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Le Saint-Amour

Historic charm and refined French gastronomy define every evening spent under our signature glass roof.

Old-Quebec
4.8$$$ & $$$$
OPEN5:30 pm - 10:30 pm
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FrenchRegionalMarketSeafood/FishVegetarianGluten-free OptionsFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesTasting Menu

About

Founded in 1978 by Jacques Fortier and Jean-Luc Boulay, Le Saint-Amour has become an iconic institution in Quebec City, embodying the influence of Quebec gastronomy. Offering haute French cuisine inspired by exceptional regional products, renowned chef Jean-Luc Boulay and his team combine traditional know-how and modern techniques to pay tribute to local producers and offer a gourmet, refined and unique gastronomic experience.

Le Saint-Amour is ranked among the top 10 favourite fine dining restaurants in Canada by travellers, according to TripAdvisor (2014, 2015, 2016 and 2020 Travellers' Choice Awards). Our wine cellar , housing over 15,000 carefully selected bottles, is also among the top 10 wine selections in Canada, with prestigious vintages from all over the world. Over the years, we have had the honour of welcoming renowned celebrities, such as Sir Paul McCartney, Sting, Alicia Keys, Johnny Hallyday, Charles Aznavour, and many others, who have chosen Le Saint-Amour during their stay in Quebec City.

Le Saint-Amour was awarded 4 stars by the prestigious Debeur Guide and was crowned Restaurant of the Year in 2011. This recognition is in addition to the many distinctions received by Chef Jean-Luc Boulay : Chevalier de l'Ordre national du Québec in 2024, the highest honorary distinction awarded by the Quebec government, Maître Cuisinier de France, Officier de l'Ordre du Mérite Agricole de France medal, Governor General of Canada's Award for the Arts of the Table, as well as the Prix Hommage Renaud-Cyr. Also recognized for his dedication to passing on his knowledge, Chef Boulay shares his passion with new generations, notably as a permanent judge on the show Les Chefs! , broadcast on Radio-Canada since 2010 and with 13 seasons to date.

An essential address in Old Quebec for local gastronomes and gourmet travelers, Le Saint-Amour embodies excellence and the quest for a culinary experience that is both surprising and unforgettable on a daily basis.

Details

Our Specialties

Foie gras, local products, wine list, dessert

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
Our cellar contains one of the 10 largest wine selection in Canada !
Private rooms (from 16 to 85 seats). Personalized menus for groups.

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Reviews for Le Saint-Amour

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on Google4.5 (1000+)
*as of 2026-08-11
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Review Summary

Le Saint-Amour offers a celebrated culinary journey marked by exquisite traditional French cuisine, particularly noted for its exceptional foie gras and perfectly executed main courses. The dining environment, especially within the stunning glass roof atrium, creates a romantic and memorable atmosphere that many guests find to be a highlight of their time in Quebec City. While the vast majority of visitors enjoy impeccable and attentive service, experiences can occasionally vary depending on the busy nature of the evening. Overall, the restaurant remains a premier destination for those seeking a sophisticated gastronomic experience featuring creative, high-quality dishes and an impressive wine selection.
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1 Review
5.0

Nos attentes sont toujours très élevées & vous êtes toujours à la hauteur.

Sep 4, 2021
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1 Review
3.0

Service décevant. Nous avions réservé une table à 19h30 & sommes arrivés à 19h15; pour abréger le tout, nous avons réglé la facture à 10:30.

Nous avons opté pour le menu dégustation à 135 $ pour 7 services. L'attente était interminable entre chaque service & l'effet « Wow » du début c'est transformé en une déception totale. Après le quatrième service, nous avions déjà hâte de quitter.
Certes le serveur s'est excusé à la fin mais le mal était fait.
& de plus, le serveur (Stéphane) a osé me collecter trois dollar pour le café que j'ai pris en surplus. Vraiment décevant & je suis certain que le service reçu n'était pas digne d'un tel restaurant.

Sep 4, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Excellente nourriture, excellents cocktails & vins, service impeccable.

Sep 4, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent ! Belle expérience gastronomie, belle ambiance & excellent service!
Merci à toute l'équipe!

Sep 3, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Tout était parfait ! Mon restaurant préféré ❤️

Sep 3, 2021
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1 Review
3.0

My rating of this restaurant regrettably reflects the experience rather than the meal itself. The meal was excellent. The service: insulting. My wife & I arrived in a suit & dress, her with an expensive designer coat & handbag. I am not sure what thoughts were going through our server's mind when he first saw us, but his eyes kept moving up & down over our bodies, evaluating. It was uncomfortable. No one asked to take my wife's coat, she had to request it to be hung. We were asked for our drink preferences just as we were seated. No wine list offered. When we requested first to see the list before deciding, our server responded that he would explain everything & offer us the right pairing for our meal. We chose to start with champagne as it was the 'easiest' (familiar) choice absent a list to read. While the first glass was being poured (oh, & look at the insulting size of the pour in the photo attached), already we were being pressured to make our next selections to accompany or appetizers & mains. The sever seemed to assume we don't know anything about wine, & he didn't listen as we tried to convey over our preferences; he just told us what he felt was "right" for the courses. We were pressed also to indulge in the seven-course fixed menu plus wine pairing. This way too intense for the first few minutes of sitting down, barely with menu in hand! & long as this review already is, this is just the start. Each interaction, the server tried to upsell us. & yet we also felt that he was condescending. My wife has a garlic allergy. She was told 'Well this is a French restaurant, garlic comes with the territory'. Should we understand this to mean she is unwelcome? While the kitchen did accommodate, already we felt shamed for her allergy. It is unclear if his treatment was because he felt us imposters (we look quite young), like we're trying to "play" fancy... & yet—especially if this is our big dress-up night out—shouldn't we feel special? We enjoyed the meal itself tremendously, but twice our plates were cleared while they still had food without asking & before we could react. I even commented the second occasion; no acknowledgment. We even tipped over 12% on the pre-tax total despite not enjoying the service, & we received a look of disdain. We should have tipped nothing, but how awkward when we still need our coat? Over 350 CAD before factoring the tip. Our palates were satisfied, but the night somehow spoiled. How unfortunate.

Sep 3, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Ce fut une soirée parfaite ! Le service exceptionnel comme à l'habitude & les plats plus que succulents & raffinés! Un pur bonheur !! Bravo à toute l'équipe

Sep 2, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Créativité ..Qualité..Plaisir. (Cela se paye naturellement.) Service aux table exceptionnel; à la limite trop. Car notre serveur principal était légèrement
moins chaleureux à la fin qu'au début..(Mais les masques cachent les sourires!). J'enlève une étoile, car je pensais qu'à notre arrivée hâtive nous serions dans la grande salle .Mon habillement 'vacances' en était peut-être aussi la cause.
Le lecteur de cette chronique a deviné que je serai quand même de retour au St-Amour quand mon budget de vieux se sera rétablit.
Il faut y amener les êtres chers. LPR

Sep 2, 2021
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1 Review
1.5

Beautiful restaurant setting. Very limited menu. Hard for us to find anything we wanted. They were out of halibut & substituted cod. No vegetables or salads offered. Food was fancy but not flavorful. Desserts were pretty but again not flavorful. I know it's a popular spot but not for me. Also the service was slow. 30 minutes till we even got a drink.

Sep 2, 2021
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1 Review
5.0

Service impeccable & courtois reception tres conviviale.les services delicieux & petites attentions tres apprécié.. L ambiance formidable.on se sent vraiment bien on va y re tourne

Sep 1, 2021