Pierrot Bistrot Francais

Pierrot Bistrot Francais

Luckily for those who like their French unadulterated, Pierrot Bistrot threw open its doors in September. Here the house pate comes in chunky slabs served with thin slices of baguette, mustard, olives, and cornichons. Boeuf bourgignon looks humble and tastes deeply meaty. Bouillabaisse is replete with seafood in a flavorful broth. Even pigs' feet salad - satiny, jellied cubes of pork over mixed greens - is a crowd-pleaser, says owner Pierre Sosnitsky. The cozy little room at the foot of Beacon Hill with its rough brick walls and tiny tables will remind you of France circa 1955, complete with the voice of Edith Piaf warbling over the sound system. And the mostly French wine list, not to mention the profiteroles with chocolate sauce, rounds out the motif.

272 Cambridge Street, Boston, 617-725-8855; www.pierrotbistrot.com

Lobster is served on a bed of bibb lettuce, radicchio, beans & turnip & topped with a tarragon, balsamic vinaigrette.

(Globe Staff Photo / Wendy Maeda)