Well they have removed their vegan options from the menu leaving me no choice but to remove two stars by default. Still a very beautiful and cozy restaurant, but no point going anymore for me and my family. read more

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We had reservations for a Friday night birthday dinner. I stopped by the restaurant to bring in a cake and they gladly accepted it and said they'd bring it out during our dessert time. Appetizers were pretty good, the risotto was rich and creamy and the French onion soup was great. My friend got the the roasted duck breast that was asked as medium and came out rare. And the beef shoulder was a little overwhelming with the red wine sauce. After, we were serviced dessert menus even though I told them we had a cake. They served us the cake and were not given any utensils. We were then told that there was a $20 cake fee for the restaurant. I asked why I wasn't told this when I dropped off or even before serving the cake and the hostess ignored me and didn't say anything. After spending +$300 for an average meal and told there was a cake fee AFTER the cake was served-- I am very disappointed. We wanted to try and go to somewhere local and support local businesses, but save your money and go elsewhere. There are plenty of other wonderful restaurants in the area! read more

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Went with a party of 5 for Dine Out Boston. The prix fixe options were good. Ordered escargot from the regular menu. Meal highlights include escargot, chocolate mousse, bread/butter, duck confit. It's a French restaurant - must have escargot & duck! Chocolate mousse was deliciously decadent; I liked it better than the crème brûlée that was served cold but had a sufficiently sweet caramelized top. Service was prompt, attentive, friendly. read more

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This place was awesome! Amazing food for a great value -- really every bit from the escargot to the steak to the salad was fantastic! Spot-on ambiance and a great staff too! We stumbled in on accident but walked out very happy! read more

This was our first time here. The decor was interesting but outdated. I could hear the guests full conversation from the table next to ours. The selection of wines was French only. I tried a cocktail and I liked it. The appetizers were good. We had a duck for the main course. I was expecting more out of desserts but overall not bad. The prices were moderate. read more

La Voile Brookline - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Small French restaurant with good options. I been to the newbury location so wanted to try this one. I prefer the newbury location. Food: I ordered la canard (duck) and it was a bit dry. The braised rib was a bit salty. Recommend the burrata and the dauphinois though! Service: decent Parking: all street and meters and difficult to find so plan ahead Attire: casual to dressy Overall, was a decent restaurant but prefer the newbury location. read more

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We love making a trip to this wonderful Brookline restaurant! La Voile is a very good and safe option for a small group outing or date night. There is a food option for everyone, and the food is reliably very good. We have never had trouble getting a last-minute reservation, even on weekends. The restaurant is quiet - perfect for having relaxed conversations while dining. They have set up a very cute outdoor dining patio, and we were lucky enough to get an adorable table outside on a beautiful evening! The staff was absolutely amazing, kind, and attentive. We loved the charcuterie board, which featured two cheeses with a hint of truffle (yum) and three delicious meats. The oysters were surprisingly very good, even for Boston standards! The main dishes never disappoint. They are not necessarily "mind-blowing" dishes with unique flavors or ultra creative concoctions, but they are always tasty, French-inspired, and perfectly portioned. Our favorites are the lamb shoulder (with a yummy side of potatoes) and the salmon (always nicely cooked). The main dishes range from $25-37, which is very reasonable for the quality of food and service at this sit-down Brookline staple. We also loved the apple tart and ice cream dessert option - I'm not 100% sure if the apple tart is homemade, but it is good nonetheless. The drink menu is extensive and very good! As a non-alcohol-drinker, I LOVED the fresh-brewed iced tea - delicious! Bon appetit! read more

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I would think as a foodie, I would know what French food is. Alas, all I have in my mind is a caricature: enormous plates, tiny portions, huge prices. (Disclaimer: I know this is likely a gross misrepresentation, my intent is more comedic than anything.) This doesn't apply here; the portions are satisfying but not gluttonous. I heard about this restaurant and decided to try it, especially with the more-or-less reasonable "Taste of France" prix-fixe menu price. I opted for Le Terrine, Le Confit, the Pastry (and an espresso ordered out-of-pocket). Overall, the food was delicious, approachable, and not pretentious. The restaurant provided olive bread and butter while I waited. The bread was good, but nothing to write home about. Though, the butter was a slice off a stick, and therefore a little hard to spread. Le Terrine was [almost] what an appetizer should be: tasty but designed to whet your appetite for more! The mousse (like a pâté), a lightly dressed salad, and caramelized onions were yummy. The crackers were a little simple, but that seems to be by design. My issue with this dish is that while the ingredients can be assembled into a sandwich of sorts, it's a little rough in this form. Otherwise, the elements of the dish don't really get along with one another. Le Confit was all-around excellent! The duck was flavorful, cooked to perfect slide-off-the-bone tenderness, and the sauce took it to another level. I also appreciate that the sauce is drizzled on the side. This way, the meat doesn't become soggy, and you can choose if/how much to add. The salad was a reprise of that which came with the terrine but without gherkins. The piece of me that likes variety was insignificantly disappointed, and the bit that doesn't like gherkins wasn't complaining. Where it comes to the pasty: this was also delicious. The dough was flaky and light, and the sweetness level was on-point! One thing of note is that trying to eat this with a spoon made the delicate layers separate. Go for a fork and knife to truly enjoy this. The location is small but clean, and the service was very attentive and fast. In terms of value, considering I got three courses, the duck not being a cheap protein, and the location, I'd say you certainly get what you pay for. read more

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Overall, I would say La Voile is a hidden gem for a few reasons - there's ample seating, it's quiet & cozy, & there are some specialties on the menu that are often not offered throughout Boston! Food: they provide bread and butter before you order. Ordered escargot - which came in a green garlic pesto-like sauce, foie gras, ratatouille, & the braised beef shoulder. The escargot felt too chewy for me to continue whereas my partner loved it. The foie gras was smaller than expected as the rest of the plate had salad and topping. The ratatouille side was the best!!!! Drinks: ordered Pinot as a bottle, the la voile drink is superb Ambiance: captain, French, Viking (?) interesting vibe but well lit and still romantic & pleasant for a lovely Friday night. Never a wait for the bathroom either read more

A proper french meal in a building of curious provenance. Was it, as rumored, a dry cleaner eons ago, or an oyster bar whose schooner-glassed models, and sailing ship drawings, and wall-mounted ship's bell, are scattered throughout... Dunno, doesn't matter. The food is well executed, hearty, and delicious. We had the beef bourguignon (yes, yes, i've probably butchered the spelling like a fresh-caught deer), duck breast, rack of lamb. As openers, oysters, escargot, and..... the fish soup. i expected a tomato broth, and was 99% aimed at the onion soup, but for the waiter's strong nudge-- 'of the three soups, this is my favorite' It was an echo of the Nicoise soupe de poisson that I have dreamed of ever since having it 15 years ago- a giant wide bowl of brown simmered flavorful soupe with corvettes of crusty bread sailing, topped with aoili and cheese shreds. Remembrance of things past. And at La Voille? In a more modest and narrow bowl wherein the bread sails but one ship alone. Still-- do get it, enjoy it, and dream and plan of Nice, on a summer day The boeuf bourguignon was great. Tender, sapon, and saporous meat, carrots , potatoes, all as should be. Just a super version of a dish often done. Pastis. with ice and water, diluted and clouded to your choice, at the start. 1-2 ice, 1:3 water, or chacun a son gout A serviceable malbec by the glass A good chocolate mousse. Not mouth breaking, but good. An excellent waitstaff on a slower rainy eve, always there but never too much. Tres cher, not a weekly meal by any measure, but fine classic french dining in brookline, to match anywhere. read more

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I had this place bookmarked for 2 years! My fiancé and I finally pulled the plug and went for date nite last night. It was frenchtastic! We love French food and la voile delivered. Excellent service, extensive wine list. Oh their cocktail made of champagne were phenomenal! My favorite is the la voile. Super yummy! Overall, food were superb. However, our main dish was a bit salty and the apple upside down pie was a bit strange. Overall, atmosphere was perfect for a romantic evening. We will be back! read more

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We had dinner here for the first time last night and it was excellent . The kitchen was great. Wine service by the glass was nice with the bottle presented and a taste offered. We had the French onion soup, escargot, beef bourginion, scallops and dover sole. For dessert we had the flourless chocolate cake. All perfect. We will definitely return soon. Tip: parking was easy and free if you drive around to University Road which is one way. read more

I came here for the first time on New Years Eve. Overall, I had a great meal and our hostess and wait staff were all wonderfully attentive and accommodating. Here are my reviews on the food: La Risotto ($13) Perfectly cooked risotto with a rich and velvety texture from the parmesan cream. I usually don't rave about vegetables, but the artichokes that it came with were delicious! They were nicely roasted and gave the risotto some crunchy texture. La Brandade ($14) This is a must get if you like mashed potatoes and cod. This is essentially a mix of both, topped with a crispy golden brown cheese crust. The filling was smooth, creamy, and perfectly seasoned. All together, it's a delicious combination. Highly recommend trying this unique dish. Le Canard ($24) Well cooked duck breast over sweet potato puree with orange caramel sauce on top. Unfortunately, I think the dish needed another (perhaps salty) element to balance out the sweetness of the dish. The sweet potato and sauce were both on the sweet side so I think it overpowered the duck breast. Le Confit ($24) Perfectly balanced dish with protein, starch, and greens. The duck was tender and flavorful topped with a nice orange glaze. I loved the giant potato gratin that it came with! The potato was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. This place definitely knows their way with potatoes. The dish also came with a generous portion of salad. read more

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Disappointing. The menu was stereotypical French--nothing new or different, just the old standards. Ordered the bourguignon; while the sauce was tasty, the meat was so fatty as to be inedible. The description mentioned cooked baby carrots, but I was served large raw carrot spears instead. My date and I expected a high end dining experience, but the other diners were in jeans and sweatshirts and the noise level was quite high. In addition, a broken light kept flashing on and off, which was distracting. The wine list was good though. read more

We went to La Voile for my wife's birthday. The experience was mixed at best. The three star rating may be a bit generous. The Good: 1) The onion soup and Dover sole were both excellent. The beef bourguignon was tasty but a rather miserly portion. 2) Our seating was not delayed. The Bad: 1) we requested the duck medium rare with the sauce to the side. It came with sauce below and on top. The duck arrived medium with imagination. My wife told the manager about it( she had deliver the plate) My wife told that it "would be at least 25 minutes to make another one, and did she want to send it back. The waiter came by, said it would be five minutes, and brought the same breast of duck back(my wife had cut into the duck, and the cut was in the exact same place) Also, there was still a wee bit of sauce. Now the duck breast was medium well to well done. She kept it. 2) The first gras duo was average. The slice of fousvgras was overlooked and the pate had the taste food gets from being in the fridge too long. Not returned. 3) Bread was awful for a French restaurant, and served with possibly a 1/4 inch slice of butter. A request for more ignored. 4) The manager was unpleasant, the waiter with fake courtesy, and the food runners three times tried to take plates away before we were done. The Ugly: I called and specifically spoke to a woman, telling her it was my wife's birthday, and I noted it twice on the Open Table app. No mention whatsoever. Cost- 240.00 for three, before gratuity. Would I go again? No. Too many great places to eat at much lower costs. read more

We joined in for some outdoor dining during Dine Out Boston and we loved our Saturday night out. The outdoor dining is on the sidewalk where you have a view of Washington Square and the green line T. The waitstaff worked together to get drinks and food out in a timely manner. All of our appetizers, entrees, and desserts were great! The chicken liver mousse and escargot were my favorite dishes. The duck leg confit was rather small, but the sauce was wonderful. read more

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We were disappointed by other French restaurants in Boston but La Voile continues to maintain very high standards. The rib eye was absolutely delicious. The staff are always friendly and ambience nice and cosy even on a busy Valentines Day evening. The staff remembered that I mentioned my wife's birthday and added a candle on our dessert which was a lovely touch. read more

La Voile Brookline - L'entrecôte - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

After many super take out meals we finally ate in person at La Voile. We ate outside Tuesday of last week and had a feast. Dinner started by sharing a charcuterie plate of paté, rillete, cold cuts and cheese. Also something tasting like candied onion. Excellent. Next, I had Malbec, such a smooth red wine. Forgot what hubby had. He was delighted by his chicken dish. I always love their bouef bourguignon. Satiated we left without dessert. You must go there. Food is so terrific, like a Parisienne restaurant. ENJOY!! read more

La Voile Brookline - Tempting roast chicken entree - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Discovered this gem on Groupon. My partner and I have never had French cuisine before, but we were pleasantly surprised on our weekend trip to Boston. We made a reservation for 8:30 (although they close at 9pm) and they still took us in and gave us exceptional service, and we never felt rushed. On a Friday night, the restaurant was not very full so it was overall a nice experience with great ambiance. The 3 course dinner was well worth the price, and I particularly loved the Wine Flight option. All the food was presented well and tasted great (we weren't huge fans of the Foie Gras Terrine, but perhaps our palettes aren't quite there yet!) my favorite was the mushroom cream truffle soup -- it's a must try. Shout out to our amazing and helpful waiter, Alexander B. We'll be returning to try other menu items the next time we visit Boston! read more

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La Voile Brookline was an experience. We picked it randomly for our anniversary, wanting something a bit more fancy than usual, but still casual enough for a weeknight. For starters, we got the Le Veloute (creamy mushroom soup), Les Huitres (oyters), and Le Foie Gras Poele (seared foie gras). The soup was the highlight of the starters as well as the whole meal -- creamy, earthy, perfectly seasoned, with a nice dollop of creme fraiche on top. The foie gras was super rich and well-seared, well-accompanied by apple compote, some salad, and crispy bread. The oysters, 6 of them, were OK - not the best we've ever had, though the sauce was nice. The main dishes rocked! We ordered La Sole Meuniere (sole) and Le Filet de Boeuf (beef sirloin). The sole came with capers and butter and a thick half lemon, as well as a side of wild rice. The beef came with haricots verts (string beans) with a few roasted tomatoes on top as well as gratin dauphinois (potato au gratin). All excellent! The meat and fish quality were extraordinary. The sole even had roe in it! The potato au gratin was creamy, cheesy, nicely crisped on top -- totally worth ordering as an extra side regardless of which main dish you decide to go for. Not to forget desserts, we got three to try: La Creme Brulee (creme brulee), La Mousse au Chocolat (chocolate mousse), and Le Millefeuille (multi-layered pastry with custard). Of these, the creme brulee was the absolute winner. The chocolate mousse was a bit too sweet for us, albeit the texture was on point. The millefeuille was a bit of a disappointment especially if you're used to the light texture of the Lady M's version, which can be considered the paragon of this particular dessert category. Our waiter, Alexander, was sweet and relaxed. He felt like someone who enjoyed life and good food. In summary, the highlights for us were: 1) mushroom soup 2) beef dish 3) potato au gratin 4) creme brulee We can't wait to be back at La Voile Brookline! read more

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We came back to celebrate my wife's birthday as we love the atmosphere of the place. Service was excellent. Overall the food was good, particularly the halibut. However, what the restaurant calls Gratin Dauphinois is anything but that. Dauphinois (potato gratin) is a French specialty from the town of Grenoble and it is made from potatoes thinly sliced evenly, with garlic and cream. Some variants contains cheese. Our recommendation to the management is that you rename your potato mixture or put out the authentic dish. Thank you. read more

I was more than pleased with La Voile Brookline. The waiters/waitresses were extremely friendly & we were taken great care of. I asked for a mocktail & the waiter gave me exactly what I wanted, if not better. The food was also incredible - the seared foie gras was perfect, for a very reasonable price as well. For the main I had the scallops. which were perfectly cooked & had a unique flavor. My partner had the beef shoulder which was fantastic. We normally don't do dessert but we decided to order something & stay and chat for a bit longer because of the great experience. The dessert was also very good. 5 stars to La Voile. read more

La Voile Brookline - Le Millefeuille - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Big caveat here: this was a Doordash order, so it wouldn't be fair to use this experience to judge the quality of dining in. That's why I'm giving two stars instead of one! Things got off to a bad start. One of the dishes (the entrecote) came in a large, stiff aluminum catering-style tray. The cover had sharp edges and almost seemed purposely designed to cut fingers...which is exactly what it did. I'm sure I could have been more careful, but eesh! Nothing like beginning a meal by bleeding all over the place. For the rest, I'll just go item-by-item: - Onion Soup - This was pretty bland and could have used more salt. Not bad flavor, per se, just not enough of it. The bread was extremely spongey and there wasn't enough cheese, but I assume that aspect would have fared better if it hadn't taken a 20-minute trip to our apartment. - Duck - Gamey and tough. Came with a soupy squash puree that didn't go all that well with it. The Doordash menu description promised fingerling potatoes, which didn't come - but checking the restaurant's menu directly, they seem to have removed the potatoes from the dish. Too bad. - Entrecote - Even tougher than the duck, which is surprising given how undercooked it was. I ordered it medium, and it seems like they cooked one side for the appropriate time and then just quickly seared the other. The result was a steak with a continuous brown-to-red gradient from top to bottom. I'm not big on rare steaks, so again, not great! The only positive was that for $3.50 (via delivery at least), they'll give you an entire full-size baguette. Not the best in the world, but solid enough. read more

We were the only ones there due to the whole pandemic, but it was nice and quaint (almost like private dining). The food itself was very good and gave homey southern French vibes! I definitely recommend the cod fillet because it was so light but flavorful with the pesto as an accent to the mashed potatoes. I think the only downside was the presentation and somewhat the service? The first server was new and wasn't as attentive, but the second server quickly stepped in and he was fantastic. Though we were the only ones there, I didn't expected the food to come out somewhat messy. Overall I definitely recommend this place to someone who is looking for a decently priced authentic French restaurant, which is rare to find in Boston! read more

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I came here last night for dinner and had the least romantic experience of my life. The food was fine-- generic and not good or special enough to come back for compared to other spots in the city--but the wait staff was absolutely ridiculous. We were trying to have a conversation but kept getting interrupted by the hostess, the waiter, the runner, and a random other waiter. Every five minutes or so, someone would come by, reach across the table, and refill the water with the bottle that was already on our table, which we could have done ourselves--this wasn't a going around with a pitcher for all of the tables situation. It was incredibly intrusive and we kept having to pause to politely thank them. It absolutely ruined the vibe of the entire meal, and I would only come back if I had a date I hated and didn't actually want to talk to. read more

Steak was tough, escargot undersalted, scallops meagre and bland. Service and ambiance were nice.

We came here for our lunch break on a very rushed afternoon. But we were dying to try the restaurant week menu even though we didn't have much time. The restaurant was very accommodating knowing that we were in a rush and got us our food really quickly. I had the mussel starter. It was fresh, flavorful and juicy. For main I had the fish. One of the best meals I have ever had! Not just saying that. I had to take some of it back to work as I didn't have time to finish eating but I could have ate the same meal 10 times over. Try this restaurant for a high quality and classy experience. read more

La Voile Brookline - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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I have now been to La Voile about 4 times now and felt like now would be a great time to write my review. This is a two-fold interview. One for their food and another for using their event space upstairs (we had our wedding on the top floor). Of my four visits, only one of them was meh (on Valentine's day). More on that below. Overall definitely recommend coming here. Food: This was the first place that I enjoy ordering salad at LOL. My wife is shocked. The "la roquette" and "les tomates" are incredible; we had eaten these before and had featured them in our wedding menu. I now order the la roquette every time I go. The combination of sweet (watermelon and melon) with salty (pine nuts and prosciutto) are fantastic. The bass entrée is de-boned right in front of you at the table, and is solid, however the duck is delicious. The one exception to this was on Valentine's day where it seemed a bit rushed. The place was absolutely packed you couldn't move anywhere. Other notable food items are the fries (incredible), the foie gras (best from a French restaurant in Boston), the risotto (I recommend getting it as a side dish) and the table baguette is really good too, but that's to be expected. I heard good things about the ribeye, but I haven't had it myself. Drinks: Their beer selection features some great beers like LaChouffe and Saison Dupont, however all are a bit on the pricier side. I think 1664 is their only modestly priced beer. Also, please add your beer and cocktail list to your website!! The cocktails thus far are hit or miss and I've noticed a frequent shift in their bartenders on site. The lavoile is good, as well as a spicy drink (can no longer recall the name) that was on the menu, but most other drinks weren't that great. Service: The service here has been spectacular and this goes for both during a regular dining experience and for the event experience. Most if not all of the waitstaff speak French, and are very attentive. During the wedding, they didn't let anyone's glasses reach half empty. Jerome, the manager, was very accommodating with our wishes for the space as well. Ambience/Décor: The restaurant gives off a very classy vibe and can definitely feel very romantic. There is a space upstairs and downstairs. On valentine's day the restaurant was very crowded and you could practically touch elbows with the table next to you, however on all of my other occasions, spacing hasn't been an issue. The upstairs can be used for a private function space, which is what we did, and was able to accommodate 65 people. There was a bar upstairs as well. Overall I will be coming back to La Voile; however, not on Valentine's day. read more

La Voile Brookline - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Fantastic spot that I have been walking by for years and finally got to try with my fiancée! Service was very friendly, space small and cute, playing nice French jazz and felt laid back. Food was well priced for the quality and portions, and the wine list was very nice. Will be back :) read more

We ate in the upstairs dining room. It's a great space, and we loved the sailing ship theme. We were expecting a real fine dining French experience, but a few things were lacking. The service was friendly, but lacking in a number of areas. The waiter did not know the proper procedure for dealing with the wine cork. The cork was only presented after all 4 glasses of wine were poured, not before the initial taste as expected. We had to ask for things like a fork that should have been there without asking. Bread was not refilled until we asked. My coffee came in a cup that as only 2/3 full, and I was never offered a refill. I also had to ask for cream. The escargot was tender, but lacked enough garlic. Potatoes were very good, but were not delivered hot. My wife had duck confit and I had roasted duck breast. Both had reasonably good taste, but were dry. Portion size was small. All in all, I do not feel I got my money's worth. read more

The photos on Yelp sure help. When I pulled it up for La Voile, I realized that they must have moved into that brick building on Beacon Street near the corner that had once housed a Russian restaurant! There's a slight incline to the front door, which leads to a choice - onward forward to a dining area with a bar on the left, or left and up to to the 2nd floor where they hold their movie nights on Mondays. For dinner, you can order a la carte, or they also have a 3 course Taste of France for $44 which consists of a selection off their dinner menu, and will generally save you up to $7, or at worse would overcharge you a buck. With pre-purchased voucher deal in hand, we were here for the Taste on a discount, yet service was still of a high caliber. La salad de betteraves $12 Beet salad served with yellow wax beans, candied pecans, pears, goat cheese & honey balsamic vinaigrette La Terrine du jour $10 Homemade terrine, marmalade & mixed green salad Le magret $28 Roasted duck breast with coriander, sweet potato mousseline, sauteed spinach, oyster mushrooms, & cherry chutney Le Boeuf bourguignon $27 Braised beef shoulder in red burgundy wine, baby carrots, domestic mushrooms, pearl onions & riz pilaf La tarte Tatin $10 Warm caramelized upside down apple tart, choice of vanilla ice cream or creme fraiche La goumande $11 The Chef's choice of a variety of sweet bites Molten chocolate cake, chocolate frozen souffle, raspberry macaroon, madeleine, mini creme brulee A good meal on the whole. My favorite part was the strawberry apple sauce type smear that came with the terrine app - it made the dish. The chunks of beef in the entree was tougher than I like, and the rice provided proved insufficient for the stew. Of the two desserts, I preferred the apple tart. For birthdays, let them know and they'll stick a candle into the dessert you order. read more

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We had a Groupon for a 3-course dinner. Food was definitely amazing. We had foe gries and soup for appetizers, duck breast and lamb for entree, finishing with chocolate mousse and creme brûlée. We had a cocktail and two glasses of Chardonnay as well. The total was $150 even with the Groupon so it's definitely pricey. The duck breast was definitely highlight- very tender and flavorful. The missing star was due to a not so great creme brûlée (scrambled egg like) and an unwanted glass of wine that got poured down without asking and charged anyway...probably a miscommunication. Recommended for date night and take advantage of the dine out Boston week! read more

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Service very attentive and welcoming. Friday night called at 6 and had res at 8. Muscle dish and salmon dish were great. Apple tart was t so tasty and wasn't very warm. Decor is a bit kitch b read more

La Voile Brookline - Les Moules Frites - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Excellent service. Food was also very good, but I don't think I will return. At this price point, there are several other French restaurants in the city that I prefer (Mistral is one). But overall, if money is not an issue, it's certainly worth trying. I ate the roasted duck and the onion soup. read more

La Voile Brookline - Duck - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Lovely. I've known of the name La Voile from the o.g. restaurant in Newbury st. That one is also pretty great, went twice for restaurant week. First time there was better than the second, but still pretty good. But this location: I love it. I live super close by so I am BLESSED. First time came and tried the small-bite menu. I got some terrine and some amazing cheese and I died and went to cheesy heaven. Also got the shrimp which was also amazing. And they had a beet soup of sort and that was equally delicious. Service first time was "meh" since it seem like the waitress forgot about me :( Second time, went for $1 oyster, sat at the bar - incredible. So fresh. Fricken beautiful. Pretty attentive service. Got some more small-bites. All are good, very recommend. Third time with my friends: more oyster, so delicious everyone fell into an oyster coma, neber wanting to wake up. We all got a squash soup that was incredible. Today: more oysters. Literally too fresh, such amazing ocean flavors. Tartine w/ goat cheese: very rich very filling. Foie gras - creamy intense goodness. Shrimp - different from last time but very good. Potato soup: decadent deliciousness! Service was also awesome, very nice waiter who constantly refill my water :D Anyways, so far all the soup have been tremendous. Got a cream of mushroom that's super filling and tasty. So I do recommend asking about the soup! Croque monsieur is also really good and pretty big for the cost. Smoke salmon is delicious. The price and portion is pretty good for small bite and $1 every day 5-6pm is a great deal (come early, sometime they run out of oysters bc its amazing). My fancy friend say dessert wine are amazing... I can't drink but ya fyi read more

La Voile Brookline - French Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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We had a party of 24 out of town guests. Jerome was a gracious host, and the food was delicious. There was an ample choice of food on the pre-fixe menu. Selection of wine was perfect. Our guests were impressed with the quality of food. Merci, Jerome read more

I'm a New Yorker in Boston who expects bad service in the Boston restaurants. However, we held an engagement party for my daughter last night at La Voile Brookline, which was excellent. The service was efficient and fast and capable. We expected the food and the wines to be excellent, which it was, but the service was excellent. We cordoned off a section of the restaurant for our party, which gave us privacy, a chance to make toasts, and a chance for the service to make a feel special. Many thanks for the excellent food, the excellent service and an excellent party. read more

The service was not good at all, the food was okay on its own but the presentation was pretty bad. Who eats just escargot? It needs to be served with some kind of bread, and the wooden dinner roll you're given isn't appropriate. The foie gras is also served with a single measly slice of white bread. I asked for extra bread and got another single slice that was burnt. The drinks are also terrible, please do yourself a favor and don't ever come here. read more

Last day of Dine Out (Restaurant Week) Boston! Le Foie Gras, Le Canard, and Meringue! Also had a red wine pairing. Swipe for all three courses! *** Locals Really good French food! Great service. They have two locations, one in Back Bay and one in Brookline. Go for Dine Out (Restaurant Week) Boston! *** Travelers Definitely worth coming here for Back Bay location as it is in close vicinity of Newbury Street. Make a reservation! If possible, come here for Dine Out (Restaurant Week) Boston to try their food out at a lower price point! Be wary that as it is a French restaurant, they will take their time with the food. *** My Recommendation Get a wine pairing. If you ask for a recommendation based off of the food you're ordering, it works perfectly. Perfect for a date! IG: @foodisseur read more

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In 2021, I searched the Brookline area for an intimate wedding rehearsal venue for my son's wedding. I met with Jerome to discuss details, and as soon as I left our meeting, I knew I had hit the jackpot. Over the next few months, Jerome was wonderful and so accommodating to work with and made several suggestions to personalize our event. The upstairs room was a perfect and intimate place for our special night. The food was absolutely delicious and Jerome and his wait staff were incredibly attentive. As the parents responsible for a memorable night for our son's rehearsal dinner, we were so pleased. 5 star dinner! 5 star night! I live on the South Shore and I recently made a special trip to Brookline to have dinner again at LaVoile with family members. It is worth the trip! As expected, our dinner did not disappoint. All members of my party raved about the food. We ordered petit sirloin and roast duck and both were cooked to perfection. Delicious! I love the atmosphere of this small restaurant and the service staff goes above and beyond to accommodate. Another 5 star night! Thank you LaVoile! read more