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Le SAM Bistro Évolutif RestoQuebec.ca
Le SAM Bistro Évolutif RestoQuebec.ca
Le SAM Bistro Évolutif RestoQuebec.ca
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Le SAM Bistro Évolutif

Located in the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac Hotel
Old-Quebec
4.3$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11:30 am
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Our “evolutionary Bistro”, whose name is inspired by the founder of Quebec, Samuel de Champlain, highlights the most recent culinary trends in an informal setting with an open concept kitchen and a creative mixology concept. Le Sam's glass roof offers an exceptional view of the St. Lawrence River.

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Our Bistro features the latest culinary trends in an informal setting with an open kitchen and a creative mixology concept.

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Capacity: 152 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac
Located in the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac Hotel
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Le SAM Bistro Évolutif is widely recognized for its stunning location within the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, offering guests breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River and an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere. Many diners praise the gourmet quality of the food, highlighting dishes such as the lobster roll, filet mignon, and the iconic French onion soup as standout menu items. The service is frequently described as attentive, professional, and welcoming, with many guests noting that the staff goes out of their way to ensure a memorable experience for special occasions. While some visitors find the pricing reflective of its premium setting and occasionally experience inconsistencies in service speed or food preparation, the overall consensus points to a memorable dining destination that is highly recommended for its unique ambiance and consistent attention to detail.
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Kelly
2.0

Ordered 2 onion soups, French fries & a club soda. Only got the soups. A different waitress brought our soups & asked if there was anything else she could get us. We told her we had ordered fries thinking she would have gone to get them. But nope, we never got them or the club soda. Waiter was unattentive. We had to get up & go ask for our bill. We told him we didn't get the drinks or fries. The waiter ended up comping our meal which was nice. But we won't be back.

Jun 23, 2026
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Denis
5.0

Profitez de Québec c'est profitez du Château FRONTENAC & de son excellente table. Le SAM est tout indiqué. Vous serez ravi.

Jun 21, 2026
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Lizzette
5.0

Expensive but well worth it for a special dinner or event

Jun 20, 2026
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Emily
2.0

The food was not good- my steak was ordered medium rare & came out well done, & was a very thin piece. Not worse the high prices… The views are beautiful though & service is pretty good.

Jun 18, 2026
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Lonnie
5.0

Our second time at the castle & we enjoyed. You can't beat the view. The food was great of course, but I think people come here mostly just to snack, drink, watch The view & socialize. The food menu perhaps had four items on it. All that were pretty good, but on the pricey side. I guess you're paying for the view.

Jun 17, 2026
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Shawn
5.0

Just few in that afternoon--got to the bar as they opened. Nice young men working--great conversation. They recommended the French Onion soup. Oh yeah. Best I have EVER had. Great place. A nice change from what we have in the USA. I would travel back just for the soup & salad alone!!!

Jun 17, 2026
on Google
Marie
5.0

Meilleur guédille (homard/crevettes/caviar) à vie!
Best lobster roll ever !

Jun 12, 2026
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Hadi
5.0

We did booked a table for after lunch tea, coffee, & dessert. They sat us with a good table with a view to the river. The hostess & our server were both friendly, professional, & attentive.
We cannot judge about the main dishes. May be next time when we try them & update the review more accurately.

May 27, 2026
on Google
Aiouaz
2.0

On a bien été servis par le serveur malheureusement une serveuse est venue nous dire qu'on doit laisser notre place à d'autres personnes puisqu'on a dejà terminé le dessert... l'expérience a bien débuté mais s'est très mal finie... une déception.

May 27, 2026
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David
5.0

Outstanding restaurant. The food was gourmet quality & the service impeccable. The setting is elegant & tasteful & the view os the St. Lawrence River was peaceful & satisfying.

May 16, 2026
on Google
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