Whether it’s a cool day or bright and sunny out, there’s nothing like a good cup of hot or iced coffee to keep you going as you travel throughout Eastern Québec. Here are eight great spots to stop for your daily dose of caffeine during your road trip in our regions. Be prepared to meet friendly and passionate people and enjoy excellent beverages!

Bas-Saint-Laurent

Chez Casgrain
65-D, avenue Morel, Kamouraska

Set back slightly from the main street and open year-round, Chez Casgrain is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a divine cup of coffee. Offering friendly service, a homey decor and café food made on site, this is also a good spot to stop for lunch or a snack. Their scones and muffins are worth it! (This café offers vegan and gluten-free options.)

La Brûlerie d’Ici
91, rue Saint-Germain Ouest, Rimouski

Are you a coffee connoisseur? Head to this friendly coffee roaster with a European flair. You won’t find more freshly roasted beans anywhere! In addition to an exceptional cup of coffee, you can enjoy a delicious sandwich or homemade dessert on site. And be sure to pick up a few bags of coffee to take with you on the road! (This café offers gluten free and keto options.)

Gaspésie

Nath & Compagnie
224, route 132 Ouest, Percé

Located at the heart of the charming village of Percé, this friendly and welcoming café offers a variety of hot and cold beverages as well as light meals. Sit outside on the sunny patio behind the café or inside, where you’ll also find a bookstore and eco-friendly stationery store. You’re sure to make some great discoveries!

Toujours Dimanche café and bakery
431, avenue Saint-Jérôme, Matane

Toujours Dimanche is an exceptional bakery selling baked goods and delicious beverages. Enjoy a specialty coffee (latte, espresso, cappuccino) made with organic fair-trade beans roasted in Matane. Iced beverages are also available. Satisfy your thirst or hunger and then stock up on a selection of breads, desserts and takeout dishes for the road. (This café has some vegetarian and vegan options.)

Côte-Nord

Café L’Abri Côtier
171, rue du Bord de l'eau, Tadoussac

A picturesque village that comes alive in the summer, Tadoussac is a must-see for any traveller passing through the area. Take a break from the hustle and bustle by visiting Café l’Abri Côtier, a welcoming café where you can not only enjoy a good coffee but also soak up a breathtaking view of Tadoussac Bay. Sit outside with a book and savour the moment or sip your beverage as you walk along the boardwalk by the water. (This café offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.)

Le Manoir du Café
5, Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau

You can stop at Le Manoir du Café for a sandwich, bowl or snack, but the main reason to go there is for their coffee, obviously! This micro-roaster offers over 20 single and blended coffees, so you’re sure to find something you’ll like. And if you’re in the mood for something different, try Buddies, a carbonated cold brew flavoured with lemon and available in a can. If it’s a nice day, be sure to spend some time on their patio.

Îles de la Madeleine

Hook café
10, chemin de la Pointe, Havre-aux-Maisons

An outdoor company offering paddle boarding, kayaking and other outdoor adventures, Cindyhook Sports Aventure also has a sunny café area where you can enjoy a variety of beverages, including their unique coffee blend. They also offer light meals featuring local ingredients, which you can enjoy on their deck, only a stone’s throw from the shore. The sea breeze, the sound of the waves and the idyllic setting are sure to transport you to a place of blissful relaxation!

L’Îlot café-buvette
143-2, chemin Principal, Cap-aux-Meules

Opened in 2023, this café is a venue and gathering place for locals and visitors alike, satisfying their coffee cravings year-round. In addition to providing entertainment, this new space aims to be as eco-friendly as possible, offering a range of vegetarian and zero-waste options. Along with coffee options, the lunch menu includes microbrew beers and natural wines as well as sandwiches, salads and pastries, all of which you can enjoy while soaking up a magnificent view of the fishing harbour.

Eastern Québec is brimming with charming cafés run by friendly people who look forward to sharing their knowledge and love of coffee with you. On your next road trip through our regions, be sure to visit all these unique spots!