Lac-Saint-Jean: An Unparalleled Culinary Journey

Around the lake, you’ll find plenty of restaurants, cheese shops, farms, and microbreweries waiting to introduce you to their specialties.

A wide and varied selection of dining options

They bring life to the towns and villages of Lac-Saint-Jean and delight countless tourists… there’s no shortage of restaurants here! Sample regional specialties and must-try dishes—and treat yourself! Choose from a wide variety of gourmet options to make the most of your stay in the region.

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Zone Boréale’s Flavor Ambassadors

As a boreal region, Lac-Saint-Jean showcases local products and expertise developed in areas that are both wild and agricultural. Discover all the traditional dishes of the Lac-Saint-Jean region at our “Ambassadors of Flavor” restaurants.

What is a Flavor Ambassador?

An “Ambassador of Flavors” is a restaurant that proudly uses products from Lac-Saint-Jean to showcase their excellence. Each season, it offers flavors that are emblematic of our region and promotes the producers and processors who supply them.

Who are the Flavor Ambassadors?

There aren’t many of them, but they won’t let you down! Among them are Resto 3F and Microbrasserie Le Coureur des Bois in Dolbeau-Mistassini, Le Baumier and Ô Pied Marin in Saint-Félicien, Chef du Terroir and Café in Alma, and L’Orée des Champs in Saint-Nazaire.

Saint-Félicien

Restaurant le Baumier

Here’s a culinary ambassador who’s sure to wow you! Le Baumier is the perfect place to enjoy a truly delightful dining experience. In its warm and charming setting, savor innovative dishes inspired by Nordic flavors, crafted by the two head chefs, Patrick Fournier and Sébastien Simard. Each season, enjoy a new variety of dishes created with passion, combining the quality and freshness of our regional flavors.

Ô Pied Marin

If you’re in the mood for a delicious traditional meal with a breathtaking view of the lake, head to Ô Pied Marin. Located at the marina de Saint-Félicien on the banks of the Ashuapmushuan River, it offers a double treat: a feast for both your taste buds and your eyes. Enjoy magnificent sunsets while savoring healthy, sustainable dishes made with local ingredients.

Dolbeau-Mistassini

Microbrasserie le Coureur des Bois

For a break with friends or family, stop by the  microbrasserie le Coureur des Bois to enjoy simple, flavorful dishes made with local ingredients. And, of course, sample their delicious craft beers on-site to quench your thirst! Be sure to visit the shop to discover local products, and don’t miss their incredible brewery.

Resto 3F

By sourcing ingredients through short supply chains, Resto 3F offers dishes made with seasonal produce from local farmers. Enjoy a high-quality culinary experience that celebrates the boreal region all year round.

Alma

Chef du Terroir

A producer of cheeses, beers, jams, and spices, Chef du Terroir is first and foremost a restaurant offering wonderful culinary discoveries to explore.

With a mission to showcase dedicated and talented local producers, Chef Mary Gravel has truly succeeded in her mission and offers delicious dishes made with local ingredients.

L’Exode Café

This urban coffee is the perfect spot for all kinds of breaks: catching up with friends over coffee, having lunch with coworkers, or taking a break after a workout. Enjoy fresh, high-quality dishes that highlight the region’s signature flavors and, of course, are made with local ingredients.

Saint-Nazaire : à l’Orée des Champs

For delicious local cuisine featuring lamb as the main ingredient, prepared right on a farm by the lake, head to l’Orée des Champs! Offering a wide selection of lamb meats and charcuterie, the restaurant also serves its signature dishes on-site. It’s the perfect spot for a warm, high-quality dining experience to share with a lamb lover!

Le Lac-St-Jean : une route gourmande incontournable

Lac-Saint-Jean offers an incredible culinary tour that’s sure to delight your taste buds! All the local producers and restaurateurs are committed to bringing their creations to life through culinary explorations inspired by the flavors and specialties we hold so dear. As you can see, if you want to sample high-quality, seasonal products, there’s only one thing left to do: take a trip to Lac-Saint-Jean!