Laurie Raphaël

Reza Jahanbakhsh★★★★★★★★★★5.0a month ago

Laurie Raphaël offers the kind of dining experience that feels both deeply refined and genuinely memorable. From the moment you arrive, the attention to detail is unmistakable - they even take you on a brief walk through the kitchen to meet the chef, a thoughtful touch that immediately sets a personal and welcoming tone for the evening. The menu is a celebration of seasonal ingredients at their absolute best. Each course showcases a carefully curated selection of flavors and textures, highlighting freshness while allowing the natural character of the ingredients to shine. There’s a quiet confidence in the way the dishes are composed - nothing feels overworked, yet everything feels intentional. What truly elevates the experience is the wine pairing. Each selection complements its course seamlessly, enhancing rather than overshadowing the food. The pairings feel intuitive and expertly chosen, bringing out subtle notes in both the dish and the wine that might otherwise go unnoticed. It’s a perfect harmony that ties the entire meal together. The service is exceptional from start to finish - attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable without feeling rehearsed. Every interaction adds to the sense of occasion, making the experience feel both polished and warmly welcoming. Laurie Raphaël delivers more than just a meal - it offers a carefully orchestrated culinary journey where ingredients, technique, and hospitality come together in perfect balance.

Jaskarn Bains★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

Absolute wonderful michelin experience. I enjoyed walking through the kitchen to greet the chefs and seeing the bar, and finally sitting next to the beautifully decorated tree. The ambience was stunning. I got the personalized menu and shared dishes with my parenter, it was enough to fill me up. The only I absolutely disliked was the conservation alfred the farmers tart, it just did not leave a great taste in my mouth..however the other dishes were great. Notable favourites were the tradition chowder, the veggie gnocchi, and conservation orleans island baby kiwi. Also there was a gin cocktail, can't remember the name but it was yum. I'm also greatly appreciative of the staff as I was curious to try the pear in the alcohol drink, but I didn't like and they tried to make it more palatable. They gave me some great altnerative recommendations to try and get from saqs and I was curious to buying the bottle myself. I also enjoyed them questions about the dishes and they in turn were enthusiastic talking about it which I love to see. I would recommend this place only because I feel like the kitchen and crew tries to connect with you. If you come here, be involved and ask about why they did the dish this was way or the best way to consume it. Have a convo!

Christine Spencer★★★★★★★★★★5.05 months ago

This was my second time eating at a Michelin Star restaurant and I can safely say they deserved that star and then some. The service was incredible (thanks Simon!), the atmosphere was great, and the food…as much a treat for the eyes as the tastebuds. How fun it was to meet the chef as well. We loved every second of our experience and I would highly recommend checking this place out.

Julia Dino★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

What a gem! Food as art! It was an extraordinary experience at Laurie Raphael! From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we knew it was going to be a special one. The food was top notch. The service was impeccable. Michael and the team took great care of us. Thank you! Looking forward to visiting again next time we are in Quebec City.

Heather G.★★★★★★★★★★5.08 months ago

WOWWW! JUST WOWWW!! I had an incredible experience with 9 courses of purely amazing unique food. The service was friendly, fun and professional. The staff truly knows what they're doing. If you're looking for something special, this beautiful restaurant should be at the top of your list! This was an experience I'll remember for a very long time.