Monday

2 pm - 9 pm

Tuesday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday

12 pm - 9 pm

Sunday

4 pm - 9 pm

About

Grillades Pico Loco centers its culinary identity on the robust preparation of authentic Portuguese charcoal-grilled meats. Succulent whole chickens are marinated in traditional piri-piri spice blends, yielding a smoky exterior and tender, flavorful flesh that defines the core menu. Accompaniments like hand-cut fries and fresh vegetable salads provide classic balance to the rich, charred profiles of the protein offerings. The atmosphere emphasizes a functional, high-output approach to Mediterranean grilling that prioritizes speed and intense flavor extraction. Diners experience the unmistakable aroma of open-flame cooking as intense heat transforms simple ingredients into savory staples. This establishment maintains a commitment to the foundational techniques of Iberian cookery, ensuring every plate reflects a consistent dedication to the craft of the grill through meticulous flame management and quality ingredient selection.

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Grillades Pico Loco offers a welcoming atmosphere in Quebec City that many visitors describe as warm, casual, and family-friendly. Guests frequently praise the flavorful, charcoal-grilled chicken and homemade sauces, often noting the generous portion sizes and reasonable pricing that provide excellent value. While some diners mention occasional delays in service or inconsistencies regarding the authenticity of certain dishes like paella, the majority of reviews highlight the attentive and kind nature of the staff. Many patrons appreciate the restaurant as a standout local spot, with the freshly prepared grilled meats and accommodating hospitality ensuring that it remains a highly recommended destination for those seeking a tasty, heartfelt meal.

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Ashley

5.0

Really enjoyed the chicken, fries & coleslaw. Nice staff & you can bring your own alcohol. We ate here while visiting Quebec city.

Sep 16, 2023

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Carolina

5.0

Great food & service for an excellent price! Arrive early. Great to go with family & friends!

Sep 2, 2023

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5.0

Délicieux, comme toujours!

Aug 26, 2023

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Mark

2.0

Food was overall very good but white meat of chicken a bit try. I can't give this place more than 2 stars tho due to the service. I'm an American that travels abroad regularly. I ordered rice & they gave me fries. When I politely asked for what I ordered, I was mocked & told "everyone makes mistakes" implying that I couldn't remember my own order. I was with my wife & 2 year old & 4 year old (I wasn't some drunk off the street). It wasn't until I threatened to leave a bad review that the owner begrudgingly gave us what we ordered. As I was leaving, I tried to tell the owners the food was excellent & they ignored me. They rationed out tiny ketchups to us & 1 napkin at a time. They then proceeded to mock my family to other diners before we exited (again a 2 year old & 4 year old). I guess if you're a local then maybe a different experience, but I wouldn't come back here & wouldn't recommend other Americans to either...

Aug 26, 2023

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Alain

5.0

C'est le meilleur poulet en ville, tendre & juteux & les accompagnements sont savoureux. Ce fut un plaisir de manger dans ce resto.

Aug 26, 2023

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AudreyMi-119

1 Review

5.0

Service & repas excellent !!

J'en rêve encore, un délice. C'est sure que je vais y retourner.

Oct 12, 2021

DianeMar-242

1 Review

5.0

Très rare qu'on puisse donner 5 étoiles, mais à Québec, le Poulet Portugais sur St-Jean est ma place favorite sur tous les points. Le poulet & sa petite sauce est à rêver & me fait rouler les yeux de bonheur, les frites sont de très loin les meileures à Québec & j'adore les banquettes, l'atmosphère, les gens qui y travaillent. Super professionnels.

Mar 29, 2021

AnnetteBoi-571

1 Review

4.0

MERCI!!!
Très bon poulet !!

Votre sauce épicée excellente!!

Ça fesait longtemps que je n'avais pas manger de poulet portugais!!

Obrigado!!

Dec 5, 2020

FinmarsLo-298

1 Review

5.0

Depuis plusieurs années que je déguste mes repas à ce restaurant. Le poulet y est savoureux & toujours bien cuit, tendre & juteux. Très bon rapport qualité prix à comparer avec certaines autres chaines de poulet !
Services de qualité, personnel toujours souriant & attentionné ! Il m'est arrivé d'aller sans réservation & malgré que tout était plein, j'ai réussi à avoir une table pour 2 ! Le poulet extra & que dire de la salade de choux ! Je prends toujours moins de frites pour augmenter la salade, un délice !
Merci pour ce Poulet Portugais !

Mar 21, 2018

SimonPo-149

1 Review

3.0

Nourriture extra. Mais maudît ça A l'air dure sourire !! Pour ma part j'y retournerez plus moi & ma
Conjointe on c'est quasiment senti de trop dans ce Resto.

Du coup .. On a réussi à lui arracher un sourire en partant !! Alors y a Quand meme du bon dans toute CA !

Aug 16, 2016

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