Petit Robert Bistro (CLOSED)

Simplicity isn't simple: Boston's dearth of authentique French bistros is proof enough of that. Or was, until Maître Cuisiner de France Jacky Robert came along and made it all look supremely easy. Comfy, unfussy and affordable, his townhouse kitchen is reacquainting diners with the hearty joys of proper quenelles, no-nonsense soupe a l'oignon gratinée and boeuf bourguignon - topped off with a terrific, rustic tarte tatin.