Diners' Choice: French restaurants in Greater Boston

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall French cuisine in Greater Boston? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

La Voile

4.9

4.9 (5635)

$31 to $50

French

Back Bay

About the restaurant

La Voile is an authentic French brasserie, opened in Cannes in 1947. After a few years under a new ownership, it relocated to Boston in 2007.

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dylan

Dined 7 days ago

Phenomenal, you walk in and the place is beautiful. The smells of amazing food and people smiling. The service is great and the staff are very knowledgeable on wine and are very helpful with picking dishes. I went simple and got the chicken which I can say was one of the best dishes I’ve ever had. We got mussels as an appetizer which was also really good. It just brought me back to being in France and was such a lovely experience. 100% going back

Mistral - Boston

4.8

4.8 (6247)

$30 and under

French

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Located in Boston's trendy South End, Mistral is a culinary destination that transports you to the picturesque charm of Provence. Immerse yourself in an inviting atmosphere adorned with hand-picked pottery and elegant arched windows, evoking both warmth and sophistication. Our talented chefs showcase their passion for French cuisine by creating artful dishes with the freshest seasonal ingredients.

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AndersonVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great as always! Delicious food and great service

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Sushi Grade Tuna Tartare

Ma Maison

4.8

4.8 (3291)

$30 and under

French

Beacon Hill

About the restaurant

Welcome to Master Chef Jacky Robert classic French bistro. Escape to Paris with authentic French food, daily specials and a boutique wine list. Intimate and elegant ambiance combines with professional and friendly service. Bon Appetit!

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MiriamVIP

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Food filled with flavors of fresh ingredients well prepared. Service attentive, very pleasant, from the warm welcome to the relaxed atmosphere. Always a pleasure.

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4.8

4.8 (1735)

$31 to $50

French

Theater District

About the restaurant

Modern fine dining, using classic French techniques.

Reservations are solely for FULL SERVICE LUNCH OR DINNER SERVICE. If you would like to snack, just walk in to the bar without a reservation.

For reservations over 6 guests, please call 617.695.9463 to make a reservation.

Our patio is not covered, and we may move guests indoors depending on the weather.

We do not accept reservations for Offsuit, our nearby speakeasy.

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StephenA

Dined on May 14, 2025

I have been to Michelin star restaurants all over the world. This is every bit their equal. Perfectly prepared food. Outstanding service. Superb wine list.

Deuxave

4.6

4.6 (5145)

$50 and over

French

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Owner Brian Piccini is proud of his award-winning Restaurant & Bar, Deuxave in the Back Bay. The inspiration behind the restaurant’s American Nouveau Cuisine is seasonality, with a focus on working with the finest farms and purveyors, sourcing out the freshest, local ingredients and amplifying their magnificence. The cuisine is strongly rooted in the nouvelle techniques of contemporary French cuisine, married with the splendor of American ingredients in a refined, but casual setting. Deuxave’s (pronounced doo-ave) name plays homage to its location at the corners of Commonwealth Ave and Massachusetts Ave.

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AriaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Always a pleasure to dine here. Staff are extremely knowledgeable about food, wine, etc. The service is first-class. One of my favorite spots where I take out of town guests.

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Popular dish

9-Hour French Onion Soup

4.6

4.6 (298)

$30 and under

French

Back Bay

About the restaurant

A trendy Parisian-style café-restaurant, offering modern French cuisine with European and African influences. Located between Massachusetts ave and Beacon street, Sauvage is the coziest new back bay neighborhood destination. For husband and wife team Antoine and Anaïs, Café Sauvage is an extension of their dining room. They’ve brought together their mixed heritage, love of great food, and chic french vibes to create a lively space that is welcoming to all.
Café Sauvage have also a delicious selection of wines and craft cocktails.

Brunch is served every weekend (Friday included). WE DON'T ACCEPT RESERVATION ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY during our brunch we're operating on a first come first serve.
We accepting walk-ins at our bar and patio.

We're currently serving a $75 Prix Fixe menu for our "FRENCH DINNER" every last Wednesday of the month.

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Katherine

Dined 5 days ago

Cafe Sauvage is just wonderful - the cozy atmosphere, the friendly service, the French vibe, and amazing food. We look forward to another wonderful meal there soon!!

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Experience

FRENCH DINNER - JUNE ( exceptionally on Thursday)

Bistro du Midi

4.7

4.7 (4748)

$31 to $50

French

Back Bay

About the restaurant

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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KendraVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This was a Prix-Fixe menu for the Billecart-Salmon champagne dinner.

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Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

4.7

4.7 (2765)

$31 to $50

French

South End

About the restaurant

With a casual atmosphere and a classic menu, Petit Robert Bistro feels like an authentic French bistro. Established in 2005 in the South End of Boston, Petit Robert Bistro has become an institution in the neighborhood! Our patio is one of the most beautiful and comfortable places in Boston. Our Chef Chris Ipus HAS created an authentic and very interesting menu that changes every season.
Bon Appetit!

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arnold

Dined 1 day ago

Our group of four senior male lawyers dine out every other month. This restaurant is in the top tier of places we have visited in Greater Boston. We sat outdoors. Even though the restaurant was buzzing, we were able to converse without problem. The waiter offered excellent advice when asked and we all marveled at the quality of the meal and the ambiance. I have dined here many times and always have had a great experience. Highly recommended by all of us.

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4.5

4.5 (4012)

$30 and under

French

South End

About the restaurant

Aquitaine, an award-winning French bistro in Boston’s South End, has been a neighborhood gem for over 20 years. Whether you’re seeking a romantic dinner, a charming date night, or a sophisticated business lunch, Aquitaine delivers an authentic Parisian experience. Savor French favorites like Steak Frites, Nicoise Salad, Moules (Mussels), Duck Confit, Croque Madame, and Truffle Fries in the recently renovated dining room or on the expanded patio. Known as a wine bar destination, Aquitaine also offers an iconic brunch for those who want to indulge in classic French dishes while overlooking the vibrant Tremont Street.

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Nina

Dined 2 days ago

Overall food was delicious and came out quickly. But our server was clearly very busy so we felt that she was not very attentive to us. Had to ask 2x to be able to place our food order. Gave us some complementary celebratory champagne which was a very nice touch!

Café Saint-Germain

4.5

4.5 (49)

$30 and under

French

Somerville

About the restaurant

Café Saint-Germain is a cozy and elegant spot offering a blend of French-inspired dishes and freshly brewed coffee in a warm, inviting ambiance. Perfect for casual meetups or quiet afternoons, it combines classic bistro charm with modern comfort.

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MaggieVIP

Dined 2 days ago

First visit to this newish French Bistro. The ambiance is pleasantly that of a classic French bistro, including the Citroen parked out front, and the music choice was good and did not overpower conversation. The spicy watermelon Margherita was a good choice, as was the pot-au-feu and the escargots (which I find taste like re-chewed gum in many restaurants). The moules-frites were excellent. Like other diners who've written reviews, we mixed one prix-fixe with a main course choice, sharing the appetizer and the dessert. This worked out perfectly. It was an also a delight to find our American waitress was fluent in French. Nice touch!

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Experience

Unlimited French Tapas!

Experience

$8 Special Espresso Martini's!

Experience

Prix-Fixe Saint-Germain Style

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