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Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA
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Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue

4.7 (2751)
$31 to $50
French
480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

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2 people
19:00

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 10:00–15:15 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:15 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:45 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Ipus
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Offers

  • $1 Oysters at PRB!

    24 Feb 2025 - 28 Aug 2025
    Mon - Thu - 16:30 - 17:30
    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 2,751 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 an authentic French bistro experience with "fantastic food" and "friendly service." Patrons enjoy its "charming atmosphere" and outdoor seating. The bistro is praised for its "excellent dishes," "consistently good" meals, and accommodating staff, making it a "neighborhood gem" for pre-theater dining and special occasions.
2,752 Reviews
  1. Eileen

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Petit Robert offers one of the best outdoor seating experiences. Sitting in shade, across from an old church, one is transported to Europe. I always bring visiting friends to Petit Robert.

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  2. Marcky VIP

    Philadelphia County579 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good 👍 food 🍱 and drinks🍹are to be found at this nice 👍 staple of beautiful 😻 downtown Boston. Fine varied menu including a sumptous calves liver, sauteéd in onions, garlic and spinach .

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  3. Lori

    Minneapolis - St. Paul8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a lovely and delicious meal. The tables are super close together & ambient noise very high.

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  4. Kenneth VIP

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with attentive serive and swift delivery of the main courses. Locared on quiet and charming Shawmut Avenue in the South End. A good value for the South End, for sure.

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  5. Claire

    Raleigh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, the mimosa kit is a good deal for brunch, and the decor is cute!

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  6. Lucinda

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are big fans of both restaurants, & go to France often. Love their entrees, soups, salads, desserts & friendly French wait staff!!

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  7. caleb

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very pleasant pre- POPS birthday celebration.

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  8. Monica VIP

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It started with the cocktails, they were not good at all, maybe have the bartenders try them one day and see if their recipes are actually good. The chicken was under cooked, lacked flavor, vegetable also need to be cooked more. The Beef Bourgogne was dry and needed more vegetables, The service was so rushed clearing my spouses plate before I had even finished eating. We are all about supporting local businesses in area but this was not a good experience at all. Very disappointed

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  9. Gardiner

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lucky yo have this touch of Paris in the South End

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  10. Priscilla

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there for my husband’s birthday. Exactly like a French bistro, tables close together. Food and service were great. I had the calf livers with mashed potatoes and spinach. My husband had Cod, both good dishes.

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FAQs

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

Petit Robert Bistro Columbus Avenue is rated 4.7 stars by 2751 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
19:00
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480 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W. Newton Street
  • Area
    South End
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:15 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:15 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:45 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:30
  • 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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