocolate and dried pear bread."

"A hidden gem in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood, Au Pain Grüel makes its breads using a wide variety of organic flours—wheat, rye, spelt and many more—and carefully selected ingredients, such as fruits, nuts, and even chocolate, if you’re lucky. Specialty breads are offered on rotation according to seasons."

"A post shared by L'avenue Maguire de Québec (@avenuemaguire) on Apr 10, 2017 at 3:32am PDT. Locals adore no-frills Le Paingrüelin the St-Jean Baptiste neighborhood."

"The only baker known by name in Quebec City, Borderon is a French-born and trained artisan baker and pastry chef. His baguettes are regarded as the best in the city, and his creations are served at many of Quebec’s finest hotels and restaurants. Downtown, his breads and viennoiseries are sold in a couple of gourmet grocery stores, as well as at his own take out counter located on the popular Rue Cartier, inside the Les Halles du Petit Cartier food hall, which is also home to several other gourmet boutiques where you can stock up for an impromptu picnic."

"While this bakery is admittedly a little off the tourist map, a growing number of food enthusiasts love to walk along Limoilou’s 3rd Avenue, where several new creative restaurants have opened their doors in the past few years. In this growing new generation of gourmet establishments, La Fournée Bio is the founding mainstay, having been catering to hungry locals for over ten years now. It makes over 75 different bread varieties that cycle in and out of seasonal offerings, which customers can pair with homemade jams and local artisanal products."

"The Bégin Street shop is well known to residents of Lévis and surrounding areas. This delicatessen serves excellent croissants, as well as salads and delicious take-out dishes."

"This Charlesbourg bakery has been satisfying its customers for over 25 years. This is probably due to the smell of croissants and fresh bread emanating from the bakery, let alone their pies and cakes. One visit and you will understand!"

"For 30 years now, Le Truffé has continued its tradition of offering its clients a wide variety of pastries. Bursting with flavor, daily fresh bread, unparalleled catering service, and homemade chocolate for all tastes and occasions as well as a wide range of take-out meals. Not only this, but they also have a large selection of gourmet gifts in-store that’s perfect for the Holidays."

"Located on Rue Cartier, L’Artisan du Pain makes bread the traditional French way, without using any sugar or fat. This bakery’s classic flavors, such as olive, nuts, or dried tomatoes, are reliable and comforting, and it also offers 100% pur beurre (pure butter) croissants and pains au chocolat, as well as tempting classic French pastries such as éclairs and mille-feuilles."

"When a bakery celebrates its 20-year anniversary, it's because it is a must-try. First for its croissants, but also for its breads, cheeses and fine deli counter."

"A stunningly gorgeous culinary experience, the Café du Monde offers a taste of France on the St. Lawrence River. Established in the late 1980s, this beloved Québec restaurant delivers a Parisian atmosphere with a fulsome menu featuring French classics, mouth-watering seafood options, refreshing drinks and delectable desserts. Treat yourself to a cocktail and a meal on the beautiful patio overlooking the river, inside at a window seat taking in the views, or enjoying the ambience of the dining room."

"Smack dab in the middle of the Montcalm Arts District, you’ll find Le Café Krieghoff in Petit Hôtel Krieghoff. The romantic B&B atmosphere, combined with a wide variety of high-quality brews makes it a favourite. Enjoy a deliciously frothy latte or stout Americano."

"Whether you are a beginner or accomplished painter, Céramic Café Studio is the ideal family-friendly environment to let your imagination run wild. You’ll also have the service of a coffee house featuring hot beverages, smoothies and panini sandwiches. @ninapizzanapolitaine.stroch"

"If you’re looking for delicious traditional Indian cuisine and a large variety of dishes to choose from, then look no further!. You can also expect quick and attentive service."

"One of the city’s trendier options, SKYSPA is found in the Sainte-Foy neighbourhood 30 minutes from Old Quebec, and lives up to its name when it comes to its location. The spa is located on the 17th floor of a large complex, offering unobstructed, panoramic views of the city stretched out below."

"Steeped in history and heritage, the monastery was the first North American hospital outside of Mexico. Step inside to explore, and discover thousands of artifacts that trace the evolution of medicine. To make the most of your visit, tour the museum, enjoy a relaxing overnight stay in a simple yet comfortable room, refuel with a meal prepared by a chef renowned for healthy food, and join in a wellness workshop."

"This 17th century monastery turned wellness center is my top pick for vegans and vegetarians. If you like a quiet atmosphere, history and yoga, I highly recommend staying at the Monastére des Augustines. Breakfast is eaten in silence as a throwback to the Augustinian sisters’ tradition, who have lived in this building for centuries."