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On rue Saint-Joseph Est, Torii - Buvette japonaise brings the spirit of a Japanese wine bar to Québec City. The name says it all: a place for drinks, small plates, and the convivial energy of an izakaya, but with a distinctly local touch. The team behind Torii describes it simply as "Entreprise de Québec," a local business committed to quality without pretense.
That commitment earned Torii a Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2026, a distinction awarded for good quality, good value cooking. The Bib Gourmand celebrates tables where generosity is key and value never comes at the expense of flavour—and that philosophy runs through everything Torii does.
The menu, available for lunch, dinner, and as a takeaway épicerie, changes with the seasons. While the restaurant doesn't publish a fixed list of signature dishes, the catering menu hints at the kitchen’s style: inventive, ingredient-driven bites like flanc de porc laqué au poivre de Sichuan, tataki de thon rouge with wasabi cucumber salsa, and smoked scallop with miso cauliflower purée. These are the kind of small plates that pair naturally with the thoughtful drinks menu.
Torii also runs its own delivery service, bringing their quality products straight to homes across the Québec region and its suburbs. Whether you're dining in or ordering takeout, the experience remains consistent: bold Japanese flavours, careful sourcing, and a warm, unpretentious atmosphere.
For a true taste of what modern izakaya dining can be in Canada, Torii on rue Saint-Joseph Est is a destination worth seeking out.
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