Le Saint-Amour

We drove up to Quebec City for 4 days of vacation. We booked a hotel in the upper old city so we could easily walk to all the historic sites. We researched this hotel from home so we made sure to eat there. We went a little early as we did not have a reservation. We were offered a table in the middle but my wife asked to move. After a short time, the waiter came and moved us to a side table which was much better. We ordered a variety of dishes but the best was the baby lamb chops. I also had two glasses of a very nice French wine. This restaurant is owned by celebrity chef Jean Luc Boulay. I highly recommend it if you want delicious food in a spectacular restaurant setting.

An amazing place. The food is beyond belief, of course, but the experience is what truly sets Le Saint-Amour apart. This is a happy place, where everyone is happy to welcome you to this temple of high cuisine. And the value is great - during 7 days in Quebec we paid almost as much for far lesser food. Reserve with confidence - you will make lifetime memories.

Wow! What a dining experience! My boyfriend and I went in not knowing what to expect. But from the very first bite of our two appetizers to the very last bite of our desserts, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal from their winter menu. Everyone was pleasant and polite and the overall ambiance made our dinner that much more enjoyable. We loved the oysters & caviar, the Foie Gras experience, Halibut fillet, and rack of lamb. A great date night spot and overall dinner spot for people of all ages. If you get a chance to visit Quebec City, this is a must! Also a heads-up, be prepared to spend at least 2 hours here, as is the norm with any fine dining place.

Food is okay. I went for seared foie gras. The sauce is a bit too heavy and sweet. Steak was well cooked. The garnish got some herb purée that I’m not used to the earthy taste. Service is really slow. Food comes very slow as well. Bread is cold and I asked additional bread for three times to get it. Took us more than two hours for three courses.

⭐️ Should’ve Gone to McDonald’s. Spent over $600 for seven bland courses, two duck dishes, and ended with a mousse topped with olive oil for dessert — on my wife’s 30th birthday. It took forever. Service was cold. Vibe was dead. Food looked nice, but tasted like nothing. At least at McDonald’s, when the food’s mid, it doesn’t cost a mortgage payment. Never again.

The food was excellent, the service was not. Upon entrance to the establishment, there was no one at the host stand and the bartender waved us to come in until someone came to the front. Not sure if it was because we were one of the youngest diners there or did not order wine, but our waiter was barely present at our table throughout our meal even though he was at other tables plenty. It was warm on the walk up to the restaurant and we poured our own water after the first glass and no one offered to refill it when our bottle was done. The other server who helped dropped off our food for appetizers and entrees did a good job of describing the dishes. The zucchini appetizer was beautifully plated and very innovative in terms of flavor and composition- I have never had an appetizer quite like it before. The lamb entree was delicious and the vegetables were also extremely fresh, pea purée was superb. I think we did not enjoy dessert as much because the lack of service at that point had built up and it took so long for our main waiter to check in and finally bring the dessert menus. After greatly enjoying the food and service at Chez Boulay the night before, we were really looking forward to this meal and learning more about the local cuisine and Nordic food so the experience was not what we expected. The most attentive our waiter was during the meal was when he hovered over my husband to point out the options for tipping.

We visited Le Saint-Amour in Quebec City to celebrate my wife’s birthday on August 20, and overall, it was a wonderful experience. The quality of the food was outstanding, with each dish beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The restaurant’s decor is elegant and charming, creating a perfect atmosphere for a special occasion. The service was top-notch from start to finish. Our main waiter was attentive and professional, and the staff who brought and explained each course and cocktail were knowledgeable and added a special touch to the evening. Their detailed explanations enhanced our appreciation of the meal. The only hiccup was that I had noted in the reservation that it was my wife’s birthday, and I was hoping for a small acknowledgment or greeting from the staff. Unfortunately, that detail seems to have been missed, and her birthday went unmentioned, which was a bit disappointing. Despite this, Le Saint-Amour delivered an exceptional dining experience, and I would still highly recommend it for anyone looking for a memorable meal in Quebec City.

My husband and I stayed in Quebec City for a couple of days and chose this restaurant based on the excellent Google reviews. We made a reservation for 9 p.m., one day in advance. We were really excited, expecting a high level of cuisine and service. When we arrived, we were offered the 7-course discovery menu for $155 per person, and we gladly agreed. The dishes looked beautiful and were quite unique in taste. We were waiting for the main course, and finally, the duck was served. It was cut into small pieces but looked raw at first glance. I thought that couldn’t be possible in a fine dining restaurant, so I tried to cut it with a knife — but it wouldn’t cut at all, and blood started coming out. I assumed it might be the chef’s intention, so I tried to taste a piece — but it was impossible to chew, and I had to spit it out. A waiter came by. Unlike the previous servers who were professional and attentive, this one seemed careless and in a hurry to finish his shift. He saw the untouched duck on my plate and the piece I had tried. I told him the duck was raw. He asked if I wanted it cooked more. I said, “No, I don’t want this dish anymore.” Then he asked, “You didn’t like it?” and I replied, “The meat is not chewable.” I’m not a person who likes to complain, but I expected at least an apology or for him to tell the chef. Instead, he silently took the plate and left. When he brought the bill — $360 — he also reminded us that we had to select the tip amount first. My husband said we were disappointed and didn’t leave any tip. The waiter muttered, “It’s not my fault the duck was undercooked,” turned around, and walked away angrily. I told him he should have informed the chef or manager that a guest was served raw, poorly prepared meat — but he just stormed off. We quietly stood up and left this “fine dining” restaurant, paying $364.47, feeling completely disrespected. No one apologized. No one even said goodbye. Maybe the reason was that our reservation was late — 9 p.m., and the restaurant closes at 10:30. It seemed like everyone just wanted to go home, and the chef didn’t finish cooking the duck, while the waiter pretended nothing happened and still expected a generous tip. The night before, we had dinner at a small restaurant (I don’t even remember the name) that cost us $125 for two, and we were amazed by the food and service. We truly expected a world-class experience at this “starred” restaurant and were ready to pay for it — but instead, we left with deep disappointment and the unpleasant aftertaste of raw duck.

My "fancy" restaurant of choice was "Le Saint-Amour" in Quebec City to try. "Le Saint-Amour" translates to "Holy Love". According to their website, Le Saint-Amour was founded in 1978 by Jacques Fortier and Jean-Luc Boulay. Their focus is on combining tradition with innovation (i.e. haute French cuisine with exceptional regional products along with combining traditional know-how with modern techniques). The end goal is to offer a gourmet, refined, and unique gastronomic experience. I tried the following: - Appetizer - Seared Foie Gras - Main Course - Lamb (with mustard, herbs, Louis d'Or cheese, polenta) - Cocktail - Mezcal (Naked & Famous) I loved their Foie Gras and Lamb. Complex and interesting flavors which really means "Party in my Mouth". Lamb was perfectly cooked and not gamey. We tried a few desserts - and while I don't remember the exact name of the dishes, I remember that I loved both desserts. Presentation & Flavors were top notch. My friend ordered a steak dish and her daughter ordered a spaghetti dish. I had a bite of my friend's steak (and perfectly cooked & flavored). Ambiance - CLASSY Service - Top Notch! I loved our waiter... for my cocktail, I said surprise me (only requirement was Mezcal as the liquor of choice). There was also a different waitress that would bring out the dishes (goodness - she was super passionate about food and dishes; great energy!) 100% GO while in Quebec City!! Food was delicious. Ambiance was classy. Service was excellent and passionate. LOVE LOVE LOVE. Amour Amour Amour.

Simply the Best restaurant in Quebec City. Convenient location in the heart of Old Town. Perfect place for any special occasion birthday or anniversary date. The 7 course French tasting menu is superb and offers the best of local meats and fruits. The preparation is exquisite and so delicious. Small portions are just right. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. The main dining room is beautifully decorated like Belle Epoque Paris. With wine, tax (15% in Canada ! ) and tip we spent $535 Canadian which is only about $387 US dollars total for 2 people. Well worth it for such a memorable dinner.

We made reservations for in advance for this fabulous Restaurant in old Quebec city we opted for the inspiration tasting menu with wine pairing and added on the five different presentations of fois gras. From the moment we arrived to the very last dish of the night the service was impeccable. The explanation and delivery of each dish was done with excellence and proficiency. We had an outstanding experience. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated which makes for an excellent dining experience. We had the best time & each dish was more outstanding than the previous. If you love food & appreciate a fine dining experience then this is the spot in Quebec city.

Wow, the restaurant is a journey to experience! The ambience is quite romantic which made my beautiful wife shine like a queen. The service is knowledgeable, entertaining and very impressive! The food here is an experience to both the palate and to the eyes. My wife had the filet which along with the chanterelles was fantastic! I had the rack of lamb with an additional piece of filet. The rack of lamb was delicious and so enjoyable! My wife followed up our unbelievable meal with a flaming crème brûlée with a homemade marshmallow on a stick to toast in the flame. I had the L'Imperial. Both were fantastic. Thank you for our perfect experience!!

We had a nice meal here and enjoyed our food. Service was a bit slow, however and it took a long time between courses. We had to ask a couple of times for items. I actually would rate it more of a 3.5 star due to this and compared to other restaurants in the area. We had more memorable experiences at other restaurants in the area.

Can you give a restaurant 6 stars? Everything was wonderful. We had the tasting menu and switched the foie gras course to the five different foie gras plate (an excellent decision). We weren't sure that we wanted the piglet plate, but it was unique and delicious. The service was helpful and attentive. The room is visually appealing and comfortable.

This is a review of the 7 course tasting menu for $155 CAD. We opted to replace the foie gras dish with the 5 different kinds of foie gras for an additional $20 and also opted to replace the pork dish with a wagyu dish, which was an additional $30. The additional supplemental fees were not mentioned during the ordering process. Overall, the dishes were beautifully crafted, each like a piece of art, that I didn't want to destroy. They all tasted as good as they looked as well, with the foie gras and the wagyu carpaccio being the highlights. The reason it is only 4 stars is because the service was extremely slow and the pacing of the meal could have been better. For a 7 course meal, it took us almost 3 hours to finish. On average, we waited 15-20 minutes between each course, which felt way too dragged out. If I were to visit again, I would order ala carte, and get the foie gras again for sure!

We had a beautiful anniversary celebration at the wonderful Le Saint-Amour. Our food was fabulous and the service impeccable. It was the perfect place to make a lifetime memory - many thanks!!

Delicieux. Delicieux. Delicieux. From the celeriac amuse-bouche through to the crème Brûlee--Delicieux. The seared foie gras is to die for. I loved the Guinea fowl. Mmmmmmm.

Le restaurant Le Saint-Amour est merveilleux. Fantastique. Si vous êtes dans la ville de Québec et que vous aimez la gastronomie, vous devez vous rendre au Restaurant Le Saint-Amour. J'ai fait ma réservation plusieurs jours à l'avance et avec ça, j'arrive malheureusement en retard. J'avais bien l'intention d'être à l'heure mais il y a un manque d'uber chauffeurs et de taxis dans la ville de Québec alors j'ai dû conduire moi-même. C'est à 1,5 km (seulement 9/10ème de mile) donc pas loin de là où je suis à St. Roch, mais il n'y a pas de parking à proximité du restaurant dans la rue. J'ai appelé le restaurant pour leur faire savoir que j'allais être en retard et ils m'ont dit de ne pas m'inquiéter, ils garderaient ma réservation et ils m'ont dirigé vers un parking à proximité. J'avais presque 30 minutes de retard mais j'ai été accueilli avec le sourire et rapidement assis par François (j'espère que j'ai bien son nom!) Qui était gentil et agréable comme il pouvait l'être... J'ai commandé le Menu Découverte 7 services inspiré des produits du terroir québécois avec l'accord mets et vins. Ce. A été. Phénoménal. Pas de mots. Quelques plats présentés : 1. Terrine de foie gras classique saveurs du Québec 50 g Gelée d'argousier, beurre de poire Baies indigènes confites, pain brioché 2. Longe de bison du Canada Poireaux confits, champignons roi rôtis à l'ail et au thym Oignons en trois façons : grillés, écrasés et marinés au vin rouge Jus nature et noisettes torréfiées 3. Flétan de l'estuaire du Saint-Laurent Broyé de tomates au basilic. pignons de pin Bourgeons de marguerites et coeurs de quenouilles Beurre blanc et eau de tomate Chaque plat était délicieux et chaque accord mets et vins était parfait. Je ne peux vraiment pas dire assez de bonnes choses et le service était impeccable. Je me suis senti très choyé et ce fut une soirée fantastique, une expérience formidable et j'y retournerais chaque fois que je serais au Québec - peut-être encore avant de partir pour essayer d'autres plats merveilleux. Ambiance, service et cuisine impeccable. Ce qui est de ne pas aimer? ***** Restaurant Le Saint-Amour is wonderful. Fantastic. If you are in Quebec City and you like fine dining, you have to go to Restaurant Le Saint-Amour. I made my reservation several days in advance and with that, I unfortunately arrive late. I fully intended to be on time but there is a lack of uber drivers and taxis in Quebec City so I had to drive myself. It's 1.5 km (only 9/10ths of a mile) so not far from where I am in St. Roch, but there is no parking near the restaurant on the street. I called the restaurant to let them know I was going to be late and they told me not to worry they would keep my reservation and they directed me to a parking lot nearby. I was almost 30 minutes late but was greeted with a smile and quickly seated by Francois (hope I got his name right!) who was as kind and personable as he could be... I ordered the 7-course Discovery Menu inspired by local Quebec products with the food and wine pairing. This. Was. Phenomenal. No words. Some featured dishes: 1. Classic foie gras terrine, Quebec flavours, ground cherry jelly, pear butter local candied berries and toasted house made brioche 2. Canadian bison sirloin, leek confit, king mushroom with garlic and thyme onions in three ways: grilled, purée and marinated in red wine, roasted hazelnuts meat jus 3. Halibut from Saint-Laurent Estuary, crushed tomatoes with basil, pine nuts, daisy buttons, cattail heart, white butter and tomato water Every dish was delicious and every wine pairing was perfect. I really can't say enough good things and the service was impeccable. I felt very pampered and it was a fantastic evening, a great experience and I would return whenever I am in Quebec - maybe again before leaving to try other wonderful dishes. Impeccable atmosphere, service and cuisine. What's not to like?

Our favorite restaurant in Old Quebec. The smoked scallops in squid ink appetizer was awesome. The sweet pepper jelly elevated the dish, especially combined with the strawberries. Another winner was the Quebec lamb. So flavorful. Highly recommend.

We could only get a reservation for 9:15 because it was last minute on a Saturday. Which seemed odd when we arrived since it was nowhere near full. My husband ordered the 7 course chef's menu. I ordered an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert. And we had a bottle of local wine that was very good. The 7 course dinner was good. But it was so much food, like each course should have been smaller to lead up to the main course. He said everything was delicious. But the service between courses, sometimes we would wait 20 minutes for the next course. We did not leave until almost midnight. I had the red deer carpaccio (picture included) as an appetizer. I am not lying when I say this was one of the most interesting dishes I've ever had, in the best possible way. Every bite was different and complex and delicious. Mascarpone, mushrooms, cranberries, etc. On top. Beautiful plate and texture. Just delicious. I had the bison sirloin for the main course. The meat was tender and perfectly cooked. The side dish had gingerbread in it so it tasted festive like the holidays in your mouth. But the vegetables were slightly undercooked so not soft to bite. For dessert I had the chocolate hazelnut creme brûlée with fresh blueberries. It was on fire when it arrived, so the caramelization was warm and fresh. I don't even like blueberries but they were fresh and not overpowering. Overall a very good dessert. TLDR- expensive and slow service. Good food (some even great food) but the 7 courses isn't the best value. Get the red deer carpaccio.

First time visiting Quebec and at the recommendation of our Concierge splurged for a delicious anniversary dinner. Went with the Discovery Chef's selection and wine pairing, can say the selection and wine pairings were all delicate, tasty and well matched, made for a special celebration dinner.

Found this on Yelp with great reviews and made a reservation for 2 for dinner. When we arrived, there was no one at the front to greet us and we stood there for a about 10 minutes with no one acknowledging us, even when a server walked passed us a few times. Until I asked if someone will be coming, then the server said someone will be with us. Once we were seated, the service was very attentive. There is a choice of either having a 7 course tasting menu or going a La carte. The 7 course tasting menu no's basically a smaller portion of items on the menu. We opted for the a La carte as we wanted to try other items that were not on the tasting menu. The restaurant is known for its foie gras so if you don't like that, this may not be the best restaurant for you. We had the foie gras experience and the wagyu carpaccio. The foie gras experience was amazing and the flavours with the sweet and savoury mixed in well as each bite exploded with flavours. The wagyu carpaccio was ok- flavours were very good but the quality of the wagyu was not as good as it was veiny and did not melt in your mouth. We had the squab and the duck supreme as the mains. Our server recommended that we add a piece of seared foie gras on top for an extra price. What a great recommendation! It was a fairly large piece of foie gras and enhanced the dishes. And this was the best foie gras I had outside of France. My husband had a glass of wine to pair with the carpaccio and another one to pair with the duck based on the recommendation from the server. For dessert we had the ice sphere and the sweet clover mousse at the recommendation of the server. Both excellent choices. The sweet clover mousse was shaped as a candle and was so light and not very sweet. The ice sphere was really cool looking and was very good and not very sweet either. Amazing meal and a definitely must try.

Delicious delicous delicious. This place has really tasty french cuisine. We got the 7 course discovery. It came with a starter lobster bisque, foie gras, bison, halibit, a palate cleanser sorbet, Guinea fowl, and a desert. Also all you can eat bread with salted butter and honey garlic butter. All of the food was really delicious and rich with flavor and clean. The foie gras is a must have. Its the best that I have had so far. This place is very expensive but if ur here just get the $145 7 discovery menu, you wont regret it. They do speak english. The staff is friendly and the place is clean. Give this place a try.

Food is great, and it is well prepared. The staffs are extremely professional and welcoming. The location of restaurant is in middle of residential areas, which make is very hard to find a parking. One thing I also noticed the meal portion is much smaller than similar restaurants in Quebec. Expensive place, two people with two appetizers, two main courses, one drink, two coffee and one desert cost $c330.

As a foodie, you're probably certain you want to eat here. Why? First, it's rated 4.5 stars on Yelp (as of this writing) Second, it's located on a quiet street in Quebec City's old upper town, making it feel eons away from the ornate Chateau Frontenac and bustling Petit-Champlain. Third, the name: the Saint of Love. Even Pepé Le Pew is blushing. In the spirit of keeping this practical, I'll let you in on a few details that can push your experience to the max: Attend the lunch service as the sunlight trickles in from the glass ceiling, illuminating each vibrant and colorful dish. Like a painter's palette, the food's ingredients can range from a vibrant turtle green to a deep pumpkin orange. These are the details you'll savor with your eyes first. Furthermore, the weekday lunchtime "table d'hôte" or pre-fixe menu is relatively affordable for a place of this stature. A 3-course meal at a 4 dollar-sign restaurant that will make you feel like a million bucks without breaking the bank. Lastly, let the chef and waiter be your guide into the curious world of French cuisine. There are dishes here that we'll probably never encounter again in our lifetimes (see attached photo of what we believe is a Salmon Terrine). The inventiveness comes without compromise to texture or taste, only to one's senses of what is possible in cooking. All in all, Le Saint-Amour delivers on all fronts. A must eat.

Everything from beginning to end was excellent. We walked in without a reservation, they were fully booked, the kitchen wasn't even open yet, and they still got us in and with the most outstanding service. We started off with one of the fois gras appetizers, despite being absolutely delicious we wouldn't order that again for ethical reasons. (Looked it up when we got back to our hotel room) my husband isn't entirely sure of what he ordered, it was a bird of some sort, but he loved it. I had lamb with beet, orange and pumpkin seed polenta, so many delicious flavors! The sommelier made excellent suggestions, and we finished off with a clove mousse with a plum reduction, over camomile ice cream. This was such a treat for the both of us.

One of the most amazing and unforgettable meals I've ever had, no exaggeration. Perfect for dates and holidays.

Made reservations ahead of time. I speak only English but my friend is a local. They took our coats and showed us to our table. Service was spot on. Water refilled bread and butters ( plain and a garlic herb). They gave me a menu in English. The room was like a green house with glass ceiling. We arrive just before sunset it was lovely. Food was very good. Got the sweetbreads with shrimp and added a side of seared foie gras. Very rich and very French. Loved it. My friend got the venison with cloudberry. Also amazing. We practically licked our plates. We also got ice cider since it's one of my favorite things about Quebec and visiting. We ended the night with dessert. The sphere. I would go back for just this dessert item. It was not too tart or too sweet. It was perfect. It was like being in Hawaii on the beach. I'm drooling just thinking about the different textures of toasted coconut and pistachio sponge cake. With the next bite being passion fruit mixed with coconut ice cream. I'm not even a fan of white chocolate but it was all balanced and not heavy. I had a very rich heavy main course and this dessert was light and bright. Great way to end the night.

Beautiful ambiance, but... this is hands down the worst food I have ever eaten. As my fiancée said, "This seems like something a Russian oligarch would eat." I'll admit that we may lack the refined palate to appreciate the sturgeon and the veal, so take this review with a grain of salt. But as someone who eats out three to four nights a week, and appreciates culinary diversity, I might not be entirely amiss in clocking the food as something approaching a mix of over-rich baby food and rotting intestines. I'm writing this review at a pub, 10 min after leaving, fighting back the strong urge to relieve myself over a toilet.

One of the finest restaurants in Old Quebec! Wonderful service and outstanding food.

Ate here when visiting during Feb 2004. Concierge at the Hotel Frontenac highly recommended it and added that "the foie gras will bring tears to your eyes". I had never had four gras before or since but, guess what? She was right. Just returned from 2 weeks in Europe including 5 days in Paris (what a beautiful city) but we never found a restaurant in Paris that could hold a candle to the meal that we enjoyed here nearly 2 decades ago. Quite honestly...it was the best meal that I have ever had in my life.

We're foodies, love to find and try good food. We had experiences about food quite a lot, from street food to gourmet dinner or Michelin star 1,2,3 My husband made reservation and mentioned that's will be a celebration for my birthday. There's nice atmosphere. I was soooooo excited to try their (supposedly)delicious dinner, according to Google and Yelp reviews. We tried Discovery (pre fixe) and special menu. When we got foods, the presentations each plate was looks good but flavors mostly too salty and the duck was chewy and all the dishes seems like missing something but overall it wasn't too bad just.....for us. The best dish for us was "Palet cleanser" Service was a bit too slow by lack of staff in my opinion. They forgot my birthday candle which made my husband feels bad a little bit but they came back with 2 little boxes of candy and written on the serving plate "Happy birthday" instead which is we appreciated. I usually don't write negative review. I just want to leave comments to the restaurant for your future results. Since, we spent almost CAD300 for 2. We expected at least good food good flavor. The price won't be an issue for us if the food and service are excellent or decent at least.

Still Our Favorite in Quebec City First I would definitely recommend making a reservation as we did. Atmosphere is very romantic so one should dress accordingly. Staff was very friendly efficient and helpful. Unusual menu items to choose from. I had the Bone Marrow Filet and my spouse had the Seared Foie Gras for an appetizer then the Rack of Lamb for main. Meals were excellent and portions good size. We expected to enjoy and were not disappointed.

5/5, a perfect french fine dining experience! From everything to the service, food and ambiance, Le Saint-Amour does without flaw. I visited on a Monday for lunch, and we were seated at a corner table. The restaurant is brightly lit with rooftop windows, and they have white tablecloth which is difficult to find these days. I opted for the 3-course lunch menu for about 30$. The appetizer was celeriac and pine nuts, a balanced combination of sweet, salty and acidity. The burgundy bison cheek was tender and the sauce complemented the bison meat well. Lastly, the crème brûlée was a pleasant surprise as I expected a classic flavor, but there were hints of maple syrup and berries! The service is attentive and professional as well, which is why Le Saint-Amour merits a 5 star rating! I'd love to revisit again and would highly recommend it.

We had a work dinner here while in town for a conference. The restaurant is in the old city but off the beaten tourist track which was nice. Decor was old school with a few modern touches. We had a private room for our group which was nice. They had a few interesting tasting menu options but they looked like too much food for me so I went a la carte. For my starter I had a very nice smoked Arctic char, but I thought it was overpriced for an appetizer at $22 for the portion size. I had the fish of the day as my main, I believe it was halibut. The fish was a generous portion but a bit over cooked. The accompanying vegetables and sauce were delicious. I was too full for dessert but several of my colleagues indulged and said they were amazing. The real star of the night for me was the service, our waiter was amazingly warm and friendly and efficient. His wine recommendations were also spot on and reasonably priced (the wine list is one of those phone book style ones that you can spend an hour getting lost in...)

We went to Le Saint-Amour on a very rainy night on the strong recommendation of friends. The food was good but the portions were really skimpy, even compared to New York. The waiter poured the wine without allowing a taste. And he treated us with the disdain you would expect in a place in Paris. It was not until we mentioned we were living on a boat that the waiter began to treat us like welcome customers. We liked the food and the dinning room decor, but not the attitude.

Yes, this is a five star restaurant. Start to finish. Every aspect of this meal was on point. A quality French resistant - when it's on its game - is hard to beat. The ambiance is quite romantic. We went the classic route. Starting with martinis migrating to Champagne with British Columbia sturgeon caviar. About an ounce- served in the traditional style with blinis and accoutrements. then onto the main course consisting of squab, foie gras, sweetbreads and truffles. This is as close to eating in Paris as I have come in this hemisphere. The squad was superb. Foie gras seared and shaved black truffles. Superb red priorat from espana. Dessert was a chocolate biscuit with Tawes Cabernet Franc ice wine. Very expensive, very perfect, very delicious.

This probably the only place in Canada where everything is perfect. Service, food, atmosphere is great. The best dessert I have ever tried is Sphere! I will definitely recommend this place for those who will visit Quebec City!!!!

We had the Discovery tasting menu for $125. This was a 3 hour dining experience. There food was varied covering seafood, game, and cheeses and of courses several ways of eating foie gras. The food was good. I recommend this tasting menu since it will give you the best experience and range of foods. Mise en bouche oyster, arctic char, smoked salmon *** Duck foie gras served three ways textured fruit variations, brioche bread *** Seafood broth lemongrass and ginger lardoons, nordic shrimps and mussels Tiger shrimps forbidden black rice, wild onion leaves saffron champagne sauce *** Laponie reindeer parsnip purée, honey glazed root vegetables steamed cabbage with indigenous berries, Ungava gin pepper sauce *** Grès des Champs cheese mousse rhubarb variation thyme sablé, crispy greens *** A la soupe! blondie, blueberry yaourt white chocolate chantilly, sweet clover ice cream

Quite possibly one of the best dining experiences we have ever had. We elected for the prix fixe menu of 6 courses,which included the foie gras and decided to "splurge"and get 1/2 liter of wine- which was a perfect accompaniment, as the wine definitely adds to the meal but you don't feel the need to over indulge with alcohol at the expense of the food.. I am not usually a fan of foie gras, but this was fantastic with a subtle, but rich texture and taste. Followed by the soup, sorbet, then duckling breast with bits of dark meat in cabbage, with a sliced, grilled sweet potato and a delicious dark sauce taht was deliciously seasoned. No complaints here!And ,overall, an incredible culinary experience. And then dessert came. Perfect! The entire ambience and non-obtrusive but attentive staff made it all the better. While neither our pocketbook, liver, or cholesterol level could stand frequent repetitive visits, for a special and memorable experience this should rate up there highly for most.

I was invited by a friend of mine to her special dinner at this restaurant. First impression, i thought this place was tiny but actually pretty spacious cos this restaurant surprisingly provides private room to fit 12 people sitting comfortably. Here's what i had... - Cremeuse maraichere, basically it's like a soup in a shot glass with prosciutto bits. - Oeuf parfait (parmesan cream, brioche croutons, mushrooms, chorizo and over easy egg. - Fletan du St-Laurent, lentils beluga with vegetables roots beet puree, hot vinaigrette with meat juice. - Aiguillettes de magret de canard du Quebec, very tender duck with mushroom and carrot puree. This one is the bomb....so good. - Dessert...please see the picture. Every dish i had here was amazing. The taste, food presentation and quality really hit the spot. Service was excellent, attentive and polite. Atmosphere, since we were in private room definitely fun but i went to their main dining area and it's pretty cozy to have dinner. Overall...Le Saint-Amour is one of the best restaurants in Quebec City.

Exquisite. The discovery tasting menu was wonderful. Great service in a lovely Old Quebec setting. Absolutely terrific with local and fresh ingredients.

Exceptional food, atmosphere, presentation and service. A classic in Quebec City quietly frequented by celebrities when in town.

3.75 The seared, hot foie gras paired with mushrooms was delicious. It literally dissolved in the mouth, was light, not Haney, and only the faintest hint I was eating liver. The elk carpaccio was nicely done and presented beautifully. It was nice and easy to eat and paired with ingredients like quail egg, marscapone, mushroom spaghetti, beets, cheese, and chia chips. Very mild. It wasn't really my preferred taste despite being a good dish. The main entrees did not live up to my tastes. I ordered the Fontaine Park lobster but found it a bit overcooked, there wasn't much natural sweetness to it. The squid ink pasta was definitely too mushy, didn't like it much. I also got to try some of the Quebec beef filet which I liked more than the lobster. It was done decent enough but not particularly outstanding. Overall, the ambiance was quietly elegant and comfortable. The service was responsive. The entrees would be three stars out of five. I say, just come for the seared foie gras or order and try the other entrees.

If I could give this restaurant six stars I would. Our waiter was fantastic and very very well refined in the way that he attended us. Save your money and treat yourself to the best restaurant in Quebec city. My wife had to duck and I had the fillet mignon which was unbelievable. The desserts are all made by a chef and truly an experience. Check out the wine list is they explained the different regions of the world.

A-must-go place for an exquisite French dinner in Quebec City! Menu changes occassionally and you can choose a set menu or an ala cartè. Hubby and I opted in for the ala cartè menu, and they were all amazing. Definitely recommend the foie gras appetizer as it is Chef Boulay's specialty. The filet mignon and duck entrees were both equally tasty as well. Finally, I highly recommend trying off their scrumptious dessert. This will complete your incredible French dinner for the evening.

I went with a colleague on a Friday night and our experience started at the door when we were treated with ultimate enthusiasm. Our waiters were incredibly accommodating and understanding to my colleague who didn't want anything with alcohol. Our waiter made sure to list any items that might have had a hint of alcohol. Service was very attentive, friendly and professional. The whole staff seemed to really enjoy their job. We started by sharing an appetizer of the creamy mushroom and autumn vegetables: a symphony on a plate; starting with the chestnut mousse and working our palette to the butternut squash tartlets. The sweatbreads and shrimp were inspirational, definitely a must try! Finally, dessert arrived with a trio of chocolate bavaroise and a divine orange infused creme brûlée. Everything was a pleasure to the eye and a palette. Biggest recommendation: if you're trying le st amour, you better go all out!

What a delight and surprise. Nestled between four buildings is an enclosed court yard. You would never know what is happening in the outside world. It is covered so you can enjoy the sun without the rain. The staff in this establish were superb. I watched one table of twelve and the gentleman who was serving them and by the end of the evening his service and performance were so well choreographed he blended in. Our own service was perfect. Attentive to everything. We now have atmosphere and service. Moving to food. A memorable meal. We did the discovery meal. The smaller one. And there is not a single part that I can highlight over the other because each part was genius. The foie gras served two ways. The simple presentation was clean and took so much in the kitchen to make us appear so beautiful. The multiple accompanying sauces peaked my curiosity. Then the small cherry wrapped piece was unimaginable and I can still savor it in my dream. The mushroom crumble over the lobster bisque! Who does that? How to make a mushroom sweet and mysterious. The flavors coming from the bisque. They coaxed out the complexity again. Clean and simple and that is harder than fifteen ingredients. Artic char with smashed cauliflower and cauliflower couscous. So easy to eat and so perfectly cooked. Finally our filet mignon. To say that it was like butter would be an understatement. The truffle oil and the small piece of bread created a symphony of flavors. I appreciate that the dessert was simple and did not try to over power the meal. We were spoiled by the whole thing!!

Over priced and cold food. The service was very good, although our server had difficulty explaining the details of each menu item. We loved the foie gras experience. My wife had the filet, which she said was the best she ever had. I ordered the lamp chops which was served cold. The entire dinner with 2 cocktails each, the foie gras, two appetizers, two entree's and a $150 bottle of white French burgundy was $500. Over priced and under delivered experience. Save your money.

Great service, good food, good atmosphere Went to Quebec city for a vacation and had wonderful time there. I wanted to try other foods there but too bad there was only Christmas menu available. However it took me about 2hours to finish my 6 course and I didn't felt board there.

Excellent food, crappy business model. We once had a great, great meal and so went back and were subjected to a 3-hour time lapse dinner with 30-40 minute waits between each course -- with no apology. WARNING: If you go, ask if there is a large party scheduled to dine there that evening. If so, cancel your reservation and go to one of your other choices.

This place lived up to the hype! I was researching for one of the best restaurants to have our one year wedding anniversary dinner during our quick stay in Quebec City, and this place was highly recommended. I didn't have time to make a reservation prior to our trip, but was fortunate enough to get some help from our hotel and was able to book a spot for an early dinner on the day of our arrival. When my husband and I arrived at the restaurant , they told us that we have plenty of time to enjoy our dinner since they didn't have another reservation for our table until 3 hrs later. We weren't really worried about time as we didn't plan on getting their gastronomy menu, but still glad that they gave us ample time to enjoy our food without feeling rushed. In the end, we ended up spending about 2 to 2.5hrs which we thought was just enough. I ordered the inspiration menu while my husband ordered a'la carte. Everything tasted fantastic. I was initially unsure if I would like the vegetable soup but it was delicious. I got duck for the entree, which tasted great (although I should say that this was my first time eating duck meat so my standards weren't pretty high to begin with :)). The portion size was just right for a 4-course meal, and their flavor profile was on point - nothing too salty and the flavors were well- balanced. My husband ordered lobster for his entrée and they gave him a generous amount for the price. Aside from the amazing food, what I loved about this place are the beautiful ambiance and excellent service. We were seated at a glassed-ceiling atrium on a rainy afternoon. The servers are super attentive and efficient without hovering too much. Don't expect a fast service and to be out of the place in less than an hour...just enjoy the fine dining experience and know that they want you to take your time and appreciate everything served in front of you!

We came to Le Saint-Amour by accident, after scurrying around Old Montreal late in the evening, in search of food. We were so hungry, we just stepped inside and asked for a table, not realizing that we were devastatingly under-dressed for the occasion. The crowd was elegant, older, and it felt very NOT touristy. In fact, you could tell who the tourists were (and they were us). The meal was perhaps the best we had in Canada during that trip. Simply amazing.

My husband and I dined here to celebrate our second wedding anniversary, and Le Saint-Amour did not disappoint. From the moment we walked in and were greeted, we were wished congratulations. The food and wine, as well as the service, was impeccable. We shared the seared foie gras, Arctic char, Quebec crustaceans, filet mignon, and the "audacious" dessert. Our waiter recommended the perfect Pinot noir to accompany our varied meal. This was our best meal in Quebec, and more than made up for a negative dining experience elsewhere the night before.

Hands down, the best restaurant I have eaten at the entire trip! Our group of 10 had reservations here and our server was probably the best we've had all weekend as well. While 4 of our friends did the pre-set menu, the rest of us ordered a la carte. Now, normally this is not allowed, as our server told us usually the entire table has to order one or the other. But since the 4 friends were all sitting together at a table that was pushed together with ours, he let us just this one time since their check would be separate. I forgot his name, but he was SUPER accommodating with food allergies and even made suggestions of how to modify the dishes. Great service most definitely. Ok, let's cut to the chase. Food... Seared Foie Gras (Appetizer) - MUST GET! Do not question it, just get it! It's seriously heaven in your mouth!! I would've ordered 2 orders if I knew how good this was! Turlo Farm Squab (Classic Meal) - Another MUST GET! It may look small, but it is DELISH! Squabs stuffed with Foie Gras...mmmm! Sooo good and flavorful! I love the side of veggies it comes with too! Ambiance of this restaurant is so quaint too with their garden like theme and dim lighting. Upstairs where the bathroom is has an entire room of wine too! Our table gladly helped polish off 3 of those bottles hehe. This place is a tad pricey, but completely worth every dollar!

Beautiful, Romantic Restaurant My top choice for fine dining in old Quebec City. This restaurant is stunning on the inside. Amazing wine list. Excellent french food. Everything from the service, the ambiance, the food - Saint-Amour is a leading example of how dining should be. We started with a complimentary mushroom mousse shot, and ordered the trout for a starter. For mains, we enjoyed the arctic char with scallops and the pork. Everything was cooked to perfection. Definitely recommend this restaurant for a romantic dinner with your significant other. We cannot wait to return for another amazing French meal on our next trip to Quebec City.

Very nice environment and friendly / attentive staff. The food was a bit "complicated" for me - what you would see maybe on chefs plate (fancy). Serving was just the right amount. I don't recommend this for kids just because of the type of food served.