Quebec’s L’Gros Luxe Restaurant Closes Its Doors Permanently

Quebec’s vibrant dining scene continues to face challenges as L’Gros Luxe, a well-known restaurant, has announced its permanent closure. This decision comes amid declining patronage following a lackluster summer season.

L’Gros Luxe Closes Its Doors

On Tuesday morning, L’Gros Luxe shared the news of its closure on its Facebook page. The message expressed gratitude to patrons for their support and shared memories. The announcement stated, “It has been a true pleasure to serve you.”

History of L’Gros Luxe

• Originally opened in Montreal, L’Gros Luxe expanded to Quebec City in autumn 2015.
• Nicolas Parent acquired the restaurant in 2019 from the founding owner, Alex Bastide.

Reasons for Closure

According to Parent, the decision was made reluctantly due to several factors impacting profitability. He noted an ongoing decline in customer numbers, particularly from university students.

• Economic Factors: Increased unemployment rates among young adults (ages 16-24) contributed to fewer diners.
• Alcohol Consumption: There has been a general decline in alcohol consumption, which has a significant impact on restaurant revenue.
• Seasonal Challenges: Last summer’s terrace season did not meet expectations, and construction work in the area may have further deterred customers.

Broader Impact on Quebec’s Restaurant Scene

2026 has started on a challenging note for the restaurant industry in Quebec. Just the day before L’Gros Luxe’s announcement, Alentours, another popular spot, revealed its own closure while continuing to offer takeout until March.

Additionally, in recent weeks, three restaurants: Kraken Cru, Albacore, and Patente et Machin, also announced they would cease operations. Parent remarked on the difficulties restaurants face in maintaining profitability due to rising costs and regulatory changes, making it harder to sustain operations since the pandemic.

Future of L’Gros Luxe Locations

While the Quebec City location will close, L’Gros Luxe maintains other branches in Vieux-Longueuil and Victoriaville, which remain unaffected by this closure.

As the restaurant industry navigates these turbulent times, the hope remains that solutions will emerge to help sustain and revitalize this crucial sector.