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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.

Details

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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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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5.0

Every time we come to Chez Boulay we are consistently surprised. The restaurant is always so clean & bustling with happy customers. The vibe is classy yet fun & the food never disappoints! The host & our server were both so kind & accommodating to our lack of French language & provided us with assistance on their app as well as providing us with English menu's. We love this restaurant & highly recommend it to all!

Jul 26, 2021
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5.0

A wonderful meal with great service!
This restaurant is located on the popular St. Jean street so you also have a great people watching view.

Highly recommended !

Jul 17, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Fabulous food & amazing service. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner & would highly recommend.

Jul 2, 2021
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5.0

Wonderful food & very friendly & knowledgeable staff. We would highly recommend & look forward to visiting again

Mar 27, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Great food, amazing service & beautiful ambiance. Highly recommend it

Sep 27, 2020
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5.0

Delicious! Very accommodating for vegetarians & gave us great suggestions. We highly recommend & will return on our next visit to Quebec City.

Sep 19, 2020
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5.0

The service was professional but friendly. We appreciated the recommendations from our server for selections of food & drinks. There is a great selection of local food (north as the name Bistro Nordique implies) & wine. We had monteregie pear cider comme apéritif, pinot noir from germany, & liqueur d'amelanchier. Our appetizers were amazing (halibut ceviche, ancestral tomatoes) Beef jowl & scallop our main were great follow up to our appetizers. Dessert was the cherry on the top of our meal. It was the Forest, a chocolate ganache with forest ingredients. Great dining experience. Highly recommend.

Sep 3, 2020
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1 Review
5.0

One of our favorites! Consistently excellent food & service. Highly recommend!

Feb 14, 2020
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5.0

Our first meal in old Quebec did not disappoint. Excellent service, food & wine. Would highly recommend the cappuccino onion soup & creme brulee! Very pleased with the vegetarian options. We will return.

Feb 8, 2020