Amazing staff was willing to accommodate allergies and heavy traffic in Boston due to the Jpm marathon. The food was tasty and ambience was fancy romantic and sophisticated. The place could be more lit with more light. The staff was attentive and courteous! We had the white asparagus, some cocktails, the Cornish hen, salmon and haddock. All were amazing! We also had the strawberry tart which was also delish! read more

Mistral - Cornish Pan Roasted Cornish Game Hen Grilled Faroe Island Salmon Haddock - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Is 6 stars an option? Mistral has long been a special occasion & date night spot for us, and always impresses. We started with the tuna tartar, which is the best in the business, and a special salmon tartar. As a table, we consumed even the garnishes. Probably could be embarrassing but I'd drink the tuna tartar soy drizzle. For dinners we went Dover sole, the beef tenderloin, cod special, and salmon. Honestly, ordering the salmon was difficult for me as the duck and wild mushroom risotto are epically good. Tenderloin reduction sauce is made with magic, and the sole is phenomenal. The salmon was good, but sides were not my favorite. But comparing with the wild mushroom risotto leaves anything else in the dust. Cod looked great and plate went back empty. For dessert we split the flourless chocolate torte, and was a sweet bite for each of us. About two hours later I remarked that I was maybe a little hungry. The group agreed that in general we probably eat too much and that Mistral just has perfect portions. I probably should have just eaten all the dessert myself! Service was attentive and frequent, but sort of seamless and invisible at the same time. A glass was always half full and, as a group, we enjoyed everything and wanted for nothing. Reasonably perfect in all respects. read more

Great food & service. Kitchen grease odors seeping into dining room & noisome muzak.

Restaurant has been able to maintain its excellent kitchen and knowledgeable waitstaff. However, kitchen grease odors are seeping into the dining room and management has begun piping in AI generated muzak. read more

Foods was ok. Table had fishes,duck and lamb. 6 cocktails ( very basic cocktails menu) and bottle of wine. 3.5/5 Service was great 5/5 Space is kinda tight but pretty cozy 4/5 read more

We had an 8pm reservation to celebrate my husband's birthday. We were seated in a cozy corner spot with views of the TV so we could watch Kamala Harris and Joe Biden speak. Our waiter was prompt and sweet. My husband had a Citrus Basil Gimlet (where he swapped the vodka for Sapphire Gin) and I ordered the Radio Flyer. Both drinks were great, very smooth. Since we let them know that we were going to share, the kitchen would send out the orders already split in their own dishes so we each got to enjoy the plating. Appetizer: - Maine Crab Ravioli with Thyme and Tomato Broth: If I could crawl in the bowl, I would. The pasta was fresh and the filling was succulent. The broth is great for dipping bread. If I didn't continue to restrain myself I wouldn't picked up the bowl and gulped down what was left in it. - Seared Foie Gras with Confit of Duck in Brioche with Wisconsin Dried Cherry Gastrique: The foie gras was gently seared on top nestled on a little tower of indulgence. Your first thought is not to cut open open the tower and ruin the display. However, once you do, you see that the duck confit was hiding in the brioche like Greeks in a horse. This dish was savory, fluffy, full of flavor. Main: Dole Sole Meunière with Lemon Capers, Satué of Spinach and Onions, Fingerling Potatoes: I remember reading about how sole meunière changed Julia Childs life. Well this was life changing. The sole was tender and juicy with the right amount of tang from the lemon and capers. The spinach was soft which provided contrast to the crunch of the onions. The sole has deeply affected my soul. I definitely see myself driving back to Boston from New York just to eat here again. Sorry, no pictures of the food but please enjoy this photo of my husband with his dessert. read more

Mistral - My husband and the sorbet dessert. - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I've had dinner twice at Mistral and it was 5 star food and service. The lamb chops are to die for.

I came here with my girlfriend to celebrate her birthday. Our waiter was fantastic. This was my girlfriends first time experiencing French food and so he explained the menu and the specials very well. For starters, we ordered the tuna tartare which was not only delicious but was split into 2 plates for us, being an appreciated gesture. We also ordered the Foie Gras which was amazing paired with the sauce it came with. Last starter was the escargots. They were a good size and buttery. The lady ordered the steak which was fantastic and cooked perfectly (medium rare) to her request. I ordered the lamb which was also cooked very well for one of the pieces while the other was a little overdone. Overall the experience was an amazing one and my girlfriend loved it. The decor, service and food will definitely have us coming back for the right occasion. read more

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Such an amazing place for dinner! Food and ambience was great. Service was awesome and will def come back again. read more

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Last time coming here. Was treated like garbage by the server who schooled me when I asked how one of the menu items was -- a staple on the menu that I had never had. The restaurant itself needs a major refurbish and the staff could tone down the arrogance and turn up the hospitality. For 100+ per person, I'd expect a lot more. read more

My wife and have dined at Mistral more than 20 times since it opened in 1997. The food and service are still good but my eyes almost popped out of my head when I looked at the prices. I appreciate rising food costs and challenging labor conditions but $84 for braised short ribs or $86 for lamb is outrageous. There are many restaurants in Boston and the surrounding area that are as good as Mistral but aren't gouging customers. I'll pay through the nose to eat at the finest restaurants in the world, but Mistral's ownership is kidding themselves if they think the restaurant is in that echelon. read more

Great service, great food, great ambiance. Reasonable prices and the perfect balance of fancy without being stuffy.

fancy, glitzy place; warm bread. i came with a large party so i had the chance to try a lot of different dishes. i ordered the duck and it was totally underwhelming. flavorless--no herbs under the skin, no seasoning. just fatty crispy skin and meat underneath that was slightly dry. i also tasted the following items, with varying degrees of success -tuna tartare : highlight of the evening. i've had various variations of this particular tuna (same sauce, crispy crunchy wonton topping) many times and this was by far the best meal of the evening. -pappardelle : rich, yummy; i found it a bit greasy. -crab risotto -asparagus -sirloin : good, tender meat but the mashed potatoes that came with it were nearly inedible (dry, dense). -salmon with english peas : quite good. i also found the restaurant hard to enjoy because of the ambiance. it is a loud, crowded space, which is fine, but as the night went on they dimmed the lights until we were sitting in almost total darkness. it was not a positive sensory experience. our waiter was very attentive and kind. read more

Probably our favorite restaurant in the city. 4/5 times a year. Always end up getting the same things most of the time . Appetizers 1. Crab ravioli is the best ( we usually get 2 orders , the broth is also delicious and swept up with the great bread they give you . 2. The mussels also is a staple and delicious . For dinner I always get the beef tenderloin with the asparagus and whipped potato . It's great but it seems to have gotten a little smaller and the price has increased a bit .. wife jumps around on the menu and for the most part enjoys all her choices .that's the only real complaint here the prices are getting steep . Valet is high also . Even the mixed drinks are more than 18$ . read more

one of the finest dining experiences in Boston. Transports you to Cote d'Azure with food and wine. Maine crab ravioli is light and fresh. Classic escargot is perfectly garlicky and herbaceous. Dover sole special off the menu is a perennial favorite. Branzino is grilled to perfection, duck is prepared as a half, not carved so the moisture is sealed in until arriving to you at table, wine list is extensive. One of the best Truffle fries if you are just having drinks at the bar. Classic French desserts to top off the meal. Impeccable service and environ, always a good time. read more

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Fine dining at its best! The Ambiance is an A+, the service is an A+ and the food is an A+. Check my photos for the food we had. Everything was so delish. I would highly recommend this place especially for special occasions. read more

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Mistral NEVER disappoints! We've made it a point to eat here every time we visit Boston and we're so thankful the front-office staff was able to squeeze us in at the last minute on such a busy Saturday night to celebrate the last night of our honeymoon! (Yes, we honeymooned in Boston in December ). The food is always superb, the service is always top-notch, and it's just such a great experience every time we go. It's one of our favorite parts of visiting Boston and we can't wait for the next time! read more

Beautiful birthday dinner here! Great stop for special occasions. Expensive but worth the service and the quality of food. read more

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Some of the best service I've received at. restaurant. My friend and I wanted to share the food we ordered and they split the food and gave us each a plate. The tuna tartare was decent although the sauce a bit too tangy, the foei gras was a bit too strong with the amount of bread i'd came with, but the beef tenderloin was great. The environment with the interior design and lighting were amazing. read more

Mistral - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I came to Mistral with a colleague for dinner when we were attending a conference. The staff were accommodating that we were a bit late for our reservation, which was appreciated. The decor combines an intimate, dimly lit aesthetic with classic furniture. Highlights on the meal: -Our -The steak carpaccio was an enjoyable dish with small bread pieces throughout, although the meat itself and the herbs stole the show. -Linguine was super fresh and exploding with flavor up front -I enjoyed the blueberry tart as well. I perhaps ate it too quickly as it was gone before I knew it! Our server, Tiffany, was very friendly and helpful. She offered a tasting between two reds that I was vacillating between (I preferred the Campo al Mare Bolgheri). The folks at the table next to us were super sociable and added to the lightness of the environment, which is always welcome at a white table cloth restaurant. Mistral was veritably enjoyable, and I would certainly come back. read more

When I go to fancy restaurants, I tend to see a lot of people that take themselves too seriously. They're sitting bolt upright at the tables like the slightest movement might dislodge the two-by-four nesting comfortably in their asses. They barely seem to be enjoying the carefully crafted gourmet cuisine in front of them. I wonder whether they are so used to it that they take it for granted or whether they are careful not to show too much gusto in case someone thinks they are some new-money scumbag who has never seen a cloth napkin before. I have a feeling it's the latter. When food as is as good as Mistral's, how does a groan of pleasure NOT escape your lips from time to time? Two-by-fours out the wazoo, literally. I bet it's not even a foreign object by this point. The lumber has fused to the buttocks and has become part of the ass like that louse that replaces the fish's tongue.* When guys use Mistral's urinals, it looks like a pirate convention. I can't hide how much I enjoy my food. Especially when it's a succulent half duck with a crisp skin in a cherry gastrique. Yes, gastrique. I told you it was a fancy place. A gastrique is a fancy term for how you make turkey gravy with the drippings after you take it out of the oven, but with an added flavor like cherry, in this case. Not fancy enough? The duck was resting on a bed of wild mushroom risotto. Not too much though. Just enough for a few creamy mouthfuls to fat-balance the tang of the gastrique. It was incredible. It didn't even need salt. I added black pepper but I add black pepper to my chewing gum. I was eating so fast, I almost forgot about my mission to annoy uptight people. So I started saving my burps. They piled up and merged into one big one aching to be released. Whenever anyone besides our server (a total sweetheart) walked by, I'd release the burp in a controlled manner while talking so it sounded like the belch was my voice. I pretended I was Dr. Claw from 'Inspector Gadget.' They looked at me like, "God, why is this fucking THING in here?" I was over the moon. I also made sure to reach over and yank chunks of Cornish game hen from Miss K's plate so it looked like she was helpless. She'd set them aside for me of course but no one needed to know that. She doesn't eat bacon either and the big, perfectly cooked chunks of bacon that came with the Cornish hen just made it look even more like I was stealing. I came up for air and looked around. A few tables down, a girl was ignoring her date and shoveling food into her mouth faster than me. I was overjoyed. From the carefulness of the guy's body language and his full attention, I gathered it was early in their courtship. And you know what every guy eventually wants out of a date. I watched as his hopes of getting that started dying when he looked at her riding a 30-foot wave of ecstasy and realized that he could never compete with the demi glace. And yet he kept looking at her awkwardly waiting for an opening to run rehearsed game. I wanted to blink him a code to tell him to just enjoy his food and buy lotion. It's over, hoss. As a married man, I don't have to deal with shit like conversation anymore. This is also a plus for Miss K because I talk exactly like how I write and there's only so many references to 'Deliverance' a woman can take during dinner. Once the duck massacre ended, our incredible server offered us dessert and highly recommended the beef and potato pizza for next time. We passed on dessert but I considered getting the pizza to go. They're grilled and I've always wanted to try a grilled pizza. But I was so satisfied and full, and not in a greasy disgusting way, that I bookmarked it for next time. It's also way better hot off the grill than soggy in a box. The restaurant had gotten crowded by this point. Stepping over all the two-by-fours poking into the aisles, I released a Parthian-shot burp and made my escape into the warm summer night. ___________________________ *Cymothoa exigua. read more

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Perfection. Beautiful atmosphere, excellent server, delicious food and wine. All the boxes are checked " yes". When you are in Boston do yourself a favor and book a reservation. read more

Mistral - Starting the evening of right at Mistral. - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I came back for an event and the food was SO GOOD. We had light bites so nothing was heavy like last time. The event room is in the back of the restaurant so it's nice and private! Tuna tartar - Quite yummy but nothing special Carpaccio - Absolutely amazing. I would come back and eat this anytime. There is some truffle in there...way too good. Lobster Bisque- Creamy, too creamy. The lobster was good :) Mashed potato and beef tenderloin pizza- OMG. TOO DELICIOUS. I could not get enough of this pizza. The slices had the perfect ratio of meat to mash. Margarita Pizza - The oregano on this pizza was fresh to death. Great service as usual. Our waiter was from France so we ended up hanging out with him by the end of the event. Cute accent too! Also, disclaimer, the event was free. But since I had been here before I'm glad I was able to try a bunch more items on their menu. I will come back for the pizza!! read more

This breezy, high-ceilinged, Provence-inspired dining room is located in Boston's stylish South End. The hospitable team, led by Chef Jamie Mammano serves dinner nightly, offering craft cocktails and fine wines inside their dramatic dining room: pristine white linens, muted tones, and arched windows. This is an elegant eatery synonymous with sophistication, attracting local flair, and those in the know. read more

Mistral - Maine crab ravioli with thyme & tomato broth - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This was truly one of the overall finest meals we've ever had. From a Starter of Beef Carpaccio which was so fresh tasting. Each component added so well to the dish. Moving on to Roasted Duck, Halibut and the Dover Sole Meunièr which were all done truly wonderful. When you love the accompanying dishes as well on their own, the dish gets a resounding "mmmm". Deserts were sorbet, crème brûlée Warm Chocolate Torte and mousse...all got 5 stars for their own subtle flavors like flakes of sea salt and creaminess. Ending with a wonderful decaf coffee! The fantastic waitress was the capper of the night. She had the perfect amount of attentiveness, personality and charm. Great job. Will be talked about for a long time by this foodie family. read more

Nice atmosphere, good service and selection of menu items. We ordered 4 appetizers and 4 main courses and we are very happy with the appetizers but the main courses were disappointing. read more

Hands down one of my favorite French spots in Boston. Every dish I had was amazing and the service was just as great. I love when the manager/chef comes by the table to make sure you're having a great experience. read more

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The perfect comfort food for a cold rainy Sunday morning. Lovely setting, fine service and food to match. I enjoyed my entire meal. Clearly understandable why they have lasted for over 2 decades! read more

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Came here for my birthday and it was such a great experience. Bread was beautifully baked - crispy outside and tender/soft inside. The Vermont butter and chickpea that went with it was also top notch. The seared fois gras was beautifully balanced with brioche and duck - every bite was a treat. Duck with wild mushroom risotto was absolutely the star - the risotto was creamy, rich, and the mushroom flavor was well accentuated. The duck was crispy on the outside with beautiful flavor. Something else to rave about was the service. Our servers were professional, knowledgeable and super attentive and prompt. We really enjoyed our experience here and will for sure return for some more! read more

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First visit to Mistral. Lovely restaurant but tables in the lounge are way to close together- that drives me crazy. Terrific wines by the glass and literally the best foie gras I've ever eaten. Our server was nice but very definitely not trained in fine dining. It's expensive and for the price, I expect appropriate level service. read more

Everything about dining at Mistral is worth experiencing. The service is top notch, from being greeted at the front door through the conclusion of your meal, the entire staff is attentive and engaging. The menu is fantastic, nothing but praise for the chef and kitchen staff. Tuna tartare, duck, pasta, salads, molten chocolate cake etc made their way to our table and each was fantastic. The couple next to use ordered the Cornish game hen, I thought about leaning over and taking a bite, it looked that good. It's decadent, but worth every penny. read more

Based on other reviews, it seems you are either a 'fan' of this place, or not. I'm mostly in the 'not' category although this place definitely has it's merits and I hope this review does not sound petulant. For example, they called to confirm the reservation and asked if anyone in the party has food allergies. My friend knows I have food sensitivities and they asked her to have me call them (I did) to let them know what 'allergies'. That's a good start. We were out to celebrate our friends anniversary. On a very cold January evening, the line to the hostess podium was out the door, into the vestibule and onto the street. While waiting in this line, a bride came through repeatedly yelling 'let me through, I have to get to my reception'. She was shortly followed by a group of older folks, one with a walker, who appeared to be going to her reception as well. We moved out of the way as best we could in the tight space we had available due to the number of people waiting. Everyone was trying to get into the vestibule and out of the cold. Once inside the main restaurant, we could see three staff members at the hostess stand talking about something and looking at the podium. After some discussion, the three or four parties ahead of us were seated. A gentleman (I use that word loosely) took our coats. My friend was wearing a leather coat and said gentleman asked 'did you ride your motorcycle here?' in a less than genteel manner. She took it as a joke and commented about it being her best, but I was insulted on her behalf by this person's attitude. Since it was her anniversary celebration, and she was very excited to dine here, I let it slide. We were brought to a table tightly spaced among others toward the back of the restaurant and right on the aisle where waitstaff were breezing by. My friend requested we be relocated. We were told to 'wait by the end of the bar' and she would ask. Really? Wait by the bar? Is that the protocol? The area by the 'end of the bar' is where staff are flying back and forth with food and drink. We were completely 'in the way' and staff were looking at us like we didn't belong in this spot. Which we did not. The hostess returned and relocated us to a table out of traffic by being tucked between two other tables. Think of a zig-zag pattern of tables. Ours was next to a pane of colored glass suspended between two pillars separating us from the bar area. All these tables are quite close quarters and once seated, it can be a challenge to get up and out without disturbing other guests. I'm not sure what their reservation policy is, but if you make a reservation, request a booth, which is more spacious and private. Our waitress, who was very personable and attentive to start with, came to take a drink order, but we had not yet looked over the wine list. She came back, again, too quickly. We were still deciding what to drink because our wine choice would be dictated by our meal selection and we hadn't made that determination yet. The third visit, we had made a decision about wine and food. I made a special request on my steak sauce based on some of my food sensitivities and requested it be cooked 'medium'. When the food arrived a big show was made about my 'medium cooked steak being prepared as specially ordered'. Except my steak was not cooked medium. I was given the 'medium well' steak my SO ordered and he got my 'medium'. Does that mean he got my 'specially prepared' sauce too? No idea, but this is disappointing. The steak, although not cooked to my preference, was extremely tender. I hadn't ordered a 'wow' dish, so I can't fault this dish for not being 'wow'. It was steak and potatoes. Just 'regular' grub, albeit very expensive, tender grub. I was also not wowed by our wine selection. I feel a rant coming on about wine, but will spare you my exasperation. We did not order dessert because by the time we had completed our meal, we were all ready to get the heck out of there. Even my friend commented she felt our waitress 'was not happy' with us because we had not ordered 'soup to nuts.' We requested a cab, and after some delay one was ordered. We waited in the vestibule with the valet staff for our cab to arrive. These folk were better mannered than some of the dining room staff. This should have been a wonderful evening of celebration. Instead I am left with a hope never to return to Mistral. read more

Mistral - Melt in your mouth - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We went to Mistral on a Saturday night right at 5:30pm with reservations. We were some of the first people to be seated in a big empty room and by the time we left the place was filled up with people. The food was amazing. We expected it to be high quality food given the business setting and prices, and it did not disappoint. This is the type of place people go to for celebrations and special night-outs with loved ones or family. I'd say every other table ordered a bottle of wine for their table, every 3 tables I noticed were handing out gifts (graduation or wedding gifts maybe?) and we were there to celebrate our first night as husband and wife. The food and service is high quality and well organized. No complaints for this place! read more

Mistral - Classic Crème Brûlée - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Came here for my 6 year anniversary and honestly i was disappointed with this establishment, there was no wow factor like you would get from mooo... restraunt and my rack of lamb was under seasoned with measly pieces of carrots. Shocked at paying such high prices for a subpar experience. Would pass if you were looking to come here to celebrate . read more

It's been almost a year since I went here with my girlfriend for our one year anniversary, and I still remember that seared fois gras and rack of lamb. Before I dive into the food though, I'll give a general breakdown of the restaurant itself. It has a more rustic feel to it combined with some elegance here and there. Service wise, the waitress we had was hard to flag down at first but later on very attentive. And the food, oh man,.... lets start with the seared fois gras. This was my first time having fois gras and let me tell you, it was so decadent and rich. Every bite will literally coat your mouth with fat and the cherry sauce adds a sweet element to it. The portion was also quite generous and easily shareable with another person. After we finished every last piece of fois gras, the main courses came out and they exceeded my expectations. The rack of lamb was cooked perfectly on the inside to a nice medium rare and beautifully seared with a crust on the outside. I still remember taking that first bite and literally having to just take a moment to process how moist and tender it was. While this entree does cost around $58, it was easily worth every single penny and til this day, I still believe that it was the best lamb I've had in my life. For my girlfriend, she ended up getting the prime sirloin, which we both agreed wasn't the best steak ever. I want to say it was because the flavors didn't really layer on top of each other and it ended up being just a well cooked piece of beef. Anyway, I can feel my mouth watering as I'm about to end this review so if you have a special occasion coming up, definitely go make that reservation and order that lamb. read more

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Atmosphere, service and food was beyond phenomenal. It was the perfect date night. We'll be back for sure read more

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I've been a fan of their brunch for yearssss, but this time, my review is for dinner, which I finally got to try for my birthday recently - thanks to my Mr. (but wait a second... why did it take him so long to bring me back here?!). Anyway, everything was 5 stars from food, service, and ambiance, and we left happily full after. What we loved aka. must-try: 1. SEARED FOIE GRAS (app) 2. SOFT SHELL CRAB (special) 3. HALF DUCK & MUSHROOM RISOTTO 4. LAMB RACK Not necessary, but we called in advance to reserve the highly-rated duck entree just in case. Upon seating, the hostess assured us that the kitchen had it ready for us :) Yes, this dish totally met my expectations and more! Tasted even better when paired with a glass of Les Ursulines Pinot Noir (same cherry notes) - thanks to our server for the great rec! Be prepared for leftovers; it made for an indulgent lunch the next day (co-workers were jealous). Service was friendly, professional, attentive, and perfect pacing. We were too full for dessert, but our server kindly sent over a trio of sorbet with a birthday candle, on the house. Ambiance was classy and dressy, but still intimate and not stuffy. Definitely a memorable place for special occasions. read more

Loved this place. Wonderful service and delicious food. When I asked for a better seat they were happy to comply. Highly recommend. Upscale without being stuffy. read more

Searching for the best foie gras in the city? Look no further! Mistral's is seared with duck confit in a brioche served with dried cherry gastrique. So delicious and plentiful. Easily the best dish on the menu as well. The roasted duck was delicious! A very large plate though with half of a whole duck. Avoid seafood options: overly salty. The salt overtook both the Maine crab ravioli and halibut with paella-style risotto. Although we sampled the dessert with the Mistral Assiette, the standout was the profiterole. Next time, I'll order just that. Cons: Dinner service was too fast when French cuisine tends to be eased into. Too many tables stuffed the dining room, so ambience isn't great. Definitely not a fine dining experience. read more

Mistral - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Used to go all the time but the food has gone way downhill. The tuna pizza and tartare used to be a staple but the last couple times I've gone in, the quality was terrible. The tuna was not fresh, it was very fishy. The tenderloin was small and over cooked and my wife's dover sole was dry. The other restaurants this group own have also taken a hit in quality. read more