Le Bengale
Chicoutimi
Restaurant in Chicoutimi, Canada
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Le Bengale is a practical Rue Racine E option for a flexible Chicoutimi dinner, especially Wednesday through Saturday when its evening hours run late. Book it for convenience and timing rather than a fully defined chef-led or regional-cuisine experience; for a clearer special-occasion choice, compare it with Chez Mathilde or other Chicoutimi peers first.
About Le Bengale
In Chicoutimi, Le Bengale is an evening option with a smart casual dress code. It operates Wednesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM and is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday.
Use the schedule and dress code to decide whether it fits your night. If the meal depends on a specific culinary style, pricing level, menu format, or signature dishes, compare options carefully before choosing.
Use it for a Chicoutimi evening, not a researched tasting-menu plan
Le Bengale is most useful when its hours match the plan. The schedule is concentrated from Wednesday through Saturday, 4 PM to midnight, which makes it a practical evening option on those days. Closed days matter: Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday are off the table.
For diners looking for more detail before committing, the main limitation is the lack of information on cuisine, sourcing, menu structure, pricing, or signature dishes. That does not rule it out; it simply changes the recommendation. If the goal is an evening in Chicoutimi and the hours work, it earns consideration. If the meal depends on a specific culinary style or format, compare options carefully before choosing.
Who should pick it over other options
Choose Le Bengale when the schedule and smart casual dress code suit your plans. If you are comparing it with Chez Mathilde, Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro, Le Point Cardinal, Le Saint-Laurent, or Restaurant Le Verre Lime, keep the comparison focused on the details that matter most for each venue.
Special-occasion diners should plan with the same caution. Le Bengale has an evening schedule and a smart casual dress code. For a casual date, a small group, or an evening plan in Chicoutimi, it may be worth checking; for a highly specific dinner brief, confirm the missing details directly before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 327 Rue Racine E, Chicoutimi, QC G7H 1S8, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- lebengaleracine.in
- Phone
- +14185440000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Le Bengale anchors itself on Rue Racine, Chicoutimi’s main commercial artery, and leans into the local food traditions of the Saguenay–Lac‑Saint‑Jean region. The restaurant works with regional ingredients, including dairy, freshwater fish, game and root vegetables, creating a dining experience that feels rooted and approachable. Its position on a familiar neighbourhood street and the sense of steady foot traffic give the place a personable, unpretentious character. Expect a locally minded Indian restaurant that harmonizes South Asian dishes with the rural and freshwater ingredients that shape the region.
Best For
Le Bengale works well as a neighbourhood destination for evening meals when the city’s local dining scene comes alive. It is particularly suited to date nights and special dinners that double as explorations of how regional Quebec ingredients meet Indian flavours. The approachable placement on Rue Racine also makes it a good option for casual meetups or a relaxed meal after exploring the city.
Ordering Tips
Start with familiar snacks like the samosas to get a sense of the kitchen’s take on classic Indian starters, then move to signature mains such as the butter chicken or the lamb vindaloo. The restaurant has ties to local sourcing and Saguenay country ingredients, so ask servers about dishes that feature regional dairy, freshwater fish or seasonal produce. If you’re visiting from outside the area, ordering one of the highlighted house classics is a reliable way to see how the menu balances Indian technique with local Québec ingredients.
Venue details
Ambiance
Beautiful decor and warm atmosphere with a well-oriented terrace.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- butter chicken
- lamb vindaloo
- samosas
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 327 Rue Racine E, Chicoutimi, QC G7H 1S8, Canada
Planning details
Location
327 Rue Racine E, Chicoutimi, QC G7H 1S8, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Restaurant Le Verre Lime, Notable alternative
- Chez Mathilde, Regional Cuisine, $$$
- Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro, Notable alternative
- Le Point Cardinal, Notable alternative
- Le Saint-Laurent, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Chicoutimi
Le Bengale is the easier pick when the decision is mostly about timing and a central Chicoutimi evening plan. It has a later Wednesday-to-Saturday schedule than many restaurants, which makes it useful for flexible dinners, but the lack of confirmed price range, cuisine type, awards, or chef details means it is harder to judge as a special-occasion booking.
Restaurant Le Verre Lime is the more natural cross-shop if the priority is staying within Chicoutimi and comparing local dining options before committing. Chez Mathilde is the clearer choice for diners who want a defined Regional Cuisine profile and a known $$$ tier; pick it when price expectations and occasion fit matter more than easy flexibility.
Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro, Le Point Cardinal, and Le Saint-Laurent are better treated as comparison points for a more planned meal outside the immediate Chicoutimi shortlist. If Le Bengale is unavailable or feels too undefined for the occasion, cross-shop Restaurant Le Verre Lime first for local convenience, then Chez Mathilde for a clearer regional-cuisine spend.
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Compare Le Bengale
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Bengale | Chicoutimi | , | , | No published awards |
| Restaurant Le Verre Lime | Chicoutimi | , | , | No published awards |
| Chez Mathilde | Tadoussac | Regional Cuisine | $$$ | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro | La Malbaie | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Point Cardinal | Québec | , | , | No published awards |
| Le Saint-Laurent | Québec | , | , | Michelin Guide France & Monaco 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Le Bengale good for a special occasion?
It can work if the details fit the occasion: Le Bengale is in Chicoutimi, operates Wednesday to Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM, and lists a smart casual dress code. If you need pricing, cuisine, menu format, or awards before choosing, check those details directly or compare with another option such as Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro.
How far ahead should I book Le Bengale?
The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM, with closures on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday. Restaurant Le Verre Lime is another comparison to consider while building an evening shortlist.
What should a first-timer know about Le Bengale?
Start with the basics: Le Bengale is in Chicoutimi, is closed Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and operates Wednesday through Saturday from 4 PM to 12 AM. The dress code is smart casual. If you want a more defined dining brief, compare it with Chez Mathilde.
Is Le Bengale good for solo dining?
Le Bengale is a Chicoutimi venue with Wednesday-to-Saturday evening hours and a smart casual dress code. If you are comparing options for one, Le Point Cardinal is another venue to check.
What are alternatives to Le Bengale?
Other venues to compare include Chez Mathilde, Chez Truchon - Auberge & Bistro, Le Point Cardinal, Le Saint-Laurent, and Restaurant Le Verre Lime. Le Bengale's planning details are its Chicoutimi location, Wednesday-to-Saturday 4 PM to 12 AM schedule, Monday/Tuesday/Sunday closures, and smart casual dress code.
