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Dining
The interior of Bravo, designed by Peter Niemitz.
Nestled among the grand masters of art and design in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the dining venues from Restaurants Associates stir the senses with seasonally inspired menus and locally grown ingredients prepared throughout a variety of distinct dining venues.

Bravo
Hours


Lunch: Wed - Fri, 11:30 am - 3 pm
Bravo will reopen for lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays on October 12.
Dinner: Wed - Fri, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Brunch: Sat and Sun, 11:30 am - 3 pm, live musical entertainment

Reservations: Reservations are recommended and may be made through OpenTable or by calling 617-369-3474.

Price Range: appetizers $11 - $14, entrees $23 - $35,
desserts $8 - $10

Capacity: 150 (accommodates 50 guests in semi-private capacity)

Location: MFA Upper Level Galleria, West Wing

Cuisine: Progressive American cuisine marked with an emphasis on seasonal inspired, local ingredients. The Saturday and Sunday Champagne Brunches have been heralded as top destination brunches in Boston.

Chef: Jacqueline Kelly

Design: Bravo is a work of art itself, with bold colors and clean lines, created by famed restaurant designer Peter Niemitz. The inviting, warm ambiance complements a rotating selection of some of the Museum's modern and contemporary masterpieces. Appropriate to its name, the restaurant's first installation included acquired works by Chilean artist Claudio Bravo.

Parking: Bravo dinner guests receive complimentary parking in the MFA Parking Garage after 5 pm.

Awards:
Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence 2007 and 2008"
Wine Enthusiast Magazine's "Award of Unique Distinction 2007 and 2008"
Distinguished Restaurants of North America " Award for Excellence"
Sante Magazine "Fine Dining Award"
AAA Dining Guide "Three Diamond Rating"
Mobil Travel Guide "Three Star Rating"
The Galleria
The Galleria does not accept reservations.

Hours:

Mon, Tue, Sat, and Sun: 11:30 - 4 pm
Wed, Thu, and Fri: 11:30 am - 8 pm

Price Range: entrees $14 - $18, desserts $6

Dress: casual attire

Capacity: 120

Location: MFA West Wing, first floor

Cuisine: Light, contemporary cuisine featuring freshly made soups, signature salads, and decadent desserts.

Design: Situated in the I. M. Pei-designed West Wing Galleria, the restaurant evokes the feeling of a Parisian sidewalk cafe. Diners may people-watch as passersby attend a film or lecture in Remis Auditorium or visit the Museum's galleries.
Courtyard Cafe
Hours:

Seven days: 10:30 am - 4 pm

Price Range: entrees $6 -$9, sandwiches/salads $6 - $8, desserts $2 - $5

Dress: casual attire

Capacity: 250

Location: MFA West Wing, court level

Cuisine: The most casual of the MFA'sdining venues, the Courtyard Cafe is the perfect destination for those who want a comfortable, family-friendly setting. Whether you're craving a Starbuck's French Roast and biscotti, or a gourmet specialty panini, the Courtyard Cafe offers a pleasant variety of choices.

Design: With a bright, colorful interior and windows overlooking the peaceful Calderwood Courtyard, the Courtyard Cafe's ambience is casual and comfortable. Outdoor seating in the Courtyard is available when weather permits.

Catering & Special Events
The MFA is also the perfect venue for private and corporate functions, offering fine art and fine dining in the same setting. From a seated dinner for 50 to a cocktail reception for 3,000, Restaurant Associates and the MFA will make your event memorable. For more information call 617-369-3115.
Winesdays monthly wine tastings in Bravo
MFAfirstfridays—enjoy live music, food, and art on the first Friday of every month!
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