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Bar Bouchée, Madison, CT

Bar Bouchée

4.8 (893)
$31 to $50
French
8 Scotland Ave, Madison, CT 06443-2531

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Bar Bouchée

4.8
$31 to $50
French
Madison

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Bar Bouchée!

Convivial, boisterous, social. Loving attention to detail recreates an authentic French bistro from the imported Parisian zinc bar to the tiled floors and brings it to the Connecticut shoreline. You’re instantly surrounded by an atmosphere of familiarity and good spirit. Enjoy comfortable outdoor patio dining Spring through Fall. And if you have time, we’re one block from the charming downtown village of Madison, CT.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Erik Erlichson
  • Neighborhood
    Madison
  • Cross street
    Boston post road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bar Bouchée.

4.8

4.8
(893)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Best Food

  • New Haven

    Best Overall

  • New Haven

    Best Food

  • New Haven

    Best Service

  • New Haven

    Best Ambiance

  • New Haven

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bar Bouchée is a cozy French bistro in Madison, offering "exceptional French cuisine" with a "warm, welcoming atmosphere." Known for dishes like duck confit and escargot, it has a "fantastic bartender" and an "impressive wine list." Service is consistently "friendly and professional," making it a perfect spot for special occasions.
893 Reviews
  1. Alan

    Connecticut1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as usual... Food, ambiance and decor transport you to Europe

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  2. John Gold

    New Orleans22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything we’ve had to eat and drink here has been excellent. I’ve had several desserts which were fantastic . Its usually busy and you really need a reservation most of the time.

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  3. Mary

    New York City47 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very limited menu, but what we ate was good. Nice wine list.

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  4. Jeff

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience . . . the food and service is consistently high quality

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  5. Margaret

    Baja California Sur3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner. The food was delicious. Everything we ordered was outstanding! We will be back!

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  6. Jenette Gold

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Bar Bouchee. It's a very small restaurant and the intimacy makes it feel like a hidden gem. The staff is warm and welcoming and the food always delicious. When we think of dining on the shoreline, whether it's as a couple or with guests, Bar Bouchee is always top of mind.

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  7. tom Gold

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for French cuisine. An intimate dining room, with great food and outstanding service. Our first time here, and it won’t be our last

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  8. Caitlin

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner at Bar Bouchee for our anniversary. Service was excellent, and the food was perfectly proportioned to get an app and a main without feeling overfull (i wasnt sure so i ended up just ordering a main then had room for dessert too). I had the salmon and the crispy skin was delightful, as was the turnup puree and pomegranite seeds with the balsamic glaze. My husband had steak frites, the steak was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. We topped it off with the chocolate mousse for a touch of sweet to complete the meal. Highly recommend for a nice meal!

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  9. Lynn

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite place on the Shoreline. Especially good and pleasant server last night.

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  10. Lizzy

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for an early date night, and had a delightful experience! The food was exceptional, especially given that I am dairy and gluten-free. The chef had many different entrees that I could choose from. The service was fabulous. We live in town, and this is our go-to place for a cozy, excellent dinner.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Erik Erlichson
  • Neighborhood
    Madison
  • Cross street
    Boston post road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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FAQs

Yes, Bar Bouchée offers cocktails, beer and a distinctive wine list, and guests frequently praise the bartenders and drink selection.

Yes, several menu items explicitly change regularly, with dishes like the soup, appetizer, entrée and dessert of the day updated weekly to follow seasonality and the chef's creativity.

Sundays, especially Sunday evenings, are a popular choice at Bar Bouchée; several guests mention having standing Sunday reservations and enjoying it as a late-dinner spot.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests note they dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

Yes, Bar Bouchée is often chosen for special evenings: guests celebrate anniversaries here and praise its intimate, elegant bistro atmosphere and attentive service.

Yes, Bar Bouchée offers comfortable outdoor patio dining (spring through fall), and guests frequently mention enjoying the covered/heated terrace.

Bar Bouchée delivers an authentic French-bistro feel, convivial and cozy, with Parisian touches, an open-kitchen moment, and a warmly attentive staff that many guests praise.

Yes, families dine here: reviewers describe bringing daughters and celebrating family events, and staff are noted as warm and attentive to family needs.

Bar Bouchée pairs a cozy interior with bar and high‑top seating alongside a comfortable outdoor patio, the patio is used spring through fall and is often heated/covered in cooler months.

Sunday is a lovely choice, weekend lunch runs Friday through Sunday and several guests note they keep standing Sunday reservations, making it a reliably enjoyed day to visit.

Portions can be generous for certain dishes, guests specifically praise the mussels and note the osso bucco and some shellfish mains as generous servings.

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Bar Bouchée

4.8
$31 to $50
French
Madison

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
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