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Bistro du Midi, Boston, MA

Bistro du Midi

4.6
4.6
4076 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mid-Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 279-8000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Robert Sisca
  • 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 11. Three-course menu options, an extensive wine list and reception items are offered. Full restaurant and floor buyouts are welcomed.
  • Private party contact
    Jillian McCarthy: (617) 896-1081
  • 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, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Game & Truffle Dinner

    $250.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 2, 2023 only
    As the leaves turn gold and the air carries the scent of the wild, join us to indulge in the bounties of fall. We’re celebrating Chef Robert Sisca’s love of the outdoors with a five-course dinner, with sommelier chosen wine pairings, featuring Millbrook Farms venison, Italian white truffles, and many more autumnal specialties. Live Scallop Crudo: green apple, cilantro, citrus crumb, fresno pepper emulsion Rabbit Farci: castelvetrano olive, piquillo pepper, parsnip purée, smoked rabbit jus White Truffle Tagliatelle: cultured butter, parmigiano, chive, fresh alba white truffle Milbrook Farms Venison Wellington: foie gras mushroom duxelles, burgundy truffle, venison jus Huckleberry Pie: pate brisee, devonshire mousse, black truffle yogurt
    Game & Truffle Dinner Photo

What 4,076 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    French

  • Boston

    French

4,076 Reviews
  1. Hazel

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's been a very long time since I have truly enjoyed a dining experience. Everywhere I go, restaurants across the gamut seem to fall flat and disappoint in some facet or another. I hadn't been here since it first opened years ago. I frankly had only chosen the restaurant because of it's proximity to the theaters and my guest not being keen on walking far. What a happy coincidence! We were thrilled with absolutely everything. The food was outstanding. Each dish was perfectly balanced, thoughtfully constructed in ways that delighted all of the senses. The wine offerings were well considered. The staff was professional, knowledgeable, and courteous-- without being intrusive. The ambiance was elegant and comfortable. What more could anyone ask for? My guest is already asking when we might dine there again. Bravo, Bistro du Midi, for a job remarkably well done. Thank you!

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  2. GregM

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great waiting staff - friendly and helpful. Food was exceptional

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for the great review!! Hope to see you back soon. Juan Munoz-GM

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  3. Karmaeddy

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Extremely noisy and crowded. Poor service compaired to price.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    Three of us ordered omelets- all 3 of us thought it was way too salty, and not because of feta cheese. I have had brunch here before and it was great. Maybe a onetime over zealous chef when it comes to salt!

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for the feedback. I apologize it wasn't like your other experiences with us. We will look into this issue. Juan Munoz-GM

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  5. BrianS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and attentive service in a classy, but relaxed setting.

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for dining with us. Hope to see you back soon. Juan Munoz-GM

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  6. DanielR

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good and service is always great!! My favorite lunch spot in Boston.

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for joining us for lunch!! Hope to see you back soon. Juan Munoz-GM

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  7. Ioana

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent food and classic, elegant, yet vibe atmosphere

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you so much for the great review!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    80 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was not good We had chicken greasy and no flavor Atmosphere nothing

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  9. MargaretP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. Service was top notch, attentive but not intrusive. Ambience was great. We sat right inside but the patio doors were open so had the benefit of fresh air and could people watch too. Highly recommend!

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you so much for the kind words. Hope to see you back soon. Juan Munoz-GM

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  10. DamienG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We all really enjoyed our meal and the service was very good. We were running a bit late (15-20 min) for our 7:30 reservation so we called ahead to let them know and it was not an issue. Once we arrived we did wait about 30-40 minutes to be seated, but it wasn't a problem for us. we sat at the upstairs bar which was comfortable and quiet until our table was ready.

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    We appreciate your patience and I'm happy your experience was worth the wait. Hope to see you back. Juan Munoz-GM

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  11. Kenneth

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific restaurant and highly recommended. Food was excellent as was the service and the ambiance

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for the kind words. Hope to have you back in soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  12. Foodie

    Greater Boston

    73 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    I used to love Bistro du Midi, but it seems to have gone downhill. Everything was just... okay. Cocktails, which used to be wonderful, were... okay. Beet gnocchi was heavy and dense instead of pillowy; feta was too strong a flavor for the beet; beet sauce was thick and gloppy. Overall, just okay. Chicken was a little overcooked, heavy dark sauce without any nuance, gloppy risotto without any distinctive flavors, everything closer to room temperature than hot (maybe because it took 15 minutes to clear my finished appetizer plate). Duck was a little overcooked, heavy dark sauce without any nuance (sound familiar), just okay. Creme brulee was fine but not outstanding. Oysters were fine. It was all just... okay. Nothing like the elegant, creative tasting menus that Bistro du Midi used to offer. (If they still have a tasting menu, it wasn't offered to us -- maybe because we sat on the patio, but if so, shouldn't they have told us that the menu was limited on the patio?) The menu is really long, tons of options -- it's so long that I think they just aren't able to keep up the quality for such a wide variety of dishes. They'd be better off tightening up the menu and tightening up their kitchen processes.

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  13. MROB

    Greater Boston

    142 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    142 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious salad with perfectly made salmon. Terrific waiter and very pleasant outdoor Cafe despite the occasional truck coming bye.

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  14. Gene

    Washington DC

    54 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    My spouse had salmon, which didn't have much flavor. I had the halibut which was very good, but I would expect better.

    Bistro du MidiResponded 3 days ago

    Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy the salmon. I will leave my email in a private message, if you want to tell me about your experience in more detail. Juan Munoz-GM

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  15. JihoC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best filet mignon and rib eye steak in town! Highly recommended.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for the review!! Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  16. DanS

    Baja California Sur

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic expierience all around. Started at the bar top while our table was prepared. Service at bar and table was amazing, very friendly and knowledgeable. Food was exceptional and the vibe was amazing. Highly recommend

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    So glad you had a great experience. Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had lunch with a friend in the outdoor patio - the experience was wonderful- terrific service, food and drinks🥰 A wonderful experience.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for the great review!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  18. Frank

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food and ambiance. The soft shell crab Benedict was especially good, so is the pancake

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for having brunch with us!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  19. gilliand

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    A little overpriced, especially the wine. They don't bring the card machine to the table which is problematic, you are advised by card providers not to let your card out of your sight.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Jackson Hole

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food, superb service. High price point and a bit noisy.

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  21. Anayis

    Charleston

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    It was our first time at Bistro du Midi, and boy did Daniel make it special. We hope to return, as long as he is our server! Only complaint was no AC on a near-90 degree day. Had we known there was no AC, we would’ve dressed differently as it was hot and humid.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for dining with us. Juan Munoz-GM

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Met a friend for lunch- the place has a good vibe. It was a super hot day and all the windows were open so it was extremely hot… We ordered the pre fixe menu which was great- I had the onion soup - very good, the chicken paillard was good as well. For dessert the crème brûlée was good but a bit too sweet. The service was amazing- super professional and friendly! I think the only issue we had was with the heat. They should have blasted the A/C inside and close the windows for people that wanted to dine inside.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for the feedback and for dining with us. Juan Munoz-GM

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  23. DanaJ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Pleasant atmosphere and great location esp for lunch in the warmer months; food was tasty and well prepared

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 16, 2023

    Thank you for dining with us. Hope to see you back!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  24. GuglielmoR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    1) Soufflé au chocolat very recommended 2) Outstanding customer service 3) Unique location & classy ambience

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  25. TaraH

    Dubai

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Lovely food and wine and extremely popular and busy. Food and service was all good.

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  26. kd271

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great service, good food and drinks. Went in a big group and it worked out very well.

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  27. SusanQ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    All good except two small things Some of the potato chips on my beef tartare were soggy. (The tartare was the best I've had). Also I sat along the wall on an upholstered bench, and had to put a cushion under me to be at the same level as my date. Also had to put one behind my back. This should be changed.

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  28. bgourmand

    Greater Boston

    334 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    334 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    It is very pleasant to sit downstairs in summer when the windows are open and the patio is joined with the interior. The salads are very good and interesting. I had an arugula salad with endive and grilled shrimp, which was mostly arugula with lots of stems - I wish restaurants would realize that eating so many stems makes you feel like you are grazing in a field of grass! But the shrimp were good and our waiter was perfect.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on September 2, 2023

    Thank you for the feedback and dining with us. Hope to have you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  29. Celinew

    Naples

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic lunch/ brunch, the service was outstanding! The ambiance upstairs is so peaceful & elegant!

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 29, 2023

    Thank you for the great review!! Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  30. RayJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The duck and Bouillabaisse were excellent. The wine list was very good and I recommend the rose's.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 25, 2023

    Thank you for the review!! Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  31. Matt

    Houston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had great service and delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you for dining with us!! Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  32. DavidB

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food was good, not great. The tuna crudo and duck were ok but neither stood out.

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  33. MichaelD

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had a wonderful dinner with excellent food and impeccable service.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you for the great review. We are happy that you had a great experience!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  34. Sandra

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful experience here. Great food, great atmosphere.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you for being a regular!! Hope to have you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  35. TimBerho

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I don't come to Boston often. I have some old favorite spots from when I was younger and I don't when this spot opened but I'm surprised I've never been. My new favorite. Ambiance is perfect on a warm day whether you're in the mood for a bustling bistro downstairs with open-air riviera vibes or an elegant "Parisean" feeling dining room upstairs. The park views upstairs were great. There was some farmers market going on or something so the whole scene was perfect (market was closed by 6). Our waiter Juan was fantastic in every way and there was a whole team of other support staff who all did a great job. My steak was slightly overcooked but it was still delicious and in the acceptable zone so I didn't make a fuss. The cut was exceptionally tender and delicious so I'm glad I kept it. Normally I don't like sauce on steak but this one was definitely delicious. Souffle for dessert was amazing. We will definitely be back.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you for dining with us. Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  36. JerryC

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Mussels are not fresh. Omelette is below standard.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    I apologize for this experience. This is not the standard of food we aim to serve. I will leave my email in a private message, if you would like to reach out with more details of your meal. Juan Munoz-GM

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  37. ReRo

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    The food was mid and the desserts were even worse. The appetizers were great - I got the steak tar tar and it was one of the more interesting ones i’ve ever had. The chicken was okay but it wasn’t as juicy as it could’ve been. The steak was okay but the sauce on it was weird. And the crème brûlée was soup. It was not set at all and the waitress acted as if I didn’t know what crème brûlée was when I brought it up. Probably wouldn’t go back

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food. Would definitely return.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you so much for the review. Hope to see you back soon!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  39. KESunday

    Greater Boston

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The beet gnocchi is to die for! And could not ask for a better location.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 29, 2023

    Thank you for dining with us!! Juan Munoz-GM

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  40. JohnM

    Greater Boston

    69 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Disappointing. Had been a couple times before and thought it was very good, but I will probably not be going back. Burger was mediocre at best and had to eat most of it with a fork because the roll completely broke apart. Extremely expensive wine list. Our server (Roger) was very good.

    Bistro du MidiResponded on August 22, 2023

    Thank you for the feedback. We appreciate that you have dined with us multiple times. I'm sorry this time your experience wasn't the best. We will look into the burger preparation and its consistency. Hopefully you will give us another chance. Juan Munoz-GM

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

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 4076 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 76 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bistro du Midi

272 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Arlington
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mid-Day Menu Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
    Robert Sisca
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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 11. Three-course menu options, an extensive wine list and reception items are offered. Full restaurant and floor buyouts are welcomed.
  • Private party contact
    Jillian McCarthy: (617) 896-1081
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