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Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

4.6
4.6
2675 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
With a casual atmosphere and a classic menu, Petit Robert Bistro feels like an authentic French bistro. Established in 2005 in the South End of Boston, Petit Robert Bistro has become an institution in the neighborhood! Our patio is one of the most beautiful and comfortable places in Boston. Our Chef Chris Ipus HAS created an authentic and very interesting menu that changes every season.
Bon Appetit!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Traditional French
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 867-0600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Ipus
  • Neighbourhood
    South End
  • Cross Street
    W. Newton Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Back Bay station, Prudential
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's eve at Petit Robert Bistro

    US$85.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Join us this evening to bid farewell to 2024. An evening filled with great food and wonderful company, featuring a carefully selected prix-fixe menu by our chef, Christian. As the year comes to a close, we are thrilled to announce a special celebration to ring in the New Year at Petit Robert Bistro. This New Year's Eve, we are curating an unforgettable dining experience with a meticulously crafted prix-fixe menu that promises to elevate your celebration to new heights. The regular dinner menu will be unavailable for New Year's Eve.
    New Year's eve at Petit Robert Bistro photo

What 2,675 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    French

  • Boston

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue offers a charming Parisian atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating. Known for its "excellent service" and "delicious food," it's a favorite spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Guests praise the "bistro feel" and a varied menu featuring French classics. Enjoy the lively ambiance and attentive staff for a memorable dining experience.
2,675 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were welcomed warmly and had great, friendly and attentive service. They even samg happy birthday. The environment was pretty and we enjoyed the big windows and mural. We liked the food and wine options alot and ate all of our creme brule dessert even though we were full! Lovely south end bistro which has kept prices fair. There were less expensive options inlcuding glasses of wine for $11 and sandwicjes for 12-15. So it can be budget friendly when many South End spots are not.

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  2. Violet

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I was super excited to try this place after going to PRB Boulangerie multiple times and enjoying it. The actual restaurant was a huge letdown. Food was uninspired, forgettable, and - in the case of the boeuf bourguignon - undercooked. Service was inattentive and slow. It's also super weird that you have to walk through the kitchen to get to the dining room; it was awkward for me as a patron and it seemed to irritate the staff too. Why on earth would you layout a floorplan like that? Maybe they were having an off night but every part of the experience was a let down and I'm not likely to return given the money I spent on dinner. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

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  3. Chicago2367

    VIP

    Chicago

    109 reviews

    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening & Alexander’s service was terrific. Delicious food & ambience.

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  4. Alexander

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was good but the fries were a bit old. I think they were sitting under a heat lamp.

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  5. Stephen

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite French spots in Boston! Though can be a little noisy at times.

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  6. Lizza

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quaint French bistro in Boston’s South End neighborhood. Excellent service, great food. Great For an intimate relaxing French meal in a charming area of Boston.

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  7. Elisabeth

    Greater Boston

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very nice early Sunday dinner before a show at the MGM music hall. Everything was timely and delicious. Can’t wait to go back! The bar area is very cozy, lovely atmosphere. 

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  8. Sylvie

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy PRB…excelllent food, warm service and great location. Wish the city would allow outside warm seating again…was very lovely and well done..

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  9. Jared

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Just an excellent lunch. Superior mocktail - one of the best we’ve had - and both the chicken and salmon were tender and juicy. Sauces and sides all solid and delicious. Perfect place for a pre-Pops food experience. Definitely going back to try their dinner next time. Will bring family to expand the circle.

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  10. Caraline

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us sat at a booth. We arrived for early dinner at 5:30. It’s very relaxing to arrive early, started with delicious cocktails. I don’t remember the name but it was the last one with passion Fruit juice. The server was very nice and the food was delicious. It’s so nice to be able to dine and be able to have a conversation because too many places have very loud music. The ambiance was terrific. Short walk to Jordan Hall. The salmon was amazing My other friends had the ravioli and it was also really great. The profiterole was giant and delicious. The chocolate mousse was tasty but too thick/dense. It was consistency of soft peanut butter. I prefer smooth like pudding. Would come back again and again.

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FAQs

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 867-0600.

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue is rated 4.6 stars by 2675 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W. Newton Street
  • Neighbourhood
    South End
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Traditional French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Back Bay station, Prudential
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Ipus
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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