Ristorante il teatro
Authentic, modern Italian cuisine in the heart of Old Quebec City
Located in the Carré des spectacles, Il Teatro produces everything to provide you with an exceptional experience: meticulous staff who master the art of welcoming you, fine Italian cuisine, a décor that combines both modern and traditional, an Italian inspired wine cellar, new cocktails created seasonally, and one of the most beautiful, not to mention covered and heated, terraces in Quebec City.
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Specialties
The American
Two eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, roasted potatoes **
Served with toast from artisan baker Paillard and jam
$20
The Italian Frittata
Italian omelette au gratin, roasted potatoes **
Served with toast from artisan baker Paillard and jam
$20
The Omelette
Three eggs, rosemary ham, cheddar, roasted potatoes **
Served with toast from artisan baker Paillard and jam
$22
The Bella
Proscuitto foccacia, with tomato and basil pesto, roasted artichokes, bocconcini, egg sunny side up, Gabrielle potatoes and tomatoes with rosemary, sage and oregano
$20
The Smoked Salmon Bagel
Bagel, cream cheese, smoked salmon, toppings, roasted potatoes **
$23
The Garnished croissant
Croissant, egg, ham, cheese, capers, roasted potatoes **
$23
Pastries
Pure butter croissants, Danish pastries, muffin, jam
$19
The Pancakes
American pancake with choice of maple sirup or Nutella, fresh strawberries and bananas
$20
The Smoothie bowl
Yogurt flavoured with lemon zest and limoncello syrup, fresh berries, grilled almond crumble, honey
$20
The Cassolette
Potatoes, sausage, bacon, egg sunny side up, cheese and Hollandaise sauce
Served with toast from artisan baker Paillard and jam
$23
Smoked Bene
Poached egg, choice of smoked salmon, prosciutto or capicollo, hollandaise sauce, foccacia with oil and fleur de sel, roasted potatoes **
$24
BRUNCH
$35 Served until 2 pm on weekends and holidays
Lemon and almond yogurt, biscotti granola
Truffled mascarpon tartlet, Marsala pear and prosciutto
Breakfast of your choice
Bitter chocolate and candied orange cannoli
Coffee, tea, infusion
Cocktails and juice
Freshly squeezed orange juice
$5.75
Smoothie of the day
$6
Mimosa with sparkling wine
$11,50
Mimosa with champagne
$23
Bottomless Mimosa
$24
Bellini
Peach nectar and champagne
$23
Bellini Italiano
Limoncello and champagne
$24
Coffee
Espresso
$4
Espresso double
$4,25
Cappuccino
$4,25
Latte (cup)
$4,25
Latte (bowl)
$4,75
Chocolats Favoris hot chocolate
$4,75
Dirty chai
$6
Hours of service - Week : 7AM to 11AM
Weekend : 7AM to 1:30PM
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Antipasti
ZUPPA DEL GIORNO
Soup of the day
FONDUTA DI FORMAGGIO E COMPOSTA DI FICHI
Cheese fondues and figs compote
CARPACCIO DI MANZO
Beef, tartufata, Borettana onion, Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, pine nuts, basil and bresaola
12$ extra
Piatti Principali
ZUPPA DI HALIBUT CON CREMA DI VINO BIANCO E VERDURA
White wine cream smooth halibut soup and vegetables
$32
RISOTTO DI MELE, FINOCCIO E FORMAGGIO DI CAPRA
Apple and fennel risotto, pine nuts and goat cheese
$30
PENNE AL PARMIGIANO, GUANCIA DI VITELLO, CAVOLO ROSSO MARINATO
Parmesan penne, shredded veal cheek, marinated red cabbage
$29
CONTRO-FILETTO DI VITELLO CON SALVIA E LEMONE
Roasted veal strip loin, lemon and sage meat glaze
$31
PIZZA DI AGNELLO BRASATO, POMODORI CANDITE, OLIVE E SPINACI
Braised lamb, candied tomatoes, olives and spinach pizza
$30
Dolce
Dessert by our pastry chef
Coffee, tea or herbal tea
Espresso and americano
$2 Extra
Classics à la carte
Insalata cesare
Heart of romaine, herb croutons, pancetta, parmesan, Caesar dressing
$18
Pizza margherita
Tomato sauce, mozzarella di Bufala, parmesan, olive oil and basil
$24
Penne alla romanoff
Penne with rosé sauce, green peppercorn and vodka
$26
Spaghetti al ragù bolognese
Spaghetti with bolognese sauce
$26
Wine by the glass,sommelier’s choice, red orwhite
$11
Hours of service - Lunch menu
11:30AM to 2:30PM Monday to Friday
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Antipasti
SUPPLÌ
Tomato and mozzarella fried risotto balls, smoked bell peppers creamy sauce, artichokes and pecorino
$21
CALAMARI FRITTI
Fried calamari, coated with pecorino crumbs, green sauce and grilled lemon
$20
MOZZARELLA ALLA MARINARA
Fried mozzarella, marinara sauce, white balsamic glaze, vine tomatoes confit and fresh basil
$18
CARPACCIO DI MANZO
Beef, tartufata, Borettana onion, Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, pine nuts, basil and bresaola
$24
INSALATA CESARE
Artisan Romaine heart, Cardini's sauce, garlic crouton, lardons, Parmigiano Reggiano, white anchovies filet and lemon
$18
PANZANELLA
Tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, peppers, white balsamic vinegar, basil, extra-virgin olive oil and country croutons
$19
BURRATA
Tomatoes, mozzarella di Bufala, balsamic, olive oil and basil
$25
Board to share
FOR 2 PERSONS
DUO DI ANTIPASTI
Assortment of cheeses and charcuteries, pickles and nuts
($21/additional person)
$42
Piatti
SPAGHETTI AL RAGÙ BOLOGNESE
Spaghetti with Bolognese sauce and veal meatballs
$26
PENNE ALLA ROMANOFF
Penne with rosée sauce, green peppercorns and vodka
$26
GNOCCHI ALLA SORRENTINA
Gnocchis, roasted tomatoes purée, garlic, basil, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano and olive oil
$30
MARGHERITA
Tomato sauce, mozzarella di Bufala, parmesan, olive oil and fresh basil
$24
QUATRO FORMAGGI
Fior di latte, parmesan, gorgonzola, fontina, pistou, cherry tomatoes and fresh oregano
$28
PEPERONIE E SALSICCIA
Tomato sauce, Fior di latte, parmesan, sweet bell pepper drops, Italian sausage and oregano
$28
PROSCIUTTO E TARTUFO
Cream sauce, Fior di latte, tartuffata, prosciutto, grilled artichokes and black olives
$31
LADY EMILIA
Ricotta di campagna, fior di latte, pistachio Sicilian pesto, Bologna IGP mortadella and torrefied pistachios
$33
Caviale
10 GRAMS *Served with potato blinis, crème fraîche, and chives
CAVIAR OSCIETRE PRESTIGE
$80
CAVIAR SEVRUGA
$90
CAVIAR BELUGA QUINTESSENCE
$120
Reservation: 418 694-9996
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Dolce
CANNOLI
Mascarpone mousse, espresso, blood orange, roasted hazelnuts
$11
CREME BRULEE DEL GIORNO
Caramelized egg custard, flavor for the moment
Gluten free
$11
TARTELLETTA
Shortbread tartlet with fig compote, white chocolate, lemon meringue, jelly white balsamic and lavender
$14
TORTA CAPRESE
Flourless chocolate biscuit, dark chocolate ganache and pomegranate
Gluten free
$13
Tiramisu
Champagne biscuit, espresso, Amaretto, apples and caramel
$12
FORMAGGIO PER DESSERT
Fine Quebec cheese, candied figs with Fernet Branca, salted pine nut crumble, tomato caramel, white balsamic gel, basil seeds and biscotti tiles
$19
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Caviale
10 grams of caviar served with potato blinis, fresh cream and spring onions
CAVIAR OSCIETRE PRESTIGE
$80
CAVIAR SEVRUGA
$90
CAVIAR BELUGA QUINTESSENCE
$120
Board to share
Minimum 2 people
DI FORMAGGI
Variety of Italian and Quebec cheeses, fruits and nuts
$19 / additional pers.
$38
DI SALUMI
A selection of Italian and Quebec charcuteries, marinades et mustards
$23 / additional pers.
$46
DI ANTIPASTE «IL TEATRO»
Assortment of cheeses and charcuteries, pickles and nuts
$31 / additional pers.
$42
PIATTO DI MARE
Lobster tail, grilled octopus, crab legs, shrimps salad, oysters, marinated whelks
$150
Antipasti
MOZZARELLA ALLA MARINARA
Fried mozzarella, marinara sauce, white balsamic glaze, vine tomatoes confit and fresh basil
Vegetarian
$18
Calamari friti
Fried calamari, coated with pecorino crumbs, green sauce and grilled lemon
$20
Carpaccio di manzo
Beef, tartufata, Borettana onion, Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, pine nuts, basil and bresaola
Gluten free
$24
ANIMELLE AL MANDORLE
Pan-fried veal sweetbreads with hazelnut butter, Amaretto sauce, red onion compote and biscotti tuile
$27
Capesante con senape
Roasted scallops, parmesan crust, honey and mustard emulsion, cauliflower puree and vine tomatoes confit
Gluten free
$29
ARANCINO
Spinach stuffed fried rice ball, mozzarella and white ham, parmesan eggplant and marinara sauce
Vegetarian
$21
TARTARE DI VITELLO
Veal tartare, grilled lemon, green peppercorn, smoked caciocavallo and fresh herbs, confied tomatoes and croutons
$25
Insalate
INSALATA CESARE
Artisan Romaine heart, Cardini's sauce, garlic crouton, lardons, Parmigiano Reggiano, white anchovies filet and lemon
$18
PANZANELLA
Greenhouse tomato, cucumber, red onion, peppers, white balsamic, basil, extra virgin olive oil and country croutons
Vegetarian
$19
PROSCIUTTO E FRUTTI
Raw ham, fresh and marinated melons, figs, grapes, lemon and pepper ricotta, greens and old balsamic
Gluten free
$24
BURRATA
Tomatoes, mozzarella di Bufala, balsamic, olive oil and basil
Gluten free
$25
Zuppe
MINESTRONE
Minestrone vegetable and pancetta soup Castello di Banfi style
$12
ZUPPA DEL GIORNO
Soup of the day, basil ricotta, pepper and lemon garnish
$9
Carni & Pesce
FEGATO DI VITELLO
Milk-fed veal liver, pancetta, shallots, garlic, parsley, parmesan shavings, orange zest and balsamic vinegar
Gluten free
$38
CONFIT D'ANATRA
Duck leg confit, Chianti sauce, beurre noisette paccheri, celeriac cream and pickled cipollinis
$37
GUANCIALE DI VITELLO
Veal cheek, star anise juice, parsnip and roasted onions puree, flaked almonds
Gluten free
$42
BRASATO D’AGNELLO
Braised lamb shank, gremolata, creamy polenta, roasted vegetables and pickled shallots
$41
MEDAGLIONE DI MANZO
Beef tenderloin steak and prosciutto, flamed mushrooms fricassee, roasted gnocchis and Chianti sauce
Gluten free
$52
COSTATA DI VITELLO
Grilled veal rib, sauce tartufo et foie gras, creamy risotto and mushroom dressing
$54
MELANZANE ALLA MARINARA
Scapece eggplant, marinara sauce, parmesan, linguine with rosé sauce, basil and balsamic reduction
Vegetarian, gluten free
$34
SALMONE GRIGJANTO
Grilled salmon steak, zucchini tagliatelle, pesto rosso, puttanesca, balsamic reduction
Gluten free
$38
MERLUZZO PORTOGHESE
Portuguese cod steak, sundried tomatoes polenta, vegetables and preserved lemon
Gluten free
$40
ORATA PUGLIESE
Sea bream filet, potatoes, Pecorino Romano, parsley, roasted lemon, spinach, D.O.P. Umbria olive oil
Gluten free
$42
Pasta & Risotto
SPAGHETTI AL RAGÙ BOLOGNESE
Spaghetti with bolognese sauce and grilled veal meatballs
$26
PENNE ALLA ROMANOFF
Penne with rosé sauce, green peppercorn and vodka
Vegetarian
$26
LINGUINI CARBONARA
Linguine with a creamy sauce made of white wine, egg yolk, pecorino and guanciale
$28
SPAGHETTI ALL’AMATRICIANA
Spaghettis, guanciale, pecorino Romano, onion, Italian tomatoes and finger hot pepper
$28
RAVIOLI DI ANATRA
Duck and pear ravioli, jus de viande, cream and rosemary sauce, mushrooms, parmesan and garlic chips
$36
PASTA AL FRUTTI DI MARE
Fresh pasta, cream and white wine sauce, clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp, lobster and garlic
$42
RISOTTO AL GAMBERTI
Shrimp risotto, tomato and saffron shellfish broth, stracciatella cheese, grilled lemon and olive oil
$44
RISOTTO ALLA ZUCCA
All’onda butternut squash risotto, kale, Sorrente fior di latte, grilled pine nuts and D.O.P. Umbria olive oil
$36
GNOCCHI ALLA SORRENTINA
Gnocchis, roasted tomatoes purée, garlic, basil, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano and olive oil
$30
Pizza
Margherita
Tomato sauce, mozzarella di Bufala, parmesan, olive oil and fresh basil
Vegetarian
$24
Quatro formaggi
Fior di latte, parmesan, gorgonzola, fontina, pistou, cherry tomatoes and fresh oregano
Vegetarian
$28
PEPERONIE E SALSICCIA
Tomato sauce, Fior di latte, parmesan, sweet bell pepper drops, Italian sausage and oregano
$28
PIZZA RICCIA DI MAMMA
Fresh mozzarella, white anchovies, Caiazzo olives, Salina capers, yellow cherry tomatoes, stewed tomatoes petals and kale
$29
PROSCIUTTO E TARTUFO
Cream sauce, Fior di latte, tartuffata, prosciutto, grilled artichokes and black olives
$31
LADY EMILIA
Ricotta di campagna, fior di latte, pistachio Sicilian pesto, Bologna IGP mortadella and torrefied pistachios
$33
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il primeri
CORNETTO DI FICHI E GORGONZOLA
Fig and gorgonzola croissant
il secondo
TARTELLETTA AL MASCARPONE, SALMONE AFUMICATO E CIPOPOLLINI
Mascarpone mousse tartlet, smoked salmon and cipollini onion
il tercio
UOVO IN CAMICIA, POMODORI CANDITI E PANCETTA SU FOCACCIA
Poached egg, candied tomatoes, Marsala braised pork flank on grilled focaccia
il quarto
Main course choices
RISOTTO AI GAMBERI GIGANTI FLAMBÉ AL SAMBUCCA NERA
Black Sambuca flambéed giant gambas risotto
FILETTO DI VITELLO AL PORCINI E POLENTA FRITTE
Porcini mushrooms veal filet and fried polenta
il quinto
BASTONE DI CIOCCOLATO CON AMARENE
Dark chocolate and Grappa marinated sour cherries stick
Served on December 25th and January 1st between 10 am and 2 pm -
$60 taxes and service not included
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Aperitivo
PRINCESS SCALLOP
Basil panna cotta, caviar and lemon
Antipasto
DUCK PARFAIT DE FOIE GRAS
Fernet-Branca lacquer, candied orange panettone, blood orange marmelade and star anise fleur de sel
Zuppa
TOMATOES VARIATION SOUP
Roasted, candied and smoked, Maciocia buffala mozzarella and D.O.P. Umbria olive oil
Piatti principaLi
Choices of main course
CONFIT HALLIBUT
Grilled octopus’ sauce vierge, herb and parmesan polenta
FILET MIGNON TENDERLOIN STEAK AND PROSCIUTTO
Wine merchant style Chianti sauce, giant gnocchi
Formaggi
FINE QUEBEC CHEESE
Candied fig, pine nuts salted crumble, tomatoes caramel, white balsamic gel, basil seeds and biscotti tile
*Included with the second sitting
Dolce
FESTIVE DESSERT
Chocolate, cranberry, mascarpone and rosemary
Bolle
Served at the Clubby Bar
FESTIVE BUBBLY
*Included with the second sitting
1st sitting 5:00-$120 2nd sitting 8:30-150$ - *Bookings by phone only
50% for kids 6 to 12
Grandiose
à chaque scène
