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Maison Jean-Alfred Moisan

699 rue Saint-Jean, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 1P7, Canada
(418) 522-0685
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Ranked #40 of 101 attractions in Quebec City
Type: Historic Sites, Speciality Shops
Most recent review
- 6 Sep 2012
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wellington, fl
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211 reviews 211 reviews
47 attraction reviews
93 helpful votes 93 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2012

This store is a slice of history; but, I would not advise making maple sugar purchases here (you can do better at the Farmer's Market) and even an interesting salt I purchased was $2 more than at a shop down the street! Isles are narrow, so it can be crowded and the merchants didn't seem very welcoming at all. Seems... More

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New York
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66 reviews 66 reviews
6 attraction reviews
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2012

This became our favorite stop for lunch or a snack, which usually consisted of a fresh baguette, cheese and a capuccino. A seating area provides a place to rest your feet and watch the people go by. Located just a few blocks from the walls of Vieux Quebec it's worth a visit and especially if you love gourmet food. .

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Elmsdale, Nova Scotia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Oldest grocery store in North America! The Inn we stayed at recommended we purchase our maple products here, and they were so right! We bought big bottles of maple syrup at a really decent price. Lots of local jams,maple products, wide selection of teas and cheeses, and general grocery items to choose from. It is a must, even if just... More

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Monterey, California
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46 reviews 46 reviews
12 attraction reviews
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2011

This shop is located on the popular Rue Saint-Jean, which caters to a mix of locals and tourists. Maison Jean-Alfred is located just a few blocks up the hill from the walls of Vieux Quebec and is within easy walking distance of the old quarter. It was founded in 1871 by J.A. Moisan as a grocery store specializing in fine... More

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Quebec City, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013
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Sept-Iles
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012
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Quebec City, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
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Quebec City, Canada
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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