A cozy corner restaurant in Back Bay reimagines French cuisine. Deuxave, named as a nod to the two iconic avenues whose intersection it resides at, offers elegant French food à la carte and a seasonally-inspired 5-course tasting menu. The kitchen, spearheaded by Executive Chef Ryan Zichella, Chef de Cuisine Ryan Cotter, and Sous-Chef River Johanson, translates French cuisine through an American lens, incorporating locally-sourced New England ingredients.
The result is high-end dining in an elegant setting that still feels utterly unpretentious and welcoming. Deuxave is the perfect spot for date night or a celebratory dinner, and offers a chance to indulge in what was named one of the “top 5 tasting menus in Boston” according to Forbes.
An intimate escape on deux avenues
Deuxave takes its name from deux avenues—French for “two avenues.” The restaurant sits at the intersection of Massachusetts and Commonwealth Avenues. With only subtle exterior branding, it blends seamlessly into the surrounding Victorian-era townhouses. Inside feels just as homey and welcoming, yet refined and elegant.
The main dining area seats up to 90 guests, with room for 30 more on the outdoor patio during warmer months. Inside are cozy, intimate booths you can easily sink into, set beside floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Back Bay. Ambient music hums softly in the background, while conversation becomes the true soundtrack. Candles and a fireplace cast a warm glow throughout the space, perfectly matched by the attentive service.
Enjoy your meal while gazing at Boston landmarks like the Prudential Center—a view so crisp and clear it feels within reach. The luxe experience leaves no detail overlooked, from dishes served on fine French porcelain to plush cotton towels in the washroom, paired with Le Labo soap for extra pampering.
A stand-out tasting menu in Boston
Deuxave offers both à la carte dining and a tasting menu. In winter, diners flock to this modern French spot for its signature 9-hour French Onion Soup, made with a broth that’s silky and unmatched in depth. The soup has become a seasonal favorite, alongside recurring house specialties that evolve with the freshest ingredients of each season.
The winter tasting menu begins with delectable bites—warm, black pepper brioche buns served with whipped butter and an amuse-bouche to awaken the palate. Highlights include a Truffled Steak Tartare with Manchego sourdough crisps, pickled cipollini onions, crispy garlic, and an oozing quail egg. The super-tender wild-caught halibut is so flaky you won’t need a knife, paired with fregola and sumac salad, orange supremes, pickled peppers, cucumber fage, and roasted chickpeas.
Deuxave’s Cast Iron–Seared New York Strip might just ruin all other steaks for you. It’s finished with a sunchoke and confit garlic purée, brown butter krone, freshly shaved black winter truffles, and a parsley emulsion.
Desserts are equally as impressive as the savory offerings. Top picks include the massive, overflowing chocolate soufflé served with a silky sauce, and the profiteroles—crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside.
About Deuxave
Opened in 2010 by restaurateur Brian Piccini, the establishment has been proudly serving Boston for nearly two decades. It remains one of the city’s premier fine dining experiences and an impressive date-night destination—whether for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Deuxave is an eight-time Forbes Travel Guide winner, earning four stars several years in a row. The recognition cements its reputation as a must-visit restaurant in Boston.
Find Deuxave at:
371 Commonwealth Avenue
Open daily for dinner at 5 PM