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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$$$ & $$$$
OPEN10 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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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

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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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Stephanie
5.0

C'est toujours une expérience exceptionnelle de l'entrée au dessert. Définitivement mon restaurant préféré à Quebec. Lors de notre dernière visite, nous avons reçu l'excellent service de George. Ses suggestions étaient parfaites!

Jul 28, 2025
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Illana
4.0

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
Polo
5.0

Message en français à la suite de ce commentaire.

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
Josée
5.0

Comme à chaque visite le mariage des saveurs était sublime, nous avons partagé la randonnée & la récolte du moment. La nourriture & & le service étaient parfait ! Merci pour une expérience toujours aussi agréable.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google
Francois
5.0

Que dire… Nous sommes tout simplement restés bouche bée devant les plats qu'on nous a servis.

Jul 27, 2025
on Google
Yannick
5.0

Nourriture & services exceptionnels!

Jul 19, 2025
on Google
Larry
5.0

very professional waitress

Jul 19, 2025
on Google
Fra
5.0

Une expérience incroyable 🤩

Jul 18, 2025
on Google
Nicole
5.0

C'est notre troisième visite chez Boulay Bistro & nous sommes toujours aussi satisfaits. Nourriture excellente, service impeccable. Nous y retournerons c'est certains. Une très bonne table à Québec.

Jul 18, 2025
on Google
Patrick
5.0

Je vais à ce restaurant quelques fois par année depuis au moins 10 ans & tout est parfait. Nourriture extraordinaire & service impeccable! Seul petit bémol, c'est relativement bruyant mais cela ne m'empêche pas d'y retourner!

Jul 12, 2025
on Google
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