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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
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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

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Capacity: 120 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 1:30pm
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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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Emilee
5.0

Delicious & unique cuisine! Highly recommend! The halibut & sea buckthorn dessert were some of our favorites of our trip!

Jun 17, 2026
on Google
Brian
5.0

Absolutely wonderful experience. Duck fous gras & Québec cheese plate were wonderful starters. Flat iron steak & braised beef cheeks were out of this world: tender, perfectly prepared. The PRICKLY ASH MOUSSE WITH ÎLE D'ORLÉANS BLACKCURRANT HEART
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OUR HIVES' HONEY ICED PARFAIT, CEREAL MILK CRÈME ANGLAISE we're an excellent way to end the meal. Our server was great & explained everything to us. Highly recommend.

Jun 12, 2026
on Google
Linda
5.0

What a fabulous brunch! I would give them 10 stars if I could! The food was exquisite, the service was attentive without being overbearing, the atmosphere is delightful. I highly recommend Chaz Boulay to anyone visiting Quebec!

Jun 1, 2026
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Jeffery
5.0

Awesome restaurant. Very friendly staff with excellent food quality. Personal favorite would be the beef cheek. The onion soup is special with the foam on top. I would highly recommend this to everyone.

May 30, 2026
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Em
4.0

The food was incredible! A perfect 5 stars. They change their menu 4-5x per year & I only wish I lived closer so I visit each time. The only reason I gave 4 stars was because of the service. We ordered an appetizer with our mains, but our mains came out first. When we mentioned the missing appetizers, the waiter who brought out our food said they never received an order for the appetizer. They took back our mains & put in the order for the app. This was all fine but it took us a while to get our food because of this. The waitress who took our initial order seemed absent minded, lost & not really paying attention. When it was time to order dessert our waitress took 20 minutes to come back for our order even though our menus were closed & we were trying to get her attention. She passed by our table several times purposefully avoiding eye contact with us. That being said the desserts were absolutely incredible! I highly recommend the creme brûlée & goat cheese cremeux.

May 6, 2026
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Michael
5.0

Visited from Toronto.

This is a great, chic & elegant restaurant in Quebec City. It has great Quebec style dishes, drinks & dessert.

We really enjoyed the carpaccio appetizer & the fish main dish!

Our server Floron was phenomenal & provided excellent & funny service during our dinner. Highly recommend!

May 5, 2026
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Juan
5.0

The restaurant Chez Boulay was a wonderful experience.
During my stay in Quebec, I wasn't specifically looking for restaurants like this, so discovering it was a great surprise. This is not your typical diner - it's a true restaurant where the product is treated with care, & where the knowledge & technique in the kitchen are evident.
I had the onion soup & the beef cheeks. The onion soup is very original, presented like a coffee, with the bread & cheese on the side resembling toast. Beyond the presentation, the flavor is excellent. The beef cheeks, on the other hand, are rich, well-balanced, & full of depth.
What truly completes the experience is the service. I'd especially like to highlight Florian, the waiter who served me, for his attentive, friendly, & highly professional approach. When the food is already outstanding, this level of service elevates everything even further.
A highly recommended restaurant for anyone looking to enjoy a genuine fine dining experience.

May 1, 2026
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Peter
5.0

Delicious food! The beef cheek was tender & the sauce was so good! Also enjoyed the foie gras & the seal meatloaf. Highly recommend for high quality food at a reasonable price!

Apr 18, 2026
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J-F
5.0

Wow, staff is really knowledgeable & willing to make your experience the best one. They were able to provide lots of choices for coeliac people. Highly recommend!

Mar 30, 2026
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Laura
5.0

Delicious!!! Best foie gras & char we've ever had. Beautiful atmosphere. Our waiter Jean-Francois was excellent. Highly recommend.

Mar 3, 2026
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