Gambrinus is a French and Italian restaurant just across the square from the Chateau Frontenac (see other journal). The close proximity to the hotel was very welcome on the cold evening of our visit.
It has a warm quiet romantic atmosphere, with a split-level floor plan in an old stone building. They have excellent service, and a classical guitarist/vocalist that is entertaining without being intrusive.
Their menu is varied, and includes appetizers ($8-$13 CDN), salads ($5-$7 CDN), and soups ($4-$7 CDN). Entree dishes include pastas ($13-$21), beef/veal ($19-$30 CDN), fish and seafood ($22-$40 CDN), and other specialties. They also have a large selection of desserts ($7-$8 CDN) and coffee.
Gambrinus as a full bar and huge wine list. After being seated, we were promptly served a bread basket. Then, we both started with French Onion soup, served very hot, and hit the spot on a cold night. We both agreed it was the best French Onion soup we had ever had.
My main course was rack of lamb served with a sizable carrot, broccoli, and potatos au gratin....all were great. My wife had their Seafood Linguine Alsatian Style and she loved it. It was mussels, clams, shrimp, and scallops, served with a white wine tomato sauce.
We had a very nice experience at Gambrinus. The food, service, atmosphere, and location are all top notch.