The Berkeley

Name: The Berkeley
Address: 154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 532-3827
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (55)

$30 and under

French American

154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem

The Berkeley Bistro + Bar, located in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, serves New England classic dishes with a touch of French-bistro inspiration, crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Pair your meal with an expertly prepared cocktail or a selection from our thoughtfully curated wine list.

Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a special occasion, The Berkeley provides the perfect setting. Enjoy the lively atmosphere on our Bar Side—or opt for our Dining Room side— where a refined bistro-style experience awaits.

Weather permitting, The Berkeley’s outdoor terraces offer a charming al fresco setting. Please note that outdoor seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and reservations are not accepted.

The Berkeley is located within Hotel AKA Back Bay. Visit theberkeleyboston.com to explore seasonal menus, hours, private event options, and weekly happenings.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 532-3827
Website
http://www.theberkeleyboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Stuart St.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Friday Night Trivia in Back Bay
Multiple dates available
Friday Night Trivia at The Berkeley Bistro + Bar! Gather your team and test your knowledge every Friday from 7–9 PM with Ponder Trivia. Enjoy a classic pen-and-paper format with fun questions, friendly competition, and prizes—bring your A-game! Trivia takes place on the bar side. Reservations are recommended but not required, and bar seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A food or beverage purchase is required to occupy tables or bar seats.
Express Lunch at The Berkeley
Multiple dates available
Take a mid-day break to recharge and enjoy a perfectly portioned lunch at The Berkeley. Choose from our selection of soup, salad, and a half sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie for later. Served promptly, so you can make the most of your lunch hour. Available Monday through Friday, dine-in only.
$1 Oyster Mondays
Multiple dates available
Join us for Monday Night Raw! Start your week on a refreshing note and savor the best of local waters. Enjoy $1 oysters every Monday at The Berkeley.

Offers

Live Music
Multiple dates available
Thu - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Enjoy a rotating lineup of musicians playing a variety of styles, creating the perfect backdrop for your after-work gathering, night out with friends, or date night. Come by with your friends, grab a seat at the bar or a table, and enjoy the music! Performances will take place on The Berkeley's bar-side. Tickets/Reservations are not needed for this event, seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Food and beverage purchase is required to occupy tables or bar seats.

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What 55 people are saying

The Berkeley 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
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Berkeley offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing taste and presentation" and "outstanding service." Guests praise its "cozy ambiance," "quiet dining," and delightful pre-theater prix fixe menu. The attentive staff, including standout manager William, ensure memorable visits, making it a "neighborhood gem" and "highly recommended" destination.

55 Reviews

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Alexander VIP
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to The Berkeley for dinner as a group of five (my partner, his family, and me) and every single one of us left raving about the food, service, and value. We all ordered the $50 prix fixe dinner and tried nearly everything on the menu: clam chowder, Caesar, and spring verde salad to start; filet of sole and steak frites for mains; and both the flourless chocolate cake and crème brûlée to finish. Every dish was beautifully plated and full of flavor — not a single miss. The room was quiet (surprisingly so for a Saturday night at 6:30 PM), but that made it feel like a true hidden gem. Most guests seemed to be outside on the terrace, but indoors had a charming, cozy bistro vibe — and we practically had the dining room to ourselves. The staff was professional but warm, and the pacing of courses was spot on. We were genuinely shocked this place wasn’t more packed. For the quality of food and experience — especially in this part of Boston — the prix fixe is an absolute steal. Highly recommend this place before word gets out.
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Paula
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was wonderful and the food tasty ! One critique is that some bread for table would have been desirable or maybe an option.I don’t know if the thinking is that it’s outdated but I dine out in many fine restaurants and I appreciate it ,Especially, if you are drinking alcohol. Otherwise, I had a good time as a solo traveler.
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John VIP
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb pre-theatre dining: prix fix included crab bisque, delicious filet of sole with asparagus, and warm molten chocolate cake. Quiet dining with candlelight and excellent service.
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Rita
Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was an expensive dinner but so good! The taste and presentation was amazing!
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Peter
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and outstanding service. We ate here with a party of 10 for my daughter’s college graduation. The main restaurant was closed this evening even though Open Table confirmed our reservation. There was a technical error with Open Table which is not particularly important. But we could have had a disaster showing up a 7 pm with 10 hungry people on graduation night to an otherwise closed restaurant. William, the manager, was finishing his shift when we showed up. He opened the dining room and he and his staff took care of us. So appreciative and we had a wonderful evening. Very grateful for the service and fantastic food.
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Sarah
Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff at the Berkeley was amazing from start to finish. The bartender, maitre'd, and server all took great care of us. The food was delicious and the ambiance lovely. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet, delicious meal.
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Kathy
Greater Boston2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were a large party with a long-confirmed reservation for a graduation celebration but our table was not available and was going to be long delayed. I suspect another large party was mistaken for us and was seated just before us. However, William and his staff were amazing and owned the situation. They offered us choices of alternative seating and we chose outside despite the temp. It was below street level, not windy, private, had heaters and was perfect. William also brought us a complimentary round of cocktails and two charcuterie boards. It started rough but we felt very well taken care of. Staff was attentive and cared about our experience. Food was excellent!
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Renee VIP
Greater Boston61 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and service. We enjoyed the salads and sandwiches for lunch.
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Timothy VIP
Greater Boston15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a neighborhood gem. Lovely ambiance, nice drink menu, good wines. The apps were great and portions excellent. Wonderful mains, there is a fun patio for the seasons. Will definitely return!
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Janice VIP
Greater Boston33 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good pre-play dining experience. Prix-fixe menu was great!
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FAQs

The Berkeley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 532-3827.

The Berkeley is rated 4.5 stars by 55 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Stuart St.
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theberkeleyboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 532-3827

The Berkeley

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Friday Night Trivia in Back Bay

Express Lunch at The Berkeley

$1 Oyster Mondays

Offers

Live Music

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What 55 people are saying

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