Bistro XP - Québec

My friend and I went there to have what we expected to be very high end cuisine at a reasonable price. Like several other customers, we took advantage of a prom... read more My friend and I went there to have what we expected to be very high end cuisine at a reasonable price. Like several other customers, we took advantage of a promotional discount offering us a 5 service Menu with a free bottle wine for 2 people, for CAD $75 (a value of $150).The first service was an appetizer that the chef chose: a spoonful of raw fish that had a rubber-like texture and was clearly not fresh (no other choice possible).The second service was offering the following choices: 1- Tian shrimp sour mango, avocado puree and fried shallots2 - BLT way XP with grilled Romaine, tomato confit with olive oil, braised bacon, Parmesan cheese and boiled egg3 - Verine liver mousse poultry and goat cheese hazelnut (which was my choice, a generous portion of verine and small pieces of bread. There was quantity but not necessarily quality).The third course was a very ordinary tasteless and watery carrot soup (no other choice possible, once again).The fourth course was offering the following choices: 1 - Beef tartar with truffle oil and Grana Padano served with thin leaves, crunchy vegetables and fries2 - Roasted Arctic Char Fillet served with bacon, leeks, and almond butter 3- Crispy Soy Pork Flank coated with maple and chipotle on muslin parsnipsThe fifth service was offering the following choices:1- Panna Cotta with vanilla sauce, blueberries and raspberry sorbet, served with coffee or teaThe wine selection was excellent: a delicious Portuguese Moscato (white wine).The food was average and its presentation was fair.The decor and ambiance of the restaurant were nice.The service was slow and the waiter seemed to be in a rush to close up the place. He made sure to let the last 6 customers know that he wanted to go home by turning off the music and some lights ... Plus, he had no sense of humour either...My friend ordered the pork and she was served what literally seemed to be a huge chunk made of 90% fat and 10% meat. My Arctic char was okay but lacked herbs, spices or taste, on top of being dried while overcooked. I find it was overpriced for what you get, really.We were left to pay the taxes and the tip. So with the $75 price for the promotion, plus taxes of $11.25 and a suggested $22.50 in tips, it came up to $108.75 for a dinner for two.We were both left on our appetite as we expected way more for that price tag. We would both give it a 6/10 overall grade but would not return.

At Chez Bistro XP, it's always delicious. I love that they constantly update their menu from week to week, making it perfect for a night out with friends or a r... read more At Chez Bistro XP, it's always delicious. I love that they constantly update their menu from week to week, making it perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic dinner.

We went to eat my wife and I at the xp bistro a week ago. We had a coupon that allowed a meal for two with a bottle of wine. I'll tell you that for the discount... read more We went to eat my wife and I at the xp bistro a week ago. We had a coupon that allowed a meal for two with a bottle of wine. I'll tell you that for the discount it was good. The server was very professional. We loved his service. The only negative point is that the meal didn't convince me to return. It was good but no more. For a week dinner it was very good.

This is a great spot for a pita! They have a solid reputation for consistently tasty dishes. Definitely better than going through a drive-thru any day. read more This is a great spot for a pita! They have a solid reputation for consistently tasty dishes. Definitely better than going through a drive-thru any day.

This is the cleanest Pita Pit I have ever visited, and the staff are friendly and always generous with the amount of vegetables they load into your pita. It is... read more This is the cleanest Pita Pit I have ever visited, and the staff are friendly and always generous with the amount of vegetables they load into your pita. It is a great healthy option with a great staff.