Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

Name: Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue
Address: 480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA, United States, 02118
Telephone: (617) 867-0600
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2671 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 54 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
Website
http://www.petitrobertbistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Christian Ipus

Location
480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
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

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Experiences

Champagne Class
US$79.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 19, 2024 only
7:00 p.m.
Join us for a sparkling evening of elegance and discovery at our exclusive Champagne Masterclass, hosted by our French sommelier, Inès. During this immersive experience, you’ll gain insight into: The Winemaking Process A guided tasting of premium champagnes from renowned houses to little producers The art of pairing champagne with food. Expert tips on how to serve and enjoy champagne like a true aficionado. Whether you're a champagne enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this masterclass is designed to enrich your appreciation and knowledge of this elegant beverage Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Pop the cork on this opportunity and book your spot today! We look forward to sharing this unforgettable experience with you. Cheers! 🍾🥂
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.

Popular dishes

Saumon FuméUS$17.00
Smoked salmon, capers & pain grillé
Assiette de FromageUS$20.00
Assorted French & local cheeses, marmelade, pistachios
Trio de Pâtés MaisonUS$16.00
Chicken liver, country & rillettes
Planche de CharcuterieUS$20.00
Salami, pâtés, Prosciutto di Parma, chorizo & mortadella
Escargots de BourgogneUS$15.00
Six snails, garlic & parsley butter

Soupes & Salades

Add Protein to your salad: chicken +$6, salmon or tuna +$8

Soupe a l'Oignon GratineeUS$15.00
Caramelized onions, croutons, cheese crust
Vegan Soupe du JourUS$13.00
Please ask for today's chef ' vegetable selection
Salade d'Asperges GrilléesUS$15.00
Grilled Asparagus, couscous tabbouleh, feta, pistachios, lemon vinaigrette
Salade NiçoiseUS$19.00
Boston lettuce, tomato, cucumber, green beans, egg, tuna salad & olive

Potato Waffles

Potato WafflesUS$20.00
Prosciutto, burrata, grain mustard; Smoked salmon, avocado purée, crème fraîche, herbs; Duck confit

Entrées

Steak & Egg*US$28.00
Grilled chef 's choice cut, roasted potatoes sunny side up eggs. Bordelasise or Aux poivre sauce
Moules FritesUS$27.00
P.E.I. mussels, white wine, fennel, saffron-tomato broth
Saumon Rôti*US$32.00
Roasted salmon, ramps & spinach purée, couscous, fava beans & red pepper aioli

Oeufs & Sweet

Seared French Toast PuddingUS$15.00
Warm French brioche, crème anglaise
Eggs Benedict*US$16.00
Served with fries & salad. Choice of: canadian bacon, sautéed spinach
Quiche du JourUS$16.00
Ask your server about today's special
OmelettesUS$16.00
Served with fries & salad. Parisienne: tomatoes, mushrooms & cheese; Lyonnaise: tomatoes, bacon & onions; Espagnole: chorizo & bell peppers
Yogurt ParfaitUS$13.00
Greek yogurt fresh berries & granola

Sandwiches

Bourguignon au FromageUS$22.00
Braised short rib, cheese, caramelized onions, Dijon mustard salad & fries
PRB Burger*US$18.00
Fresh ground beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, housemade pickles, salad & fries
Fresh Avocado Toast TartineUS$16.00
Ricotta cheese, poached egg, tomato salad
Croque MonsieurUS$14.00
Ham & cheese grill cheese sandwich with Bechamel sauce
Parisian Hot DogUS$15.00
Baguettine, cheese, salad & fries

Huître*

Local Oysters, Mignonette
- SingleUS$3.50
- Half DozenUS$20.00

Viennoiseries

CroissantUS$4.00
Pain au ChocolatUS$4.00
Viennoiserie BasketUS$10.00

Garnitures

French FriesUS$8.00
Truffle FriesUS$10.00
Sautéed SpinachUS$11.00

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
- 8 ozUS$7.00

Brunch Cocktails

Robert's Corpse ReviverUS$14.00
Gin, Lillet Blanc, Chartreuse Jaune, Fresh Lemon Juice & Absinthe
PélicanUS$14.00
Gin, Lemon Juice, Lavender Syrup & Prosecco
SycophanteUS$14.00
Vodka, Passionfruit Purée, Lychee Juice, Pineapple Juice
TournevisUS$14.00
Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Orange Juice
AltesseUS$14.00
Gin, Grapefruit Liquor, Grapefruit Juice, Rosemary Syrup
NénupharUS$14.00
Tequila, Dry Curaçao, Lime Juice, Red Wine Float
ChaleurUS$14.00
Rye, Caramel Vodka, Baileys, Hot Coffee
MelopéeUS$14.00
Vodka, Pomegranate Juice, Pineapple Juice

Featured Drinks

Vin Chaud (Mulled Wine)US$13.00
Mimosa KitUS$38.00

Bières et Cidres

Draught

Kronenbourg 1664 Lager, 5.5% ABVUS$8.00
Fiddlehead I.P.A, 8 % ABVUS$9.50
Kronenbourg, Blanc, Wheat, 5 % ABVUS$8.00

Bottles

La Chouffe | Blonde, Strong Pale AleUS$11.00
Orval | Trappist, Belgian Pale AleUS$12.00
Weihenstephaner, HefeweizenUS$9.00
Rothaus | Tannenzäpfle, PilsnerUS$9.00
Clausthaler, Non-AlcoholiUS$7.00
Miller | High Life, LagerUS$7.00

Cider

Downeast, Hard Apple CiderUS$8.00
Aval, Hard Apple CiderUS$8.00

Cans

C.B.C, Flower Child I.P.AUS$9.00
Oxbow, Farmhouse, Pale AleUS$8.00
Truly, Hard SeltzerUS$8.00

What 2,671 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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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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.

2,671 Reviews

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Alexander
Greater Boston
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 2 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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Lizza
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
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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Elisabeth
Greater Boston
58 reviews
vip
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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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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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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Caraline
Greater Boston
30 reviews
vip
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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Kathleen
Rhode Island
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful, as always. Our go-to place before concerts at Symphony Hall.
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Adriana
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They have the best croissants in Boston. The service is amazing and the food that I have ordered is good. To be honest, I love this place in general, but I really like being there at 10 am, as they are just opening, and I like that there is no to much people there.
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Julie
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was nice. I had salmon and it was delicious. My mom did say her turkey was dry. I would definitely return.
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Andrea
Greater Boston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience and meal, we especially enjoyed a birthday dinner at Petit Robert last night. We are so glad that this restaurant is an easy drive from us. We just love it!
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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.