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I love breakfast. This place felt like royalty. Literally in a castle. The eggs benny was like liquid gold. And the fresh fruits and pastries were just the beginning of the endless breakfast items available.

Went for afternoon tea. Just a few years ago of course at other Fairmont locations afternoon tea costed back then 55$ per person. But when we went now in March 2025 it now cost 89$ per person. For the experience and service it would be okay but the scones were stale and a bit hard. The sandwich tasted old as the bread was stale. The tea for black needs boiling hot water not just hot water. Plus they didn’t put enough tea leaves into teapot so it was weak. Didn’t offer milk. There teapot gives you 2 cups out of it. They would come around adding hot water but using tea leaves over again instead of new tea leaves only gives you very weak tea. Plus I took their house tea so had to pay $5 more for tea. For a teaspoon of tea leaves this is outrageous as loose leave tea is expensive but not that expensive so they are making a killing off of the tea part. I would still recommend it as a special event but make sure the food isn’t stale as that really is a downer.

Dec2024 Indoor terrace restaurant of the Fairmont Quebec nestled atop a prominent hillside of the city. This resto is where guests would be having their morning dinners. Holiday season was busy and bustling as guests came in droves and queues arw much the norm. The food is basic Western European style with a slant to some Canadian fare such as their ham and meat pie. They also offer some in house honey and jams. For a buffet it is standard. It is really the service that is the stat of the place. Quick, efficient and friendly, the servers are very able to handle the large crowds who gather each day to dine here. The receptionists are to be commended for their poise in managing the queues. The atmosphere is a 5 IF you find yourself in the terrace area near the windows which give you a wonderful view. Inside the interiors are understandably dated due to all the foot traffic. A good way to start the day's walking im Quebec City.

We were so lucky to be able to get a table for high tea at this lovely location! There was a cancelation, and Miguel was able to give us a table in the room overlooking the terrace. There was a wonderful pianist with live music. The tasty bites on all of the courses were delectable! I had the cream Earl gray tea, which is a specialty of the restaurant. I wasn't sure when our waitress said there were hints of maple also in the flavor. It turned out to be so creamy and delicious! I ended up buying some at the store in the hotel. Our waitress was so personable and took time to talk with us and tell us about life in Quebec. This was a not to be missed experience!

Beautiful afternoon tea with a delicious selection of pastries and a wide variety of tea. Atmosphere was calm with a lovely piano player offering background music.

Fabulous place, but the afternoon tea itself was a letdown. The sandwiches and the cakes are very small. The Scones are alright, but the accompanying jam and the cream were very runny, unlike the British ones. The staff are attentive and friendly, but they don't really serve you much. The interior is nice and the atmosphere was great. They need to learn a lot from the traditional English afternoon tea venues in England.

Afternoon tea with 6 of us was a highlight of our short time in Quebec City. All details were excellent from the china, tea selections, savory and sweet delicacies and very good service.

Knowing that I was going to be stopping in Quebec City on my cruise, I booked a spot at Place Dufferin’s weekend high tea event in advance directly on their website. Very easy. In short, it was wonderful! I was seated by a bright and cheery window overlooking the river. They served amazing scones, sandwiches and desserts as well as delicious spiced tea. There is a nice selection of teas to choose from at the start. I have been to other high teas before and this was one of the very best. The Servers are kind and prompt. It was about $75 USD including the 20 percent tip. The music was lovely as is the Château! Don’t forget to look around inside the hotel. This tea is worth the 60 to 90 minutes of your time in port.