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Carthage Express

Restaurant Tunisian restaurant

👍👍 So delicious. I’ve gone twice to eat there and I was the only customer both times. I don’t understand why, considering the great taste of the food and the great price. Highly recommend! People often mention delicious, great, good, pita, recommend, potatoes, prices, chicken, restaurant, price,


Address

20 Côte du Palais, Québec, QC G1R 2J6, Canada

Website

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Contact

+1 418-692-1001

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (339 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: delicious (11) great (11) good (11) pita (10) recommend (9) potatoes (9) prices (8) chicken (8) restaurant (8) price (6)
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  • 5/5 Victor E. 1 year ago on Google
    So delicious. I’ve gone twice to eat there and I was the only customer both times. I don’t understand why, considering the great taste of the food and the great price. Highly recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Asiyeh Sal M. 5 months ago on Google • 72 reviews
    The food is wonderful here It was our first time trying Tunesian food and it got us😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandy Y. 10 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    I came across it by chance while traveling at last year. The service is quick, the food is delicious, the portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable. The restaurant's decor is intriguing. I strongly recommend it. Please come and try it if you have the opportunity. It will make you feel revitalised.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Farid 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Wow. Wow. Wow. The atmosphere and lighting were enough to guarantee this place a 5-Star review. Beautiful colours, magnificent lanterns, mosaics and more. We had the shish taouk with potatoes and salad + drink for $14. Everything on the meal was scrumptious, and supremely well-priced for quality and flavour. Absolute gem of a find, with a friendly man behind the counter.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 M 6 months ago on Google • 239 reviews
    such a neighborhood gem. the food was so tasty. the 5 salads are exactly what i needed. really good for cleansing but all of them taste really different too. loved the pita bread and other ingredients in the sandwich too. if there’s one thing that could be done better, it would be healthier drink options. most of them are carbonated sugar drinks :/ overall excellent experience 😊

  • 5/5 Samet M. 2 years ago on Google
    Found this place randomly on Google maps during our trip. I love the restaurants who work with a few, limited number of items in the menu because they become very good and focused at what they serve. We ordered the chicken pita trio, it comes with a wrap,drink and a very balanced plate including fries and a few salads/vegetables on the side. Even though it was the evening, everything was super fresh and tasty. I don't know how he cooked it, but I can't forget the fries/patatoes, but the homemade sauce on the side was even better... Overall, great authentic taste for GREAT PRICE! Their chicken is halal, which is a plus if you are looking for it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ali M. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place. Clean tasty food. Welcoming staff. Big place for party's or just. 1 person. Or take out. Bathrooms are clean . No complaints for this place a must go to eat place in quebec city its right across the hospital in quebec 11 cote du plais. So i had a lamb pita and the kafta beef pita. Both very fresh and tasty
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great halal food . Went in for a lunch yesterday while strolling around the old city Tried the chicken shisk combo and everything was freshly made and tasted great
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sameen F. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good, reasonably priced and filling food. Got the trio for $11 each. Salads and potatoes were very flavourful. My whole family really appreciated the food and generous portions.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tal K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place should be full as long as its open, everyone should taste this. Food is delicious, with a good amount, the service was quick, and the price is more than fair. The restaurant's decoration is interesting and was fun to look at while eating here. We really enjoyed our meal here and I recommend everyone else to do so too, asap.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 briantravelman 10 months ago on Google • 200 reviews
    I was so excited to learn about this restaurant. This place is a bit off the main tourist area, but is worth a visit if you want to try some North African food. Unfortunately for English speakers, the menu is all in French, but I showed the guy a picture of what I wanted and he made it for me. Never had a Shwarma done like this before. The food was tasty and reasonably priced, but the portions were a bit small. I also found it strange that there were no knives at the table. But overall, good experience.

  • 5/5 Kenneth O. 7 months ago on Google • 120 reviews
    I didn't want to have burgers, pizza, or Italian for dinner, which seems to be the common theme at restaurants in this part of town. So, I decided to try this place that sells Tunisian food. I enjoy my sausage plate - the carrot salad has raisins and the coleslaw tastes fresh. I like the crunchy spice potatoes the most. My partner tried the "pita chicken", which turns out to be a delicious great smelling chicken roll. This is certainly a great place that sells low cost but tasty food in this part of town. It offers many dining tables for customers who prefer to dine in. Note this restaurant does not provide table service.

  • 5/5 RB K. 4 months ago on Google • 21 reviews
    Great portions and prices, excellent meal. Kindly accommodated all 13 of us when I made a last-minute ask over the phone 10 mins before arrival. It was a Wednesday night, and they must not have been expecting many since only one employee was there and a few other customers. This solo man took all our orders, put tables together, and made superb food and delivered it to all of us at the same time. He truly made our night after a dumb trip wandering through the city thinking that our group could find a place without reservations. Our talented saviour!

  • 5/5 Ali Y. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Loved the « Trio Shish Taouk ». The plate with salade and fries, also the sandwich. If you love this types of food, you have to visit here.

  • 5/5 Bleibel R. 7 months ago on Google
    Came across this place while searching on google reviews and this did not disappoint. We ordered the trio special which consists of pita sandwich+ beverage+ potatoes or salad (please take the potatoes for the ultimate experience). The food is great and filling and the restaurant is aesthetically pleasing. Since it is a bit far from the busy area, you can enjoy your food calmly. Would definitely recommend !

  • 5/5 Candace B. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    We ordered a shish taouk (chicken) wrap special with the half and half (salads and potatoes) and a falafel wrap. Delicious salads with a variety of vegetables. Potatoes were crunchy with great seasoning. Some of the tastiest falafel we’ve had. The bread for the wrap was toasted and slightly crispy. The sauce was yummy. This was the perfect amount for two people to share. Forgot to take a picture before eating.

  • 5/5 Karim E. 9 months ago on Google
    After walking around old Quebec for a couple hours, I inevitably got hungry and instead of paying a premium at one of those tourist traps by Chateau Frontenac, I decided to come here. The food was delicious, filling, and inexpensive. I highly recommend you visit this authentic North African restaurant if you’re in the area, I’ll definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Deepnath M. 9 months ago on Google
    We tried the combo. The food was extremely well prepared and very delicious, both the fries and the chicken. The price was very decent as well. Love the traditional interior decor and the colours.

  • 5/5 Woods423 6 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    I didn't want to spend $26. Or higher for a diner plate- since it was going back to my hotel I Googled restaurants on the way I found this little spot I wasn't expecting much, I ordered the Speacil Trio Shish Taouk Oh my gosh, it was really good! The fresh are potatoes season wonderfully. The staff is very pleasant. The restaurant is simple, extremely casual, which was perfect after a long day of walking throughout Quebec 😀 Their prices are good. Very reasonable! I absolutely recommend this little place for a good lunch or dinner!

  • 5/5 Ben Z. 1 year ago on Google
    So I went today and at the beginning I just saw one person In the restaurant and apparently he was putting together a huge order so he took some time to get our order ready but it was worth it cause food was delicious and one of the best prices I’ve seen in town. I’d definitely go there again. The kitchen looks clean and the place too.

  • 5/5 Zohreh M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing place with welcoming staff. We ordered Combo with Lamb. The food were really delicious and the price was reasonable . I really recommend to try it at least one time😍.

  • 5/5 Melissa K. 1 year ago on Google
    I am writing this review immediately following my meal here because it was fantastic. Everything on the menu is very affordable. We both ordered the special platter. A halal pita wrap with choice of meat, soda, crispy potatoes and a mixture of flavorful fresh salads. The flavors in the pita and all accompaniments I ate here, are unmatched to my foodie palate. Too bad we live in Pennsylvania and not Old Quebec, because this would easily become a part of my weekly routine.

  • 5/5 Gabriela E. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing, fresh authentic food from Northern Africa (maghreb region). The owner has such great hospitality and makes you feel right at home. 100% recommend and will definitely be back 🥳🥳🥳

  • 5/5 Patrick D. 2 years ago on Google
    Stopped by at this restaurant for a quick lunch recently. I must say that for the price of their food, their portions are more than generous! Not to mention, it was absolutely delicious! We got the trio (get the half&half) combo for less than $11! I also like the thought that was out into its decor which makes it an inviting ambiance. The staff were tremendous during out visit!

  • 5/5 Maxim P. 1 year ago on Google
    Came in with average expectations left with probably the best Mediterranean food ever tasted. What a gem! You could taste the freshness in every bite unlike your typical “Shawarma” restaurant. This place definitely deserves more credit. A must try if you’re in the area.

  • 5/5 Aiza N. 1 year ago on Google
    The lamb was so soft and the sandwiches were delicious. The owner was super kind. Great halal option (chicken and lamb only) . Reasonable prices too

  • 5/5 Vivek Nilesh S. 2 years ago on Google
    The best shish taouk in the city. We are regular customers and is a must if you visit the city and in the area. The potatoes are magic! :)

  • 5/5 Jessica H. 2 years ago on Google
    Super star service

  • 5/5 Mostafa S. 5 years ago on Google
    Very friendly staff .. best customer service ever .. and food is good .. you ve to try the shish tawouk trio .. and prices are so good hands down

  • 5/5 Sean J. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic place, will definitely go back. Great food and great price. The lamb pita was one of the best lamb dishes I've ever tasted! Magnifique!

  • 5/5 mehedi newaz k. 3 years ago on Google
    The food was amazing. The prices were very affordable and the service was great.

  • 5/5 Eliza V. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is very nice decorated, the gentlemen taking our order and serving us was super nice and friendly! The food was very delicious and the prices are quite fair too for the amount of meat you get in your pita. We will definitely come back!

  • 5/5 Osama B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lamb shawarma Wrap is literally the best here. I've been to many middle eastern places, but the lamb here is so soft and we'll marinated. I really like the plate with veggies and shawarma on the side, it's truly a good value dish. I'll definitely recommend checking this place out if you are in Quebec city!

  • 5/5 Lizets E. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place, lots of beautiful details in the decor, the food is generous, prepared with lots of care but very affordable. Will become our go-to place!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Small plates
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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