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    Bistro du Midi

    4.0 (844 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Bars, Desserts
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Wagyu Beef Tartare
    Ying X.

    My fifth and last Dine Out Boston 2026 Winter visit: Bistro du Midi, boasting views of Boston Common. A fusion restaurant primarily serving French cuisine, with an exquisite and unique design. Table Bread: Unremarkable. The bread was ordinary, and regardless, the aroma of olive oil simply wasn't as strong as butter. East Coast Oysters, Narragansett Bay Clams, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail: The shells were fresh but on the smaller side; the shrimp were large but overcooked. The cocktail sauce was perfectly balanced in terms of tanginess, sweetness, and spiciness, refreshing and flavorful. The mignonette was ridiculously sour; one bite immediately stung my throat... Wagyu Beef Tartare: A delightful surprise! The oil richness of the Wagyu beef, the smoothness of the quail eggs, the subtle fragrance of the black truffle, and the sweetness and sourness of the vinaigrette blended beautifully. Bavette Steak: As usual, medium. The cross-section wasn't pretty, but the meat was quite tender and juicy. It's probably due to the cut of meat. But the aged balsamic vinegar was almost entirely burnt and bitter--unbelievable, is that right? Coffee Marquise: The texture was extremely dense and heavy, especially the bottom layer, which even stuck to the fork and was difficult to clean. Although I like bitterness, the bitterness from this coffee and dark chocolate was a bit extreme. Where was the mascarpone? Finally, I want to thank my waitress, Darian. She patiently confirmed and explained the dishes and sauces several times, satisfying my curiosity as a food lover.

    Sour Dough bread
    Yickhong L.

    The service was decent however within 10min of arriving, 1 server spilled a water glass on the table next to us and another server dropped a wine glass that shattered and some of the glass ended up hitting my partner's leg. We also noticed another server frantically rubbing a curtain they had in the top floor by where the food comes out in what I'm assuming that some food touched it on the way out or on the way back towards the end of our dinner. The servers were a bit clumsy I guess or it was an off night for them since it was a bit chaotic. The food was very good tho!

    Foraged mushroom tartine
    Yueh Qi C.

    Starting the year out strong at Bistro du Midi - The food was amazing and I couldn't recommend more! For the main dishes, we had 1) Ora king salmon, nicely cooked and melts in your mouth and 2) duck breast, medium rare was the way to go (though not a fan of the texture of the foie gras barbajuan). For légumes, we had roasted carrots - 100% must have, wouldn't think I'd love carrots so much! We also had foraged mushroom tartine - this was a mixed feeling, the mushrooms were great but there was a very very thick slice of Brie, personally think could use a little less. The 2 starters we had weren't that great - we got the American wagyu beef tartare, which Idk if I could tell the difference if it was Wagyu or not, but taste felt a little blend. The Spanish octopus had a really good taste but texture was very very chewy and hard. It was overall a really great meal, though they kept trying to take our plates away while we're still eating away, which was a little off-putting. There was also some chaos happening (broken glass, spilled water, etc) but it was probably an off night. You do get a nice view of the public garden if you sit close to the window. Place is also very close to the T, so no need to worry about parking!

    Amaury J.

    Bistro du Midi is a fancy spot in Boston! It's definitely more posh than I initially expected which also means it's pricey. Two of us went for brunch, with just one cocktail each, and the bill came to over $200 after tax and tip. The restaurant has a lovely ambiance and sits right across from Boston Common, making it perfect for a post-brunch walk in the park. We dined on the second floor with whimsical views of the Common (it was winter and snowy!), though we noticed there's a first floor as well which seemed a bit more casual. We started with the beef tartare, which was one of the best I've ever had. It came topped with a quail egg and was absolutely perfect though a bit on the smaller side for the price point. Our cocktails were good, but nothing to write home about. They weren't over-the-top or experimental or anything like that; pretty basic, albeit still enjoyable. For mains, I had the burger and my husband ordered the steak and eggs. My burger was good, but I wasn't a fan of the bread they used. The steak and eggs were the real winner. The steak was delicious, although I wish the egg component had been incorporated a bit more thoughtfully rather than simply serving two poached eggs on the side. We ended the meal with the soufflé which was to die for. Definitely get it for dessert. Lastly, service was just okay. Our server seemed somewhat uninterested and barely checked in on us. For a place of this caliber, I was expecting a little more.

    Foie gras
    Alex F.

    Came here for the NYE tasting menu. Pros: The menu itself was very creative and I appreciated that they had multiple options for each course- It allowed us variety and to be able to try multiple dishes together. The food was fresh, beautiful presentation, and I enjoyed the taste of almost everything. The wild boar tagliatelle, fois gra, and wagyu cap* were my favorites. Cons: I was very disappointed in the serving size of a 5 course meal that cost $175. You can see in my pictures that each plate was basically a few bites. I left the meal still hungry and did not feel that the price was fair whatsoever. *Further, my boyfriend's wagyu cap was half fat. He was unable to eat HALF of that course, which was advertised as the main dish. We expressed our grievances very respectfully and the only thing they did was give him a free coffee... no new steak (I apologize for not taking a photo for proof but he left the half on the plate for them to see), no actual comp to our bill... just a free coffee. That is absolutely ridiculous to me. I'm paying a heavy price for a fine dining experience and one of the courses is half inedible. I don't think I should have had to argue for a better solution in this situation. Haven't made my mind up if we will be back.

    Seared Foie Gras
    Han N.

    My fiancé and I love French food and Bistro du Midi did not disappoint! We decided to celebrate Valentine's Day here, we went the day prior as we prefer to avoid the crowds in restaurants on the actual holiday. It seems like there are two floors, we were seated on the first floor, it's a spacious restaurant with a large bar area with bar seatings. The menu offered foie gras terrine, however, we preferred seared foie gras, so we asked our server if it could be prepared that way. I was very happy when he told me they can prepare it seared. It ended up being a great pairing with banana and fig, it was the first time I've had that combination with foie gras. The steak tartare was a bit underwhelming for wagyu. Both entrees were great, especially the duck entree. The steak entree dish is quite expensive for what it was though. We ended our meal with creme brûlée, can't go wrong there! Overall, it was a nice experience. I believe it is a bit pricey compared to some other French restaurants in Boston. There's street parking. I would visit again.

    Interior
    Connie L.

    Bistro du Midi is pretty, but that's about where all the positives end...We tried their holiday set so you get to choose three dishes from a set menu. For $65 you actually get very little. I opted for their French Onion Soup, Mushroom Tortellini & Almond Torte. Each dish was lackluster. The most disappointing one was the almond torte because it tasted old / dry. The only redeeming one was the mushroom pesto tortellini which actually tasted decent (thanks to the pesto inside) but who doesn't like pasta? The staff were nice but the food took forever to come out. Would definitely say this experience was not worth the expensive price point.

    Sara G.

    Boston really shows up polished at Bistro du Midi but take it off honey! We disrupt culture. Think pressed linens, hushed tones, and a room that takes itself just a little too seriously. Naturally, I did not get the memo. This dinner turned into a quiet social experiment where we straddled fun and inappropriate. Here's what we got...salmon that was buttery and I think it made me sit up straighter. The fromage moment because, if we're doing French, we're committing! This octopus actually understood proper texture (no rubber band nonsense). We also got the tuna tartare but tuna tartar is kind of tuna tartar to me. Somewhere between the first bite and the second round of laughs, the entire room started to loosen up. The stiff energy cracked, conversations got louder, and suddenly it felt less like a formal Parisian affair and more like a dinner party. Moral of the story is disrupt it. Come for the refined French vibes, stay because you refused to conform! Then, watch the reactions.

    Bar
    Howard B.

    I stopped into Bistro du Midi looking for French food and a proper French vibe, and it absolutely hit the spot. I had a round-up 4 1/2 star experience. I sat at the bar, ordered the steak frites, and had 2 glasses of Malbec. The dish was cooked just right, and the wine paired perfectly. The setting felt more like a brasserie than a fine-dining restaurant, which was exactly what I wanted: classic and comfortable. Service was exceptional. The bartender took care of me with the same attention and professionalism you would expect in a quality bistro/restaurant in France. It made the solo experience feel relaxed and elevated at the same time. The overall atmosphere is refined without being stiff; being right across from the Public Garden adds to the charm. For anyone craving classic French flavors and hospitality in Back Bay, Bistro du Midi is a strong choice. I will definitely return.

    Moules Frites
    Faith N.

    This place is so so cute and the service was great! They're always there to take care of you. I ordered the mussels and it came with a lot more than I thought it would. It tasted pretty good and the fries with saffron aoli was amazing. My mom ordered the French onion soup. Not my style of food but still good in my opinion.

    Winter Tasting Menu
    Brian L.

    Bistro du Midi is a French restaurant in a fantastic location over-looking the Public Garden. The restaurant features a smaller casual bar area downstairs and a formal dining room upstairs. On arriving for dinner, we were offered seats downstairs but opted for the dining room instead. We visited on a weeknight for and there were a few tables but the room was far from full. The dining room is well decorated and a great setting for a special occasion. We ordered the seven course Winter tasting menu and couldn't believe how it improved with every dish. Absolutely extraordinary and recommended. The wine paring enhanced each serving. We did not plan on the tasting menu ahead of time, otherwise would have eaten less for lunch! Service was also extraordinary and at the highest level, with the wine pairing was narrated by two separate sommeliers during the evening and the food dishes distinctly narrated. A memorable evening, which far exceeded our expectations.

    Corn soup
    Melissa Y.

    Bonjour Bistro du Midi! First time here but not our last. We made reservations for Dine Out Boston here, and so glad we did. Bistro du Midi (Midi is a region in Southern France) is located in the Back Bay--a stunning French restaurant with 2 floors. Upon entering, we were greeted by the Host, and after providing our names for the reservation, they instructed us to proceed upstairs to check in (ooh-lala). When we took the elevator upstairs, we were greeted by another host/manager, who escorted us to our lovely table. After a few minutes, they brought us the menus and gave us time to look them over. They had a great cocktail and wine list. Their wine list is a Wine Enthusiast awarded list for 2025, which was amazing to see. I started with their Bistro Quinze, and my husband had the Soleil du Midi; both were excellent. Since we were ordering off the Dine Out menu, we only had a few selections to choose from. I started with their Arugula salad, and my husband had their sweet corn soup. I enjoyed the soup much better. The salad was lacking in flavor, and the dressing was not the best either. For entrees, I had their scallops with eggplant ratatouille, and my husband had their steak frites. Both were good, but my scallops did not pair well with the ratatouille; it was a bit too heavy. I probably would've paired it with rice or a vegetable. For dessert, I had their Pistachio Baklava and my husband had a pecan gateaux. Both were delish! :) Overall: From first impressions to the last, everything was spectacular. Service was impeccable, and even though some of the dishes weren't my favorite, they were still very good. I would love to come back and try some of their other menu items. Thanks for a great experience!

    Dinner
    Abby H.

    I went her with 3 other friends for a weeknight dinner. My friend got there early and waited downstairs at the bar until we arrived, and then we were brought upstairs for dinner. The setup was so nice upstairs. It was a perfect place to catch up with friends, and everything we ate was so delicious. We just ordered a couple of dishes and shared everything family style. The staff was so attentive and friendly as well!

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    Ask the Community - Bistro du Midi

    Is it two different menus upstairs and downstairs?

    Yes, but you can have dinner and be seated downstairs in the bistro outside.

    Can I bring my kindergartener to this restaurant? What should I be aware of?

    Please don't. If you were celebrating your anniversary and paying $600 or so for dinner for 2, would you want to be dining with a kindergartener?

    Do they have the dress code?

    Basically, you need to look nice, no dress code. Some people choose to dress up more than others, but I went in a skirt and long sleeve button down and my boyfriend wore nice jeans and a nice shirt. Just look nice.

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