The best meat restaurants Quebec

Rustic, folkloric and warm are words that perfectly describe this restaurant, located in the basement of a small street in Old Montreal. On the menu: seafood platter, hot or fresh oysters, salmon gravlax, tartars, marrow bones, but above all a beautiful variety of wild meats prepared according to the chef's inspiration (the à la carte dishes often change). Are you ready to feel the soul of a Canadian hunter when tasting a buffalo burger, a two-way mustard rabbit or a deer shank stew?

An atmosphere verging on the lounge, a refined steakhouse version. Meats are tenderized using a natural process and grilled over maple charcoal: Boston cut, prime rib, dry-aged rib steak... In short, truly delicious grilled meats. What's more, the setting at Gare du Palais has a bucolic je-ne-sais-quoi that adds to the allure. Smart plan: their butcher's shop, located on site and in Lebourgneuf, offers cuts of meat, ready-made meals, side dishes, sauces, spices and other delights to take away.

A proud representative of Algeria, for 27 years in Montreal. The specialty of the site, the couscous, has been proven for a long time and is enjoying all the delicious and melting meats in the Maghreb. Lamb, rabbit, chicken and merguez are all invitations to travel to the country where food is an art of living alone.

We jump with pleasure for this restaurant whose country decor is heart-warming. Generous and comforting dishes, reflecting Quebec's terroir: applewood smoked duck breast, shredded rabbit poutine, cassoulets like Lapin Sauté, a discovery plate of the terroir (applewood smoked duck breast, salmon gravlax, rabbit rillettes, country pâté, Quebec cheese, roasted garlic and vegetable marinade)... And with such a name, the chef could not miss the cooking of rabbit in all its declinations.

Located in the former Sainte-Thérèse church, the premises, with their industrial and fragmented design, are sure to seduce from the outset. Then comes the menu displaying decadent and indecent dishes, which must be pronounced the famous "OMG". Succulent grilled meats, international flavours and burgers are worth a visit and are prepared with local beef aged for 30 days. The originality is there and for lovers of decadence, we recommend one of the dishes "signed OMG". Several bars, large terrace with bar and underfloor heating, fireplaces.

As the name suggests, so does the logo, and indeed on the menu (fried) chicken reigns supreme. Sourced from the Voltigeurs farm 100 km from Montreal, the meat is of the highest quality. Fried in a crispy cornflake breading, the chicken remains juicy and tender. You can also choose from a range of homemade sauces to accompany the generous pieces. On weekends, the brunch menu features chicken & waffles, an American specialty that's a must-try here! Other options, with and without chicken, are also interesting.

It's almost like being in the American South, and everything contributes to this impression, from the restaurant's decor to the gourmet menu where barbecue cuisine reigns supreme. Briskets, pork ribs, pork bellies and other delicious meats are offered by the half-pound, not forgetting the traditional accompaniments (square bread, sweet pickles, pickled onions, etc.). The menu doesn't stop there, and every day there's a promotion to save on meals and/or alcohol. The perfect address for the cowboy in you!

The Triple Crown Dinette is a South American style restaurant with fried chicken as the undisputed star. We recommend the plate that includes two pieces of fried chicken, a buttermilk roll, a side dish (green beans and potatoes, pinto beans or coleslaw, for example), a little chicken sauce and a chocolate cookie. Another star on the menu: the famous fried chicken and cheddar and chive waffle combo with Espelette pepper maple syrup. Beautiful, good and inexpensive, perfect for a meal on the go!

Here, we take barbecuing seriously! All meats are cooked and smoked over open flames and charcoal of various species. The result is tasty dishes like the brisket burger, smoked beef short rib, St-Louis spareribs and the spitter's platter, featuring a selection of their grilled and smoked meats. Under its new management, the menu has been renewed, both on land and sea. Bonus: a tiki bar on the superb terrace overlooking the Richelieu River.

Located at the foot of the ski slopes, this restaurant offers a resolutely trendy atmosphere. The grill on the ^2nd floor, with an open-plan kitchen, offers grills on a maple wood fire with a fine selection of scotches, cognacs and brandy, and a rich wine list. The bistro-bar, located on the ^1st floor, offers a simpler menu, live music groups and entertainment in season. Large terrace with a view of the Place Saint-Bernard.

Le Boucan pays homage to the cuisine of the southern United States with this smoke house dedicated to meats smoked on site. Among the house's most popular dishes: BBQ ribs, pulled pork sandwich (also available in a poutine version), BBQ salmon, chicken sandwich with Alabama sauce, and well-topped burgers. Big appetites will opt for the Assiette du p'tit boss, which combines several specialties. It is served with a beer from a Quebec microbrewery or, to stay within the theme, a small bourbon (American whiskey).

A stone's throw from the river and marina, this is a gourmet address not to be missed. Don't look for a storefront, but rather an outdoor venue with a festive flair. The menu is all barbecue, from ribs to smoked beef brisket burgers, poutine and pulled pork tacos. And since you're in danger of developing an addiction, you should know that THÉO BBQ also has a boutique in Berthier-sur-Mer (spices, sauces, meats, prepared foods...), which also features a number of in-house products.