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Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

4.7 (2740)
$31 to $50
French
480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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!

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–3:15 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Ipus
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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

Offers

  • $1 Oysters at PRB!

    Feb 24, 2025 - Aug 28, 2025
    Mon - Thu - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
    One-dollar oysters are back at Petit Robert Bistro, from Monday - Thursday 3 PM-5.30 PM. Served with cocktail sauce and mignonette.

    $1 Oysters at PRB! photo

What 2,740 people are saying

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    French

  • Boston

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petit Robert Bistro on Columbus Avenue offers a "consistently good" dining experience with "fantastic food" and "friendly service." The charming ambiance is perfect for a "cozy and elegant meal," especially with outdoor seating. The "authentic French bistro feel" makes it a favorite neighborhood spot. Highlights include "incredible asparagus salad" and "excellent service."

2,740 Reviews
  1. Anand VIP

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, beautiful restaurant. Lunch selection is good

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  2. Jan VIP

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent dishes, great service, beautiful outdoor seating. Had to walk through kitchen to get to dining room.

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  3. Pamela

    Mid Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, and friendly service. Our best meal in Boston.

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  4. Paul VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second time eating at this bistro and I look forward to returning again. The service is professional and courteous and the food is always very good.

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  5. Peter

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was as good as always. It was great to eat outside again, well sheltered from the rain. But the service sort of disappeared as we finished our main courses - had to go inside and ask for our check. But nobody can make everything work all the time. We'll go back, as we have for years.

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  6. Michael

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great with the exception of the food: we both ordered the Coq au vin and it was a super letdown. Totally overcooked and overseasoned. The side pasta was also sticky and chewy. My home cooked pasta on the worst day might beat these ones. Despite very good service snd ambience, i doubt I ll go back again.

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  7. John

    Hawaii1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a very consistently good neighborhood bistro , especially in the warm weather to dine outside . The food is very good . The service is very attentive and friendly . For 5 stars , they would have to put a little more love into the kitchen , shop daily for the freshest ingredients,and improve the ventilation in the dining room . But of course these changes will increase the price . All in all , a solid pick .

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  8. Paul VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Group dinner. Good service. Nice offering. Reasonably priced wine list.

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  9. john VIP

    Greater Boston55 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Good for a nice conversation over dinner and drinks with a friend

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  10. Ashley VIP

    Phoenix30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cute place recommended by my husband who used to live nearby. Ambience cute, service prompt. French onion soup was ok. To bready, no cheesy enough. Ordered the crepe of pea, mushroom and onion. Must have been vegan. Too bland. Burger bun was seeded. My son has a sesame allergy. No alternative. I probably ordered the wrong thins but it was brunch. On a Saturday. Not a lot of non breakfast options

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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 4.7 stars by 2740 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 32 times today
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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–3:15 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:15 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 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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