My wife and I had brunch at Petit Robert on a January morning. The food was delicious - I would definitely eat there again.

Very sad, this restaurant used to be my favorite restaurant in Boston. They've expanded their outdoor space and we've been twice since. Both times it took us almost two hours to get our food. Both times several dinners came out after other people at our table had already finished their meals. Although the food and waiter was good, the management is well aware of this problem and are ignoring it. Multiple other tables were complaining about the same issue. We gave them the benefit of the doubt the first time but this is clearly a chronic issue. Would not go back read more

Sadly a disappointing dinner here- we walk by this place near daily and decided to give it a shot. I will say the bread/butter was delicious, and the burrata appetizer was decent. The risotto was unfortunately some of the worst I've had- watery with pretty much no taste. Salmon was meh, wines were meh. The half of the restaurant we sat in could benefit from some sprucing up. read more

Petit Robert Bistro - Risotto - pretty bland - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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FINE FRENCH FOOD! The service was very attentive and consistent. I had a baked salmon with a very rich sauce. It was very good, but Boston high priced, and not something that I'd come back for again. I'm told though, that red meats are where they shine. So, if that's your thing, my dining friends recommend it. My companions had come here often for their meat dishes. THE DEAL: Loved the Profiterole dessert! read more

Sadly underwhelming. Was expecting top notch dinner, but it was quite mediocre. The steak frites' steak itself was quite good and perfectly cooked, but was served with fries that were stale, cold, and clearly had been fried hours earlier. The fries are a key component of steak frites. Once you add the $40 price tag it becomes almost comical to serve stale hours-old fries. read more

I came here on a date after I mentioned that I had never really had quality French food before. My date made a reservation and it wasn't too busy for 6:30pm on a Thursday night, but we were seated right away. We had the option to sit outside or inside, and we chose to sit outside since it was a nice day and the neighborhood seemed quiet. We ordered the escargots and half a dozen oysters to start, and they were both absolutely delicious. The escargots were flavorful, and the oysters were extremely refreshing. For our entrees, I ordered the scallops and my date ordered the pork. The pork looked like it was breaded, which surprised my date, since he was here last year and it was prepared differently then. It was still tasty, but maybe a tad overcooked. The scallops were cooked perfectly though so I had no complaints! I took off one star for the service since it wasn't the quickest. Overall, I wouldn't mind coming back! read more

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great ambience inside and really nice outdoor space in the summer. Warm bread is so good and everything was pretty delicious from start to finish. If you're in there on a busy night, it can be a pretty tight space. read more

Great service, good food. The portions, especially dessert were huge so plan accordingly. We were too full to finish. This was the perfect mom and daughter lunch time date spot! read more

What an amazing spot! A true French experience that felt (and tasted) just like Paris. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly. Can't wait to return! read more

Top notch wait staff. Everyone was very pleasant and attentive. The waiter gave very helpful recommendations for each course. We had reservations for 4 people at 8:45 on a Friday night. We were greeted warmly and promptly. It was a short wait for the table, but the host kept us updated with the table status. Starting with cocktails - I wish I could remember the name of my drink because it was fantastic..."tangerine something..."? Citrusy and refreshing, exactly as I had requested. The bread is AMAZING - there's something about hot loaves of bread that just make any dining experience better. The bread had a perfect crust on the outside and was light and fluffy on the inside. We devoured two loaves immediately and asked for more. We shared escargot, which was pretty standard. I'd say dipping the bread in the garlic-pesto-butter of the escargot dish was the highlight for me. We also ordered a side of pommes frites to share - they were pretty standard thin cut french fries. I had the skirt steak with bordelaise sauce. The steak was very flavorful and an expertly cooked medium-rare. I was very happy with the mushroom bordelaise sauce. The veggies were broccoli and cauliflower. The broccoli was nicely done, but the cauliflower was a little too al dente for my liking. It was a bit hard to cut, even with my steak knife. The table shared the dessert of the day: tiramisu (as recommended). Each layer was very light and complimented it's neighbor layers well. Overall it was an extremely pleasant dinner. We were one of the last tables in the restaurant, but they let us sit and enjoy our after dinner coffee and tea without pressuring us to leave. I would definitely come again. read more

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Had a burger, the parfait, and croissant. Great environment and service, and very fresh and tasty food. Also decent prices. Casual yet elegant enough for any occasion. read more

This is a solid French Bistro in Boston. Food is great! Service is great! And the prices seem more reasonable than comparable French restaurants. I had the Foie de Veau (calf liver). They nailed it, medium rare, and the sauce, caramelized onions, and lardons (bacon) made for a delectable pairing. My fiancé and I both finished every morsel on our plates! read more

Amazing food and feel very lucky they are still open during COVID. Had an incredible take-out Christmas dinner. The kitchen was backed up and order was not ready for pick-up. But they DELIVERED the food with no extra charge and added dessert! Food was as delicious as dining in options. Thank you for all you do Petit Robert Bistro! read more

First time to Petit Robert Bistro and definitely won't be the last! Phenomenal food and friendly service. They were out of the typical side pairing for the scallops, but the risotto definitely did not disappoint. Overall a lovely evening out! All staff followed recommended precautions and dividers were bet even all tables. Very nice experience and highly recommend to anyone looking for fabulous French cuiisine' read more

Petit Robert Bistro - Scallops - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I thought the Coq au vin was extremely tasty My husband abhorred the beef bourginon, the meat wasn't very tender. Very close to where we are staying. I would give it another shot. read more

Upgrading to 4 (more like 3.75 rounding up?) I paid another visit to Petit Robert for dinner. Among the plates we ordered I loved the pates, the chicken and the skate wing. I wouldn't recommend their escargots - those lacked a little chew. I'd be back to check out the remainder of the menu given this visit. Wines could be better... **** Well at least I ticked this one off my list. We ordered from the lunch menu and got a variety. The omelette is very American and not very French (not the gooey soft French type). Eggs benedict was good - very nicely poached eggs. We also loved their fries - very crispy. Good experience overall but we were not impressed. read more

Preface my review with I don't typically write reviews, I'm not one to complain, and I've never once left a restaurant before ordering. Today I did just that. After having a reservation, waiting for 45 minutes, we watched them move a table out into the parking lane and sat us there. If you've walked by you know part of the cuteness of this place is their Parisian vibes -- which we were completely removed from. We expressed our discontent with the waiter and the host in which they told us "we seat people here all the time, your fine". We walked out. Service and ambiance was terrible for what would have been an over $150 dinner. While I didn't eat, I wouldn't recommend. read more

Great spot! The service was wonderful and the food was delicious. We got French onion soups, mussels and fries. The atmosphere was lovely and the outdoor space was great. Will definitely be back! read more

Petit Robert Bistro - French Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The $40 steak didn't have any taste. I wrote a review in the reservation service I used and the restaurant replied that they would reimburse me for the meal. I thought that was gracious but haven't heard back from them. read more

Food was below average. Burgers were dry yet pricey. Escargot was average. Half the food didn't come out at all even though we spent about 2 hours there and inquired about it a few times. Service super slow and servers not attentive. We eventually asked for the check and spoke to the manager about the terrible experience and he didn't really seem to care much. Will not go back. Save your money. read more

Great little breakfast at a great little value! Went for Saturday brunch about 1130 and got right in. Staff was nice, and the food was good (great croque monsieur). read more

A nice french restaurant, quiet, classy and simple. excellent food and service. will be back. read more

Perfect brunch! Delicious accompaniment sauce with the oysters. Steak au poivre was one of the best I've ever eaten. Nutella crepe was sensational, omelettes were tasty. Service and ambience make you feel as if you're dining abroad. A+! read more

I bike past Petit Robert Bistro everyday to and from work. In the evenings, the front patio is nearly always swarming with people who seem to be enjoying what I always imagined as an authentic French experience. On a lazy Saturday afternoon, we stopped by to check out if my assumptions were right (spoiler alert: they were). Brendan and Becca: We weren't hungry enough for a full meal each, which is an absolute rarity for us, so we made the decision to split French Onion Soup (FOS) and a hamburger (pronounced AMM-burr-gair). Before we got the food we ordered, we were blessed with a heavenly baguette served with a whipped butter. Honestly, it wasn't anything profoundly different than the bread service at any ol' restaurant, save the fact that it was DELICIOUS. Gotta love a delicious bread service. The FOS was absolutely top notch. Flavor was spot on. The melti-ness of the cheese was just right. If I were to have one complaint, It would be that the crouton was pretty soggy - not absolutely damning for a bowl of FOS, but also not ideal. The hamburger was cooked to perfection and an absolute delight. The type of burger that you eat and then realize that most other burgers you eat don't let the flavor of the beef shine, but rather drown it in a sea of sauces and toppings. But not this burger, this burger was nothing but pure meat deliciousness. The accompanying fries were thinly sliced and served crisp, just how we like them. She had a Champagne, St. Germain, and Creme de Cassis cocktail. She said it was refreshing and light, but I cannot confirm because she loved it so much she didn't let me even taste it. I had a Blueberry Moscow Mule. It was very enjoyable, but I found the ginger beer overpowering. Overall, we wanted to give the place a 5/5, but had to deduct one point for the expense. Everything on the menu seemed to have a price of $11. The meal was delicious, but it seemed over the top for 2 drinks a burger and a bowl of FOS to ring up at over $50. Would go back, but the expense might be prohibitive for some. read more

Sent a baguette along with my Uber Eats. Delicious food, and the extra touch went a long way. Thank you! I haven't dined in - which most of the complaints seem to focus on - but the takeout was perfect. read more

My favorite French bistro in Boston! Food is always so good and the atmosphere is very cozy

I've been having great luck with groupons. I had lunch there with a groupon and the experience made me want to go back there. Since it was restaurant week, there was a 3-course lunch that was about the price of the groupon so I had that with a Sam Adams light. I was sitting at the bar and should have seen all the other things I could have ordered to drink. They have good beers on tap, like Leffe and 1664. It's quite refreshing to be in a Boston restaurant that has something else besides Sam Adams on tap. If you're in the mood for something sweeter, they have Framboise. Next time, I'm getting that. Okay, so I had the smoked salmon soup of the day, the fried pork, and creme caramel. I thought the French served smaller portions but I guess they adapted to the American customs. I probably shouldn't have eaten the whole bowl of soup. The carrots were a little too crunch for my taste and I left those on the plate. Fortunately, dessert was light. If you look at my pictures, you'll see that the food is presented very simply and cleanly. It was a delicious lunch but I probably won't have a 3-course meal again any time soon. Two courses is enough. I went in at about 1:30 p.m. and the place was almost empty. The service was obviously great because the waiter had only one other table and me to take care of. So, if you want a quiet place to have lunch, go there after 1 p.m. I think they serve lunch until 5 p.m. read more

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I love this spot. I also loved it in its previous Beacon St location....other than parking. But as they have here, there is valet parking. And remember folks, you are downtown not the burbs with free parking lots. The ambiance is cozy and friendly. The host has always been positive. Our waiter experiences have always been good and attentive although I have read here that is not always true. It has been true for us our six or seven visits. The fare is bistro which I love. The mussels are my all time favorite, bread is warm, daily fish usually and always salmon has been an option too. For those liver lovers, I am told it is great here. Desserts have been delicious and shared with pleasure. We are going back....and often walk to the symphony from there. read more

I haven't wrote a review in a while but I had to come back to write this one since this place is in my neighborhood. The three stars is based mostly on atmosphere/service. I would give the food 4 stars. Atmosphere: The place is kind of awkward. The main entrance leads into the "bar" area which is dimly lit and sort of grungy. Then the host will lead you around the back to the nice dining area. I would definitely change the lay out of the restaurant so that they nice area is what you see first. There are big windows in the dining area which allows for natural light (a plus!). There is also outdoor seating which is nice in the warmer months. Service: In short, the whole service was unimpressive. The waiter/waitress was NICE but wasn't completely aware of our requests/interests. For example, my mother ordered a glass of wine and they gave it to her without tasting - unfortunately she didn't like it so they had to send it back. We asked some simple questions but I think the server was generally confused. I guess it wasn't as "attentive" as I would expect from a fancy, smaller french bistro. If you're wondering if it was crowded - it wasn't! Food: We enjoyed all of our meals, as well as the fresh oysters (albeit pricey!). I especially enjoyed my meal - steak frites! The Deal Breaker: I wasn't able to finish my dinner (steak frites) so I asked for it to go. There was steak, fries, some vegetables, and my steak sauce left. When I received my "to go" bag - all that was in it was a plastic container with just my steak! Where did the rest of my meal go! I was shocked. I have never had a restaurant only return part of my meal back to me. They should have asked if I wanted it all if they weren't planning on wrapping it up. I wasn't in the mood to bring it up there so here I am on yelp. read more

Great restaurant and nice atmosphere. Had the World Cup games going on with heating outside. I had the pbr burger for lunch with truffle fries. Would recommend eating there again but make reservations beforehand. read more

Food was decent but nothing too extraordinary. Nice atmosphere, felt safe and people were nice. Though I'd recommend to change the menu advertised outside as prices were different inside in the e-menu which can mislead people to enter the restaurant thinking the price of a plate to be something which isn't. Mussels were advertised 15 dollars outside and billed at 16.5. It's a small difference but be good to update the menu. read more

Had a lovely dinner with my boyfriend, my parents, my brother and his girlfriend. We arrived early for our reservation and were seated immediately. Waitstaff was efficient and friendly. Everything that came to the table was absolutely delicious. We started with foie gras, tartar, burrata, mussels, and garden salad. Everything was easy to share and w joy. The wine for the table was served appropriately and was divine. Main courses included the classic steak frites, beouf Bourguignon, coq au vin, as well as scallops. Everything was yummy and there was barely enough left to fill one small take out container. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a delicious meal served by impeccable staff. read more

Outdoor heated dining setup was awesome. They have patio seating in front of the restaurant and they have 3 heated igloo/structures in the back of the restaurant. Very friendly wait staff, yummy food! read more

Amazing spot! Great vibes, great staff! Haven't had any of their mains, but the appetizers and oysters are always excellent.

Absolutely terrible, would be laughed out of the worst Paris slum. Terrible service, food served cold. I ordered Boeuf Bourginnon, and the meat was a tough, coarse pot roast at best. I had a waiter going around with chewing gum. read more

One of the all time favorite French restaurants for a casual but delicious meal. Ambiance is just like a classic bistro and the staff is attentive and friendly. The menu added a few items recently and one of the new ones is the cod. Excellent in quality and in taste. Just enough seasoning to bring out the natural flavors of the fish. The beef bourguignon and coq au vin are always a pleasure to have as well. French onion soup this time had less body to it, unlike previous times but it was still tasty nonetheless. Also one of the few places to serve delicious hot bread, if you're into that. read more

It was good that they were open on thanksgiving. The food was good, not spectacular, but good. Two things that caught my attention and that I did not like: If you order a glass of wine from the wine list they bring you only the glass with the wine, not the bottle and they serve you directly, I wonder, how do I know that the wine they're serving me is no another wine, maybe other cheaper than I saw on the list? I didn't like that...so just "trust". The second thing is they should have a "dress code", next to us were a table with inappropriate "dress code" and very loud, the manager and waitress didn't say anything say something, but they didn't . Anyways, I will give them a second chance and we'll see. Many things to improve guys ! Please open the wine and serve with the people in the table no in other side that we can't see . read more

I had made reservations and notified them of the time when I arrived and they had us standing in the doorway. Thank god the valet got us chairs 20 minutes later to order a drink. 35 minutes after our reservation time we were finally seated without an apology. I will break the experience down: Service VERY slow. They basically ran out of everything and told us 30 mins later after putting in our order or once they served it to us. Drinks: the only thing that made me give this place a 1 star. They are not cheap with their portions. The bartender makes some good drinks! Food is horrible and disappointing: I ordered a cheese platter for an app and well lets just say you can get better quality at trader Joe's and this is me being nice! Entree: I ordered pork chops with the mashed potatoes it came with. When I got my plate i was told there were no mashed potatoes and they served me double of their bland vegetables. At that point I asked for french fries instead as the veggies had a horrible taste and hard. Well I got the quality of "Steak & Shake" french fries and I am really not kidding when i say Steak & Shake tastes better! My Pork chop was so hard I could not even chew it, I had to embarrassingly stab it hard to take portions. It was almost hard as rock. My husband ordered their chicken after they ran out of his first 3 choices and he was unimpressed. He actually only ate half and did not pack the rest for home. Overall this is not a good place to eat, I wouldnt even recommend my enemy to eat here! If you are looking for a place to get drinks ONLY then yes go for drinks read more

Easy to get a reservation to the food! Just exceptional! We had the octopus and oysters for our starters. The octopus were so good we ordered another before our main dishes. Just so good! Our main dishes were mushrooms risotto and scallops with risotto. Just delicious! Our wine was just great accompanying our food! Will definitely be back!!! read more

I was vigorously attacked by bees as my waiter completely forgot to realize he didn't put in my order. It would have been less weird if he hadn't kept walking by me to serve everyone else. I had a salad and it was fine. At least I got to have lunch outside, so that was cool. read more