Saint-Roch Quebec Evening Food & Drink Tour
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Highlights:
- Fill up on enough food for a big dinner at 5 unique tasting locations, 3 of which serve alcohol in expertly crafted food and drink pairings.
- Natural Wine and a few craft beers are on the menu!
- Try an authentic local experience while visiting establishments that are favourites with residents but might be left out of the guide books.
- Enjoy Saint-Roch's vibe while learning about its history to fully understand the area inside and out.
- Includes all food & drink tastings, water at every stop, a charming tour guide and our insider's tips.
Why take the Evening St-Roch Quebec City Food & Drink Tour?
Saint-Roch is a neighbourhood that's putting itself on the map. In recent years, the area has morphed into a vibrant and culturally diverse creative hub. The community comes from all walks of life: businesspeople, artists, workers, tech geeks and foodies. This tour is an immersive way to experience the lifestyle and creative energy of Saint-Roch first-hand. The area is becoming a big draw due to its emerging bar scene and culinary achievements. Discover its hidden gems and most intriguing spots with your insider guide. You, too, can take part in what Saint-Roch's has to offer our 2.5-hour evening tour. 
Tasting locations:
1. Nina Pizza Napolitaine - First, we visit a dinnertime hot-spot for a slice of their famous wood-fired oven pizza, pomodoro salad and a glass of private importation wine.
2. Bati Cantine - Next, we stop for a bite of Cambodian street food at a cool outdoor beer garden and we taste their famous lamongrass beef skewers.
3. Fromagerie des Grondines Cheese Shop - We take part in an official cheese and charcuterie tasting, including exclusive raw milk cheese samples from a local farm, as well as a sea buckthorn drink.
4. Brasserie Koriganne - We visit one of Quebec City most beloved brewpub and enjoy a poutine & craft beer pairing.
5. Noctem Artisans Brasseurs - More craft beer brewed in-house is paired with food that's way beyond your regular pub fare.
6. Champagne Chocolatier - The tour naturally finishes off with dessert. Try a piece of their gourmet chocolate dessert that's bursting with Israeli flavours.
What to expect from the Evening St-Roch Food & Drink Tour?
One-of-a-Kind Food Tasting – The Saint-Roch Evening Food & Drink Tour is a 2.5-hour guided walking tour with a focus on authentic local food and drinks. Experience the culinary world of Saint-Roch, in a relaxed evening atmosphere, at 6 tasting locations, including 3 alcohol stops with food pairings. Samples range from locals’ favourite pizza, to poutine (of course), salmon gravlax, and chocolate. You’ll receive the equivalent of a complete dinner, so come hungry! The stops include a very popular pizzeria, a Cambodian street-food joint, a craft beer gastro-pub, and a chocolate shop. Each one brings its own unique contribution and expertise to the neighbourhood. All food tastings are included in the ticket price.
Historic & Cultural Experience – Not only will you get a taste of the neighbourhood, you’ll have the opportunity to take in the sights, too. You will learn about the history of Saint-Roch and Quebec City as a whole, highlighted by the monuments at the heart of these stories. These cultural stops include an old corset factory, a public park, and the famous Saint-Roch Church. While we tour the best eateries in the area, you’ll get a sense of what life is really like in Saint-Roch today, as a result of its rich past. You’ll also be introduced to the area’s tech scene, public art, and much more! See all the many facets of Saint-Roch. Tying together work and leisure for much of the city’s younger set, it’s the perfect place to learn something new as you unwind.
HOW MUCH
Adult ticket prices start at 79 CAD + 3 CAD ticketing fees and taxes for a total of 82.78 CAD. [$59 USD]
WHEN
Fridays starting at 4:30 p.m. from April to Octobre. **Not available during Winter.**
WHO
All ages and fitness levels. Please consider that the walk is around 1 km long and we stand at 3 of our tasting spots.
CAPACITY
Maximum 16 people per tour.
GROUP AND PRIVATE TOURS
Offered upon request. Please fill out the form in our private and group tours page.
WEATHER
The tour only runs in the spring and summer, so come prepared for rain or shine!
SPECIAL FOOD REQUESTS
This tour is vegetarian and gluten-free friendly but unfortunately cannot accommodate vegan and lactose-free diets. Please be aware that in many of our stops, food may have been in contact with nuts. It is important that we are made aware of any allergies and food restrictions BEFORE your tour date.
ENOUGH FOOD?
The food on the tour should be enough to satisfy your dinnertime appetite. Our first meal is a slice of pizza, arugula salad and a glass of wine.
SALES DEADLINE
Tickets must be purchased before 10 a.m. on any given tour date. We recommend booking your tickets in advance as most of the tours tend to sell out.
MEETING POINT
We meet at our first merchant, Nina Pizza Napolitaine at 410 Saint-Anselme Street. Further details will be included in your booking confirmation email.
PARKING
There is a parking lot nearby at 120 Saint-Vallier St. E. Further information will be sent in your booking confirmation email.
