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Poisson d'Avril
115 Quai Saint-André, null, Quebec, Canada
+1 418 692 1010
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Whoever christened this place was having a little joke: its name means both "April Fool" and "April Fish." Nevertheless, nautical trappings that include model ships, marine prints, and mounted sailfish make the real intent clear. The dinner menu, which changes daily, is packed with seafood, including some combinations of costly crustaceans responsible for the stiffer prices noted below. Two of these are the crowded bouillabaisse, which comes with half a lobster, and a special platter called L'assiette du commodore laden with snow crabs, giant shrimp, glossy sea scallops, mussels, and another half lobster. Mixed grill and pastas are also on the menu. Lunch is a more modest event, with land-based dishes, pastas, and individual pizzas. In good weather, there's a covered dining terrace. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Price

Main courses C$13-C$40 (US$10-US$32); table d'hôte lunch C$10-C$18 (US$8-US$14), dinner C$25-C$52 (US$20-US$42),P

Credit Cards Accepted

MC, V

Reservations

Reservations suggested

Area

In Vieux-Port, near rue St-Thomas

Hours

Mon-Fri 11am-2pm; daily 5-10pm

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