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The Berkeley, Boston, MA

The Berkeley

4.5
4.5
47 Reviews
$30 and under
French American
154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Berkeley Bistro + Bar, located in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, serves New England classic dishes with a touch of French-bistro inspiration, crafted from the freshest local ingredients. Pair your meal with an expertly prepared cocktail or a selection from our thoughtfully curated wine list.

Whether you're planning a casual gathering or a special occasion, The Berkeley provides the perfect setting. Enjoy the lively atmosphere on our Bar Side—or opt for our Dining Room side— where a refined bistro-style experience awaits.

Weather permitting, The Berkeley’s outdoor terraces offer a charming al fresco setting. Please note that outdoor seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and reservations are not accepted.

The Berkeley is located within Hotel AKA Back Bay. Visit theberkeleyboston.com to explore seasonal menus, hours, private event options, and weekly happenings.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, French
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 532-3827
  • Website
    http://www.theberkeleyboston.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Stuart St.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Chef's Spread

    $20.00 - $40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a Mother's Day dining experience featuring seasonal dishes across multiple chef curated stations. From fresh pastries and vibrant salads to traditional brunch favorites, it’s a celebration fit for the women who do it all. Enjoy our all-you-can-eat offering at $75 per adult and $35 per child. Deposit required at booking and will be applied towards final bill. *Children 12 and older.
    Mother's Day Chef's Spread Photo

  • Friday Night Trivia in Back Bay

    Multiple dates available
    Friday Night Trivia at The Berkeley Bistro + Bar! Gather your team and test your knowledge every Friday from 7–9 PM with Ponder Trivia. Enjoy a classic pen-and-paper format with fun questions, friendly competition, and prizes—bring your A-game! Trivia takes place on the bar side. Reservations are recommended but not required, and bar seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A food or beverage purchase is required to occupy tables or bar seats.
    Friday Night Trivia in Back Bay Photo

  • Express Lunch at The Berkeley

    Multiple dates available
    Take a mid-day break to recharge and enjoy a perfectly portioned lunch at The Berkeley. Choose from our selection of soup, salad, and a half sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie for later. Served promptly, so you can make the most of your lunch hour. Available Monday through Friday, dine-in only.
    Express Lunch at The Berkeley Photo

Offers

  • Live Music

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    Enjoy a rotating lineup of musicians playing a variety of styles, creating the perfect backdrop for your after-work gathering, night out with friends, or date night. Come by with your friends, grab a seat at the bar or a table, and enjoy the music! Performances will take place on The Berkeley's bar-side. Tickets/Reservations are not needed for this event, seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Food and beverage purchase is required to occupy tables or bar seats.

    Live Music Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 47 people are saying

The Berkeley reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Berkeley offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "outstanding service" and "delicious food". Guests enjoy a "quiet, low energy vibe" and a "cozy ambiance". Highlights include "best mussels and rosé", and a "great pre-fixe menu". Staff are "attentive" and "accommodating", making it a "highly recommended" spot.

47 Reviews

  1. Timothy VIP

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a neighborhood gem. Lovely ambiance, nice drink menu, good wines. The apps were great and portions excellent. Wonderful mains, there is a fun patio for the seasons. Will definitely return!

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  2. Janice VIP

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good pre-play dining experience. Prix-fixe menu was great!

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  3. Jason

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Every dish was delicious. We would definitely some back.

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  4. Devesh

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience at The Berkeley was fantastic to say the least. A celebratory evening was uplifted by a warm welcome by Julia and the incredible efforts of Ana! Highly recommended - I know that I’ll be coming back.

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  5. John

    Seattle42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Consistently good food and very friendly service. The team is quite accommodating of special requests. It's a quiet, low energy vibe, which is fine is thats what is desired.

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  6. Sharonann

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the most wonderful experience at the Berkley on the worst rainy evening 4/11/25. The staff went out of their way to cater to our every need. Our waiter was outstanding. Honestely, I would go back the next time I am in Boston for a wonderful meal with great service.

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  7. Sylvia VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend!!!! Probably the best mussels I’ve ever had, and the best rose’ as well! The quality and preparation of all the food was outstanding. The wine list is excellent - very French, but that’s a big plus for us. Our waiter, Greg, was superb and orchestrated a wonderful experience for us. We’ll definitely return the next time we’re in Boston!

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  8. Jonathan VIP

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent pre-theater dinner option. Food was great. Green salad was simple, fresh and delicious with a nice mix of greens and fresh dill. Mushroom ravioli and steak frites each held their own and were quite satisfying. From the hostess to the server and others, staff members were extraordinarily kind and attentive - a credit to any restaurant but particularly to a restaurant sited in a hotel.

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  9. Maureen VIP

    Greater Boston35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. It was attentive and just exceptional. The food was absolutely delicious. We will be back! Enjoyed the crab bisque, burrata and beet salad, filet of sole and steak frites. Delicious creme brule and flourless chocolate cake. Waiter recommended a wine by the glass special and enjoyed that as well. 10/10

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  10. GeorgeA

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quiet Saturday morning brunch. Good service and food. Would return.

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FAQs

The Berkeley offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 532-3827.

The Berkeley is rated 4.5 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. Back Bay

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Berkeley

154 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stuart St.
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Mon, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French American, American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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