5 restaurants to stop at on the way to the Cup

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Spring field hockey fever making you hungry? If you need something to eat on the way to the Memorial Cup, here are 5 restaurants you’ll come across on your way to the Bas-Saint-Laurent.

Whether you’re on a hurried escape to the tournament or extending a family trip, these casual tables are definitely worth your time. (Why not make it a round robin and decide the winner at the end?)

Le Bistro de la mer, Kamouraska

It’s stronger than anything. As soon as you set a wheel in Kamouraska, you want to go for seafood! Poissonnerie Lauzier is the perfect address for fishing without bait.

Its seasonal bistro, housed in a cozy open-air space, offers fish soups and pokés that hit the spot. You’ll also find the first maritime trio: lobster guédille, shrimp poutine, seafood pizza (and chicken croquettes for picky eaters).

Lunch and dinner
Tuesday to Saturday – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Poissonnerie Lauzier à Kamouraska — Poissonnerie Lauzier

La Pizzéria des Battures, Notre-Dame-du-Portage

In the heart of the picturesque village of Notre-Dame-du-Portage, you can now eat Italian.

A former professional snowboarder and local native opened a pizzeria and creamery in the former presbytery a few years ago. His fine crusts and sought-after toppings (first star for mushroom pizza!) quickly attracted a horde of loyal fans. Try to make a reservation. Tables, like Memorial Cup tickets, go fast!

Dinner
Wednesday to Sunday – 4:30 to 9:30 pm

Resto-Pub L’Estaminet, Rivière-du-Loup

In Rivière-du-Loup, L’Estaminet is a bit like the dependable veteran of a field hockey team. Open for over 30 years (and run by the same owner for 25!), this downtown Rivière-du-Loup bistro never plays a bad game and knows how to get the crowd going.

The atmosphere is festive, and the menu is varied and up to date. You’ll want to hit the waves once you’ve tasted their breakfasts and burgers. (Plus, a few screens let you watch sports on TV).

Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Wednesday to Sunday – 8am to 10pm

Le Mirador, Auberge de la Pointe, Rivière-du-Loup

Don’t you think that’s a fitting name for a sports club? In any case, the bistro at Auberge de la Pointe is aptly named.

Perched on a cliff on the edge of the river, its outdoor terrace (the most beautiful for miles around) allows you to watch the movements of the St. Lawrence and the slow descent of the sun behind its orange curtain. In addition to a more-than-perfect drinks menu, the café-bar also scores points with its simple yet generous menu.

Aperitifs and tapas
Sunday to Monday – 3pm to 11pm

Bistro La Réserve, Rimouski

Fans of French gastronomy? Bistro La Réserve, representing Rimouski, has been making its mark in the big league for the past fifteen years. Whether you’re thinking of its octopus lacquered appetizer or its championship-winning homemade boudin, you can’t help but enjoy this restaurant.

The owners team up with local producers, who supply them with truffles, bourgots, oyster mushrooms and foie gras, among other things. The best place to reward yourself after a big win. Any reservations? None at all.