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Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal

Restaurant serving upmarket, seasonal Nordic bistro fare in a stylish, modern interior.

Old-Quebec
4.8$$$ & $$$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11:30 am
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Brunch: Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 1:30pm
RegionalBoréaleSeafood/FishHealthyBistroComfort FoodTartareWild GameGluten-free OptionsFrenchBrunchCateringGreat selection of winesPrepared Meals

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About us

With their rigorous climate marked by a distinct seasonal cycle, northern territories are gifted with unique fauna and flora adapted to their extreme reality: game, fresh water fish, wild fruit, forest mushrooms, lichen… inspired by these unique elements, a rising number of chefs are exploring this once neglected exceptional culinary legacy.

In Quebec, Jean-Luc Boulay and Arnaud Marchand, supported by a passionate team, have been standing up to the challenge of inventing quebec inspired northern cuisine since 2012. Connecting the abundant proximity of boreal forests and the exceptional quality of local products, they salvage amidst french techniques to favour a true encounter of flavours. Local, healthy and inventive, the Northern cuisine from Quebec expresses within each bite the very best of our emerging culinary tradition.

Specialties

Willd Game - Fish - Regional - Boreal cuisine

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 120 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 1:30pm
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal located?

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is located at 1110 Rue Saint-Jean, Quebec, G1R 1S4 in the neighborhood of Old-Quebec.

When is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open?

CLOSED NOW Opens Tomorrow at 11:30 am

Monday5 pm - 9:45 pm
Tuesday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Wednesday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Thursday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Friday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Saturday10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Sunday10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accept reservations?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accepts table reservations online.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer online ordering?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers online ordering for delivery.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a menu available?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal has 2 menus available to view.

What are the main cuisines at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?
What are the main features and amenities at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?
Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer gluten-free options?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers gluten-free options on their menu. If you have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, please notify the staff so appropriate precautions can be taken.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have outdoor terrace or patio seating?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal features an outdoor terrace / patio, perfect for open-air dining in season.

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Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal family and kid-friendly?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal welcomes families and children, offering a dining environment suitable for families.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a private room for group events or parties?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers a private room available for group dining, private parties, corporate meetings, and special celebrations. Contact the restaurant directly to discuss availability and group menus.

Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open on Sunday?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is open on Sunday.

Sunday hours: 10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm

Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open on Monday?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is open on Monday.

Monday hours: 5 pm - 9:45 pm

What payment methods are accepted at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accepts the following payment methods: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer gift cards?

Yes, gift cards are available for purchase for Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a website?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal has an official website. You can visit it here:

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have social media links?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal can be found on the following platforms:

How can I contact Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?

You can reach Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal through the following channels:

Reviews for Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal

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on Google4.7 (4800+)
*as of 2026-09-22
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What reviews say

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers a memorable culinary experience in Quebec City, celebrated for its creative menu that highlights unique boreal ingredients and local produce. Guests frequently praise the high quality of the food, with standout dishes such as the refined French onion soup, the tender braised beef cheek, and the expertly prepared halibut often mentioned as highlights. The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, welcoming, and relaxed, making it suitable for both special occasions and casual visits. While the service is largely highlighted as attentive, professional, and knowledgeable, the overall dining experience is widely regarded as excellent, providing great value and a genuine taste of the region that encourages many diners to return.
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1 Review
3.5

Competent, nice service but the were too busy for him to pay enough attention to us. Salad came out the same time as entree & waited 30 minutes for check. Cheese plate & entrees were excellent, dessert wasn't in same league. Solid wine by glass program.

Oct 12, 2023
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1 Review
3.0

In general, we were disappointed with the food. The lamb entree I ordered had quite a bit of fat, & my daughters pasta dish was small & unbalanced with too many mushrooms & hardly any pasta. We tried an ice cream sandwich dessert which was interesting but not very satisfying for someone with a sweet tooth. All in all, just not as good as we had expected.

Oct 11, 2023
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1 Review
3.5

La qualité des pièces était irréprochables, par contre 2 des 4 plats était pas chaud & un de ceux ci même froid. Le serveur nous la changer & offert un dessert compensation. N'empêche qu'un resto de cette réputation je m'attendais à ce que type de bévues n'arrive pas. Que dire du retrait des couverts par un autre serveur, qui n'a rien d'un garçon de table. Prendre le pic à pain le mettre dans l'assiette qui est toujours devant la personne & par la suite empiler les assiettes à pain une par dessus l'autre sur la table. Ce n'ai sûrement pas ce que M Boulay aurait apprécié. Pour terminer la musique « d'ambiance n'avais rien d'ambiance.

Oct 11, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Boulay is a restaurant where the staff clearly cares about the diner experience. The food is cleverly conceived, the staff is attentive & the space is lively. This is our second time eating at Boulay & the Nordic-inspired boreal cuisine is something that the kitchen is serious about, including what I called a 'risky' dessert, the seabuckthorn meringue pie, which was beautifully made & had a curious flavor that was animalic & durian-like, but not in a bad way (I couldn't stop eating it because it was something I know we'll never have again).
Artful & thoughtful plating, intense flavors (every dot or swish was meaningful & stood on its own).
The cocktail with menaud & amernoir was outrageously good. Yes, we will recommend Boulay, & we'll be jealous of those who take us up on the recommendation.
Thank you for making our dinner a memorable experience & keep up the high level of cooking & service.

Oct 11, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

This was out 3rd visit to Chez Boulay & it has exceeded expectations every time. It is one of the best restaurants in Canada. The food is memorable & the staff are all well trained, professional, friendly & engaged. They made us feel that they were glad to have us there. On top of all that, the food is still the centre piece of this restaurant. We tried several dishes including appetizers & desserts & they were all excellent. We will be back the next time we visit Quebec City.

Oct 5, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

We should have dined with you every night! The food was delicious! The seared foie gras was excellent that we ordered another for dessert!
Melanie was the best server & tended to our every need! We will definitely return & will tell our friends!

Oct 5, 2023

Fish & scallops were tasty & well garnished. Dessert was spot on thanks to our waitress recommendation. Great service & would like to try out other dishes next visit.

Oct 4, 2023
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1 Review
4.0

Musique trop forte & 2 desserts bien ordinaires : pudding chômeur & crème brûlée: pas à la hauteur de votre réputation. Le personnel avait l'air très nerveux en salle.......bon vin de la région de Sandbanks. Macreuse & pétoncles délicieux

Oct 4, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Tout était délicieux, de l'entrée au dessert! Le service était impeccable! Bravo à toute l'équipe!

Oct 3, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Un bruit infernal mesuré à 85 décibels nous avons été déçus de devoir manger dans un bruit , hurlements, d'un groupe adjacent à notre table, c'est honteux de ne pas avertir ses clients du bruit généré par les tables de Repas de congrès, de ce fait nous n'avons pas pris nôtre dessert pour se mettre au calme au plus vite .
Mauvaise expérience & mauvais souvenir.

Sep 27, 2023