Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

4.6 (2759)

$50 and over

French

11 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

4.6

$50 and over

French

Chestnut Hill

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Aquitaine Bis brings the charm of Paris to the suburbs, offering an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or date night. Known as a neighborhood gem and a wine bar, it’s perfect for those seeking a refined dining experience. The menu, curated by Executive Chef Dolly Bourommavong, features French classics like Steak Frites, Nicoise Salad, Moules (Mussels), Duck Confit, Croque Madame, and Truffle Fries. Whether you’re enjoying a business lunch, a cozy dinner, or the iconic Sunday brunch, Aquitaine Bis delivers the traditions of its Chestnut Hill location with seasonal flair tailored to Newton. Pair your meal with a curated wine selection for a true French bistro experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Bistro, European
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 734-8400
Website
http://www.aquitainechestnuthill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Dolly Bourommavong
Private party facilities
Our award-winning chef and knowledgeable staff will create your perfect event. Signature menu items as well as seasonal favorites will be complimented by uncompromising attention to detail.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (617) 734-8400

Location
11 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Neighborhood
Chestnut Hill
Cross street
at Route 9
Parking details
Pull in to the lot in front or back, self park and walk right in!
Public transit
Green Line-Riverside-Chestnut Hill
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Butternut Squash & Apple Bisque $16.00
Sage Brown Butter, Crème Fraiche & Chili Crisp
Moules en Cassoulette$22.00
Cultivated mussels, white wine, shallots, crème fraiche & thyme
Salade De Chevre Chaud$17.00
Warm chévre, young lettuces, hazelnuts, vinaigrette & country toast
Duck Foie Gras & Pate$20.00
Confiture, Pickled Jardinière, Grain Mustard, House Dried Grapes, Country Toast
French Onion Soup$19.00
Bone broth, aged sherry, croutons, raclette & gruyere
Roasted Beetroot & Citrus Salade $18.00
Cara Cara Orange, Baby Arugula, Shaved Fennel, Pomegranate Seeds & Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Assiette De Fromages$23.00
Assoted Cheeses, Confiture, Tart Apple, Walnuts House Dried Grapes & Country Toast
Escargots Bourguignon$19.00
Garlic parsley butter, pernod & toasted baquette
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$24.00
Avocado, Cucumber, Soy Yuzu Vinaigrette & Potato Crisps
Belgian Endive Salade$17.00
Walnuts, honeycrisp apple, aged roquefort & vinaigrette
Saucisse De Toulusse $23.00
Garlic Sausage, Celery Root Puree, Grain Mustard & Sauce Bordelaise

Entrée

Sweet Potato & Ricotta Gnocchi $32.00
Lacinato Kale, Butternut Squash, Miso Beurre Noisette, Pepita Sage Brittle
Sole Meunière$38.00
Haricots verts, pommes robuchon, & beurre citron
Veal Schnitzle À La Holstine $37.00
Sunny Free Range Egg, White Anchovy, Petite Watercress Salade, Caper Beurre Citron
Confit De Canard $36.00
Confit Duck, Truffeled Mushroom Risotto, Rainwater Madeira Reduction
Swordfish Au Poivre $38.00
Potato Gratin Dauphinois, Haricots Verts, Charred Scallion, Cognac Cream
Chicken Roti$35.00
Brussel Sprouts, Bacon Lardons, Rosemary Parmesan Polenta, Garlic Jus
Duck À La Grenade* $39.00
Pekin Duck Breast, Butternut Succotash, Honeynut Squash Puree & Pomegranate Reduction
Faroe Island Salmon*$35.00
Blisstered Broccolini, Brown Butter Carrot Puree, Caramelized Hazelnuts, Preserved Lemon $35
Steak Frites Aquitaine*$47.00
Hanger Steak, Shallot Sauce, Perigord Truffle, Watercress & Hand-Cut Fries
Steak Frites Parisian*$52.00
Ny strip steak, garlic parsley butter & hand-cut fries

Sides

Blistered Broccolini $16.00
Chili Flakes, Lemon & Sea Salt
Truffle Frites$13.00
Parmesan & Aioli
Haricots Verts$15.00
Shallots & thyme
Roasted Mushrooms$16.00
Thyme & Sea Salt
Brussels Sprouts $15.00
Bacon Lardons & Fines Herbs
Pommes Dauphinois $14.00
Potato Gratin, Gruyere & Parmesan

Reviews

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4.6

(2759)

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill offers a charming ambience with "outstanding cocktails" by Eric and a diverse menu curated by Chef Devon. Diners consistently praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food" like the duck breast and sole. Though some find it pricey, many feel it's "worth it for special dinners."

2,759 Reviews

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ZITA Gold
Greater Boston324 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We frequent the Aquataine in Chestnut Hill because the food tastes delicious! The boneless duck and salmon are our favorites. The pommes puree and brussel sprouts as a sides are excellent! The servers are attentive and so gracious. The bartender, Nikki makes excellent cocktails!! Your dining experience begins as soon as you enter with a warm greeting from the hosts!
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Sharon Gold
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and quality as always. New waitstaff overcharged for one item but bill quickly corrected. Wonderful management. Delicious food.
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ZITA Gold
Greater Boston323 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Chef Devon has a varied menu and keeps it fresh by offering specials. The hanger steak (medium rare) salmon and duck breasts are so delicious!! He offers tasty sides like sauteed Brussel sprouts. Eric the bartender makes outstanding cocktails! Our server Felipe is excellent we have had him several times, he is professional and attentive. The hosts are so gracious! Highly recommend Aquataine!!
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Michael Gold
Greater Boston81 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have recently re-discovered this restaurant and glad that we did. The food was excellent (I had the salmon and my wife had a chicken dish)! The ambience is very nice and relaxed and our server was attentive. The cocktails were the only disappoinment - but I think largely that they needed to be mixed more before serving - a very small complaint. We look forward to going back!
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Kathleen
Greater Boston29 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 28, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks were very good. Our server was very attentive when he was around; we sometimes had trouble tracking him down. He was very pleasant. We missed the Sole Meuniere that we have enjoyed there in the past. Many of the dishes had hot honey, black pepper, spiced pepitas or other spicy ingredients, which really limited the choices for someone allergic to spicy foods. The bread and desserts were very good. The ambience was terrific.
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Michael
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, excellent service. A bit pricey but worth it for special dinners.
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ZITA Gold
Greater Boston324 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoy dining at Aquitaine because the entrees are consistently delicious. The Sole preparation and accoutrements are perfect! The boneless duck breast is tasty. Eric the bartender makes outstanding cocktails. Chef Devon has curated a menu that offers an excellent variety! The servers are very attentive and the host and hostess are so very welcoming and gracious ~
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Mark Gold
Greater Boston19 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The size and quality of the food has been reduced considerably. I was served a portion of salmon that was literally, 2 by 2 inches for $38. One guest I was with was served a cocktail that was clearly not the premium alcohol he had requested. He returned the cocktail and then was served the correct one. However, that’s not the point! We have eaten at Aquitaine Bis many times before. Our last experience was very disappointing!
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ZITA Gold
Greater Boston324 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Devon has created an excellent menu that would satisfy any palate. His swordfish in cognac cream sauce with scallop potatoes is delicious!! We enjoy the onion soup, the duck breast and sole. Eric the bartender serves outstanding cocktails! The host and hostess are so gracious and make sure you have what you need. The servers are excellent, attentive, professional, knowledgeable about the menu and so gracious. We dine at Aquitaine im Chestnut Hill at least several times a month. We highly recommend it!!
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Beverly Gold
Greater Boston24 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 15, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
One of the few nice places I've been recently that had such limited choices for a vegetarian! The one meal option was delicious. The meat eaters in the group loved their meals!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French, Bistro, European
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 734-8400
Website
http://www.aquitainechestnuthill.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Dolly Bourommavong
Private party facilities
Our award-winning chef and knowledgeable staff will create your perfect event. Signature menu items as well as seasonal favorites will be complimented by uncompromising attention to detail.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: (617) 734-8400

Location
11 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Neighborhood
Chestnut Hill
Cross street
at Route 9
Parking details
Pull in to the lot in front or back, self park and walk right in!
Public transit
Green Line-Riverside-Chestnut Hill
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

For a reliably lovely visit, plan for weekend brunch, Aquitaine runs brunch on Saturdays and Sundays (10:00 am–3:00 pm), and diners repeatedly praise the weekend brunch offerings.

Aquitaine’s Chestnut Hill dining room offers booths and tables, there’s a warm wood‑cased bar, outdoor seating for brunch, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Yes, reviewers say Aquitaine is a welcome spot for family gatherings, noting they enjoy coming with mixed‑age groups.

Weekend brunch on Saturday and Sunday (10:00 am–3:00 pm) is a guest favorite at Aquitaine, reviewers specifically praise the weekend brunch and Saturday offerings.

Yes, Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill accepts private parties, and private gatherings are part of the restaurant's offering.

Some dishes can be quite substantial, a reviewer described the shortribs as a "huge portion, " and shared desserts have been called "rich, large and delicious."

Yes, Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill is described by the owner as an ideal spot for a romantic dinner, and guests report anniversary celebrations, quiet, conversation-friendly evenings, and a curated wine selection.

Yes, guests report outdoor seating used for Sunday brunch, with parties seated at four-top tables outside.

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill feels like a cozy Parisian bistro, warm, inviting, and well suited to date nights, with red leather banquettes, linen tablecloths, and a refined, wine-bar sensibility.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear; it’s a comfortable fit for the restaurant’s date-night, refined bistro setting.

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Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

4.6

$50 and over

French

Chestnut Hill

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2 people

Nov 6, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

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Aquitaine - Chestnut Hill

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About this restaurant

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Appetizers

Butternut Squash & Apple Bisque $16.00

Moules en Cassoulette$22.00

Salade De Chevre Chaud$17.00

Duck Foie Gras & Pate$20.00

French Onion Soup$19.00

Roasted Beetroot & Citrus Salade $18.00

Assiette De Fromages$23.00

Escargots Bourguignon$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$24.00

Belgian Endive Salade$17.00

Saucisse De Toulusse $23.00

Entrée

Sweet Potato & Ricotta Gnocchi $32.00

Sole Meunière$38.00

Veal Schnitzle À La Holstine $37.00

Confit De Canard $36.00

Swordfish Au Poivre $38.00

Chicken Roti$35.00

Duck À La Grenade* $39.00

Faroe Island Salmon*$35.00

Steak Frites Aquitaine*$47.00

Steak Frites Parisian*$52.00

Sides

Blistered Broccolini $16.00

Truffle Frites$13.00

Haricots Verts$15.00

Roasted Mushrooms$16.00

Brussels Sprouts $15.00

Pommes Dauphinois $14.00

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