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.
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.
Amazing French Bistro in Château Frontenac. Chose to dine here during our recent hotel stay. Without any specific plans, we managed to snag a last-minute reservation for a table in the lounge area on a Saturday night. While the lounge didn't offer a view of the river, it compensated with a cozy ambiance, complete with plush couches that added to the comfortable setting. We started off our meal with three outstanding appetizers: the Gaspesian Cake, Foie Gras Parfait, & Quebec Beef Tartare. The Quebec Beef Tartare was expertly seasoned, with a mild sweetness & a hint of mustard. The Gaspésian Cake, which I tried for the first time, was also very satisfying. It was somewhat denser than other cod cakes I've tried, yet retained a soft & pillowy texture. But the true highlight was undoubtedly the Foie Gras Parfait. Perched atop a soft, mildly sweet pastry, the creamy parfait blended exquisitely with it. For the entrée, we opted for the Scallops & the Rack of Lamb. The scallops were beautifully complemented by the slight bitterness of braised endives, the rich sweetness of burnt pears, & the creaminess of Roquefort sauce. The inclusion of blood pudding was unconventional, but it proved to be a more interesting choice than the typical mashed potatoes. With a perfect amount of fat & a well-subdued lamb aroma, the Roasted Lamb was also amazing. The Herb Crust, although not a game-changer, contributed a pleasant crunch to each bite. We also couldn't resist getting the poutine. Elevated with pulled beef cheek toppings, the poutine was better than most poutines I've had in the past. Although the fries themselves were average, the combination of beef, pickles, cheese, & fries were addicting. As for the cocktails, they were a tad pricier compared to other Quebec restaurants, but they were great. Overall, Le SAM Bistro went above & beyond our expectations in every aspect, from the attentive service to the exquisite food. It might lack the ambiance of a more'local' restaurant, but if you're looking for impeccable French food, I highly recommend giving them a try.
Visiting Le Sam Bistrot Évolution at the Château Frontenac was an unforgettable experience. The food was exceptional, offering a delightful array of flavors that spoke of high-quality ingredients & culinary expertise. What truly set this dining experience apart was the breathtaking view. Overlooking the scenic vistas, the restaurant provided a mesmerizing backdrop that enhanced every moment of our meal. Additionally, the service was impeccable. The staff were attentive, friendly, & went above & beyond to ensure our visit was perfect. I highly recommend Bistrot Sam for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in a stunning location.
Dur de donner plus. Bistro le sam... copine & moi même sommes allés pour une date. Le serveur lui meme était impeccable & très aidant. Par contre, nous avions attendu près d'une heure & demi pour notre entrée: une simple assiette de charcuterie & de fromage (assez dispendieux merci, mais on s'y attendait). Le problème étant que quelques fruits étaient moisis!! Ben voyons dont, au prix qu'on paye j'aurais aimé que les quelques fruits présents sur l'assiette soient alléchants... après cette entrée correcte, nous avons attendu presqu'une heure pour notre plat principal. Ma copine n'a pas reçu le steak qu'elle désirait, which is fine. Mais la coupe de remplacement ne valait pas du tout le prix. On parlait pas du filet mignon qu'on avait payé pour. Bref, pour le prix, on aurait fait mieux à la maison. L'ambiance était parfaite.
Mar 29, 2024
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. J'ai réservé pour l'anniversaire de mon conjoint une table dns le verrière pour 20 h car c'est l'heure proposée pour le nombre de personnes que nous étions. Parfait. On s'y présente & on nous fait patienter 10 minutes car les clients doivent terminer de payer.20 minutes plus tard on nous propose le foyer pour attendre ok on y vas.on y patiente encore 20 minutes. Je ne comprends pas trop l'attente mais bon. Donc vers 21 h la jeune fille en charge viendra nous chercher pour nous diriger à notre table qui au surprise sont des tables bistrot au fond du restaurant. Je lui dis qu'il y a une erreur.Ma réservation est dans la verrière & celle ci a été confirmée plutôt dans la journée car on séjourne au château.bref j'épargne les détails finalement on nous place à la verrière. On commence à manger il est 22h 10. Je suis déçue ça me dérange pas de payer lorsque tout roule mais là ce n'était pas le cas. Service très moyen ça manque de fini oui c'est un bistro mais nous somme au château. La veille nous y sommes allés au bar par contre & wow au barman & barmaid professionnel & sympathique l'équipe qui y était 23 févrie
Super expérience au Sam Bistro, au Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Un restaurant moderne & feutré. J'ai pris en entrée la soupe à l'oignon gratiné, bonne portion donc faire attention si vous avez pas une grosse appétit! Pour le principal une bavette de boeuf, petit morceau & bonne portion de salade, juste parfait pour avoir de la place pour le dessert! & pour terminer avec le dessert, un gâteau au fromage, juste wow! Merci à notre serveur pour le bon service.
We had been waiting for years to eat at Bistro Le Sam. Although the service was great the food not so much. My wife had the Burrata which was not as described Cherry tomatoes still had stems on them & they were not candied, Cucumbers not grilled, as well as just a tasteless dish. Fish & chips was good but with child's portion of fish. All in all the food ruined it for us. The service staff could teach the kitchen staff something about professionalis. We will provide details in future blogs as we tour Canada & France.
Expérience exceptionnelle au Bistrot le Sam lors de notre party de Noël ! La vue parfaite, un service impeccable & une cuisine à la hauteur de la perfection. Un choix idéal pour célébrer les fêtes. Recommandé à 100%!
Bistro Le Sam is much more about the riverfront views & posh decor than the actual taste of the food. Only around half of the tables have views; you’ll want a reservation to secure those. The seafood casserole was great. Everything else was middling at best. I still recommend it for the views, but if you can’t get a table with a view then I don’t think it’s worth it.
We started our self guide walking tour of Quebec city in Château Frontenac & had our lunch at Bistro Le Sam! We made a reservation couple of hours ahead & they greeted us warmly with our table with a view! This place is beautiful with great atmosphere. Staff were super friendly & dedicated. Everything we ordered was great! Three of us are vegetarian & we had great options! I ordered onion soup (big portion, totally shareable) & Feuilleté Chèvre & they tasted awesome!
