"Battuto stands out in Quebec City’s landscape for its minimalist, refined approach to Italian cuisine. Young, dynamic owners Guillaume St-Pierre, Paul Croteau, and Pascal Bussières take a neo-bistro approach, executing classic Italian dishes with French twists. Like any Italian nonna, the restaurant makes its bread, pasta, and sauces from scratch every day. Reservations are mandatory for most of the year (and hard to get), but drop-ins are welcome exclusively for the summer patio." - Allison Van Rassel