Bistro du Midi

Visa Dining Collection

4.6

4677 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

272 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people

Apr 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

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.

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
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

Staglin Family Vineyard Wine Dinner
$300.00 per person
Prepaid
May 6, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us on May 6th as we host an exclusive wine dinner featuring the Staglin Family Vineyard and winemaker Fredrik Johansson. Enjoy a four-course menu by Chef Robert Sisca, paired with select wines from Staglin Family Vineyard, curated by Beverage Director Benjamin Chesna. Visit BistroduMidi.com/happenings for full menu details.
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.
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!

Private dining

Popular dishes

American Wagyu Beef Tartare$31.00
cornichon, shallot, quail egg, osetra caviar
Tuna Tartare$25.00
sesame, avocado, spring onion, plankton tuille
Ora King Salmon Crudo$28.00
rhubarb, strawberry, lemon oil
Selection of Oysters$24.00
mignonette, cocktail sauce, horseradish
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$33.00
six pieces, cocktail sauce, horseradish
Petit Plateau$54.00
selection of assorted shellfish (serves one or two)
Grand Plateau$138.00
selection of assorted shellfish (serves two to four)
Osetra Royal Reserve Caviar$140.00
rich, buttery, creamy
BdM Kaluga Hybrid Caviar$145.00
light, clean, floral

Premier Plats

Arugula & Endive Salade$18.00
bleu cheese, walnut, radish, spring vegetables
Heirloom Beet Salade$21.00
lardons, goat cheese, egg, frisée, fougasse
Smoked White Asparagus Soup$24.00
escargot, iberico ham, sweet potato
Spanish Octopus$29.00
squid ink, prosciutto, pickled pepper, smoked fingerlings
Foie Gras Terrine$31.00
banana, walnut, cherry
Charcuterie Board$26.00
niçoise & castelvetrano olives, chardonnay mustard
A5 Japanese Wagyu$57.00
hen of the woods, shishito pepper, shoyu
Stinging Nettle Gnocchi$29.00
pine nut, goat cheese, ramp pistou
Swiss Chard Tortellini$32.00
ricotta, foraged mushroom, black winter truffle

Mer & Terre

Halibut$48.00
bread crust, fat moon oyster mushroom, cauliflower, curry shrimp broth
Ora King Salmon$47.00
fresh garbanzo, asparagus, spring pea wasabi emulsion
Bouillabaisse du Midi$64.00
lobster, scallop, shrimp, calamari, mussels, clams
Freebird Farm Chicken$39.00
green garlic, sunflower risotto, plum, chicken jus
Culver Farm Duck Breast$49.00
leg confit, lardons, flageolet beans, burgundy jus
Greater Omaha Filet Mignon$62.00
pommes purée, spinach, black winter truffle bordelaise
Prime Brandt NY Strip$79.00
potato confit, shallot, watercress, sauce au poivre

Legumes & Pommes de Terre

Grilled Asparagus$16.00
walnut, goat cheese, thyme
Pommes Frites$12.00
piment d'espelette
Pommes Purée$12.00
garlic butter, chives
Wild Mushroom Tarte$19.00
puff pastry, mushroom duxelles, black garlic vinaigrette
Spring Peas & Fava Beans$21.00
prosciutto, shallot, mint

What 4,677 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
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
French
Boston
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro du Midi, located by Boston's scenic Public Garden, offers "superb food and service" in an elegant setting. Guests rave about the "delicious" French-inspired cuisine, especially the duck confit and chocolate soufflé. The waitstaff is "impeccable," enhancing the dining experience. It's perfect for special occasions and casual outings alike.

4,677 Reviews

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Katherine VIP
Greater Boston17 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We thought the food was superb. Our server was lovely. It was noisy which affected the ambience. The setting is lovely. We will return and ask for a quiet table.
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Linda VIP
Raleigh118 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our meal! French fries got high marks from those who had them. The eggs and omelets were terrific. We loved the chocolate soufflés and pear sorbet. We all left happy and full! Our server, Camilla, was attentive and lovely.
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Assel
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! Great service! Warm atmosphere! We enjoyed our family brunch 🌷
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Brian VIP
Greater Boston23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best date spots in Boston. Great food and service, beautiful location and space.
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Thomas
New York City47 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A nice upscale French restaurant to pamper yourself before a show.
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Charles
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely lunch to celebrate a family birthday including our wheelchair bound 90 year old mother. Consider ordering the souffle dessert when you order the entrees!!
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Tiffany VIP
Greater Boston21 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious flavors; oysters and beet salad were very fresh. Impeccable service.
Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago
Hello Tiffany - Thank you for the very nice compliments. We are pleased to see that you found the menu items to be enjoyable. We hope to see you again. Best regards, Errol Joseph, GM
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M VIP
Greater Boston180 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice experience. Our sever Camille, was lovely.
Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago
Thank you very much for the nice comments. We appreciate you recognizing your server, Camile, as she takes her service very seriously. We look forward to seeing you again! Best regards, Errol Joseph, GM
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Matamba VIP
Dallas3 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The quality has plummeted from a few years ago. They are clearly using cheaper ingredients, and although the staff is friendly they are not as well trained as they used to be.
Bistro du MidiResponded on March 31, 2025
Hello Matamba - Thank you for your review and feedback. I am sorry to see that you did not enjoy your brunch experience. I will contact you directly as well. Best regards, Errol Joseph, GM
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Joseph VIP
Chicago11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bistro du Midi provides inovative cuisine deilived with impeccable service in an elegant setting overlooking the Public Garden. This restaurant is well deserving of a Michelin star.
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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 4677 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Additional information

Staglin Family Vineyard Wine Dinner

Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu

Midday at Bistro Du Midi

Wine Room

Semi-Private Alcove

Custom inquiry

Halibut

Apricot Soufflé

Salmon Benedict

Cru, Shellfish, & Caviar

American Wagyu Beef Tartare$31.00

Tuna Tartare$25.00

Ora King Salmon Crudo$28.00

Selection of Oysters$24.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$33.00

Petit Plateau$54.00

Grand Plateau$138.00

Osetra Royal Reserve Caviar$140.00

BdM Kaluga Hybrid Caviar$145.00

Premier Plats

Arugula & Endive Salade$18.00

Heirloom Beet Salade$21.00

Smoked White Asparagus Soup$24.00

Spanish Octopus$29.00

Foie Gras Terrine$31.00

Charcuterie Board$26.00

A5 Japanese Wagyu$57.00

Stinging Nettle Gnocchi$29.00

Swiss Chard Tortellini$32.00

Mer & Terre

Halibut$48.00

Ora King Salmon$47.00

Bouillabaisse du Midi$64.00

Freebird Farm Chicken$39.00

Culver Farm Duck Breast$49.00

Greater Omaha Filet Mignon$62.00

Prime Brandt NY Strip$79.00

Legumes & Pommes de Terre

Grilled Asparagus$16.00

Pommes Frites$12.00

Pommes Purée$12.00

Wild Mushroom Tarte$19.00

Spring Peas & Fava Beans$21.00

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