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Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal Quebec RestoQuebec.ca
Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal Quebec RestoQuebec.ca
Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal Quebec RestoQuebec.ca
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Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal

Restaurant serving upmarket, seasonal Nordic bistro fare in a stylish, modern interior.
Old-Quebec
4.8$$$ & $$$$
OPEN11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
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Brunch: Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 1:30pm
RegionalBoréaleSeafood/FishHealthyBistroComfort FoodTartareWild GameGluten-free OptionsFrenchBrunchCateringGreat selection of winesPrepared Meals

About

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.

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Our 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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on Google4.7 (4500+)
*as of 2026-07-03
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Review Summary

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers a memorable dining experience characterized by its creative, high-quality boreal cuisine that highlights fresh and local ingredients. Guests frequently praise the exceptional service, noting that the staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, often providing helpful recommendations that elevate the meal. While the atmosphere is vibrant, stylish, and welcoming, it can occasionally become busy and lively. Many visitors consider it a must-visit destination in Quebec City, highlighting signature dishes like the onion soup and beef cheek as true standouts. Overall, the restaurant consistently delivers a refined culinary experience that earns strong recommendations for anyone seeking an authentic yet modern taste of local northern cuisine.
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Après avoir passé d'excellentes vacances dans Charlevoix, nous avons couronné le tout avec un dîner mémorable chez Boulay. L'ambiance était magnifique, mais le repas l'était encore plus.
La soupe à l'oignon, dont j'avais tant entendu parler, a largement été à la hauteur de sa réputation. Le sébaste était une excellente option pour les pescetariens. Ma compagne a savouré chacune des bouchées de son repas. Enfin, les desserts étaient généreux & parfaits pour partager.

Sep 16, 2025
on Google

Ordered Braised Beef Cheeks, & Scallops with Pork Belly Confit. Both were superbly prepared, presented, tender & flavourful. Had main courses only so cannot include review of Apps, salads, cocktails or desserts. We wish dense bread was served warm with olive oil & balsamic.

Sep 11, 2025
on Google

The experience here is top shelf. French & English are spoken welcomingly. There is a focus on local spirits & cocktails, with strong farm to table sourcing.
Our entrees were good portions, leaving room for their dessert. Our waitress provided great suggestions which we selected nearly every time.
This is a must visit, a find we discovered on our walking food tour which was also great!!

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

Jorge the Venezuelan is the most awesome waiter. He gave us wonderful from an awesome team from appetizer to dessert. Great service, great food! My family loves Quebec City. We will be back

Aug 18, 2025
on Google

Excellente expérience ! Un serveur avec de très bons conseils. Des plats succulents, seuls les desserts étaient un cran en dessous.

Aug 11, 2025
on Google
5.0

C'était notre deuxième visite… mais certainement pas la dernière!

Tout était impeccable : l'accueil chaleureux, le cadre agréable, la qualité de la cuisine. Dès notre arrivée, nous avons été reçus avec le sourire. Le menu est bien expliqué, les plats sont soigneusement présentés, & les saveurs sont fraîches & parfaitement équilibrées. Même mon conjoint, qui n'est habituellement pas amateur de poisson, a goûté (& adoré!) le flétan.

Même si les prix ne sont pas pour toutes les bourses, les portions généreuses & la qualité des ingrédients en valent la peine.

Un immense merci à Gabrielle pour son service attentionné, professionnel & plein de gentillesse. Nous avons aussi beaucoup apprécié la délicate attention lors du dessert pour souligner notre 4e anniversaire de couple: une belle touche qui a rendu notre soirée encore plus spéciale!

Aug 4, 2025
on Google

C'est toujours une expérience exceptionnelle de l'entrée au dessert. Définitivement mon restaurant préféré à Quebec. Lors de notre dernière visite, nous avons reçu l'excellent service de George. Ses suggestions étaient parfaites!

Jul 28, 2025
on Google

Excellent food & service. Everything was delicious & the front of staff were all friendly & one cohesive team- it was really busy when we were there & the servers helped each other when it got hectic. Our server took the time to explain the menu with great enthusiasm & his colleague explained more about local/Nordic food. We learned about labrador tea which paired well with my dessert & ended the night on a very comforting note.

Jul 9, 2025
on Google

Oh this restaurant has some of the best food I've ever had! Service is attentive & helpful. Food is phenomenal. We started with the shrimp as an appetizer. My partner had bison as the main & I had the scallops. It was one of the best meals. We ended off with two desserts, one was recommended by the server which is a berry meringue & the other was a chocolate opera cake. Both of them were really good. Highly recommend this restaurant!

May 19, 2025
on Google

Nous avons adoré tout le repas de l'entrée jusqu'au dessert. Georges, notre excellent serveur, nous a très bien conseillé pour l'accord mets vins. Nous avons eu un excellent service de sa part, malgré le fait que c'était sa première journée.

May 13, 2025
on Google