The Bistro Box

Don’t get me wrong, I quite enjoyed my visit to the Bistro Box. I didn’t enjoy the almost half hour wait to place an order, the Box Burger that was almost completely raw in the middle or the high price for that burger and the lemonade. My wife quite enjoyed the chicken wrap, the flavoured fries were some of the best we’ve ever had, and our grandkids enjoyed playing with the corn hole game. Will give it a second chance when we are in the area again next time.

A really nice food truck on the southern tip of Great Barrington. Casual with quality. Nothing “bistro” about this place, but if you’re looking for great sandwiches with quality ingredients you’ve come to the right place. Eating outside on the picnic tables adds to the experience. A beautifully kept expansive meadow serves as the “dining room”. Corn holes and frisbees make it family friendly. A bit pricey. Two sandwiches, onion rings and two lemonades came out to be $58.

Food was solid, came out quick, and the roadside shack vibe with lawn games was fun. Negatives: - Prices were too high for the small portion sizes. My panini for $15 looks good by itself, but see the photo where half is smaller than my average-sized palm. - My pesto panini lacked some oomph. At first I thought it needed salt, but what it really needed was more than a dab of pesto. - Porta-potties for bathrooms is a poor choice, even though they’re fancy.

The best roadside food of my life! Still dreaming of the onion rings and truffle fries. Was honestly shocked to see this was not a 4.9 - then I saw the only reviews bringing it down appear to mostly be about wait times and getting in line before they cut if off (which I admit, is a little unclear and they should advertise as such). But yeah, it’s amazing and popular, so you’ll probably have to wait around lunchtime. And just make sure to get in line before an hour or so before the close it off. No big deal.

We were too hungry to take photos of the food, also because it smelled SO good! Parm Truffle fries are a must! Always try their special beverages and the Cubano is my favorite! Love the outdoor seating and chill vibes!

Food was good, line moved slowly and prices were high. Burger and a side of plain fries without drink was $22.

Like the reviews said, great food. Had the Bistro Burger and the fries with truffle and Parmesan. Serving of fries was plenty and delicious. The Box burger also. So psyched to get my food after a good wait(car show in the back) I forgot to take pics. Definitely will go back. Chicken Caesar salad looked delicious and so did the chili. Perfect weather and good shade from the sun behind in the back for eating at the picnic tables.

Food was AMAZING!!! The pumpkin spice shake is hands down the best shake I’ve ever tasted. The waiting time for food was pretty good too. Very clean and the atmosphere and landscape behind in the fall were beautiful. Only bit to consider is that this is an outside seating place. Also how cute is it that they have a 🐶 doggie menu.

I worked at a nearby summer camp each summer for 4 years, and The Bistro Box was a must-stop several times throughout the summer! Their box burger and garlic parm fries are so. Stinkin. Good. I'm making a list of local joints I need to introduce my husband to, and this is high on the list! It's such a fun little place and the staff were always nice. And what a beautiful location! Stop here and sit and enjoy the beautiful outdoors and bangin' food.

Do I really have to tell you what everyone already knows - This place rocks! Got there early ( before 12) and glad we did as we still waited 20 minutes... Ordered the steak sandwich which was very good. Got the regular fries which were fine but the other versions looked better. Only complaint is the bees which circle around unmercifully!

We ordered the steak and cheese, box burger, truffle fries, garlic&herbs fries, and loaded bacon potato soup. Cute area to eat out and chill. They have tons seating area and also outdoor games like bean bag toss. My garlic& herbs fries tasted burnt to me it was way too over done for me. My bf liked the tomato bacon jam from the box burger. We were the first customer so there was no1 when we got there but people started coming in right after.

I love this place! The food is always great. Delicious and well-made eats. The service can be better, but I think they slow down the line in order to pace with the output of food. The staff at the bistro box is always super friendly and helpful. The bistro box roadside shack is super cute. I don't know how they make such great food in there, but they do! I can personally vouch for the burger with tomato bacon jam, the chicken sandwich with aïoli, the hotdogs, and the fries. I have taken guests there, and they are always amazed at the good food. Of course I'll be back.

Absolute heaven! Best service and food and atmosphere! Gets better every year!!! One of my favorite spots in the country!

Delicious food and a cute roadside setting! We went 3 times and it was nice to have the big open space for our 2 year old to run around. We tried the burgers and the steak and cheese as well as one of the featured drinks. Everything tasted great. We'll definitely come back when we're in the area. I recommend this place!

Only complaint is the long line before ordering, but it is for good reason. With an array of burgers, fries, and salads there is an option for all. Highlights of the meal were the Asian salad with grilled chicken and chili-topped fries. Everything is satisfying and filling - all food is fresh and generously portioned. Next time will be trying some of their lemonades and ice creams that we spied on other tables :).

The burgers and fries here are a step above what you will find at even a fine restaurant. The incredibly scrumptious burgers cooked to order. They clearly use high quality beef and prepare it on the spot. Also, be sure to have the parmesan-truffle oil potato fries that will knock your socks off! (Sandals off?). Every bite is incredible. My recommended hack is to order the sirloin burger but ask for the jam from the Box Burger. What a combination! The jam is the perfect condiment and should not be forgotten. I am told that the falafel burger is also fantastic for vegetarians in your group. But get the burger if you can stand to do so. It is worth the calories. As others say, do be prepared to wait. Or, show up just before noon when the lines are shorter. An outdoor backyard is a fun place where your kids and dogs can run around. They even provide a frisbee for fun.

We LOVE it here! It's 100% worth the wait in line. The best time to go is the middle of the week on a sunny day. You can set out a blanket and relax while you wait for your food and have a little impromptu picnic. You can also sit at the picnic tables and take some time to play frisbee or cornhole. The staff working definitely enjoy what they do and that really shows in the food that they produce. Our go-to is the Box Burger, chili cheese fries, and occasionally their Turkey wrap. The portions are great and the food is always fresh and it's worth every penny. If you get the chance, go!

Amazing food and a great place to eat on a nice day outside. The falafel burger, sweet potato fries and Cuban sandwiches were all delicious. And the strawberry basil slushie was perfect! Only drawback is a a super long line but it was worth it!

WOW!! Terrific burger in every way-flavorful, cooked just right meaning just a little pink. Bacon jam is a must. Truffle fries were addictive. Definitely at the top of my best burger ever list. Wouldn't order a milkshake next time...wasn't anything special. Coffee shake needed more coffee not just coffee ice cream.

This is one of my absolute favorite places to eat in the summer. A small place open only during the warm months. I recommend getting there when they open because as the day goes on the line gets very busy. The wait time can be long. All of their food and drinks are amazing! They also offer ice cream! They have lots of tables out back, along with corn hole and connect four. I highly recommend!!

This roadside stand in a meadow off the highway around Great Barrington is a must stop for us. Not because it's the cheapest spot around (it's not!) ... or that it has the best food. We like it because the food is consistently good ... and the flavours are on point. It's kind of like In N Out Burger on the west coast. The consistency and overall goodness make you rave about it. Each time I go here, I try to convince myself to try something new. They have specials, which they post to their social media accounts ... and they have a regular menu. Everything is fresh, local (where possible) and made from scratch ... sauces, meats, breads, etc. I ordered the steak and cheese sandwich with a side of onion rings. Over $20 for that ... a sandwich and a side. It came out looking tiny ... no way was this going to make me feel full, I thought. But, it was one of the best steak and cheese sandwiches I have had. (And we're talking after many trips to Philly.) The cheese sauce was homemade and gooey and mixed in with the shaved steak, peppers and caramelized onions, which were the star of the show. The onions were so sweet and done perfectly that, as 'The Dude' would say, 'They ... like ... really tied the sandwich together, man.' The onion rings were lightly battered ... crisp outside and soft inside and perfectly seasoned. Salty, crunchy and full of flavor. They did not make me feel bloated or gross after eating them and the chipotle mayo dipping sauce they came with was perfection. Don't sleep on the onion rings. The gf got the Falafel sandwich. It was good ... but she had serious order envy after trying a bite of my steak and cheese. Being a gentleman, I offered to split it with her but I was relieved when she said no. The Falafel was really good and crisp and flavourful ... but the star of the show was the steak and cheese and the smash-style burgers. The homemade pickles were the best part of the Falafel sandwich. They have Adirondack chairs, corn hole games and frisbees for use before or after lunch. Note that everything is made to order, so it takes time to be served. On a summer or early fall day ... prepare for a line/long wait. We went on Halloween and there were only 6 other people in line, which meant a 10 minute wait. We had no room for dessert but, although what we ordered wasn't exactly health food, it didn't leave us feeling sluggish and bloated. 70% of the time when I order a burger, I leave regretting it as is feels like a rock in my stomach. Overall, while a bit pricey ... this is a must stop when it is open in season. The food is very good ... the hipster vibe is strong but so are the flavours and the reviews. Go the extra few miles to eat lunch here ... it's consistent and well worth the trip.

Went here for the first time, quite literally had the best burger and fries I've ever had. Fries were the right amount of crispy and burger was cooked perfectly. The box burger I highly recommend as well as the truffle Parmesan fries.

Great place to stop for some quality food. Stopped by on Friday at 1230 and waited in line for 20 minutes to order and get our food and drinks. Found a table in the shade to enjoy our lunch and the views. Seemed kid friendly, clean port-o-pot. Reasonably priced, good service. Recommended!

Well -- the food itself is delicious. Gotta love great burgers, dogs, salads and specials. Whether it's a juicy burger or a grilled chicken sandwich .. it never disappoints. Their truffle parmigiano fries are killer. Sometimes there are such long lines we just drive right by - and wait for a rainy day. So if you don't mind waiting to order -- and the again to get your food ....stop by. They have water for dogs. The garden out back is lovely. Keep an eye out for fun specials

Food is fantastic. Burgers and fries are amazing. There's always a line but it moves quickly. Had the hot cider too. Perfect for a fall day.

Another amazing visit to The Bistro Box.... Waiting in line stinks but just shows the love for this awesome roadside place. Definitely worth the wait... the box burgers are perfectly made to order with the delicious bacon jam and spread is perfectly done! The onion rings are soooo crispy and yummy with the dipping sauce or just ketchup or both! The chicken wrap was amazing and the chicken salad box was a delightful thing of beauty. The ambiance wether you sit in your vehicle in the shade to enjoy your feast or at one of the highly coveted picnic tables is perfect... if you run out of beverage they have a nice water dispenser that is cold and refreshing near the condiment and tray return area. Free Wi-Fi while you eat or post mad selfies from this fun roadside eatery. We will be back for more in the near future...

A bit of a line, but worth the wait. Food came out quickly, the people who worked there were nice, food was delicious, and the atmosphere is nice. They had heaters set up which is a nice touch too. Grilled chicken sandwich and regular fries were good (fries on the side is a generous portion, the non side portion was huge). My friend liked her burger as well.

This place was so yummy!! I got there and I was the very last customer of the day. They close the line at 3:30 because there is so many people in line already and they close close at 4. I waited 40 minutes but it didn't matter because it was definitely worth the wait. The truffle fries were amazing! So much truffle oil, crispy, and the perfect amount of Parmesan.! The panini and burger were also so good, moist, and cooked to perfection. The cashier, Bridget, always had a smile on her face and was such a pleasant person! She makes anyone coming to this place feel like family! The outside had a bunch of games to play and gave off such a relaxing vibe. I will definitely be coming back!

The best roadside food in the Berkshires!!! Burgers dogs salads and sandwiches without peer. Delicious grub and great people!

Please update your website and let people know that you close at 3:35! I'll never know how the food is because after driving 40 minutes to try it, I was turned away! Great way to treat your customers or potential customers. You just lost this one. I checked what time you closed before I made the drive. I won't be back! Update your site! You don't close at 4. You close at half hour before 4pm! Thanks for nothing.

Amazing. Incredible. Wow. Just wow. Life changing. The mint chip ice cream is great too. I've been there twice and had hot dog and Parmesan fries with truffle oil both times. Always a huge line though which is the only downfall but well worth it. Also a big lawn and they supply frisbees.

Good shit boys keep it up (high quality water) very good spot to eat and quick bit. Service is great and good people.

How long are you willing to wait to order food? Not get it - just order it. 5 minutes? 10 minutes? 20 minutes? How about 35 minutes? That's standing in line - in the sun - just to put in my order. And oddly, when I finally got to the one window and one person taking orders, it only took me about 90 seconds to order, pay and get a beverage. So why did it take so long? Why did it take some customers 3-6 minutes to place their order? I haven't a clue. I will say this: My burger, onion rings, lemonade plus an order of gazpacho with tax and tip came to a grand total of $42. And that's for one person. After I finally did order, the wait for the food was about 10 minutes or so. So it takes 3x times to wait to order the food than it does to cook the food? Got to say, that's a bit weird. When the food did come, I'd rate it about 5 out of 10. The burger was fine; though nothing special at $14+ and it doesn't come with anything other than a couple of pickle slices. The onion rings were standard issue, lacked seasoning and a bit on the small side - they do come with a small cup of dipping sauce. The gazpacho at $7 wasn't good at all - swimming in olive oil (which in fairness is mentioned on the menu but the consistency was off.) My lemonade was fine. I like the idea of this place but the execution leaves much to be desired along with the porta-jon bathrooms behind the building for those patrons who absolutely cannot wait - and I recommend you not use them on a hot day. This place reminds me of Captain Jack's in Easthampton, MA - another roadside "joint" that gets lots of accolades and rave ratings for what I think is a very mediocre experience (you can read my review on my horrid experience there.) I've been up and down Route 7 many times and wanted to stop and try Bistro Box but my former companion wouldn't have it because she's a pain in the butt about fried food but now that I have been there I can thankfully cross it off my "bucket list" and never return again.

Totally worth the wait! Seems like a line is to be expected so keep that in mind. Food was amazing, onion rings were FIRE! Super cute little outdoor area to eat, perfect stop for our family!

Solid burger. Nicely toasted bun. Good garlic fries. Pricey but based on the crowds they can demand it. Not worth the wait. Maybe if you can catch them on a slow day and you're really craving a burger.

The line was as expected, an hour. It wasn't too bad since the music added a nice element to the wait and the views were beautiful. Order took about 3 minutes and came with a smile and one of those beeper things. We waited maybe 10-15 minutes for the food. It came out hot and looking gorgeous. Portions huge!! Def needed more family members or friends to help. Fresh lemonade, falafel burger, truffle fries and corn were insanely good. Like best I've had! Grilled cheese was also good but like it's grilled cheese. :) My mom had the butter pecan ice cream she said it was also good. Can't wait to return and try something different on the menu!

Unbelievable spot off the side of a busy road. Had probably the best food of our long weekend trip to the Berkshires here. We got the box burger, Parmesan fries, grilled chicken sandwich, and autumn milkshake. All were so damn good and fresh and flavorful. Would definitely recommend!

This is absolutely one of my favorite places to grab lunch in Great Barrington! The burgers are moist, delicious, cheesy, and dripping with fatty goodness! The parm fries and the onion rings are super crisp and hot! Finally, their assorted lemonades are so refreshing! The line is long for good reason, but I make it a point to visit whenever we visit the Berkshires!

The best burger I have ever had!! Both my husband and I were so surprised when we first tried the first bite of box burger. We also ordered the truffle fries and the homemade lemonade. Every single menu was beyond amazing. We were so happy that we randomly found this spot!

Stopped by with my husband today for lunch. Waited over an hour online to order food. We got the lobster roll special, chicken tenders, truffle fries and the Tuscan sandwich. It was really good. We sat outside on the picnic bench and hung out while we ate. Beautiful scenic view. Great little roadside stop! Giving it 4 stars because of the wait.

Best burgers I had in the northeast! I ran into this hidden gem on my way to Connecticut from Catskill. I saw it had good reviews on yelp, so decided to give it a try. There was a bit of waiting line but it was so worth it. The burger was juicy, smoky, and the sauce was amazing. Highly recommend this place if you are near the area.

It's hit or miss with BB. At its best, it's a five out of five. At its worst, it's a two out of five. I've gone early to be first in line only to get what was obviously an old burger from the night before that tasted horrible and was 100% overcooked. I've gone mid-service only to wait 55 minutes to place an order with only 10 people ahead of me. Do the math. That 5+ minutes per order. It's insane how long it takes to get to the order window! The cashier also does the specialty drinks and it takes a lifetime. Once you get your order in, you only have a 5-10 minute wait. The kitchen has to notice they only get 1 order every 4-6 minutes. You must have no less than 90 minutes to spare if you plan to eat there. I wouldn't bring kids and I wouldn't go if you can't stand in the sun for a long period of time. We finally got our meals today and had to shove the burgers down and ditch the fries bc we were late. We only allowed 1hr and that was no where near enough. It's a shame bc the burgers were excellent today but we couldn't enjoy them all because of a delay in ordering.

The food is incredible here. Box burger, French fries always perfection BUT They need to stop closing their line so early. I understand the line gets very long and closing early allows them to serve those currently in line up to 4pm. HOWEVER, we arrived BEFORE 3pm, over an hour before 4pm closing time, with the line no more than 5 groups (much shorter than peak), yet they had someone standing with the closed sign already. If you want to close by 3pm, then put your hours as closing at 3pm. But please do not inconvenience your customers by closing OVER AN HOUR before your stated hours. Not right.

How does this place not deserve five stars when it's profoundly consistent. You never get a bad meal here and the quality never wavers. The owners work so hard to keep this place running and this point it just feels like a completely integral part of our community in terms of eateries.

Top summer pick. Actually, top all-time pick thanks to Yelp. The truffle fries were the best we have ever had...better than at any top restaurant. Loaded with the most flavorful parmesan, not too much oil or salt and perfectly cooked. Huge portion. Burgers I was told by the guys were 'great'... I did not try. My Asian salad was THE best I've ever had. Freshest ingredients as just picked at a farm and delicious dressing. Games for kids to play during the wait. We are going to take a day trip back up to GB just to have this delicious food again l Photo to come..

Found this spot because of YELP and SO glad I did! We stopped by here on a Friday as we headed to Vermont, wow, what a gem! We got there around 1 and the line was long- but that was a good sign! We ordered Arnold Palmers, salads, sandwiches, fries and chicken fingers. Everything was fresh and hot! Large portions and great to share- they don't have much seating but it's very casual with outdoor picnic tables and many people eating out the back of their cars. It's not fancy but it's fun, and the view of the mountains added even more to the experience! Highly recommend if you are driving by- so worth the stop and happy to support this local business!

The skin-on fries slathered in shack-made chili and cheddar ale sauce is probably the best $6 I've spent in the past 18 months. Seriously, incredible food is getting cranked out of this highway-riding Bistro Box. It's the MasterChef version of carnival pop-ups - hot dogs made with grass-fed local beef and topped with Holla Hill's crimson kraut, salted caramel toffee ice cream churned blocks away in Maple Valley, toasties that give Instaworthy cheese pulls, a slammin' gazpacho, and did I mention those fries? Get the fries - as a $3 side, or gussied up and doubled in size. Fresh herbs and garlic, truffled parmesan, or the aforementioned (and highly, HIGHLY recommended) chili cheese, any of these applications are going to be meals unto themselves at $5-6 each. How can food this tremendous be this cheap? I mean, the Box Burger is the most expensive thing on the menu, and that grass fed, cheddar topped, bacon jam and roasted garlic aioli slathered beaut just barely exceeds $10. Is it people? AM I EATING PEOPLE? Don't care; time for seconds. All seating is outside, and there's usually a fast moving line. Great for groups, most def, so order up, stake out a picnic table, grab a Frisbee or play some cornhole, and preemptively loosen your belt. You're about to be one satisfied cannibal.

The food is outstanding! Bistro burger is a must as are the French fries. Chicken sandwiches are also very good. Be prepared to wait in line - worth it!

Just discovered the best truffle fries I have had in life! Huge portion, generous truffle and cheese and fresh fries. Paninis was good. Quesadilla and fried pickles were okay. We enjoyed eating lunch in the bench seating area with beautiful views and bean bag toss games. This is a very casual and relaxing lunch spot.

Incredible incredible food although very long line had to wait an hour and a half just for food very good food but not worth waiting and hour and a half

Good grub. Long lines. Too pricey. I wish Bistro Box was a bit more customer friendly.

Very poor service which is truly awful after having to wait so long, and the food even left more to be desired.

Roadside walk up cookery with steady long line of people waiting for delicious grass fed burgers and house made hot dogs. Reasonable prices with a big lawn out back with picnic tables. We had our dog with us so this worked out well. There were plenty of kids playing Frisbee and corn hole. I got a salad with a burger on top and house pickled jalapeños. It was really good, if you're not in a hurry.

Great food! Cuban and the falafel burger! Great ginger shake! great outdoor space ! bring your do, picnic benches provided

2 words... BOX BURGER. If you are a burger lover, I 200% promise you this is one of the absolute best burgers you will ever have. Don't change anything, don't add/take away anything, don't ask for tomatoes and lettuce... simply say "I'll take the box burger"... if I could give this burger 1000000 stars I would. It does come with a few little pickles on the side which sometimes I throw on the burger for fun. Other than that, everything else is great too. I've had the caprese sandwich, Cuban, steak and cheese, breakfast burrito (2nd favorite thing), quesadilla, truffle fries (also a must) and many specials. Please go, wait in line for an hour, and enjoy one of the tastiest places in Western MA.

If you are fortunate to catch them open and have time for the well deserved line because the food is cooked fresh to order, you would be a fool not to stop here. Perfect setting, fair priced food made and served with love. Quite possibly the best meal and value at this time in GB. Out of this world onion rings , from someone who never even eats them. LITTLE SIDE OF THE ROAD TYPE SHACK... *Not a formal restaurant. On the very front lawn of Boggies* just south of Big Y

This place is so freakin' good. I am basically red meat-free at this point, except for the occasional Box Burger because they are just that good. The sweet, tangy tomato jelly makes me wonder why we even use ketchup on burgers traditionally. You can tell this is a place where the owners and the chefs care about making each item on their menu scrumptious. Pulling up to The Bistro Box, I get a little kid-in-the-candy-store rush. Such a fun, fulfilling meal in the Berkshires.