Bistro du Midi

4.6

4529 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

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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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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu
$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.
Thanksgiving Dinner at Bistro du Midi
$90.00 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner at Bistro du Midi with a pre-fixe menu for $90. We are seating from 10:30am to 8:00pm with accommodations in both the Bistro and our upstairs Main Dining Room. Please be sure to note any location preferences you may have. Final menu details will be announced soon!
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!

Popular dishes

American Wagyu Beef Tartare$28.00
marcona almonds, quail egg, summer truffle
Tuna Tartare$24.00
sesame, radish, spring onion, avocado and leek emulsion
Ora King Salmon Crudo$26.00
morel mushrooms, fiddleheads, green apple gazpacho
Shrimp Cocktail$30.00
6 pieces, horseradish, cocktail sauce
Selection of Oysters$24.00
cucumber mignonette & cocktail sauce
Petit Plateau$49.00
selection of assorted shellfish / serves one or two
Grand Plateau$135.00
selection of assorted shellfish / serves two to four
Black River Ossetra Caviar$125.00
creamy, nutty, rich
Bistro du Midi Caviar$145.00
light, clean, floral

Mer & Terre

Halibut$46.00
sourdough crusted, bok choy, hen of the woods, lemongrass emulsion
Ora King Salmon$45.00
chorizo, heirloom tomatoes, fava beans, sweet corn emulsion
Bouillabaisse du Midi$61.00
lobster, scallop, shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams
Freebird Farms Chicken$38.00
green garlic, sunflower risotto, plums, chicken jus
Duck Breast$43.00
lentilles du puy, baby carrots, kale, peking duck jus
Filet Mignon$62.00
pommes purée, rainbow chard, smokey bleu bordelaise
Ribeye$59.00
short rib tots, almonds, gem lettuce, sauce au poivre

Premier Plats*

Arugula & Endive$17.00
almonds, goat cheese, strawberries, summer vegetables
Heirloom Beets Lyonnaise$19.00
lardons, poached egg, haricots verts, frisée
Chilled Melon Soup$21.00
smoked bluefish, peaches, crostini, summer truffles
Spanish Octopus$27.00
squid ink, prosciutto, pickled peppers, smoked fingerlings
Foie Gras Torchon$28.00
brandied cherries, passion fruit, figs, grilled toast
Charcuterie Selection$24.00
niçoise & castelvetrano olives, chardonnay mustard
A-5 Japanese Wagyu$57.00
black truffle pommes purée, hen of woods, shoyu
Beet Gnocchi$27.00
pink lady apple, brown butter seeds, feta cheese
Tomato Ricotta Tortellini$29.00
maine mussels, uni, heirloom tomatoes, bottarga

Legumes & Pommes de Terre

Asparagus$16.00
walnuts, goat cheese, pomegranate, thyme
Pommes Frites$12.00
piment d'espelette
Pommes Purée$12.00
garlic butter, chives
Wild Mushrooms$19.00
wilted romaine, apple, black garlic vinaigrette
Peas & Favas$14.00
prosciutto, nduja, marcona almonds, lemon

What 4,529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
French
Boston
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro du Midi offers a delightful dining experience with its "creative dishes and wonderful service." Located across from the Boston Commons, it boasts an excellent ambiance, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including standout dishes like duck breast and chocolate soufflé. The attentive staff ensures a memorable visit.

4,529 Reviews

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Michael
Las Vegas
73 reviews
vip
5.0
73 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent….from the appetizers to the dessert. The bouillabaisse was on the next level…full of fresh fish with an amazing broth.
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Lloyd
New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite restaurant in Boston. Reminds us of the seven years we spent living in Southern France. Appetizers and entrées are always superbly, prepared and presented and topped off by excellent service from the staff of the restaurant.
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David
Cincinnati
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was outstanding and the service, though rushed in the beginning, was also great. The room was beautiful, the tables comfortable, and my duck cooked properly. The upstairs room needs some acoustic panels to soak up some of the hubbub of the room. Given the spacious tables, I found it difficult to hear the people across the table from me or the server. All that said, I'd gladly return for another meal.
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Imani
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful! We celebrated my sister’s birthday and everything was great.
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Dorothy
Vancouver
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Delightful experience at the Bistro du Midi! Lovely setting across from the public garden, incredible food, excellent wait service - they even took note of one of our party for whom we were celebrating her recent PhD accomplishment. We couldn’t have had a better time.
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Yoshi
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely dinner experience at Bistro du Midi. The food and drink were delicious. We especially enjoyed a special scallop appetizer, a clean but intriguing arugula and endive salad, plus bouillabaisse and duck entrees that were wonderful comfort foods on a rainy fall evening The waiter’s recommendations were spot on and he timed the meal beautifully so we finished in time for a show without ever feeling rushed.
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Chris
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another perfect dining date night out. Superbly executed service, food, and ambiance.
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William
New York City
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lunch today was a positive experience from being greeted at the welcoming station through the meal. Alberto Petricca is a great host and Allejandro as always is friendly and very reliable and attentive. The food was fine and the ambiance on the second floor is above the average -very lovely, quiet but not without vitality. It was a business lunch and by placing us in a corner table, they were sensitive for the need for some privacy. The price was appropriate. I'll go back for either business or pleasure.
Bistro du MidiResponded 1 day ago
Hello William - Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are pleased to see that you enjoyed your business lunch. And thank also for recognizing Alberto & Allejandro who both take great pride in their service. We are excited to be able to host you again in the future!
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ToughGrader
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We picked Bistro du Midi on a recommendation from French friend for a place for an anniversary dinner, and we were thrilled. It was the nicest evening out in a long time. Food, service, atmosphere all impeccable. I was suspicious at first with some of the creative combinations, but they put a smile on this curmudgeon’s face: foie gras and banana—who knew? Every dish was a delicious adventure and the sommelier guided us expertly to a reasonable bottle much tastier than our usual. Quite a treat!
Bistro du MidiResponded 1 day ago
Hello - Thank you very much for the kind words. We are so happy to see that you fully enjoyed your experience with us. We appreciate you choosing us for your special occasion and we hope to see you again soon!
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Rita
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We like the restaurant because it is consistent and good.
Bistro du MidiResponded 1 day ago
Hello Rita - Thank you for taking the time and for the review. We hope to see you again soon.
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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 4529 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 65 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

272 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

Cross street
Arlington
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, 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

Bistro du Midi

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu

Thanksgiving Dinner at Bistro du Midi

Midday at Bistro Du Midi

Halibut

Salmon Benedict

Apricot Soufflé

Cru, Shellfish, Caviar*

American Wagyu Beef Tartare$28.00

Tuna Tartare$24.00

Ora King Salmon Crudo$26.00

Shrimp Cocktail$30.00

Selection of Oysters$24.00

Petit Plateau$49.00

Grand Plateau$135.00

Black River Ossetra Caviar$125.00

Bistro du Midi Caviar$145.00

Mer & Terre

Halibut$46.00

Ora King Salmon$45.00

Bouillabaisse du Midi$61.00

Freebird Farms Chicken$38.00

Duck Breast$43.00

Filet Mignon$62.00

Ribeye$59.00

Premier Plats*

Arugula & Endive$17.00

Heirloom Beets Lyonnaise$19.00

Chilled Melon Soup$21.00

Spanish Octopus$27.00

Foie Gras Torchon$28.00

Charcuterie Selection$24.00

A-5 Japanese Wagyu$57.00

Beet Gnocchi$27.00

Tomato Ricotta Tortellini$29.00

Legumes & Pommes de Terre

Asparagus$16.00

Pommes Frites$12.00

Pommes Purée$12.00

Wild Mushrooms$19.00

Peas & Favas$14.00

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