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Bistro du Midi, Boston, MA

Bistro du Midi

4.6
4.6
4558 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
Bistro du Midi's cuisine features French Cuisine inspired by Coastal New England influences. Our wine list represents the true soul of a bistro wine list. In a classic French bistro, wine is very much a part of every meal. As such, we offer a variety of experiences and wines at a tremendous value in a range of prices. Our elegant yet relaxed environment overlooks Boston's beautiful Public Garden with a spectacular view. A street level Bistro features floor-to-ceiling windows, and in the spring and summer our patio provides some of the most optimal al fresco dining in the city.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid-Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 279-8000
  • Website
    http://www.bistrodumidi.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Iacobazzi
  • Private party facilities
    We offer both private and semi-private dining for lunch, brunch and dinner. Our private Wine Room seats up to 30, and our semi-private Alcove seats 12. Three-course menu options, an extensive wine list and reception items are offered. Full restaurant and floor buyouts are welcomed.
  • Private party contact
    Catherine Dineen : (617) 279-0879
  • Location
    272 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Arlington
  • Parking details
    Parking is available on the street or at the Motor Mart Garage after 5pm for dinner service at a special rate of $10 for up to three hours.
  • Public transit
    Bistro du Midi sits directly across from Boston's Public Garden half a block from the Arlington T station on the Green Line, on the outskirts of the fabulous Back Bay neighborhood.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu

    USD 175.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in Chef Robert Sisca's seasonal tasting menu, a curated culinary experience featuring local ingredients and innovative flavors. Each course is a celebration of the season, crafted to delight your palate and elevate your dining experience.

  • Midday at Bistro Du Midi

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our lighter midday menu which includes Bistro favorites such as Fresh Oysters, Cheese & Charcuterie, Sandwiches, and Salads. Available daily from 3 - 5pm & now taking reservations!
    Midday at Bistro Du Midi photo

  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    USD 175.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate a joyous 2024 by joining Bistro du Midi for dinner on New Year's Eve. Dinner will consist of an amazing five-course pre-fix tasting menu (with choices) created by Chef Robert Sisca and will feature an optional premium wine pairing. Please note that our regular dinner menu will not be available on New Year's Eve and that seating will be taking place in both our upstairs Main Dining Room and our downstairs Bistro. Please make note of any seating requests with your reservation.

Menu

Cru, Shellfish, Caviar

  • American Wagyu Beef TartareUSD 28.00

    marcona almond, quail egg, burgundy truffle

    • Tuna TartareUSD 24.00

      sesame, radish, spring onion, avocado & leek emulsion

      • Ora King Salmon CrudoUSD 26.00

        pine nut, chanterelle mushroom, jalapeño

        • Selection of OystersUSD 24.00

          mignonette, cocktail sauce, horseradish

          • Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUSD 30.00

            six pieces, cocktail sauce, horseradish

            • Petit PlateauUSD 49.00

              selection of assorted shellfish (serves one or two)

              • Grand PlateauUSD 135.00

                selection of assorted shellfish (serves two to four)

                • Osetra Royal ReserveUSD 140.00

                  rich, butter, creamy

                  • BdM Kaluga Hybrid CaviarUSD 145.00

                    light, clean, floral

                    Premier Plats

                    • Arugula & Endive SaladeUSD 17.00

                      bleu cheese, apple, radish, fall vegetables

                      • Heirloom Beet SaladeUSD 19.00

                        lardons, goat cheese, egg, frisée, fougasse

                        • French Onion SoupUSD 22.00

                          black winter truffle, aged comte, sherry

                          • Spanish OctopusUSD 27.00

                            squid ink, prosciutto, pickled pepper, smoked fingerlings

                            • Foie Gras TorchonUSD 28.00

                              banana, walnut, plum, fig

                              • Charcuterie BoardUSD 29.00

                                niçoise & castelvetrano olives, chardonnay mustard

                                • A5 Japanese WagyuUSD 57.00

                                  hen of the woods, shishito pepper, shoyu

                                  • Beet GnocchiUSD 26.00

                                    apple, brown butter seeds, feta cheese

                                    • Tomato Ricotta TortelliniUSD 29.00

                                      maine mussels, uni, heirloom tomato, bottarga

                                      Mer & Terre

                                      • HalibutUSD 47.00

                                        bread crust, bluefoot mushroom, cauliflower, curry-shrimp broth

                                        • Ora King SalmonUSD 46.00

                                          chorizo, sweet potato, broccolini, pomegranate, squash emulsion

                                          • Bouillabaisse du MidiUSD 64.00

                                            lobster, scallop, shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams

                                            • Freebird Farm ChickenUSD 39.00

                                              green garlic, sunflower risotto, plum, chicken jus

                                              • Crescent Farm Duck BreastUSD 45.00

                                                crispy rice, corn, ginger-lemongrass duck jus

                                                • Filet MignonUSD 62.00

                                                  pommes purée, spinach, black truffle bordelaise

                                                  • Brandt RibeyeUSD 59.00

                                                    potato confit, shallot, watercress, sauce au poivre

                                                    Legumes & Pommes de Terre

                                                    • Grilled BroccoliniUSD 16.00

                                                      walnut, goat cheese, thyme

                                                      • Pommes FritesUSD 12.00

                                                        piment d’espelette

                                                        • Pommes PuréeUSD 12.00

                                                          garlic butter, chives

                                                          • Wild Mushroom TarteUSD 19.00

                                                            puff pastry, mushroom duxelles, black garlic vinaigrette

                                                            • Honeynut SquashUSD 17.00

                                                              pine nut, apple, sage, brown butter

                                                              Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu

                                                              • Amuse Bouche

                                                                chef’s daily creation

                                                                • Ora King Tyee Crudo

                                                                  lightly torched, pine nut, sea bean, oscietra caviar, apple

                                                                  • Poached Lobster

                                                                    gnocchi, black trumpet mushroom, winter black truffle cauliflower emulsion

                                                                    • Seared Foie Gras

                                                                      banana, walnut, plum

                                                                      • White Truffle Tagliatelle

                                                                        cultured butter, parmigiano, chives, fresh alba white truffles

                                                                        • Fallow Venison

                                                                          black truffle potato dauphinoise, sunchoke purée, brussels, venison jus

                                                                          • Ile Flottante

                                                                            fig jam, poached pear, crème anglaise, crisp prosciutto

                                                                            Last updated: 10 December 2024

                                                                            What 4,558 people are saying

                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                            4.6
                                                                            4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                            • 4.6Food
                                                                            • 4.6Service
                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                            • 4.3Value

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                                                                              French

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                                                                            Review summary

                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                            Bistro du Midi delights with its "excellent drinks, beautiful atmosphere," and attentive staff. Located across from Boston Commons, it offers a scenic dining experience. Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including oysters, truffle pasta, and divine soufflés. The service is consistently praised, making it a top choice for special occasions.

                                                                            4,558 Reviews

                                                                            1. Sasha

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              27 reviews

                                                                              vip
                                                                              3.0

                                                                              27 reviews

                                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                              Just ok. Years ago used to be better. Food is just ok and service is great. Amazing deserts however so I would come for deserts. Dinner was salmon, duck, octopus, and tartar - all was good but just average.

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                                                                            2. R

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              vip
                                                                              3.0

                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Felt rushed with constant wait staff looking to clear a plate if seemed empty.

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                                                                            3. michael

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              4.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                              it was pretty much what we expected in a high end restaurant (altho it was definitely high end) but we were seated underneath a heating unit and it was cold. On request, they turned the unit off (or at least down) but it came back on before we finish our meal.

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                                                                            4. Richard

                                                                              Naples

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              vip
                                                                              3.0

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              This used to be a classic French restaurant and very elegant- now it’s a loud sort of French restaurant- it was 30th anniversary and we given a table by the elevator and bar- my friends steak was incorrect and the waiter and manager attempted to pass the blame to us like they were doing us a favor - then did nothing for our 30th and I had to make a request and they gave us complimentary French mini-muffins on a plate that said happy anniversary - all patrons get these - the wine steward did make an excellent choice - things happen but management was poor and we would not go back without an apology

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                                                                            5. Angelo

                                                                              New York City

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Mistral and Aquitaine are among my favorite French restaurants in Boston, but I had not tried Bistro du Midi until last night. I would now give this the top rank. We had the special ribeye, buillabase, duck, steak tartare, tortellini , octopus and everything was delectable. Service and atmosphere are also top notch. Even the kids pizza was unbelievable. Given the flawless dinner, I expected the desserts to be the same,  and while the chocolate soufflé and crème brûlée were excellent, the other items we tried were good, but not great. You may need a second job to pay for the dinner, but if you have the money to drop, it’s worth it. 
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 2 days ago
                                                                              Hello Angelo - Thank you for the wonderful review, and we are honored to be being named along the other top Boston restaurants you mentioned! We hope to see you again next time you are in town!

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                                                                            6. Daniela

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great server, delicious food, amazing company, what more can I ask for ?! Thank you
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 4 days ago
                                                                              Hello Daniela - Thank you for the wonderful words. We are appreciative that you enjoyed your server, Jose, who takes great pride in his service. We hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                            7. Brandon

                                                                              Portland

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Very old world. Large attentive staff of professionals. Timing was excellent and efficient. The food was outstanding and the room was warm and comfortable
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 2 days ago
                                                                              Hello Brandon - Thank you for the very nice comments. We appreciate you recognizing the staff and their professionalism. And there is something to be said about a being a little "old world" as we just celebrated our 15th anniversary! We hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                            8. Greg

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              32 reviews

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              32 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              First time. Great meal with 6 of us. Everyone went home happy.
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 2 days ago
                                                                              Hello Greg - Thank you for the five-star review! We hope you dinner experience was the first of many to come and we hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                            9. Jose

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              5.0

                                                                              1 review

                                                                              Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                              Great dare night, ambiance was perfect, food and service too.
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 2 days ago
                                                                              Hello Jose - Thank you for the wonderful comments! To see that everything was "perfect" is very humbling. We hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                            10. Jim

                                                                              Greater Boston

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              vip
                                                                              4.0

                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                              Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                              Great food with excellent choices. The upstairs was packed on a Saturday night and a little on the noisy side.
                                                                              Bistro du MidiResponded 2 days ago
                                                                              Hello Jim - Thank you for the review. We appreciate the feedback and hope to see you again.

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                                                                            FAQs

                                                                            Bistro du Midi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 279-8000.

                                                                            Bistro du Midi is rated 4.6 stars by 4558 OpenTable diners.

                                                                            Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                            2 people
                                                                            7:00 pm
                                                                            Booked 56 times today
                                                                            Experiences are available.

                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                            Google Map for Bistro du Midi

                                                                            272 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

                                                                            Additional information

                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                              Arlington
                                                                            • Area
                                                                              Back Bay
                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                              Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Mid-Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                            • Price
                                                                              $31 to $50
                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                              French, Seafood
                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                              Fine Dining
                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                              Smart Casual
                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                              Parking is available on the street or at the Motor Mart Garage after 5pm for dinner service at a special rate of $10 for up to three hours.
                                                                            • Public transit
                                                                              Bistro du Midi sits directly across from Boston's Public Garden half a block from the Arlington T station on the Green Line, on the outskirts of the fabulous Back Bay neighborhood.
                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                              AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                              David Iacobazzi
                                                                            • Additional
                                                                              Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                            • Website
                                                                              http://www.bistrodumidi.com/
                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                              (617) 279-8000
                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                              We offer both private and semi-private dining for lunch, brunch and dinner. Our private Wine Room seats up to 30, and our semi-private Alcove seats 12. Three-course menu options, an extensive wine list and reception items are offered. Full restaurant and floor buyouts are welcomed.
                                                                            • Private party contact
                                                                              Catherine Dineen : (617) 279-0879
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