Charles River Bistro

Permanently Closed.. Located within one of the world's most renown open spaces and beautiful urban parks, The Bistro is known for its celebrated classic and contemporary menu. Just off the banks of the Charles River lagoon, The Bistro boasts beautiful tree-lined Parisian style seating and an outdoor lounge.

The Charles River Bistro offers significant variety on its menu. The Bistro features New England seafood favorites, organic salads, hand pressed paninis, house-baked desserts, and even an array of beers, wines, ciders and a full sangria and mimosa bar for Sunday brunches.

Among the dozens of events held at the Hatch Shell and directly at the Bistro, the sunset Prix-Fixe dinners and weekend live music brunches are among the most popular. Every week from May through October, enjoy:

- Sunday Jazz Brunch, featuring live jazz
- Bar menu including beers, wines, sangria and a full mimosa bar

- Saturday Soul Music Brunch, featuring live soul and funk
- Complete brunch menu available starting at 8am

- Daily gourmet sunset Prix-Fixe dinners (RSVP required)

The Bistro also provides over 75 free lawn and board games for park visitors to use anywhere in the Esplanade. Frisbee, Badminton, Whiffle Ball, Football, Soccer, Chess Boards and more are available to all...And don't forget those free dog treats and over 200 books (and growing) in our free library!!

** There are always extended hours during all events at the DCR Hatch Shell, road races, charity walks, and