Andy L.
Yelp
I had one of the best meals at Chez Boulay-Bistro Boréal a while ago. The restaurant was welcoming for dining alone or with SO. The server was enthusiastic and knew a lot about the menu. It's best to make reservation days in advance. In terms of food, I had a glass of Marquette from Quebec, Seal and Foie Gras Mousse, Beef Cheek, and Seabuckthorn Pie. I'd give them a 9.5/10.
- Wine: Fruity, slightly bitter, not too dry, and had a clean aftertaste.
- Mousse: Each component on their own were: Four spices bread on both sides (Refreshingly sweet), Foie gras mousse in the middle (Fatty, umami, smooth), Seal mousse in the middle (Sea/salty, dense), Blue honeysuckle chutney on top (Fruity, sweet, rich, nice crunch, good mix), a bit of onion on top (Extra spice), Roasted barley on top (Refreshing). Everything together brought out multiple layers of flavour and texture.
- Beef Cheek: Tender, crunchy, beefy. good thickness, nice flavour (Some flavour in the meat that was amazing when mixed with the sauce). The Mashed potatoes and marrow were creamy, rich, and smooth. The Burgundy Accompaniment had a variety of flavour and texture (Fresh, veggies maintained a bit of a crunch on the outside but soft on the side, mushroomy, sour, a bit of spice, nice carrot flavour, and the diced meat was salty and nice). The sauce with labradors tea went well with everything (Salty, beefy, distinct, rich). Everything in the entree complimented each other. Also, the portion was right as a bit more would have felt too greasy and a bit less would have felt like it was not enough.
- Seabuckthorn Pie: The sauce was sweet, clean, and refreshing. The fruit on the side was fruity and cute. The pie was soothing (creamy, slightly sour, and the level clean/refreshing taste felt like it was its signature) and had a nice crust (crunchy with a solid good dense texture and flavour). There was also a bit of cream on top that had a slight roast and was not too sweet. Overall, the dessert was a nice finish to the meal.