For Curious Palates

Folio surprises and delights with its unexpected ambiance and captivating charm.
Tucked inside the Boston Athenaeum, guests gather at Folio to savor made-to-order shareable plates,
explore a curated selection of old- and new-world wines, and enjoy craft cocktails—all in a chic, European-inspired setting.

We’re beyond excited to be featured on Resy’s list of must-visit restaurants.
The Resy Hit List: Where In Boston You’ll Want to Eat Right Now

 

Call for Reservation Questions

(857)-277-0023

Hours of Operation

Tuesday – Thursday | 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday – Saturday | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

 


CUISINE

Afternoon Tea

BEVERAGE

Large Party Request

Folio

14A Beacon Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02108
Phone: (857) 277-0023

[email protected]

The Catered Affair Collection e-gift card can be redeemed at any of our locations.


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NEW Afternoon Tea

A Contemporary Respite, Steeped in History

Tuesdays through Thursdays 2:00–4:00 pm

 Our beautifully presented treasure box of savory and sweet delights is anything but ordinary—designed to surprise and satisfy in equal measure.

$38.00 per person

To Begin
Daily Scone
Market Fresh Jam, Whipped Mascarpone
NF

Tea Box
Beet
Blood Orange, Candied Pepita, Goat Cheese
GF, NF, V

Tartine
Bavette Steak or Heirloom Tomato
Bernaise Aioli, Olive, Onion, Mizuna
NF, can be V

Donut
Citrus Glaze
NF, V

Chocolate
From our Community Table Partner
Atelier Colette

Tea Selection

Green
Jasmine Flowers
Herbal
Rooibos, Mint, Chamomile
Black
Blue Flower Earl Grey,
English Breakfast, Irish Breakfast

Cuisine
Farmstand

Chilled Carrot Soup | $12.00
Carrot Top Pesto, Pink Peppercorn, Nasturtium
GF, DF, NF, Vg

Insalata Verde | $15.00
Farm Greens, Fines Herbes, Salt Brined Carrot, Watermelon Radish,
Lemon Vinaigrette, Toasted Seeds
GF, DF, NF, Vg

Stracciatella | $18.00
Marinated Cucumber, Melons, Herbs, Chili Crisp
GF, NF, V

Celebration of Squash | $15.00
Zucchini, Baby Squash, Basil Pesto, Butternut Hummus
Vg, GF, NF

Beet + Beluga Lentil Salad | $16.00
Olive, Fig, Gigandes, Roasted Onion, Caramelized Fennel Vinaigrette
GF, NF, Vg

Farmer’s Market Salad | $15.00
Local Lettuces, Halloumi, Peas, Honey Shallot Vinaigrette
V, GF, NF

Potato Niçoise | $22.00
Poached Tuna, Marble Potatoes, Haricot Vert, Crisp Capers, Dijon Vinaigrette
GF, DF, NF

Add Protein to Salad | $14.00
Seared Flank Steak or Poached Tuna

Sharable

Focaccia | $14.00
Magic Bites Mediterranean Spreads
NF, V

Cheese + Meat Tower | $26.00
Three Local Cheeses, Three Meats, Accoutrements
NF

Magic Empanadas | $17.00
Guava + Cheese, Passion Fruit Crema
GF, NF, V

Tortilla de Papas | $18.00
Egg, Potato, Leek, Smoked Paprika
Gf, NF, V

‘Ham + Cheese’ Gougère | $18.00
Pimento Cheese, Jamon Serrano, Adrodolce
NF, V

Wagyu Beef Tartare | $25.00
Tzatziki Aioli, Cured Egg Yolk, Pita Chips
DF, NF

Eggplant Milanese | $23.00
Green Goddess, Arugula + Fennel Salad
NF, V

BBQ Duck Leg | $25.00
Sour Peach Glaze, Braised Greens, Crispy Grits
GF, NF

Pan

Featuring market succotash

Bavette Steak Tartine | $22.00
Brown Butter Brioche, Bernadine Aioli, Olive Relish, Cipollini, Mizuna
NF
You may substitute Heirloom Tomatoes for Bavette
NF, V

Lebanese Maghmour Pita | $19.00
Roasted Eggplant, Toum, Cucumber, Arugula
NF, Vg

Folio Italiano | $19.00
Mortadella, Prosciutto, Capicola, Soppressata, Bomba Pugliese,
Chopped Lettuce, House-made Foccaccia
DF, NF

Croque Monsieur | $20.00
Rosemary Ham, Gruyère, Béchamel
NF

Indulge

Tea or Café Gourmand | $14.00
Local Loose Leaf Tea, Espresso Beverage, Petite Pastries

Fruit | $14.00

Chocolate | $14.00
GF, NF

Brûlée | $14.00

Morning Pastry

Pain Au Chocolat | $4.00
NF, V

Morning Pasties | $4.00

Daily Scone | $4.00
NF, V

Beverages

Coffee
Featuring Jim’s Organic Brew
Cream, Milk, Skim, Almond, Oat

Espresso | $3.25
Cappuccino, Latte | $4.50, $5.25
Americano | $4.25, $5.00
Drip Coffee | $4.25, $4.50

Tea
Featuring MEM Tea and Madharsi Chai
Cream, Milk, Skim, Almond, Soy

Tea for One | $6.25
Matcha | $6.50
Chai Latte | $6.50

Beverage
Juice | $4.00
Orange, Cranberry, Grapefruit

Soda | $4.00
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Gingerale

Other | $4.00
Tonic, Gingerbeer

Saratoga | $10.00
Sparkling, Still

Cocktails

Stirred
Taste of Soloman | $18.00
Monkey Shoulder, Montenegro, Peychaud’s Bitters, Lemon

Butler’s Smoke | $18.00
Hendrick’s Gin, Carpano Antico Vermouth, Jasmine Syrup, Oak

Girly Blush | $18.00
Macchu Pisco, Blueberry, Lemon
(low alcohol by volume)

Uncle Wigg’s Tea Party | $18.00
Sake, Italicus, Lychee, Lime, Plum Butters
(low alcohol by volume)

Shaken

Athena’s Ambrosia | $18.00
Highclere Castle Gin, Basil + Lavender Water, Aloe Water, Lemon

Santiago’s Poison | $18.00
Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Pineapple Lavender Syrup, Lemon, Soda, Mint

Dragon Dance | $18.00
Thyme-infused Tito’s Vodka, Gekkeikan Sake, Pineapple Ginger Syrup, Lime

The Scarlet Sin | $18.00
Camarena Reposado, San Ho Reyes, Sage Syrup, Red Wine,
Grapefruit, Lime, Black Lava Salt

Capri | $18.00
Limoncello, Carpano Vermouth, Sage, Simple Syrup

Infusions
Calliope’s Cooler | $16.00
Ritual “Tequila”, Pineapple + Lemon Water, Pineapple Juice, Guava, Lemon

Twain’s Tranquility | $16.00
Seedlip Garden 108 ‘Gin’, Watermelon, Bergamot, Basil

Spirits

Vodka | Tito’s, Grey Goose
Rum | Mount Gay
Tequila | Casamigos Reposado, Casamigos Silver, Hornitos, Del Maguey Mezcal
Gin | Highclere, Hendricks
Whiskey | Maker’s Mark, Sazerac Rye
Scotch | Glenmorangie 10, Laphroaig 10, Monkey Shoulder

Cordials

Amaretto, Cointreau
Aperol, Frangelico
Averna, Campari
Crème de Violeta, Kahlua
Sweet Vermouth, Dry Vermouth
Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters
Peychaud’s Bitters, Oiler Blanc

*These items are cooked to order and may be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.


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Large Party Reservation Requests

Please complete the form below to reserve a table for a party of 6-15 guests.

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Private Restaurant Events

Folio can accommodate 50 guests. We have select availability for large groups.
Please complete the form below to reserve Folio for a private event.

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