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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$$$ & $$$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 10 am
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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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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

Not overly fancy but outstanding food & a great wine list that is reasonably priced. My chicken dish was great & the unique twist on the French onion soup was outstanding. Plus waiter was very attentive.

Jul 4, 2022
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5.0

Souper parfait ! Merci :)

Jun 26, 2022
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5.0

On point. Service, price, & most importantly good that is charged in flavour & local terroir ... carrots baked in soil!:))) onion soup is a must. Have gone here every visit Quebec City - definitely Boulays best restaurant here!!

Jun 13, 2022
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5.0

A wonderful meal & fantastic service. Our favourites were the Pressed Chicken entree, Venison appetizer, French Onion soup & Maple Mille Feuile.

Jun 11, 2022
3.0

Expérience très décevante la semaine dernière à Québec lors d'un souper avec un grand groupe, servi par le restaurant Chez Boulay de l'hôtel Manoir Victoria. La nourriture était excellente. Toutefois, malgré un préavis de plusieurs jours d'allergies alimentaires, les serveurs ont été très impolis lorsque ma voisine de table leur a rappelé qu'elle ne pouvait pas manger la même chose que les autres vu ses allergies. Ils étaient carrément dérangés par sa demande & l'ont regardée comme si elle était une personne désagréable & difficile. Ils lui ont finalement servi un plat de riz, avec un poulet sans épices dessus. AUCUN LÉGUME (au même prix de 47$ par dessus le marché). & malgré que le poulet semblait sans épices, il y avait des traces de moutarde, à laquelle elle est allergique. Elle a été très malade. Ce n'est pas tout, je ne mange pas de viande depuis quelques années, car j'ai la maladie de khron, & ça ne me fait pas. J'avais avisé aussi quelques jours avant que je voulais une assiette végé. Ils m'ont fait la même réaction quand je leur ai dit que je ne voulais pas le poulet. Je lisais l'incompréhension & la colère dans leurs yeux. Bref, on s'est sentis traités comme des capricieux, alors que notre santé est en jeu. Leur repas était excellent (le sauté de champignons était fantastique). Mais c'est un gros zéro côté service. Il faut être sans jugement pour penser, en 2022, que dans un groupe de 90 personnes, tout le monde va manger la même assiette de poulet sans dire un mot.

Jun 10, 2022
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3.5

This was our second visit at this restaurant, the first time being 3 years ago. We were somewhat disappointed with the experience. The food was average at most & quite expensive overall. There are much better places to eat in Old Quebec for that same price & even less expensive.
Ambiance- the restaurant looks nice, the noise level is insane. We could barely hear each other talk which makes for not really a relaxing diner.
Food- Ok food but not enough to ever want to go back. They serve you bread & it is so hard you can barely chew it. We had onion soup, not done the traditional way which is ok to be creative but it really isnt very good. We had the beef cheek as the main meal, & it was just ok, overly salty & not that great. I had the crème brûlée for dessert & that really wasn't good. First, the top wasn't crunchy like it should be, it had a jam purée in it & the flavours just didn't work with the cream portion so that was 11$ badly spent.
Wine- They didn't have the wine we requested so that was a bit disappointing as well.
Service- the maître d' was not really nice & has major attitude. The waitress was very good & efficient.
Overall just not the experience I expect out of a 200$+ meal. This will be our last visit here

Jun 9, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Souper d'anniversaire pour mon conjoint, nourriture excellente comme le boudin, macreuse, je ne parle pas de la soupe à l'oignon qui est à tomber par terre. Le service excellent. Bravo à toute l'èquipe.

Jun 5, 2022
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4.5

Fantastic onion soup!! Great location, friendly staff.

Jun 1, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

notre retour chez Boulay après 2 ans a été une superbe expérience culinaire & un beau souper avec mon chum

May 28, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Antoine' great personality really made our dining experience an exceptional one! We ordered according to his recommendations & the cuisine was superb! The cappuccino onion soup, char carpaccio & cod were defs the stuff of legends!!!

May 26, 2022