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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 11:30 am
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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 us

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.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal located?

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is located at 1110 Rue Saint-Jean, Quebec, G1R 1S4 in the neighborhood of Old-Quebec.

When is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open?

CLOSED NOW Opens Today at 11:30 am

Monday5 pm - 9:45 pm
Tuesday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Wednesday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Thursday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Friday11:30 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Saturday10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Sunday10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm
Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accept reservations?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accepts table reservations online.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer online ordering?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers online ordering for delivery.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a menu available?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal has 2 menus available to view.

What are the main cuisines at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?
What are the main features and amenities at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?
Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer gluten-free options?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers gluten-free options on their menu. If you have celiac disease or a gluten allergy, please notify the staff so appropriate precautions can be taken.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have outdoor terrace or patio seating?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal features an outdoor terrace / patio, perfect for open-air dining in season.

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Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal family and kid-friendly?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal welcomes families and children, offering a dining environment suitable for families.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a private room for group events or parties?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers a private room available for group dining, private parties, corporate meetings, and special celebrations. Contact the restaurant directly to discuss availability and group menus.

Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open on Sunday?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is open on Sunday.

Sunday hours: 10 am - 2 pm, 5 pm - 9:45 pm

Is Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal open on Monday?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal is open on Monday.

Monday hours: 5 pm - 9:45 pm

What payment methods are accepted at Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal accepts the following payment methods: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offer gift cards?

Yes, gift cards are available for purchase for Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal.

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have a website?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal has an official website. You can visit it here:

Does Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal have social media links?

Yes, Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal can be found on the following platforms:

How can I contact Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal?

You can reach Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal through the following channels:

Reviews for Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal

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on Google4.7 (4800+)
*as of 2026-09-22
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What reviews say

Chez Boulay - Bistro boréal offers a memorable culinary experience in Quebec City, celebrated for its creative menu that highlights unique boreal ingredients and local produce. Guests frequently praise the high quality of the food, with standout dishes such as the refined French onion soup, the tender braised beef cheek, and the expertly prepared halibut often mentioned as highlights. The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, welcoming, and relaxed, making it suitable for both special occasions and casual visits. While the service is largely highlighted as attentive, professional, and knowledgeable, the overall dining experience is widely regarded as excellent, providing great value and a genuine taste of the region that encourages many diners to return.
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N'hésitez pas à vous asseoir au bar pour une expérience plus personnelle. Nous avons choisi chez Boulay pour fêter nos 30 ans de vie commune & nous avons été agréablement charmés . Autant par le service que par les plats !!!! Nous reviendrons assurément!

Aug 23, 2026
on Google

Un excellent repas en famille avec une ambiance décontractée.Tres agréable.

Aug 20, 2026
on Google

Nice place to have dinner. Food was greatly presented & tasted good

Aug 19, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great service from Jean Michel & his team. Never felt rushed but also never ignored. He explained the menu to us with emphasis on the classics of the restaurant. My daughter ordered one of those: braided beef cheeks. She loved it. My wife & son ordered the flank steak; she ordered the beef & he ordered the bison. Both came medium rare, were perfectly cooked & enjoyed. I ordered the lamb duo. Also perfectly cooked & delicious. For dessert, we split a crème brûlée & a tart made from a Quebec berry. Both were great. Will put this on my list to recommend to anyone coming to Quebec City.

Aug 18, 2026
on Google

Vous recherchez une excellente adresse, pour un prix raisonnable, Vous êtes à la bonne place. & le service est agréable & à l'écoute du client.

Aug 18, 2026
on Google

My go to restaurant in Quebec city. The food is unfailingly good to great, the service attentive & thorough, & the atmosphere relaxed. On our recent visit, the onion soup (which I hesitated over because it's heavy for me as an entree) was sublime. The rest of the meal, bison, braised beef cheek, the halibut & pasta were each delicious & subtle. Dessert was creme brulee which can often be pretty boring, but this was not. I have never had a mediocre experience here. Highly recommended.

Aug 18, 2026
on Google

Deux agréables visites chez BBB, l'une dans la belle salle à manger, l'autre sur la terrasse. Dans les deux cas, nous avons très bien mangé & dans les deux cas, l'excellent flétan était à l'honneur. L'utilisation d'ingrédients de la nature boréale du Québec nous a permis de déguster des nouvelles saveurs & cela a été excitant & a été parfois surprenant. Le très bon pain est présenté de façon très originale! Monsieur Boulay est un des grands chef du Québec & nous sommes contents de pouvoir bénéficier de son expertise autant à l'émission de télé Les chefs que dans les assiettes de ce beau restaurant. Service agréable, compétent & connaissant. Bien hâte d'y retourner pour y déguster la soupe à l'oignon gratiné!

Aug 18, 2026
on Google

Très belle découverte concernant la cuisine boréale. Je recommande !

Aug 17, 2026
on Google
5.0

Bardzo smaczne jedzenie, dobra obs?uga i fajny klimat

Aug 14, 2026
on Google

We went one night for dinner on a lark & it was so good that we came back the next day first thing for brunch.

It's an understatement to say the food here is extremely good. The onion soup in particular was amazing but everything was great.

Despite the extremely good food, it's not quite fine dining. There are paper napkins, the waiters have stories about the food but it's more relaxed. The portions are filling (especially the meat dishes).

It's hard to really explain why it was good without sounding like I'm being paid. Maybe the truest thing I can say was that mid-way though the 30 dollar price fix lunch I started to feel a pang of real guilt, like it was so cheaper we were stealing from them. Honestly in NYC this place would be 4 times the price & you still wouldn't be able to get a reservation.

Although it doesn't matter to me much in terms of rating I will say that the staff were nice, attentive & funny.

Aug 13, 2026
on Google