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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 Today at 5 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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Honnêtement ce n'était pas uniquement un souper mais une expérience culinaire en soit, Tout d'abord l'accueil chaleureux & nos deux serveurs ont grandement participé a cette expérience. Premièrement la présentaion du menu fait avec justesse & un peu d'humour nous mettent a l'aise immédiatement. Tout au long du service une touche d'humour lors des interactions ajoute au plaisirs d'être a cet établissement. La nourriture elle!! Succulente, créative, des oeuvres d'art dans chaque assiette. La sauce de leur short ribs de bison en entrée vaut a elle seule le déplacement. Le carpaccio de truite bobine est d'une légerté inattendue & d'un gout fantastique! Nous avons eu une magnifique soirée & si vous etes a Quebec , cet endroit vaut le deplacement vous ne serez pas décu. Merci Boulay-Bistro boréal!

Aug 11, 2025
on Google

As far as Michelin restos go, & I've dined in several in the world, I was underwhelmed. Highlight: the French onion soup was done in a very elevated way, warning it a chefs kiss from my friends! Also, the cavatelli pasta dish must be ordered by someone in your party! Perfectly al dente & the slightly creamy tomato vegetable sauce was delish!
The cod was fine, but not special, my fellow guests said the beef cheek, which the server said was the signature dish, was far too'mushy'
The ambience was mediocre & service was slightly abrupt.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google

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Best meal experience of my life! The harmony & taste of each plate is done to perfection. Not too many ingredients, & portion are generous. The French onion soup is out of this world, light & rich at the same time. Beef cheek is tender as butter! My partner had plates ``of the moment`` : a bison tataki so succulent with its blackcurrent compote & then the sturgeon on delicat bouillon. We have visited many good tables, but this one takes the cake!! Ho! & strawberry crème brulée, sea buckthorn tart are amazing as well. Staff is friendly yet polite. Ambiance is vibrant but not too noisy. The price is very fair for the quality/quantity of the food. In a nutshell, you absolutly have to go eat at Chez Boulay!!

Meilleur repas de ma vie! L`harmonie & le goût de chaque plat est réussi à perfection. Juste assez d'ingrédients & les portions sont généreuses. La soupe à l'oignon succulente, légère & riche en même temps! La joue de boeuf fond dans la bouche comme du beurre! Mon partenaire a choisi les plats ``du moment`` : un tataki de bison délicat & sa compote de cassis, puis l'esturgeon
reposant sur un bouillon clair savoureux, accompagné de légumes. Pas de chi-chi, seulement de la saveur parfaitement équilibrée à chaque bouchée. Nous avons visité plusieurs bonnes tables, mais celle-ci se démarque TELLEMENT!
La crème brulée aux fraises & la tarte à l'argousier : délicieux.
L'équipe service est amicale mais polie. L'ambiance est vibrante sans être trop bruyante. En bonus, le prix est très juste pour la qualité/quantité des plats. À vrai-dire : Chez Boulay est un incontournable!!

Jul 27, 2025
on Google
5.0

Delicious food, would recommend the onion soup, beef cheek, & scallops.

Jul 4, 2025
on Google

Soup was amazing, as was the lion's mane mushroom.

Jun 13, 2025
on Google

Excellent souper hier soir. Service impeccable de Jean-Michel avec d'excellentes suggestions autant au niveau de l'apéro que des entrées & repas.

May 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Experience was amazing. Food was delicious. Staff were very attentive. We enjoyed the onion soup cappuccino, beef tartare, fish cake appetizer, beef cheek main, & bison steak with fries.

May 5, 2025
on Google

Quelle beau souper, wow!!! Le serveur était souriant & professionnel & les saveurs étaient incroyable. L'endroit était chaleureux, nous le recommandons. Merci

Apr 27, 2025
on Google

Perfect! Despite my multiple allergies, I had amazing options & everything was delicious! Best carrot soup I have ever had 💕 Our waiter was attentive, kind & made fabulous recommendations! Best restaurant in Old Quebec! Thank you for helping make our visit relaxing & enjoyable!!

Apr 26, 2025
on Google

Very delicious food, especially the seasonal specials. The braised beef cheek is a classic, we also loved the tuna gravalax. Onion soup had a delicious foam. Best we've had in Quebec so far! Seabuckthorn tart was the best!

Mar 28, 2025
on Google