Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

4.3

2565 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 25 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Aquitaine Bis brings the charm of Paris to the suburbs, offering an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or date night. Known as a neighborhood gem and a wine bar, it’s perfect for those seeking a refined dining experience. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Seth Woods, features French classics like Steak Frites, Nicoise Salad, Moules (Mussels), Duck Confit, Croque Madame, and Truffle Fries. Whether you’re enjoying a business lunch, a cozy dinner, or the iconic Sunday brunch, Aquitaine Bis delivers the traditions of its Chestnut Hill location with seasonal flair tailored to Newton. Pair your meal with a curated wine selection for a true French bistro experience.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Bistro, European
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 734-8400
Website
http://www.aquitainechestnuthill.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Seth Woods
Private party facilities
Our award-winning chef and knowledgeable staff will create your perfect event. Signature menu items as well as seasonal favorites will be complimented by uncompromising attention to detail.

Location
11 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Neighbourhood
Chestnut Hill
Cross Street
at Route 9
Parking details
Pull in to the lot in front or back, self park and walk right in!
Public transit
Green Line-Riverside-Chestnut Hill
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

French Onion SoupUS$16.50
Bone broth, aged sherry, croutons, emmenthaler & gruyere
Raw & Roasted Vegetable Bagna CaudaUS$12.75
Spring dug farm vegetables, labne, herbs & za'atar spices
Truffled Patè de CanardUS$14.50
Pickled jardiniere, pommery mustard & toasted brioche
Salade BoûcheronUS$12.25
Warm chévre, young lettuces, hazelnuts, vinaigrette & country toast
Belgian Endive SaladeUS$12.75
Walnuts, honeycrisp apple, aged roquefort & vinaigrette
Escargots BourguignonUS$13.25
Garlic parsley butter, pernod & toasted baquette
Moules en CassouletteUS$15.50
Cultivated mussels, white wine, shallots, crème fraiche & thyme
Carpaccio of Sirloin*US$18.00
Marinated mushrooms, soy nut chili crisps, truffle aioli & pecorino romano
Burrata FromageUS$15.00
Favas, peas, mint, asparagus, radishes & baguette
Tuna Tartare Japonaise*US$17.25
Avocado, cucumber, tamari, yuzu vinaigrette & crisps

Entrée

Chicken RotiUS$27.75
Pan rroasted breast, pewee potatoes, fiddleheads, pearl onions, foraged mushrooms & sweet garlic jus
Faroe Island Salmon*US$28.75
Sweet peas, favas, snap peas, petite onions, chanterelles & sauce verte
Sole MeunièreUS$29.75
Citrus beurre monte, lemon supremes, snap peas, pomme de terre puree & parsley
Moules FritesUS$21.00
Cultivated mussels, white wine, shalllots, crème fraiche, baguette, pommes frites & aioli
Duck BarigouleUS$29.75
Braised artichokes, hand dug vegetables, sweet pea puree & caramelized onion gastrique
Orecchiette PastaUS$25.50
Shaved asparagus, burrata, pistachio pistou, basil, mint & ricotta salata
Veal SchnitzelUS$27.00
Fried egg, capers, white anchovies, watercress & roasted asparagus salade with citrus beurre monte
Pan Roasted BranzinoUS$28.50
Shaved napa cabbage, sliced heirloom potatoes, sauce gribiche, lemon & chives
Steak Frites Aquitaine*US$29.00
Hanger steaks, shallot sauce, perigord truffle, watercress & hand-cut fries
Steak Frites Parisian*US$35.50
Ny strip steak, garlic parsley butter & hand-cut fries
Filet au Poivre*
Center cut tenderloin, cognac crème, gratin potatoes & charred scallion
- Market Price
Truffle Burger*US$20.50
Dry aged beef, sharp cheddar, sweet onion & truffle sauce

Sides

Haricots VertsUS$9.25
Shallots & thyme
Pommes RobuchonUS$7.50
Sweet cream butter & chives
Roasted Foraged MushroomsUS$10.25
Thyme & butter
Potato GratinUS$8.50
Gruyere & parmesan
Hand Cut Pommes FritesUS$7.25
Truffle aioli & sea salt

What 2,565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill offers a classic French bistro experience with "excellent food and service" and a "gorgeous ambiance." Guests frequently praise the "delicious" dishes like the duck breast and sole, as well as the "outstanding cocktails." Warm and attentive staff enhance the dining experience, making it a popular choice for brunch, special occasions, and leisurely lunches.

2,565 Reviews

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Norine
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We have always loved this restaurant as a local, dependable and efficient restaurant. Tonight.... ugh...incredibly slow, poor service. The staff we interacted with were pulling double duty. The bartender was also our waitress. They are clearly understaffed in the dining area as well as the kitchen. We sat for almost 15 minutes after being seated to be acknowledged. The food took another 25 minutes to be delivered to the table. Not the employees fault. I have loved this restaurant for years. We are not going back.
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Alice
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
2.0
18 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were disappointed in our standby French restaurant last night. I received the wrong drink, which was quickly corrected. My order of duck was really not well made, and that's why I visit Aquitaine for their duck a lorange. So, a fairly large expense for not so good a dinner. I hope this was a one off, as we like the restaurant usually.
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John
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for my wife’s Birthday. Ivonne was the hostess and from beginning to end, she made this a very special experience. Service was excellent. The food was delicious. The ambiance and atmosphere inside is gorgeous. 5 stars all around. Ivonne even provided a chocolate lava cake as a special birthday dessert, and she covered this additional cost. Extremely generous and thoughtful. Thank you Aquitaine. We will be back.
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Anna
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service! Price is very reasonable.
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Heather
Greater Boston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Our reservation was at opening. However it took several minutes after sitting before lights were turned on in the restaurant. For our meal, we each ordered French toast. We received something like bread pudding. We were not told ahead of time that what we ordered wasn’t available. I also ordered lyonnaise potatoes and received roasted potatoes. These are not the same thing - again not told it was not an option. Finally I ordered an espresso martini that was very bad. I asked for a remake and they added Bailey’s. I don’t believe it had espresso which is part of the standard recipe. All in all our experience was poor enough we won’t return.
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Leticia
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved everything about this restaurant, the service was amazing, and the food was excellent.
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ZITA
VIP
Greater Boston
310 reviews
4.0
310 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Sole entree is so delicious! Our server Fidel is excellent, he’s attentive, helpful and gracious. Jaime’s cocktails are outstanding!
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Fenel
Greater Boston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was delectable and the atmosphere welcoming; however the servers are not as attentive as they should be especially to customers drinking a bottle of wine. They have an excellent wine list but the servers have difficulty opening the bottle and when they do serve it, they abandon it on the table. The empty glasses remain empty until one pours it yourself.
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Cami
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Our server and the ambiance were the highlight of the evening. Appetizers were good, but the entrees were mediocre. The schnitzel and risotto were plated poorly and looked unappetizing. Our steak arrived to the table late.
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Pat
VIP
Greater Boston
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I love the food here - French cooking at its best. Great wine selection and lovely service.
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FAQs

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 734-8400.

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill is rated 4.3 stars by 2565 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

11 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Additional information

Cross Street
at Route 9
Neighbourhood
Chestnut Hill
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Bistro, European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Pull in to the lot in front or back, self park and walk right in!
Public transit
Green Line-Riverside-Chestnut Hill
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Seth Woods
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aquitainechestnuthill.com/
Phone number
(617) 734-8400
Private party facilities
Our award-winning chef and knowledgeable staff will create your perfect event. Signature menu items as well as seasonal favorites will be complimented by uncompromising attention to detail.

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

French Onion SoupUS$16.50

Raw & Roasted Vegetable Bagna CaudaUS$12.75

Truffled Patè de CanardUS$14.50

Salade BoûcheronUS$12.25

Belgian Endive SaladeUS$12.75

Escargots BourguignonUS$13.25

Moules en CassouletteUS$15.50

Carpaccio of Sirloin*US$18.00

Burrata FromageUS$15.00

Tuna Tartare Japonaise*US$17.25

Entrée

Chicken RotiUS$27.75

Faroe Island Salmon*US$28.75

Sole MeunièreUS$29.75

Moules FritesUS$21.00

Duck BarigouleUS$29.75

Orecchiette PastaUS$25.50

Veal SchnitzelUS$27.00

Pan Roasted BranzinoUS$28.50

Steak Frites Aquitaine*US$29.00

Steak Frites Parisian*US$35.50

Filet au Poivre*

Truffle Burger*US$20.50

Sides

Haricots VertsUS$9.25

Pommes RobuchonUS$7.50

Roasted Foraged MushroomsUS$10.25

Potato GratinUS$8.50

Hand Cut Pommes FritesUS$7.25

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