Le SAM Bistro Évolutif

Raku

5.0

What a wonderful dining experience!!! The place was quite family-friendly & our server, David was aboslutley an all-star!! He was really caring & even offered to take our family pic. The braised short ribs was cooked to perfection!!

V.

5.0

Had drinks at the bar. Service was excellent, as was the ambiance. Lovely place

Allison

5.0

newspaper eat💗🏃‍♀️ 只给很差的座位😅

Madam

4.0

Set within the storied walls of the Château Frontenac, SAM Bistro captures the grandeur of Quebec City's most iconic landmark. Its setting is, without question, one of the restaurant's major draws. A reservation is a must if you're hoping to snag a table on the terrace, where panoramic views of the St. Lawrence River provide a breathtaking backdrop to the meal. For those seated deeper within the restaurant, the lively, elegant ambiance remains intact, buoyed by attentive & well-trained staff who lend the experience a polished air of professionalism. But as for the food-one wishes it lived up to its prestigious surroundings. The cod dish & seafood casserole were pleasant enough but lacked the spark that would elevate them to memorable dining. It was a meal that delivered, but without the flair expected in such a setting. This theme of underwhelm was most pronounced with the coffee service: while SAM offers an array of brews, all are machine-made. In a restaurant of this stature, one might expect more care in the details, particularly for something as simple, & potentially transformative, as a freshly prepared cup of coffee. Prices, predictably, trend towards the upper end, though this seems more a reflection of the château's grandeur than of the culinary artistry. SAM is undeniably a place to experience, especially for those eager to take in its sweeping views. But for food that truly matches the majesty of the setting? Perhaps elsewhere.

Maria

5.0

Luana was an excellent server. Great ambience. Had a table with an amazing view. Cocktails were beautiful & delicious. Food overall was very good. Would return.

Billy

4.0

Food & service were great!

Maoxu

3.0

The location of the restaurant is excellent, making it easy to explore Old Quebec City. However, when it comes to the food, I don't think it lives up to its price point. Given their current pricing, there's definitely room for improvement. The service felt lackluster & not reflective of a high-end restaurant; we often had to wait a long time for our server, who didn't seem very enthusiastic. As for the food, it was quite underwhelming. I ordered the beef short ribs, & they lacked flavor & were rather mediocre. Overall, I expected more from this dining experience.

Anna

5.0

Would definitely visit again, when we are in Québec City. Thank you. Great place.

Marc

5.0

Notre reservation s'est perdue pour notre soiree d'anniversaire, mais la gerante a tout fait pour corriger le tout. Excellents plats, excellent service, & la vue pres du fleuve est imbattable. Nous y retournerons!

Andrés

5.0

beef tartare 5/5 mixed board 4/5 👌🏻 cocktails overpriced