Their hours aren’t accurate. The kitchen was closed at 1:20pm even though their hours state they’re open until 2.
Service: 1
Sam
Best tao chicken I have ever had, very good Asian food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gayan Pathirana
We were craving spice in Quebec City and set out looking for Asian food. That search led us to Madame Phan. Both of us—coming from different parts of Asia—were hopeful.
The food? It was okay. It gave us the spice fix we needed, but it wasn’t authentic. I wish I could rate it higher, but I feel a responsibility to be critical when it comes to Asian cuisine. Too often, Asian food is watered down for Western taste buds. It’s a disservice to the cultures it represents. Quebec City already feels deeply European, and I would love to see more pride in showcasing Asian food as it really is.
Here’s the truth: authentic food usually outperforms the “tailored-to-locals” version. People rise to the occasion when they’re given the real thing. Sadly, what I often see—here included—is the opposite. Local diners leave thinking they’ve “experienced Asian food” when, in fact, they haven’t.
The first red flag was in the description itself: “Asian.” Asia is vast and diverse. Expecting one restaurant, or one chef, to represent it all is impossible. It’s like walking into a place that claims to serve all European food under one roof. Unrealistic by definition.
So, no, Madame Phan isn’t authentic. But it did serve its purpose: it gave us something spicy when we needed it. I just wish more restaurants here leaned into authenticity rather than compromise. Because authentic Asian food deserves better than this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
May Ting Ang
With reference to the recent review, I would like to add that we always gave generous tips and the tips was for the waiter (owner)who served us, knowing that this is a small restaurant and she worked hard at the kitchen and served us, with no help from the other waiters and even though the service was not great, (that we have to ask to serve water after a long wait). Regrettably, the attitude of the other two workers really spoiled our dining experience that night!
Camille DM
Madame Phan, un must! Tu veux de la vraie cuisine vietnamienne tu peux pas passer à côté..
Service ++, propriétaire impliquée à 110% tu veux pas aller ailleurs.
finance BAQ
Wow great evening!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
François Goulet
Good 'Americanized' Asian dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Martine Gelinas
Great experience! Service, Tonkinese soup and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mylene Boisvert
Best Asian restaurant in Quebec City!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Johanne Boucher
Great experience!! Great waiter, friendly and good advice for our meal, sangria and non-alcoholic beer!! Well done!!
A delicious lunch menu! The server is very attentive and friendly, calm atmosphere with soft music. Everything very pleasant and practical because near the stations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wagner Dias
For those who love Asian street food, “Madame Phan” is an excellent place to eat and taste new flavors! A friendly atmosphere, courteous employees and good prices!
marhart130
The “MADAME PHAN” restaurant-bistro is an essential address for fans of Asian cuisine, like me, with charming and welcoming staff. The cuisine is tasty and perfectly tailored to tastes, offering dishes that delighted my taste buds.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Camille Prévost
Delicious Tonkinese soup, impeccable service, lovely intimate decor and good music. What more could you ask for!
Their hours aren’t accurate. The kitchen was closed at 1:20pm even though their hours state they’re open until 2.
Service: 1
Best tao chicken I have ever had, very good Asian food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were craving spice in Quebec City and set out looking for Asian food. That search led us to Madame Phan. Both of us—coming from different parts of Asia—were hopeful.
The food? It was okay. It gave us the spice fix we needed, but it wasn’t authentic. I wish I could rate it higher, but I feel a responsibility to be critical when it comes to Asian cuisine. Too often, Asian food is watered down for Western taste buds. It’s a disservice to the cultures it represents. Quebec City already feels deeply European, and I would love to see more pride in showcasing Asian food as it really is.
Here’s the truth: authentic food usually outperforms the “tailored-to-locals” version. People rise to the occasion when they’re given the real thing. Sadly, what I often see—here included—is the opposite. Local diners leave thinking they’ve “experienced Asian food” when, in fact, they haven’t.
The first red flag was in the description itself: “Asian.” Asia is vast and diverse. Expecting one restaurant, or one chef, to represent it all is impossible. It’s like walking into a place that claims to serve all European food under one roof. Unrealistic by definition.
So, no, Madame Phan isn’t authentic. But it did serve its purpose: it gave us something spicy when we needed it. I just wish more restaurants here leaned into authenticity rather than compromise. Because authentic Asian food deserves better than this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
With reference to the recent review, I would like to add that we always gave generous tips and the tips was for the waiter (owner)who served us, knowing that this is a small restaurant and she worked hard at the kitchen and served us, with no help from the other waiters and even though the service was not great, (that we have to ask to serve water after a long wait). Regrettably, the attitude of the other two workers really spoiled our dining experience that night!
Madame Phan, un must! Tu veux de la vraie cuisine vietnamienne tu peux pas passer à côté.. Service ++, propriétaire impliquée à 110% tu veux pas aller ailleurs.
Wow great evening!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good 'Americanized' Asian dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great experience! Service, Tonkinese soup and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Asian restaurant in Quebec City!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great experience!! Great waiter, friendly and good advice for our meal, sangria and non-alcoholic beer!! Well done!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
A delicious lunch menu! The server is very attentive and friendly, calm atmosphere with soft music. Everything very pleasant and practical because near the stations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For those who love Asian street food, “Madame Phan” is an excellent place to eat and taste new flavors! A friendly atmosphere, courteous employees and good prices!
The “MADAME PHAN” restaurant-bistro is an essential address for fans of Asian cuisine, like me, with charming and welcoming staff. The cuisine is tasty and perfectly tailored to tastes, offering dishes that delighted my taste buds.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Delicious Tonkinese soup, impeccable service, lovely intimate decor and good music. What more could you ask for!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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