Buvette Scott
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant, Wine bar |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Founder | Pier-Luc Germain, Jean-Philippe Lessard, Dave St-Yves |
| Headquarters | Quebec City , Canada |
Key people | Jean-Philippe Lessard (Head chef), Dave St-Yves (Wine director) |
| Products | Food, Wine |
Buvette Scott operates as both a restaurant and wine bar located in the La Cité district of Quebec City, Canada.
History
Established in 2014 by Pier-Luc Germain, Jean-Philippe Lessard, and Dave St-Yves, Buvette Scott merges culinary skill with expertise in the wine sector. Jean-Philippe Lessard holds the position of head chef, while Dave St-Yves, who has spent ten years working with Quebec's alcohol distributor Société des alcools du Québec, oversees the wine offerings.
Recognition
Buvette Scott received a 'Bib Gourmand' distinction in the first-ever Michelin Guide for Quebec in 2025, highlighting its "exceptionally good food at moderate prices." The Michelin Guide commended its broad wine selection and "creative cuisine" featuring daily menu updates.
In 2017, Lesley Chesterman of the Montreal Gazette rated the restaurant 2½ out of 4 stars, emphasizing its blackboard menu focused on local ingredients and a "constantly evolving" beer list with unique brews.
Based on user feedback and community votes, Yelp placed Buvette Scott at number two in its 2024 ranking of Canada's Top 100 dining establishments.
The US-based Eater recognized it among the "28 Best Restaurants in Quebec City," noting its straightforward, budget-friendly dishes crafted from seasonal, locally sourced produce.
Montreal's culinary publication Tastet lauded the venue for its "continually refreshed inventive menu" and described it as a favorite destination for repeat visits.