My secret treasure is the French restaurant in Boston, Ma Maisonđ
đ«đ· Bostonâs Most Underrated French GemâAuthentic, Affordable, and So Worth the Hunt Donât let the unassuming exterior fool youâthis spot is hands down my most budget-friendly French find in Boston. Weâve been back multiple times, and itâs all for the foie gras, escargots, and that cozy, genuine vibe. The staff swears the chef and owner are French, and it showsâthis is as authentic as it gets. đ The Must-Orders (No Exceptions) Foie Gras: 6 stars, with a twist. Rich, buttery, and perfectly searedâbut the red wine poached pears? Even better. Sweet, tangy, and the ideal balance to the fatty liver. đâš Escargots: 5 stars, sorry for no photo. Theyâre tricky to capture, but trust meâgarlicky, herbaceous, and cooked in a buttery sauce thatâs made for sopping up with bread. đŠđ Onion Soup: 5 stars, total surprise. Layered with crusty bread, caramelized onions, and a mountain of melted cheese (the photo shows halfâthey split it into two bowls for sharing). Warm, comforting, and way more complex than your average soup. đ§đ„Ł đŠ The âSolid But Not Spectacularâ Bites Roast Pigeon: 3 stars. Gamey (in a good way) but not memorable. Worth trying if youâre adventurous, but not a must. đŠ Duck Main: 4 stars. Tender, flavorful, but portion size is smallâperfect for light eaters. đŠ Lamb Chops: 4 stars, for big appetites. Massive portion (we split leftovers for two meals). Juicy and well-seasoned, but the richness can get cloyingâideal for guys (or anyone who loves a hearty meal). đđ Dessert: 4 stars, if youâre not stuffed. Layered, indulgent, and deliciousâbut huge. Come hungry, or share with the table. đ° đ A Note on Mistral Sorry to the fans, but itâs just⊠average. Their foie gras lacks depth, and nothing stands out. This spot? A far better bet for authentic French flavor. đ âïž #BostonFrenchFood #FoieGrasLovers #HiddenGems
