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Vegan
American
Pizza
International
Organic
Fast food
Take-out
Bakery
French
Vegan bakery cafe and zero waste store. Offers hot meals, pizza, sandwiches, pastries, and coffee. Store sells items in bulk: food, cleaning, and personal hygiene products. Find fresh produce plus legumes, grains, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, maple syrup, and specialty items like cashew parmesan. Bring your own containers or pick the reused jars or bags put at their disposition for free. Reported closed August 2020.
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Added by lily olivier on 06 May 2017
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76 Reviews
First Review by charlesolivierwm
Veganolive1
Points +5228
A Vegan Oasis of Heaven - Edit
Les Gourmandises Louca is a zero waste organic 100% vegan cafe, in the beautiful city of Quebec, owned by Gregory and Julie. I loved the interior, it was so chilled and relaxed, there was a small table in the window, which you sat around on cushions, a communal table and small tables of two and everything was secondhand, all part of the no waste policy. I loved the bold yellow poster on the wall, about the dairy industry, I felt right at home.
Read moreThe napkins were made from cloth, as were the hand towels in the toilet, laundered each day to avoid wastage, I was totally impressed. One wall opposite the counter was full of containers of nuts, seeds, lentils, grains, herbs and spices, so you could bring your own and restock, the same for household products like washing up liquid or hand soap, located at the rear of the cafe.
On our first visit which was cold with torrential rain, we nipped in for a quick snack, so I tried to translate the menu board, but luckily Gregory spoke very good English. There was a big counter with loads of vegan goodies in, like tarts, quiches, pizza slices, cakes and tortes and power balls, all homemade by Julie.
Hubby ordered beetroot and potato soup, which was a huge bowlful, rich, luscious and packed with flavour. I chose polenta and carrot slice, which sounded a strange combination, yet I really enjoyed it, very creamy, light and tasty.
On our second day, the sun came out, so we had a long walk, so we were ready for coffee and cake by the time we got to Les Gourmandises Louca. I chose pear and almond tart and hubby a chocolate tart, with two coffees and what a treat it was.
The tarts were amazing, I did not want to finish mine it was that good, such light pastry and the almond and pear filling was fantastic. Hubby loved his chocolate tart, in fact if we were really greedy, we could have polished off another one, but we decided on another coffee instead. The coffee since we left the UK had been awful in New York and most of the Canadian ports we visited, it was weak with no taste, but the coffee at Les Gourmandises Louca was just what we wanted, so hence the second cup.
Les Gourmandises Louca is a vegan oasis in the city of Quebec, I cannot recommend it highly enough, I love their ethics and their food. How I wish I was sat typing this review and eating that pear and almond tart again.
Pros: 100% vegan, Zero waste shop
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VickyJost
Points +343
Not good - Edit
It takes a long time to be served
Read morePros: food is vegan
Cons: It takes a long time to be served, The owner doesn't greet customers
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Alyzibou
Points +700
Convenient - Edit
If you’re vegan, hungry, and in the neighbourhood, I do suggest you stop by for this place‘s convenient location. I got a sandwich to go. The food is okay, but not excellent, and the menu is basic, but at least it is all vegan.
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lbbw
Points +193
Great carrot cake but spenny - Edit
Spenny for what u get and portion sizes but worth it lots of choice ja
Read morePros: Options lots of , Nice man with nice hat who works there seems kind
Cons: Spenny
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veggiewoman
Points +378
This place is perfect - Edit
This place is lovely. It's a zero waste store but has more of a cozy cafe vibe. We tried 5 items and they were all excellent. Great place to grab breakfast or brunch with 1-2 other people.
Read morePros: Friendly, Delicious, Zero waste store. Love supporting that!
Cons: Not tons of seating. Not good for large groups.
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Ballunatic
Points +38
Nice and chill environment - Edit
The daily soup warms your body up, I had a butter squash soup after a long walk outside. The brown rice pasta was alright, I didn't see any brown rice though. The plate wasn't too big, but everything on the meun wasn't expensive.
Read morePros: Zero waste. Chill and environment
Cons: The taste wasn't amazing.
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awakenici
Points +88
Super nice! - Edit
It's a very comfortable place with good food (I recommend the lasagna!)
Read morePros: All vegan
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Shab2Sheek
Points +32
Worthy to Walk - Edit
Charming,a 20 min Walk from the Old City. The Quiche was delicious and better then the zucchini pie, which I thought to have a little unpleasant taste. I loved the fact that it’s family owned and operated, the concept of the decor, silverware, etc..are not wasted and donated to be used. We tried the pear almond tart dessert, I think it still needs some work as it crumbles in your mouth and separates awkwardly, I would have loved to try a few other things but we got full quickly. Last, the vegan cheese and tomato sandwich was awesome, I would most definitely suggest if you live in the area or come to Quebec often to try out the menu, I have a feeling some of the other dishes would be fantastic.
Read morePros: Family Owned and Operated , Charming and Environmentally Focused , Great Service
Cons: Some dishes/desserts are so so. , 20 Min Walk from the old city
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nancd
Points +80
Nope - Edit
Went to this place due to the incredible reviews and no. Just no. The staff is friendly and the place is cute and quiet but their food is terribly bland. Their food represents what carnivores think vegan food tastes like— bland, tasteless, non exciting, like cardboard. Don’t recommend.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Organic , Kind staff
Cons: No , Nope , Not good
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Nicky22
Points +22
Wow - Edit
Complètement charmée par l'endroit. La nourriture y est excellente, le service est super, l'ambiance est chaleureuse et on c'est aussi une bonne adresse pour une épicerie zéro déchet. Une superbe expérience 😊
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emveg85
Points +34
Delightful breakfast spot - Edit
Visiting from out of town, I stopped in and had the quiche. It was delicious! Cute spot, quiet cafe. It’s always harder to find breakfast options so I was impressed.
Read morePros: Tasty quiche
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denisjdumas
Points +43
Best vegan restaurant in Québec City! - Edit
Look no further if you want delicious vegan food in Québec City! This restaurant is on a great street a short walk from Old Québec. Food is excellent and the owners are friendly and very happy to customize your order to suit your dietary needs. Everything is organic and homemade since this is a family business. As a bonus it is a zero-waste restaurant too! We come here every time we are in Québec City. Enjoy!
Read morePros: All vegan restaurant , All organic and homemade , Zero waste
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jversace
Points +17
The best vegan, zero waste, everything made from scratch restaurant in Quebec Ci - Edit
Everyone should try this restaurant. Everything is vegan and made from scratch and organic! Gregory and his partner prepare everything on site and it’s delicious. Also, it’s super cozy. If you’re vegan or simply care about the environment, this is the place to go!
Read morePros: Everything is vegan, Everything made from scratch on site, Organic
Cons: No cons
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VeganEric
Points +19
Every option looked amazing - Edit
Delicious kale potato soup, quiche, and brownie.
Read morePros: Zero waste., Bulk and soap to purchase.
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thomaslai
Points +85
Bit disappointed - Edit
- banana cake = awesome
Read more- smoothie green (kale, banana)= awsome
- grille cheese sandwich with dry tomatoes = too dry because of the tomatoes
- frittata of houmous = not very tasty, a bit dry
Pros: Lots of vegan options and the concept of zero wast, Is awsome
Cons: Staff not very kind (reading his book), Very few explainations or advices on the menu
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Blueviolingirl
Points +232
Excellent 100% vegan business - Edit
We are at Louca on our first night in Quebec. We tried the sampler plate and it was delicious- especially the cashew cheese. We also purchased quiche to take back for our breakfast the following day. Also really good. Note that they only take cash there.
Read morePros: All vegan options , Zero waste, Healthy and gluten free
Cons: Cash only , Closed on Mondays
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Kortkissu
Points +36
Vegan Breakfast - Edit
Offered a great variety of breakfast food and sweets. We had the quiche and frittata. Server was very friendly and gave suggestions of other vegan restaurants.
Read moreCons: Only takes cash.
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lemonswirl
Points +105
Loved this place - Edit
Great place for families. Good food with a great book library to browse through. I could have lingered all afternoon if sightseeing hadn't been on the agenda!
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lauraismynametoo
Points +274
No breakfast :( - Edit
We were really hoping to find something for breakfast that wasn’t just sweets and coffee. I had a pear almandine and a matcha smoothie and they were fantastic! The service wasn’t great but it’s a cool space and I’d go back often if I lived there.
Read morePros: Vegan sweets, Cool space, Great concept
Cons: No breakfast items, Mediocre service
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AlainTurgeon
Points +170
Québec - Edit
Calme et peace and love. Belle assiette. Argent comptant seulement. Un rare endroit vegan à Québec. Craquelin cru, faux mage etc...
Read morePros: 100% vegan
Cons: Cher. 30$ pour un met de dégustation pour deux.
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Janevan
Points +20
Oasis - Edit
Quebec restaurants are very meat-centric, so this place was a godsend. My chickpea frittata and fresh salad and my companion's grilled cheese were excellent!
Read morePros: Vegan choices!!!, Excellent food
Cons: No ac on a hot day, Might be out of the way for old city guests
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gabyreyesreid
Points +31
Delicious - Edit
I took my non-vegan friends here and they all loved it!
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Elizabeth Jacquet
Points +81
Amazing! A must in Quebec City! - Edit
Delicious food, reasonable prices, fantastic location, walkable from old city. Wonderful service, too! Lots of dry goods for snacks. LOVE IT!
Read morePros: Everything is vegan, Excellent mains and desserts, Great service
Cons: None whatsoever!
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RachelMu
Points +32
Go here! - Edit
Such a cute cafe. Extensive all vegan menu. We had the veggie pate sandwich and la belle salad. Both were amazing.
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RoxanneHde
Points +68
Excellent food . Only CASH. - Edit
Excellent food. Everything is vegan! Have a range of desserts and main dishes. Not a lot of seats though (10?) Take note that as of May 2019 they only accept cash (canadian or quebec city local money (blé)).
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Marie-AnneParadis
Points +42
Pur love - Edit
I’m in love with the croissant, grilled cheese and everything this place serve, promote and sell!
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annemarieroy
Points +54
Un resto pour gourmands - Edit
J’ai adoré la nourriture, l’ambiance, le personnel... Je suis ravie de savoir qu’il existe ce petit havre végane à Québec
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