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10Best French
Bouchee
(Restaurants - French)
159 Newbury St, Boston  02116 • 617-450-4343
Distance: ~763 ft *
        Description: BACK BAY. A raw bar, high-top tables and an outdoor patio flank this Parisian-style eatery, where diners enjoy the classic French menu with an emphasis on seafood.
       

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Mistral
(Restaurants - French)
223 Columbus Ave, Boston  02116 • 617-867-9300
Distance: ~1057 ft *
        Description: BACK BAY. Sophisticated Mistral attracts well-heeled patrons looking to combine the perfect social scene and elegant dining. More popular dishes include grilled salmon with fennel, steamed mussels, and delicious pizzas personalized to fit your taste. As to the space, the spirit of Provence pervades, complementing the high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and hand-made pottery with earthy stucco, weathered wood and stone elements.
       

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L'Espalier
(Restaurants - French)
774 Boylston St Mandarin Oriental Boston, Boston  02115 • 617-262-3023
Distance: ~0.30 mi *
        Description: BACK BAY. This elegant French-inflected restaurant promises ambience as classy as the food. That's saying a lot, considering that the menu offers poached dayboat halibut, sautéed medallions of organic Vermont veal, and grilled partridge. The dessert menu is full of sweet delicacies, including chocolate soufflé and toasted almond crème brûlée. A great choice for special occasions. They're also open for afternoon tea on weekends.
        User Rating: 9.5 / 10
       

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Brasserie Jo
(Restaurants - French)
120 Huntington Ave Colonnade Hotel, Boston  02116 • 617-424-7000 • 617-425-3240
Distance: ~0.33 mi *
        Description: BACK BAY. Enjoy a French meal without ever leaving Boston – Brasserie Jo transports you to Alsace, France, with the very first bite. The menu focuses on "les fruits de mer" (seafood) and includes clams, shrimp, and lobster. Additional entrees include filet of skate, mussels Riesling, and sautéed sea scallops. Of course, landlubbers can enjoy classic dishes such as steak, chicken, and lamb. Nice wine list. Outdoor sidewalk dining available.
        User Rating: 5 / 10
       

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The Butcher Shop
(Restaurants - French)
552 Tremont St, Boston  02118 • 617-423-4800
Distance: ~0.44 mi *
        Description: SOUTH END. In addition to the store, the Butcher Shop features a wine bar offering over 100 labels and a limited menu of French and Italian-inspired dishes, highlighted by an authentic charcuterie plate.
       

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Hamersley's Bistro
(Restaurants - French)
553 Tremont St, Boston  02116 • 617-423-2700
Distance: ~0.44 mi *
        Description: SOUTH END. Head to Hamersley's for a charming French bistro experience serving both French and New American cuisine. Here you'll find that chef Gordon Hamersley really knows how to please a crowd with specialty dishes that include such favorites as seared tuna and portobello mushroom, Atlantic salmon cooked in crab broth, and veal cutlet stuffed with proscuitto and fontina. The wine list is quite varied, offering something for every taste. The decor is understated elegance.
       

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Aquitaine
(Restaurants - French)
569 Tremont St, Boston  02118 • 617-424-8577
Distance: ~0.45 mi *
        Description: SOUTH END. If you close your eyes, you'll be almost certain that you can see the Eiffel Tower from Aquitaine. On the brunch menu, expect temptations like brioche French toast with pear and maple syrup, eggs Benedict Provençal, pressed Duck and Gruyère sandwich, and fried eggs with grilled andouille sausage. Whether you are looking for a late breakfast, an early lunch, or perhaps a combination of both, Aquitaine is certain to please. Oh, yes – their Bloody Marys are tops on the South End. Prix-fixe Saturday brunch menu is only $10 including coffee.
       

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Aujourd'hui
(Restaurants - French)
200 Boylston St Four Seasons Hotel, Boston  02116 • 617-351-2037
Distance: ~0.45 mi *
        Description: BACK BAY. This sophisticated restaurant offers eclectic French fare and views of the Boston Public Gardens. Representative offerings include butternut squash and lobster bisque, seared black sea bass, and roasted tenderloin of venison. Also available is a fixed menu wherein each course is paired with a complementary vintage. Also highly regarded is Aujourd'hui's Sunday brunch, an impressive affair with carving stations, cheese and seafood displays, and a stunning buffet that features dishes like seafood crêpes, Peking duck, smoked bacon and chocolate waffles.
       

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Pigalle
(Restaurants - French)
75 Charles St S, Boston  02116 • 617-423-4944
Distance: ~0.47 mi *
        Description: THEATRE DISTRICT. This fabulous French restaurant is a mainstay for local francophiles. The intimate, hushed setting is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner, and candles and beaded lamps set a quiet, mysterious tone. Recommended dishes include poached cod, braised short ribs, and crispy duck. You also don't want to leave without ordering the obligatory crème brulee.
        User Rating: 9.6666 / 10
       

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Troquet
(Restaurants - French)
140 Boylston St, Boston  02116 • 617-695-9463
Distance: ~0.52 mi *
        Description: THEATRE DISTRICT. A wine bar open to the sidewalk occupies the storefront of this restaurant, where patrons sample grapes by the glass. Upstairs, a formal dining room offers a fantastic view of Boston Common and a lovely menu that pairs appetizers and main courses with complementary wines. Try the braised short rib cannelloni with one of the recommended reds, or poached Maine lobster with a glass of chardonnay. The wine list changes daily and might include labels from South Africa, Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Spain or New Zealand.
       

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