Well worth the drive and price. With everything you have to choose from, this place is absolutely worth it. Everything was delicious, and staff were on top of replenishing anything that ran out. Some table favorites: sausage, french toast, selection of charcuterie (brie, goat cheese, various meats), verrine of peas, beignets, and of course, the Tipsy Tower. A tower of mimosas for the table! Our server was very sweet, making sure our party was comfortable by adding an extra table for more room. The restaurant itself was quite comfortable, not too loud, and a great overall experience. 10/10, would come back again. (Details: group of 5 adults, reservation at 12:30, sat on time, there for a birthday celebration) read more

Batifol - Tipsy Tower - Mimosas - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I had my itinerary set for when I came to Cambridge to visit my daughter a while ago. And since she was doing the millennial thing of skydiving the weekend of her bday, I drove up here a week after during the long Columbus weeknd. One of those spots was coming here for their $1 happy hr oysters from 4-6pm every day. We had dinner reservations at 8pm elsewhere so we didn't want to overeat here. Batifol has long bench-style sofas along one side of the restaurant, regular tables in the center and a sleek bar. But let's get into what really brought us through these doors... $1 oysters! She and I were already plotting on only two dozen like we had a mission to complete and be on our way out. Plans changed and we also got the escargots, a Lychee Blossom cocktail and a mocktail. The escargots came with a puff pastry top but flavor-wise, that famous garlic and butter flavor was missing. My Lychee Blossom cocktail was ok- and those famous $1 oysters? They were puny. But I get it (I think)- for a dollar a pop, what did I really expect? Huge and plump ones? Batifol has the looks, the vibe and a dollar oyster deal that'll get your attention real quick. Just don't pull up expecting jumbo oysters. I'm sure the rest of the menu might jive. Service was great from Olivia though! read more

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We went to Batifol on a Sunday night specifically for the steak frites, and unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. There were very few redeeming aspects to the meal, and we left feeling both disrespected and unsatisfied as customers. The issues started right away. We ordered drinks--including a pear mocktail--but were brought the wrong ones, and then they attempted to charge us for those incorrect drinks. In hindsight, the cocktail mix-up should have been a warning of what was to come. The pear mocktail itself was also quite bad. The service felt chaotic throughout the night. We asked multiple times for additional servings of steak and fries, but were largely ignored. Meanwhile, nearby large tables were repeatedly served, cleared out entire trays, and still received more attention from staff. For an all-you-can-eat steak frites offering, we each received only one serving despite several requests. As for the food itself, it did not make up for the service. The steak was just okay--some pieces were chewy and overly fatty, though acceptable if refills had actually been provided. The fries, however, were terrible. Our first serving was so hard it was nearly inedible, and the only refill we received was just as bad. I also ordered the spinach risotto, which was slightly better than the steak, but it was so salty I couldn't finish it. Overall, this was a frustrating and disappointing experience. I would not recommend this restaurant and will not be returning. read more

Batifol - Pear mocktail - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Had the steak frites at Batifol, ordered medium rare, and it was absolutely excellent. The steak was cooked beautifully, with a fantastic sear on the outside while remaining perfectly medium rare inside. Incredibly flavorful, well seasoned, and clearly prepared with care. Everything you want from a great steak frites. A simple, classic dish executed exceptionally well. Definitely worth a visit! read more

I tried out the 40 dollar brunch that is offered on the weekends. It is an endless brunch with a buffet along the bar. They had everything from eggs to sausage to french toast to pasta to tiramisu to muffins to much more. They also have juices, coffee and hot chocolate. The brunch does not include alcohol as that could be added. The service was amazing, our waitress was constantly filling up our waters throughout the meal and checking up on us. The managers were also walking around checking up on everyone. I highly recommend checking out Batifol for brunch on the weekends. You will not leave hungry! read more

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Came here for Boston dienout. The vibes here are pretty nice and the service is good too. Our table was in a slightly inconvenient area but I loved that they had bag hooks! The escargot and steak were really delicious!!! They were definitely the high point of the meal. The sauce they came with was sooo good. The porkchop and mashed potatoes were also really yummy but tbh was disappointed by the steak and fries. The desserts were also pretty good. read more

Batifol - Mocktail - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Can you say date night!! Came here for dinner on a Friday night and we sat outside because it was such a nice night. We came early and to our surprise they were still serving $1 oysters till 6pm. So of course we had to order a dozen! Yes! It was also crepe night so they had special menus for that night with a variety of savory or sweet crepes to choose from. What a treat! My boyfriend and I both ordered savory crepes along with drinks. The nice waiter was very attentive and always stopped by asking how everything was. The crepes were very good and the oysters where nice and salty just like we liked them. Since it was a really nice night and we were enjoying their really nice patio seating we took our time and ordered a dessert wine to share and coffee after our dessert! We just didn't want to leave! The food was great, the ambiance was great and the service was great! What a great date night! read more

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New to Cambridge and trying to dive into all places near me. Chose this spot to indulge in via delivery. Had the Chicken forestier and mushroom soup. Both were fantastic. Can't wait to try in person. read more

Batifol - Chicken forestier - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

tl;dr: For our group of 5, there was a shocking inconsistency in dishes that were ordered by multiple folks. I was pretty pleased with the taste of my first two dishes, but several others thought that their meal didn't meet that same standard. I came for Dine Out Boston and was generally satisfied with the experience. To start off, the ambiance is definitely upscale, with romantic lighting, modern bar, and outdoor patio. Unfortunately, there was no A/C on indoors, despite the warmth. Upon entering, it's not entirely clear where the host stand is, which maybe contribute to the European feel? Complimentary bread (and refills!) were served to the table. We also ordered a bottle of pinot grigio to share. We chose our orders based on the "popular dishes" (on Yelp & Google Maps) - many of which weren't available on the Dine Out Boston menu. I was also definitely looking forward to the crème brûlée, but unfortunately they were out. The base set for Dine Out Boston was $38/person for entree, plats principaux, and dessert; I ordered the assiette de saumon fumé (smoked salmon plate, $3 upcharge), cabillaud rôtis et légumes de saison (roasted cod fish, seasonal veggies), and riz au lait (rice pudding). I didn't choose the fromage ($6 upcharge for 2). Looking at the menu and seeing all the upcharges, it feels like you aren't quite getting what you were promised for Dine Out Boston - but then, compared with the regular dinner menu, it did feel quite a bit cheaper than expected. The intrigue started when our entrees arrived. Two people in my group ordered pâté de campagne and received two very distinct appetizers. They were served on distinct types of plates, which is understandable, but they each came with a completely different salad (one had radishes and tomatoes, the other had greens only). The phenomenon repeated itself with the mains, where two of us ordered the roasted cod. Mine was prepared with significant attention to presentation, with the veggies below and the cod artfully laid on top - another person had a different set of veggies and got everything much more haphazardly thrown together, with a definitely less-appealing appearance. I say with admiration that the quantity of food surpassed my expectations. In fancy restaurants, I often come in with the expectation that the plate will be small and I will leave still a bit hungry. Here, I was satiated after the appetizer and stuffed after the main! With barely any room left for dessert, I tried the riz au lait, and wasn't a fan. On the upside, though, I liked the salmon in the appetizer (the plain white toast was quite average, and I was almost tricked into thinking the tasty blackberries were caviar!), and the roasted cod was indeed delicious. The veggies (at least on my dish!) were also roasted perfectly, neither overly firm nor tender. Kudos for that! read more

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I love the vibe here! Such a chic ambiance. Lots of tables and they accommodated a prime time walk in no problem. I loved the garden drink (pretty and delicious). I also really liked the French onion soup. read more

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Bad service, beautiful venu and food just as expected. We went in for Crepes night and sampled quite a few crepes, they were good but small. read more

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Absolutely disgusted that this restaurant has Foie gras on the menu. What an absolute shame that this atrocious form of animal torture is supported at Batifol. If you do not support animal torture...don't go here. read more

Only 5 Star Bar in Kendall! This review is only for the bar. A long, elegant marble bar facing third st, where service is attentive, music is quiet and ambient, and cocktails are of high quality and careful construction. read more

Batifol - Bone dry vodka martini up with twist - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

I had such a wonderful experience at Batifol! First off, the restaurant is beautiful inside and as soon as you walk in, you feel the relaxed ambiance that's so inviting. The decor is spot on! We started our night with the fried zucchini blossoms and I must say, these were the highlight of the evening! If you get a chance to try them, highly recommend! They are flavorful and scrumptious, and devoured in a few bites. The French onion soup is also amazing!! A thick slice of cheese tops the soup and the croutons inside make this dish so comforting. The poulet gaston gerard was delicious and rich and very filling! The chicken is tender and the mushrooms are a great addition. This dish came with a side of rice but I ate most of it without rice. Overall, awesome meal with great company, and would definitely come back again! read more

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Went mid-week with a party of 8 during Dine Out Boston. Service was great. Some of us had the prix fixe that had good options and some ordered off the regular menu. Disappointed that the escargot were not in the shell. Bread was yummy. Entrees and desserts were good. read more

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Came here for their brunch buffet for the first time over the weekend. We had a reservation at 1pm and by that time the food looked a bit picked through but still overall tasty. It wasn't overly crowded but still had a bit of a bustle. Would definitely recommend having a reservation for a group larger than 2 since the dining area is quite small. The buffet had a bit of everything and I appreciated that they portioned out each dish to be small so you can try a bit of everything without wasting food. Highlights that I remember are the French toast, tiramisu, and smoked salmon. Food wasn't out of this world but a very good standard brunch. read more

Take me back to Paris. Fantastic Parisian restaurant in the heart of Kendall Square. Techies and the MIT community visit here. Get the $1 oysters from 5-6pm. The mussels and frites were excellent. It was great to celebrate my birthday here too. Great service too! read more

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Came for the ayce brunch on a Sunday with a group of friends since we thought this would be a fun activity. Make a reservation through opentable to get a spot, it starts getting busy around noon. For the all you can eat brunch, orange juice, hot/iced coffee, tea and hot chocolate are included in the $38 price. Everything is self serve unless you're interested in fancier coffee drinks, alcohol or iced coffee. Our server came by a couple times but we didn't see them or too many people collecting plates from tables too often. There's a good amount of good options but it was mostly breads and other kinds of carbs. Specials rotate every weekend and are posted on their instagram either the day before or morning of. I was a bit disappointed in my options since it was just more bread. I also wish they would replenish some of the hot food more often, they were definitely on top of adding more food to the cold/bread options. Overall a fun outing with a group but I think next time I'll gamble and book after the menu comes out for the day I'm going. read more

We ordered their Thanksgiving take out, and let me tell you we were thrilled we did. We ordered the Turkey and the sides for a little under 200, which was a steal considering the alternatives and the time and stress saved. This was a meal for 6-8 people, no less! The turkey was perfectly cooked with detailed instructions for heating. It was juicy and tender and buttery and the meat was falling off the bone, so much so that we could hardly hold and carve it! The sides comprised mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffing, squash, gravy, and cranberry sauce. The potatoes were so good and buttery. The green beans had almonds and were perfectly crunchy. The stuffing was out of this world. The gravy was nice and beefy. The whole thing together was a great bite. Did I say how good the stuffing was? The pickup was easy. The orders were timed and laid out on a table. A jovial French gentleman helped us to our order and that's that! They also have a nice pastry shop for desserts if you need some (who doesn't!). I would HIGHLY recommend this place and we are looking forward to dining there soon. read more

Batifol - Thanksgiving turkey! - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Only one visit. Good meat and good service ! They ran out of two dessert options I was interested in. I then asked if they could get a lemon tartlet from the sister company PRB Boulangerie next door. And they did ! That's service ! read more

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My friend and I went here for brunch two weeks ago. The decor inside the restaurant was nice but the air conditioning didn't seem to be working. We went for the $38 AYCE brunch. The brunch had deli meats, cheeses, pancakes, sausage, avocado toast, scrambled eggs, bacon, vegetable soup, baked beans, brussel sprouts, roasted potatoes, bread, popcorn, desserts, yogurt, hot coffee, orange juice, and hot chocolate. The only standouts were the smoked salmon, chocolate custard pastry, and the tiramisu. The pancakes were a bit burnt, and the french toast was so dry. The mont blanc was totally disappointing for I couldn't taste any chestnut flavor. Even the hot coffee smelled burnt. I didn't think it was worth the $38, for there were not a lot of choices. read more

Went for the unlimited steak frites on Sunday. As others have said, the meat is tough and chewy. Don't get it. And the bearnaise sauce on top would be tasty but for some reason is served cold (room temperature) rather than slightly warm. It was that way for every serving. The fries, chocolate mousse, and salad were really good though. Server was very nice. read more

This place is conveniently located near the MIT/Kendall T stop. The beef tartare was really good, and I'd say the avocado tartine was decent as well. They are on the pricier end but atmosphere was good and has a really nice setting for a nice sit down lunch. However, the service was a letdown. Despite the restaurant being nearly empty at 1pm, the food took a surprisingly long time to arrive, especially considering that many of the ingredients don't require much cooking. I also had to really flag down the staff just to get the check. I'm still interested in trying their brunch menu on the weekends and hope that a busier crowd might result in better service next time. read more

Batifol - AVOCADO TARTINE - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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We went tonight for their restaurant week menu of $38 for 3 courses. Sadly what this new chef doesn't understand is that restaurant week is an opportunity for the restaurant to show off its best dishes (not offer filler) in hopes of attracting a new clientele. The prefix menu did not offer any of the standout FRENCH dishes from the main menu like Boeuf Bourguignon or Coq au Vin. Appetizers: escargot and French onion soup were the two main French inspired appetizers. We had smoked salmon which came with a dry half piece of white toast and I chose to have it on the Lovely baguette that came before the meal. It should've been served with this. My husband had carrot and feta cold salad, which was just shredded carrots with crumbled feta on top and a squeeze of lemon. It was completely uninspired and lacked a lovely vinaigrette, which should've included some olive oil, a pinch of salt and some sherry to sweeten it. My husband took two bites and didn't finish anymore. I took a bite and left the rest. For a main course, my husband had the cod with peas and a pea puree with mint. It was the only thing that was well done and we both enjoyed that. I had the chicken Cordon Bleu which consisted of a chicken tender coded in a breading and fried with cheese in the center, and then an uncooked slice of bacon wrapped around parboiled and cold green beans, which hard and were not cooked enough. Chicken cordon bleu is supposed to have the ham wrapped around the chicken and the cheese and then deep-fried with a lovely lemon cream sauce. This was not interesting or good or savory and it was served with french fries. It should've been served with a lovely mashed potato or roasted fingerling potatoes. I had about three bites. The cheese course on the menu just said +6, which was not very clear to my husband who didn't understand that it was not included in the meal. He ordered it and I did not and we were both charged an additional six dollars for two slices of goat cheese with dill wrapped around it and a piece of Swiss. The Swiss on its own was good because the vendor made it that way. The goat cheese with dill was very sour like it had been dipped in pickle juice and was not our favorite. There were sweetened nuts that came with it, but they had nothing inspired about them either. They were not actually candied the way they should've been. Finally, we both had crème brûlée, which was the stand out of the meal. It was delicious. All in all, it was a very lackluster meal, and I will not be returning. It's too bad that this new restaurant has a chef who doesn't understand what this promotion is all about. It was an opportunity to show his BEST work and get more clients interested in dining there. read more

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I was expecting something different The taste of the food wasn't pleasant it was bland and lacked flavor. read more

Batifol - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Went for lunch and everyone in our party got something different, and everyone liked their meal a lot! So I can confidently recommend the daily quiche, Croque monsieur, Avocado tartine, and onion soup. After reading other reviews I'll definitely have to make it back sometime for the steak and oysters! read more

Came here because it was close to the hotel and we had to catch a flight. Most places were opening a little later, so earlier brunch opening was a plus. They offer buffet menu and pay for order menu. We saw the buffet and decided against it. It's super expensive for what they offer. I ordered cappuccino, and egg Benedict. My husband had a burger and a juice. Food was pretty bad, considering how pricey and how many great places around, it was a complete disappointment. Fries wasn't fresh made, clearly was bought pre made. Service was terrible, they didn't come to check on us even though most people had buffet and were serving themselves. When my husband asked for orange juice, waitress said "bar takes care of that, I am not sure". What a weird response, considering the fact that we are sitting at the table, not at the bar. Ambience is pretty decent, but chairs were super uncomfortable and table was tiny, barely fit our food. Absolutely do not recommend. read more

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Our group's dinner and drinks at Batifol was a most outstanding experience. Besides good food and drink, we had superb service from a waitress who was extremely professional and a personality that just made it that much more enjoyable. We began with drinks outside and moved inside for dinner. The drinks are well crafted, and they tease you with their liquor supply being in the back of the bar against the windows for you to browse as you walk by. If you like oysters, consider the weekday oyster special of $1 each between 4-6pm. Dinners include but are not limited to a number of traditional French offerings. The wine list is expensive, and sometimes expensive, but our group was able to enjoy 2 bottles of a reasonably priced Cab Franc without breaking the bank. Everything was prepared well, came out together, and the meats were incredibly tender. My boeuf bourguignon included some of the most delicious roasted carrots I've ever had. Were we not already full from dinner, we would have ordered desserts too, and mine would have been the croissant bread pudding. If space and time permit, this is a wonderful place to practice "slow dining." read more

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Came for the ayce brunch which had mostly cold options like sliced meats, pastries, cakes, fruit, yogurt, hummus, bread, etc and also some lukewarm prepared foods and a waffle station. Everything was pretty tasty but I can't help but feel it was overpriced for what we paid. I heard when they started, there was a raw bar included and I would have even paid a few extra dollars for that. Also, we called later that day when happy hour was starting to ask if they would have space for our group of 6, and were told no. Maybe that was a good thing, because apparently happy hour oysters here are limited to a dozen per person... read more

Batifol - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Slightly disappointing dinner. Went here for special occasion and was looking forward to the evening but was underwhelmed. The restaurant is beautiful inside and out. We were seated on the banquette with a couple marble/iron tables pushed together. Our 'waiter' who was the bartender (we were there for super early dinner) made excellent drinks but wasn't very knowledgeable about the menu. - escargot was great but wasn't a fan of the zucchini flower 'salad' as it came out luke warm and missing the lightness/crunchy - onion soup had a weird flavor to it as others have mentioned - most of the food came out together but we waited for a while for the last plate to arrive - steak frites (ordered med rare) were way too rare and we asked for them to cook more and they came out rubbery and well done - beef Bourguignon was okay but seemed to be missing that rich flavor and tender beef, although the carrots were cooked perfectly - sorbet and chocolate mousse were good but sadly they were out of creme brûlée Halfway thru the meal we had another waitress step in and remedied the steak frite issue and took it off the bill. Disappointed as there was no acknowledgment of birthday especially since the reservations mentioned it and again when confirming reservations over the phone. Street parking available but limited. read more

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This restaurant is a stylish, funky hidden gem with outstanding French cuisine. We were lucky enough to visit on Halloween, and the entire staff, dressed in elevated and fun costumes, perfectly captured the restaurant's quirky spirit. The service and experience were top-notch; their cocktails and drink selections were perfection. The food truly shines--from the delicious mussels my husband ordered to my absolutely wonderful Beef Bourguignon. Be sure to order the scrumdiddlyumptious baked brie to start! read more

Batifol - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

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I've been here twice now~ once for lunch and another time for their all you can eat brunch! Both times were fantastic!! The atmosphere is beautiful and trendy. The most recent time I went, I had the brunch. It was absolutely delicious, and they had such a huge selection of items. You definitely won't leave hungry! My favorite is all the pastries and desserts. The oysters were awesome too. Overall, I think it's definitely worth the price and I would certainly go back to do it again! read more

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I came here on a Saturday with a friend because we found it on Instagram and the all you can eat brunch looked very yummy. The place was busy and we had no reservations, but we were seated right away. We opted for their weekend brunch which is at $38/pp and serves up french goodness. Regular coffee and orange juice is included, anything else from the bar is a la carte. They had all the classic breakfasts like cheeses, meats, smoked salmon. They also had eggs, potatoes and veggies. On the baked good side, they had a variety of croissants and other things. They also had desserts like tiramisu and a waffle station. Overall i think the brunch was OK but charging $38 was a little overpriced for what you get. read more

Batifol - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Great Oysters, Great Service--But I Need More! My friend and I were craving $1 oysters, and after some research, we landed on Batifol. It's in the Kendall Square area, so it was super easy to get to. We were seated right away and had great service from start to finish. The restaurant itself is cute, clean, and has a nice ambiance--it wasn't too busy on a Wednesday afternoon, but by the time we left around 6 PM, the crowd had definitely started to roll in. Customer service was on point! Our waitress helped my friend pick the perfect wine and even showed us which drinks paired best with the oysters. Speaking of oysters--they were delicious! After those, we decided to share a rib plate, and it was equally amazing. Extra points to our waitress for having the kitchen split it into two plates for us--small touches like that make a difference! My only complaint? You're limited to just a dozen oysters per person. And honestly, who stops at a dozen oysters? Lol! I'll definitely be back--probably with my husband--so I can sneak a few of his oysters too! read more

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Poor service. We were ignored at the bar despite multiple (4 or 5) employees working behind the bar and simply refusing to make eye contact with us. We elected to have cocktails and dine somewhere else. read more

Fine dining presentation, vibe, and price I'm pretty satisfied with all the dishes, drink, and overall experience. I want to come back during happy hour read more

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Went here on Xmas eve and we had a great set menu meal. The atmosphere was lively and jolly, perfect on the eve of Christmas. I had the smoked salmon, sea bass, and crème brûlée. They gave me the creme brûlée instead of the set menu dessert because it's gluten free. The service was so friendly and everyone in the restaurant was really nice. read more

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I celebrated my 24th birthday here a few weeks ago and here is my recap! Starting off strong, the waitress gave us great recommendations for wine to pair with our food, although this was my first time at our restaurant, so I took some time to figure out what I wanted to eat. The menu sounded very authentic to French cuisine and at the end of dinner I was surprised with a small birthday cake by the staff. Definitely was a great time. I would highly recommend you try their January specialties. They're currently doing cheese fondue on weekends! read more

Batifol - bday cake - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Batifol has quickly become a favorite spot for our usual Sunday night dinner. Food is delicious, atmosphere is cozy and service is extraordinarily friendly. Quality and the price point is more than fair for what you get. We hope they're around for many more years to come. read more

Batifol - B - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts

A nice very nice place for a lunch meeting. We went on a Thursday and didn't have problems to reserve a table and when we arrived a few minutes early, were seated immediately. It was nice that the sound level made a conversation possible. A strong contrast to the want-to-be trendy places. French lunch has to start with Pernod. We both chose steak and frits. My friend medium and I medium rare. What we got was more on the well side, but still okay. Despite the meat, we opted for a bottle of muscadet. Very yummy. My desert, Basque cheesecake was delicious and required an espresso. Our cordial choice was Calvados, which made the rest of the day a little less productive. I definitely will return to assess the kitchen again. read more

Batifol - Ordered medium rare, but got medium well. - French Near Me - Cambridge, Massachusetts