Caméline
French

Caméline

4.8 (424 reviews)
← Hintonburg
Dine-in

ABOUT

This French bistro in Gatineau’s historic Saint-Jacques district offers classic French cuisine in a cozy, intimate setting. With a strong beverage program featuring craft beers, wines, and cocktails, plus coffee service, it caters to different dayparts and occasions. Outdoor seating is available in warmer months, and the 4.8-star rating reflects consistent execution and reliable service.

HOURS

Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday (today) 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

♿ Accessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating ✓ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in
⭐ Popular For
✓ Dinner ✓ Groups
🥗 Offerings
✓ Beer ✓ Wine ✓ Cocktails ✓ Coffee
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom ✓ Outdoor seating
👥 Crowd
✓ Groups
📅 Planning
✓ Accepts reservations
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free street parking ✓ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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James Hall
February 14, 2026
★★★★★

The second time visiting was just as amazing as the first. The pre-Valentine dinner was outstanding. Words are not enough, yet my date was amazed. Awesome dining experience and will return.

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Tracie
November 28, 2025
★★★★★

Truly one of the best dining experiences! The food was absolutely delicious , everything was so well balanced with thoughtful, clean flavors that really stood out. You can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. I’m already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend.

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Anthony Nguyen
October 8, 2025
★★★★★

Had a fantastic experience dining here. The server was very helpful and timing of service felt standard. The overall vibe of the place is warm and cozy, like getting a hug from someone you’ve been crushing on.

I ordered the focaccia and the rabbit cappelacci and both were incredible. The focaccia was soft and airy, yet had a fantastic crust. Literally felt like eating clouds the way you’d think eating clouds feel like. It paired well with the honey butter. The rabbit cappelacci was well balanced in flavor beautifully plated. It was a flavor warhead somehow packed into a simple little pasta.

I wasn’t able to fit in desert, but I am definitely coming back here another time for it.

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Dave
September 6, 2025
★★★★★

Our friends in Gatineau booked the four of us into this lovely local restaurant described as “inspired by the purism of authentic Italian cuisine”.

We really loved the restaurant: it had a great ambience and we were warmly welcomed and served by an excellent waiter – we really enjoyed his service.

The menu is short, but is very creative and it was quite difficult to chose. But, I went for:

– Alla Norma Beans: garlic vinaigrette, crispy eggplant, ricotta salata

Followed by:

– Cavatelli Salsiccia: sausages, Nduja, broccolini, parmigiano reggiano

The portions were generous and the plates nicely presented. The beans were beautifully al dente and the dish, like the pasta, was bursting with flavour. The cavatelli dish was rich and perfectly spicy. Both dishes were really satisfying.

I loved it! Accompany all this with great company and it was a perfect evening!

(Also posted to my food blog on Instagram @AbbeyKing16)

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Matthew Kelley
August 22, 2025
★★★★★

We went for dinner on a Wednesday and sat on the patio. If you are able to sit on the patio, I’d recommend it! The food was wonderful and the service was great too (service and menus offered in English and French). There was a great drink selection as well. I’d recommend the scallop crudo!

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🥗 Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Confirmed Patio
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Confirmed Full Bar
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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