Housed in Old City Hall, a National Historic Landmark with a cavernous upstairs dining room, Maison Robert has served French food since 1971. French Master Chef Jacky Robert, more daring than previous chefs, prepares traditional dishes like filet mignon with bearnaise sauce and more inventive ones like roasted rabbit with salt-cod mashed potatoes. His cousin Andree Robert cooks for the more casual cafe downstairs. (prix-fixe menus: $17 and $25)
You`ll find that Maison Robert is a fine dining bistro that offers guests French-influenced French. Expect the average entrée to cost $20 to $30, and guests are expected to go dressed formal.
Atmosphere: The restaurant has a romantic atmosphere. Table talk is no problem here - noise level is unobtrusive.
More Reasons to Go: The live jazz is a great part of your dining experience at this restaurant on Thursdays. Maison Robert is appropriate (if not ideal) for anniversaries and other romantic evenings. When weather permits, enjoy outdoor seating.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served, and you`ll find that there is an excellent wine list. In addition, the restaurant has a seated bar inside.
Notable Mention: One of Boston`s better restaurants.
Details to Note: Reservations are suggested. Smoking is not permitted. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. There is valet parking available.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Discover and Carte Blanche
Hours of Operation: Mondays thru Saturdays 11:30a thru 2:30p; 5:30p thru 10p, Sundays closed
