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Aquitaine - Boston, Boston, MA

Aquitaine - Boston

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4.5 (4009)
$30 and under
French
569 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, European, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dolly Bourommavong
  • Catering
    customized menu available
  • Private party facilities
    Let our Executive Chef Dolly Bourommavong and knowledgeable staff create your perfect event. From signature menu items to your personal favorites your event will be crafted by our uncompromising attention to detail.
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Cross street
    Union Park and Tremont Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The MBTA #43 stops at our front door at 569 Tremont Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,009 people are saying

Aquitaine - Boston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    French

  • Boston

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aquitaine in Boston offers a "taste of France" with its Parisian bistro atmosphere. Diners rave about the "excellent food" and "great service," with standout dishes like "steak frites" and "escargot." The ambiance is cozy and "perfect for a date night." Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a neighborhood favorite.
4,009 Reviews
  1. Jim VIP

    Greater Boston31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Portions have gotten smaller, while the prices have gone higher. Service was very slow for a Monday evening when the restaurant wasn't particularly crowded. I intensely dislike the 3% junk fee for the kitchen staff. With the prices charged you be able to give a living wage to the back of the house or just raise the menu prices. Probably won't be back which is a shame as I used to very much enjoy Aquitane and sister restaurant Metropolis

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  2. carol VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    ate outside with only 1 other table eventually occupied restaurant clearly did not have the staff to accommodate outdoor dining.....took at least 20 minutes for water to be offered...another lapse before drinks could be ordered the same pattern for food.....when it eventually came the duck that my husband requested med. rare was well done a disappointing evening

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  3. Maryam VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was well below average in terms of presentation, correspondence to what’s written in the menu, and most importantly taste. It was very underwhelming. I ordered the French toast: there was no whipped maple butter, just maple syrup, and the toast was served cold, soggy, with a hard cold chunk of butter on top. My partner ordered the truffle steak and eggs, the eggs were unappetizing, and the potatoes were mushy and salty. Again his dish was also served cold. He had also ordered a Virgin Mary, which tasted like pure horseradish and just not drinkable. We noticed other people returning their Virgin Mary drinks to the bar as well. We were told by the server it was a “poor batch”. I had chosen Aquitaine to celebrate Father’s Day, but ended up very disappointed with the food and the value.

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  4. Cheri

    New York City25 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    8th time. Last two were not good which was disappointing. Salad was missing ingredients listed, forgot dressing, hard boiled egg yolks gray, lettuce watery. Husbands toast not toasted, bacon and cheese omelet had fatty bacon in it- mainly fat pieces. Very disappointing Fathers Day Brunch. Perhaps new staff and too busy.

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  5. Frank VIP

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for brunch at 1:30 only to discover they had no Bloody Marys and only 1 bartender on Pride Day. Wtf!!!

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  6. Javier

    Miami - Dade1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    restaurant wasn’t busy but the server took a long time to approach the table, we ordered drinks and they came warm. Food was good.

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  7. Al

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated Father’s Day and experienced a wonderful brunch. Menu selections were great and our food choices were all delicious. The service was exceptional from our server, Alexis. She was attentive, friendly and beaming with enthusiasm which made this a very memorable experience.

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  8. Robert VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem in boston, as close to a Parisian bistro as you can get

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  9. Fran VIP

    Greater Boston60 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had been one of our favorite restaurants. This last visit was disappointing. Our eggs Benedict arrived cold with minimal toast that we had ordered as a side. Won’t be going back for brunch anytime soon. 

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  10. Jill VIP

    Kansas City / Kansas40 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Not enough attention was paid to us. They acted liked they were in a hurry to serve us and didn’t come back to our table for a while! Plus, the food was not as expected!! Not sure I would go back to a restaurant that didn’t respect and appreciated my patronage.

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Aquitaine - Boston is rated 4.5 stars by 4009 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 32 times today
Google Map for Aquitaine - Boston

569 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02118

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Union Park and Tremont Street
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, European, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The MBTA #43 stops at our front door at 569 Tremont Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dolly Bourommavong
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    customized menu available
  • Private party facilities
    Let our Executive Chef Dolly Bourommavong and knowledgeable staff create your perfect event. From signature menu items to your personal favorites your event will be crafted by our uncompromising attention to detail.
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