LOCAL ROOTS
LE PETIT-CHAMPLAIN
And Carrera Café: a Quebec story
History & territory • 6 min read
Settling in Petit-Champlain was an obvious choice. This cobblestone and stone neighborhood, the oldest in North America, resonates with what Carrera Café embodies: artisanal quality, authenticity, and the passion for doing things well.
THE PLACE
THE OLDEST COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Old Quebec since 1608
The Petit-Champlain district has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985. Its narrow streets, stone houses, and Casse-Cou staircase make it one of the most photographed places in Canada. It is also one of the liveliest neighborhoods, where local artisans and unique shops have coexisted for centuries.
Some landmarks
FOUNDED
1608
UNESCO HERITAGE
Since 1985
NEIGHBORHOOD
Lower Town
THE CHOICE
WHY HERE
A shared set of values
Le Petit-Champlain has something few neighborhoods have: a soul. Visitors come for authenticity, not for anonymous chains. Carrera Café shares this philosophy: we prefer one carefully crafted place over ten interchangeable locations.
The clientele
Curious tourists, visiting Quebecers, Old Quebec professionals. A diversity that enriches every day behind the bar.
The atmosphere
Exposed stone, wooden beams, natural light. A space where specialty coffee finds its natural setting.
THE ECOSYSTEM
OUR ARTISAN NEIGHBORS
One neighborhood, one community
Le Petit-Champlain is also an ecosystem of artisans and creators that Carrera Café is proud to be part of. Our local product menu reflects these collaborations.
Our local partners
CHARCUTERIE
Charlevoix Organic Charcuterie — 100% organic products, free-range raised
CHEESE SHOP
Quebec Cheeses — selection of artisanal cheesemakers from the province
BAKERY
Borderon et Fils Bakery — sourdough breads and artisanal pastries
VISIT US
HOW TO FIND US
Old Quebec, Lower Town
ADDRESS
Petit-Champlain District
ACCESS
Casse-Cou Staircase or funicular
PARKING
Place D'Youville
HOURS
See carreracafe.ca
CAN'T COME?
WE DELIVER ALL OVER QUEBEC
Our specialty coffees are available online with fast delivery. Order from Quebec or anywhere in Canada.
ORDER ONLINE
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