Les Incompetents
Les Incompetents serves French-ish bistro and raw-bar cooking at 386 St Paul St, with craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and local sourcing.
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- Address
- 386 St Paul St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 3N2, Canada
- Phone
- +19053971134
- Website
- barlesincompetents.ca
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Canada’s 100 Best #17 in 2026
Canada’s 100 Best named Les Incompetents its Recommended Restaurant #17 for 2026. The French-ish bistro and raw bar focus gives dinner a defined lane before choosing from the seafood and bistro-leaning signatures.
Iberico pork, langoustines, and wine
Iberico pork with crispy fries, chilled langoustines, tuna ceviche, baked oysters, and puttanesca galette show the range. Craft cocktails and an extensive wine list fit a leisurely, upscale-casual dinner.
- Iberico pork with crispy fries
- chilled langoustines
- scallops
- tuna ceviche
- hamachi
- salmon trifle
- baked oysters
- chicken crepes
- puttanesca galette
Quick Comparison
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les IncompetentsThis venue — the venue you are viewing | French-ish Bistro & Raw Bar | $$$ | , | |
| oddBird. | Contemporary French Bistro with Local Niagara Ingredients | $$$ | , | Downtown St. Catharines |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Canada's 100 Best Recommended Restaurant #17
Canada's 100 Best
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Sophisticated
- Whimsical
- Cozy
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- After Work
- Historic Building
- Open Kitchen
- Craft Cocktails
- Extensive Wine List
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 4–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 4–11 PM
- Thursday
- 4–11 PM
- Friday
- 4–11 PM
- Saturday
- 4–11 PM
- Sunday
- 4–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Enchanting and meticulously designed with cozy yet sophisticated details, creating an environment well-suited for romantic evenings or lively gatherings with a vibey, fun atmosphere.
- Iberico pork with crispy fries
- chilled langoustines
- scallops
- tuna ceviche
- hamachi
- salmon trifle
- baked oysters
- chicken crepes
- puttanesca galette