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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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Reviews for Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal

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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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5.0

The menu is unique, with great food & lovely plating. Service was super friendly with bright & cheery staff. The price was more than reasonable too. Highly recommend it!

Mar 1, 2026
on Google

An amazing meal! We had the flat iron steak & the beef cheek, both were incredible. Outstanding service, perfect amount of attention. A little bit loud, but I guess that's because it's busy because it's so good. Highly recommend!

Jan 30, 2026
on Google

Loved my meal here!! I'm a pescatarian & the waiter was great at helping me navigate the menu. I ordered a crab cake style appetizer & a scallop & vegetable entree & both were incredible. The other photos I added are what my family got & also loved (meaty items). The desserts were excellent as well! Highly recommend!

Jan 7, 2026
on Google

We were really pleased with the exceptional service, the vibrant atmosphere & the dishes we had were very creative! I would highly recommend this restaurant if you're in Quebec City!

Sep 27, 2025
on Google

My friend & i went for lunch & it was SO GOOD, I highly recommend.

Jul 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Nous avons passé un moment merveilleux chez Chez Boulay le 15 juin 2025. En tant que touristes venus de Toronto, nous avons été ravis de découvrir une cuisine exceptionnelle - autant le plat de viande que l'option végétarienne étaient parfaitement préparés & savoureux. Le service était irréprochable du début à la fin : attentif sans être envahissant, & vraiment chaleureux.

Mention spéciale pour l'accueil réservé à notre petite fille - le personnel l'a traitée avec beaucoup de gentillesse & nous nous sommes sentis les bienvenus en famille, ce qui n'est pas toujours le cas dans un restaurant de cette qualité.

Il faut aussi souligner l'excellent rapport qualité-prix, surtout comparé à des restaurants équivalents à Toronto. Nous sommes repartis avec le sentiment que chaque dollar en valait la peine. Une adresse que nous recommandons vivement.

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We had a wonderful experience at Chez Boulay on June 15, 2025. As tourists from Toronto, we were delighted to discover such outstanding food - both the meat & vegetarian dishes were beautifully prepared & full of flavour. The service was excellent from start to finish: attentive without being intrusive, & genuinely warm.

A special mention for how kindly they treated our toddler daughter - they made us feel welcome as a family, which isn't always a given at a restaurant of this calibre.

The value for money was remarkable compared to similar dining in Toronto. We left feeling that every dollar was well spent. Highly recommended.

Jun 27, 2025
on Google

The beef cheek dish was absolutely amazing! So moist & flavorful & tender!! Highly Recommend it! Alex at the bar took great care of us.

May 19, 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

Wonderful experience! The food was amazing & the staff did a fantastic service for our friend's 60th birthday. Highly recommended!

Dec 13, 2024
on Google

Absolutely wonderful experience! The food & drinks were delicious!! The service was amazing & the atmosphere was very welcoming! Definitely in my top 5 favorite restaurants I've been to. Highly recommend! Expect to be there dining for at least 2-2.5 hours (which they actually mention on their website), but it's well worth it! Really take the time to enjoy the food & experience!

Oct 4, 2024
on Google