Aliments du Québec for restaurateurs

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Get your commitment to local products recognized.

Aliments du Québec au menu

The Aliments du Québec au menu – Restaurant program recognizes establishments that highlight Québec foods on their menus.

Developed in 2014 by Aliments du Québec, in collaboration with the Association Restauration Québec (ARQ), it is intended for restaurateurs who are committed to sourcing locally and showcasing local products.

Membership is free. Discover the eligibility criteria, the program’s benefits, and the steps to have your menu recognized today.

How to be eligible for the program?

No matter what type of restaurant you are — whether a fine dining establishment, a neighborhood restaurant, a cafeteria, a food truck, a caterer, an inn or hotel restaurant, a restaurant chain, a seasonal establishment, an ice cream shop, etc. — you are welcome!

Establishments recognized by the Aliments du Québec au menu program commit to offering a predominantly Quebec-based menu: it must be composed of a minimum of 60% Quebec food products.

If you are not sure whether you meet the 60% threshold, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Contact us for personalized support.

The Benefits of Joining Aliments du Québec au menu

Affirm your commitment to local

With membership, you can:

Join a structured program established since 2014.
Benefit from the credibility and recognition of Aliments du Québec, a brand known throughout the province.
Become eligible for the Restaurateur Award, highlighting establishments that stand out for their commitment to local food.

Increase your visibility

With membership, you benefit from:

A listing in the Aliments du Québec online directory, consulted each year by tens of thousands of people looking for restaurants that showcase local food.
Visibility across numerous communication channels, including:
- Social media (+ 85,000 followers)
- Newsletter (+ 15,000 subscribers)
- Website and blog
- Photos, videos, and sponsored content
- Collaborations with industry partners
- Media coverage
Free promotion through various projects and initiatives.

Develop your offering and local sourcing

With membership, you gain access to:

Support to increase the presence of Quebec food products on your menu.
Discovery of local businesses and products suited to the HRI sector (hotels, restaurants, and institutions).

Create new business opportunities

With membership, take advantage of:

Networking opportunities with agri-food businesses, producers, processors, and suppliers.
Priority invitations to industry events and trade shows.
The Aliments du Québec partner network.

The more actively you engage with the program, the more you benefit!

Join today for free

Prix restaurateur

The Prix restaurateur highlights restaurants that stand out through their actions and commitment to sourcing, using, and showcasing Québec foods to their customers.

Discover the Prix restaurateur

How to join Aliments du Québec au menu?

1. Registration and activation of your profile

2. Submission of information for review

Once your profile has been created, you will need to provide the following information:

your menu
the name of your suppliers*

Note: The term “supplier” refers to a Québec producer or a company that fully processes its product in Québec. If the establishment sources from a distributor (for example GFS, Sysco, Dubé Loiselle, Colabor, or others), you must provide the name of the producer or processor, in addition to the distributor’s name, where applicable.

3. Menu analysis

To be eligible for the program, your establishment must demonstrate an annual sourcing of at least 60% Québec ingredients*.

The analysis of your menu is entirely handled by our specialized team, based on the documents you provide. We consider raw products, house-made items, or products from local processors, whether or not they carry one of the Aliments du Québec certification marks.

The more information you provide, the more accurately the evaluation will reflect your commitment to local sourcing.

*If the 60% threshold is not reached, our team will be able to provide guidance.

4. Official recognition

5. Annual renewal

To maintain your recognition in the program, it is important to update your menu and your list of suppliers each year.

Also remember to update your restaurant profile (text, photos) displayed in our online directory, as well as your contact information if members of your team change. This helps us represent you accurately and maximize your visibility.