L'Orée du Bois
15 Chem. Kingsmere, Chelsea, QC J9B 1A1, Canada
Phone: (819) 827-0332
Website: http://fr.oreeduboisrestaurant.com/
L'Orée du Bois in Chelsea is a 4.7-star French restaurant with 1,833 Google reviews, known for Scallops with bacon and artichoke chips and Smoked duck salad.
Why we love it
- French cuisine with refined dishes
- Located near Near Chem. Kingsmere and Chem. Noûch.
- Rustic cabin setting, unique food, attentive service
- Fine dining with holiday menus
- French cuisine with refined dishes
- Located near Near Chem. Kingsmere and Chem. Noûch.
- Rustic cabin setting, unique food, attentive service
- Fine dining with holiday menus
What to Order
Scallops with bacon and artichoke chips
This hot entree features perfectly cooked scallops, complemented by crispy bacon and delicate artichoke chips, creating a memorable flavor and texture combination.
"The hot entree was also memorable- scallops with bacon and artichoke chips."
Leo
Smoked duck salad
A delicious cold entree, this salad combines fresh greens with rich, flavorful smoked duck, offering a delightful start to your meal.
"The cold entree was delicious - a salad with smoked duck."
Leo
Soup
Often highlighted as a delicious and comforting starter, the soup is a consistently praised item on the menu, known for its exquisite flavor.
"The best plat was the potage and the déssert."
Francis Clément
Salmon with sauce
The salmon dish is noted for its excellent quality and flavorful sauce, making it a standout main course option.
"L’assiette de saumon et sa sauce étaient excellents tout comme le reste du repas."
Rosanda Cuenca
Dessert
The desserts are consistently praised as decadent and a perfect ending to the meal, often described as exquisite and delightful.
"The food was exquisite starting with a delicious soup and ending with a decadent dessert."
Tom Proulx
Inside Scoop
- Be aware that special holiday menus (like Valentine's Day or New Year's Eve) might be the only option and can be pricey.
- The restaurant can get quite noisy, so it's not ideal if you're looking for a very quiet, intimate dinner.
- There can be a cold draft near some tables, especially in winter, so dress warmly or request a table away from the door.
- The wine pairings are consistently excellent and highly recommended to enhance your meal.
- Service can be very fast-paced, with dishes arriving quickly one after another, which might not suit those who prefer a leisurely dining experience.
