A Seattle gem for moments that deserve more -- food made with care, service that goes above and beyond, and flavors that are always on point. This is the place I choose when I want to make a special day even more special. Copine will be closing this May, and it's hard to believe that a restaurant loved for nearly a decade will soon be gone. I've followed Chef Shaun's food since the Book Bindery days, and the thought of not being able to taste his cooking for a while feels genuinely bittersweet. If you want one of Seattle's most memorable dining experiences -- both in flavor and in heartfelt service-- go before the doors close. Also the vibe is effortlessly chic, warmly inviting, and modern with a quiet sense of character. Our dinner started with an amuse that set the tone for a perfect evening. The mushroom soup was rich, comforting, and exactly what a cold Seattle night calls for. I'm still thinking about it. Every course that followed was crafted with intention and care -- the crab, the pasta, the duck -- each one beautifully prepared and a joy to eat. The wine pairing was spot‑on and elevated the entire meal. Copine may be nearing its final chapter, but it's delivering some of its best work yet. If you've never been, now is the time. And if you have, you already know why this place has meant so much to so many. read more

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Amazing prefix menu restaurant that was a beautiful balance of flavor and texture. I enjoyed every dish that was put in front of me. I felt so satiated at the end of the meal. Copine also has a fantastic selection of cocktails, spirits, and wine. I haven't been this impressed with cocktails in a minute. Check out the menu and see what you like but if you need a suggestion you cannot go wrong with their cocktails (inferno, martini, etc..) Made reservations in advance and was promptly seated. Half of our party was running late but the staff were so understanding. Huge shoutout to the staff they overhead that we had birthdays in our party and brought out a beautiful presentation. They overheard our table saying happy birthday delivered such a wonderful experience. (Felt like I was in that one episode of the bear LOL). Thank you Copine team! *** Copine reminded me of a Michelin French restaurant in Tokyo called Florilege. If you enjoy Copine and happen to find yourself in Tokyo, I'd look into Florilege! read more

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Go. Go now. No guarantees what will happen to Copine after December 2025. STOP READING AND GO MAKE A RESERVATION. It's pricey - but good pricey. Presentation and flavors are excellent. Service is refined, friendly, and knowledgeable - but not the stuffiness of a Michelin restaurant. Our main server knew the wines so well I suspect she's their wine stewardess as well...on one of the wines I asked her how she'd describe it as I was picking up something like plastic. She grabs a glass and goes over tasting notes with me (that's green papaya - not plastic, but she politely said she could see how I picked that up). When I had it with the mochi cake dessert, it went perfectly. Just go. Find an excuse for a special night out. The place was half-empty on a Friday night, which should be a crime. For those who wish there was more of a high-end food scene like cities north, south, or east - here it is. Go support it. I get not everyone can afford an evening like this, but across the large corps up here, there's a lot of us who can. Support your local restaurants who go to so much trouble to make amazing nights out like this possible. read more

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I visited Copine on July 31st with a 7:30 bar-top reservation for one, and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences I've had in Seattle. Copine serves only a tasting menu, and when I first looked at the night's lineup I thought, wow--they're serving dishes like this at the bar top? Impressive. I ordered the Pacific shrimp, pork belly rillettes, pastina risotto, and finished with the millionaire shortbread. Every single dish was beautifully executed. The flavors were refined, balanced, and thoughtful--each plate felt like it belonged in a fine dining restaurant, yet the atmosphere made it easy to just relax and enjoy. The service was spectacular. Staff were warm, professional, and attentive without being overbearing. The décor is contemporary American--sleek and modern--but combined with the open, family-style feel, it creates a fine-dining illusion without the stress you sometimes get at more traditional upscale spots (no dark little tables here). One thing to keep in mind: Copine does not offer an à la carte option. The moment you sit down, it's a $140 per person tasting menu (plus supplements and drinks), so plan for around $200 per person. It's not an everyday restaurant, but for special occasions, date nights, or when you just want to treat yourself, it's absolutely worth it. The food, drinks, and service are truly top-notch. Copine is a gem in the Ballard neighborhood--an elevated yet approachable dining experience that feels refined without being intimidating. read more

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Loved everything about this experience. Servers were friendly, prompt, and accommodating. The timing of courses felt fluid and not rushed or slowed. Atmosphere is minimal but upscale. Romantic lighting and cozy vibes. Food was incredible. The only thing I wasn't the biggest fan of was the chocolate cake, tasted a little dry, however everything else was amazing. My favorites were the ahi crudo, grilled shrimp, and pierogi (amazing!). Also they gave us a complimentary cheddar biscuit and it was so light and fluffy but with crispy edges - I want 100 of those. Cocktails were great, however they have a great wine pairing that I love as well. We bought the smoked cherries (they have jars) after trying the cocktails - they were that good! Highly recommend Copine for a date night or celebration. It was my birthday and they gave me a candle and a personalized menu to take home. Great experience! read more

Copine - Ahi Crudo - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We were on a roll alllll the way up to dessert; it felt too good to be true til that point. The service here is excellent - as many have noted in their reviews, it walks the line between casual and truly fine dining very well (attentive but not overly so). At this price point I would appreciate a somewhat slower pace for courses, as well as an attempt to pour beverage refills on occasion (once the bottles hit the table, we were on our own), but overall, we lacked for nothing. As far as the food goes, it is precise, focused, delicious and playful - at least on the savory front. The amuse bouche was a fun take on game day food in honor of the Super Bowl (refined chips and dip, and pigs in a blanket - nom). The foie gras terrine is well worth the supplement - I mean, just look at the technique on display in the photo for this post. It was almost too pretty to eat. Such a beautifully composed dish; the flavors were so harmonious (the brightness of the garnishes, paired with the richness of the foie gras... I'm going to be thinking about that dish for quite some time). The sweetbread supplement was also well worth the addition - I love offal; my companion does not usually love it, but even he was won over. The lamb was perfectly prepared; I was not a fan of the raw carrot garnish, but that was my one nit. The stumbling block of the meal was dessert. I appreciated that it was not overly sweet, however: the vanishingly tiny discs of black sesame panna cotta tasted not at all of sesame - the only item on the plate that gave any hint of that flavor was the black crisp/garnish on top of the raspberry ice cream. For something billed as "black sesame" on the menu, it was disappointingly bland/lacked that signature nutty flavor. The matcha cake was surprisingly stodgy. The only element that I enjoyed was the raspberry ice cream (that was delicious!). I would return to Copine - the environment is relaxing, adult conversation can be had by all (awww the bliss of a quiet dining room), and the majority of the food is quite good. Next time I would choose the cheese course over the sweet dessert option, however. read more

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I treated my parents to Copine for their holiday gift, since they do not usually treat themselves to fine dining. The staff made an incredible experience and the food was amazing,... parents were raving about the atmosphere, service and taste. Jill was especially helpful with planning and scheduling their meal. She followed up with me and made suggestions on additional things she and her team could do to make sure my parents had the best experience possible. This included helping me with remote payment, tailoring their suggestions and service to budget and taste preferences... she even printed menus with no prices so that my parents could enjoy with out thinking about cost. All of these were her idea, and I credit their great experience to her service. 1,000 stars out of 5 read more

Fantastic! My wife and I went to Copine for her birthday. It was wonderful. I'll keep it short, but it's a very high-end, expensive place, but it's excellent. Food, service, atmosphere. My wife and I both enjoyed the other dishes more than the desserts. But everything was top notch. See photos of our menu - it changes each week-- and our selections. The amuse bouche came unordered. I failed to photograph my scallops. Wonderful. Go. Support this local masterpiece. read more

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Have been several times but haven't been in years, as we don't get to Seattle that often. We loved this place then, and we still love it. Food is great, creative and beautifully presented. Servers are attentive, friendly and helpful with suggestions when you can't decide what to order. My husband and I opted to try multi things off the menu and shared that way we could try more things. Wine suggested was also good. We like the vibe and would absolutely come back. read more

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The atmosphere here is very pleasant - elegant without being snobbish (despite some deep fine-dining background that both founders bring, including NYC's Per Se), relaxed, and intimate. I loved the understated minimalism of the interior, the lighting, and the combination of warm wood and sleek concrete, with some coastal notes of sand and air plants adding lightness. As for the food, I'd suggest you go for a 4-course version (with the mid-course add-on to the standard menu) for a full dinner experience. The menu changes frequently, so there is probably little value in a detailed description of each of the menu items. Overall, it was a pleasant culinary experience, although I would've enjoyed slightly toned-up flavors in a few items. The plating was absolutely beautiful - especially for the dessert. The service was most attentive and always there when you need them, without unnecessary interruptions or hovering. All in all, an enjoyable and memorable evening for sure. read more

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A group of us was in Seattle for an important work conference, and we're looking for an amazing foodie experience. Someone we know who lives locally had recommended this restaurant, and even though it was very far out of our way from downtown, we figured we would make the trip out. First, location should have given away that it was not really supposed to be a fancy five star prix fixe restaurant. It was located on the ground floor of an apartment building in a very regular part of town, not anywhere close to anything and certainly not in an area with an abundant number of other shops or restaurants or anything else for that matter. Second, upon entering, the place seemed like a ghost town. There were not too many people around, and it was very dark, not the nice kind of dark that you would have in a romantic restaurant, but the kind of dark that just happens when you need to upgrade your lighting. The decor was plainly boring. Our server, while pleasant, had a very flat affect and did not seem as if she was happy to be working there. She wasn't too eager to explain anything to us. But that's when it got even worse. When we looked at the menu, we saw that, to our surprise (I wish we had found this out before driving all the way there) it was a fixed price menu and it was starting at $140 a person. That is without any of the very expensive drinks, and it was without some optional upgrades and add-ons. With a drink, you're talking about spending, before tax and tip, anywhere from $160-$200 a person. The menu itself was extremely brief with very limited options available for each of the three courses. For example, for the main entrée, I eat only vegetarian and fish. However, the options were either scallops or duck, neither of which I could eat, and the vegetarian option was potatoes. I'm not joking, $140 for a potato dish. We asked the server if they had anything more substantial to serve us for the main entrée, then add dish of potatoes and she said they would be able to do what they called hand, cut, angel hair pasta with sablefish. It was not on the menu so I was a little bit reluctant, but would be better than potatoes for that price. Now, when the food came out, I had been expecting that for that price I would receive some thing that would be substantial in size and have exceptionally good flavor. The first course that the three of us got was the citrus King Salmon. What they referred to as the first course was literally 2 to 3 bites. And, admittedly, it was lacking in any substantial flavor. The presentation was pretty nice, but I would not even say it was artistic. My two friends had the duck, and both complained that it tasted like rubber, had to firm and rubbery of a texture, and simply did not taste all that great. Their portion sizes were pretty small as well. For me, the portion was so tiny for my entire main entrée that I finished it in a matter of seconds. This angel hair pasta was nothing to speak of, just plain pasta. And, I doubt that there was more than about 3 to 4 g of fish that had been Smashed up and lightly dusted around a tiny amount of pasta. It was almost a joke how little food came in that main entrée, especially given that I had just spent $140. Then, came the desserts. And, while the desserts was nice and in our case, we each got some thing with a piece of baklava and a scoop or rather spoonful of pistachio ice cream, it was nothing to write home about. We all left upset and hungry, regretting our choice. If the restaurant had at least had exceptional ambience, a wonderful server, and provided a nice experience, we could have to some degree overlooked the fact that it was overpriced, the entrées were small and not delicious and that the menu choices were very limited. However, with one of the elements of a restaurant lacking, I feel as if I had been deceived. I eat out a lot, write a ton of reviews, and can tell you that among every restaurant I've eaten at in the last decade, this is the one that I would least recommend. I would urge them to make many changes to their restaurant. Save your money and go to a cheap hole in the Wall sushi place or mom and Pop burrito restaurant as I think you'll have a far more enjoyable experience and you'll be able to pay your rent on top of it. read more

Copine - Desert with a spoonful of pistachio ice cream and a small piece of baklava. - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had dinner here last night. This was a pre fixe menu which included a vegetarian option which was as delicious as the meat choice according to my DIL. Every course was both delicious and beautifully plated, including the amuse bouche and the take home sweets. The service was both impeccable and personable, the wine pairings generous. When I asked about a one of the wines served with dinner the sommelier wrote it down and sent me a follow up email! This will be our new go-to restaurant for special occasions! read more

The ambience was low key but high class, but thought they could let more light into the space. I walked in and sat at the bar, but wasn't offered the bar/happy hour menu that is apparently available. I went with the 3 course $140 dinner menu. The waygu beef tartare was fresh and seasoned well with truffle oil, and summer squash wrapped Alaskan halibut was very tender. The dessert brioche bread pudding was light and have a good balance of flavor, texture and sweetness. Overall, the dishes were good, but nothing stands out or makes me feel "wow", which I would expect. I have had much more satisfying dining experience elsewhere, with substantially more food, in this price range. read more

Went here for date night with hubby. I reserved about a month or so ago for our February 26th date night. The ambience is very romantic - think candlelit dinner :) parking garage for Copine is on 64th st or you can opt for street parking if you can find it. We had the fixed 3 course with a midcourse supplement (after our starters), alcoholic pairing, and non alcoholic pairing. It came out to be $375 total (before tip). Definitely a splurge for a romantic evening or celebration of a life event. Everything was delicious, but I absolutely loved their carbonara and risotto midcourse. The nonalcoholic pairing was also amazing! The drinks paired perfectly with our meals. The service was very attentive. It felt like the perfect date night because of the service staff and food. Definitely will be returning for another date night here. Cheers. read more

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My boyfriend brought me (his 'copine,' hehe) to this lovely restaurant as a surprise for my 30th birthday. For dine-in, reservations are required and can be booked weeks ahead, but we were lucky enough to catch a last-minute cancelation. The minute we walked in we were greeted warmly - without any pretentiousness - which holds true for the heart of Ballard. There is currently a three-course prix fixe menu (with an optional additional mid course, and wine pairings). Each course has a limited 2-3 choices, including vegetarian options, which seems to rotate very frequently. Between the two of us, we tried almost everything off of the menu. Overall, my favorite dishes were the foie gras with waffle and berry gelée starter, the beef entree with zucchini-wrapped crab and baby potatoes, and the blackberry mousse with anise ice cream and granola. The sablefish in broth, and the pasta mid course, were a little simple in flavor, but overall still well executed. Warning, I would definitely only try the savory grilled cheese finish if you LOVE blue cheese... but that's subjective. There is some added fun with a few surprise hor d'oeuvres from the chef. I won't ruin them all, but I will say that would go back again just for the brioche rolls. (My boyfriend joked and wondered if we could take a bread basket to go.) Most of all, everyone on staff was extremely welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable. Tables were spaced safely and staff wore masks, and yet it did not feel at all like "COVID times." I would recommend Copine if you're looking for a classy, charming, yet laid back and zen place for any special occasion and smaller group setting. read more

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We were excited to come here recently for our anniversary dinner -- great reviews, James Beard nominated, etc. Total ticket for prix fixe with wine pairing plus tip came to just about $500, but I don't think we felt this was worth it. Details below: Dishes: I got the foie gras, crispy king salmon, and carmelized mochi cake desert. Wife got crab salad, bacon wrapped pork loin, and cheese plate dessert. We split an add on, carmelized onion tortellini ($12). PROS - First, ambience, service, etc, was great. Top notch, what you'd expect. Felt waited on when it was needed, and quiet enough to have a conversation but not too quiet. They also gave us a complimentary sparkling wine to start for our anniversary, and lit candles on the desserts. - Second, there was one outstanding dish, Carmelized onion tortellini, which was an add on the main menu -- like, I remember this dish the following day, and I can easily think wow it was creamy but rich meat broth, and incredible flavors. Would have it again in a heartbeat, pay twice that for it. We both loved it. CONS: - The wine pairing was unexpectedly dry, for almost both menus throughout the meal (eg my dessert pairing was sweet). It was an odd choice, and we didn't feel like it amplified the courses at all. - Other than the tortellini, the dishes were well executed but didn't feel exciting. Like, I've had foie gras and salmon before, but I can't remember anything about the dishes that make them feel super standouting. My wife liked the crab in the salad but the sauce was too sweet. Overall, it's a great restaurant, but at this price tag I think we were looking for more from the food, and were disappointed by the wine pairing choices (though the sommelier was very nice personably). read more

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My husband and I have been three times now and always have an amazing meal. The ambience is peaceful and charming. Service is absolutely fanatic - the staff explain things well, are detail oriented, and they offer great recommendations. This is one of our favorite pre fix menu restaurants. It's easy to eat vegetarian or pescatarian here but there are always meat options too. Food light, creatively balanced, and beautifully presented. Wine pairings are better than the cocktails imo but we love trying everything. Enjoy! read more

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Outstanding everything. Food, service, ambience. Went for a special anniversary dinner and it was excellent, as it has been the other couple of times we've been. Every bite was delicious, plating was beautiful, well paced, friendly attentive staff. I'm so sad that they're closing. Check it out if you can before December 2025. read more

What. A. Dreamy. Meal. I'll be thinking about this meal and wine pairing for quite some time! What a delightful dinner - every bite and sip were so tasty and thoughtful. Started out with a little amuse and soup followed by a delicious brioche and it just continued on with courses that continued to wow (see photos)! We added on a hen egg for the mid course and it was so worth it - if you're contemplating adding a mid course, just do it. The mushrooms beneath the egg were just to die for! I suggest that you get different plates than your dining companion to ensure you can try all the bites of the evening. Each wine pairing went so well with each of the course and it was just perfection for the entirety of the meal. Will be singing high praises of this place to any and all who will listen - so so tasty and the servers were so knowledgeable and lovely. Can't wait to come back with each turn of the season! So dreamy. Yum. read more

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We dined at Copine this past Friday night for my Bday. Hadn't been there in like forever, since Covid anyway. But we had moved 2 years ago out of the neighborhood. We had gotten the Email that they were closing. UGH ! We were seated right away and they were full. Gina, the Somm, came over right away and, for our mini-celebration, suggested an off the list bottle of Champagne. WOW ! So good ! We all four did the prix fixe menu so we got to try everything. Paula, our server, was wonderful. She explained the menu and dishes. I started with the grilled peach salad. Fresh everything ! As an add-on I continued with the smoked Pork Belly. Am I glad I did ! That was most definitely my dish of the night. Melt in your mouth ecstasy. Gina paired it with a sparkling Lambrusco. Say what ? It was perfect ! For my main, I did Lamb Lollipops. Two tasty, perfectly cooked chops. Winner ! Dessert was a Banana / Chocolate / Ice Cream sweet thing. All Good ! How good you ask ? On the way out we made another reservation for a future date. Please run, don't walk to Copine because if they do close, we will lose a kick-ass neighborhood treasure !!! Cheers, Ed P.S. One caveat for the Chef, the bread service is limited. I guess they only make one roll per customer. Make more please ! We need it to sop up all the delicious sauces you put on the food !!! read more

A really great dining experience in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle. The restaurant has a nice classy feel, the service is exceptional and prices (about $50 - $75 pp) are reasonable for the quality of the food (more on that below). No wonder this restaurant has such a high average Yelp rating. BTW, the presentation for all of the dishes are A+, just look at the pics. The risotto is perfect in every way, Chef Ramsey would have no problem if he was at the pass. It's perfectly cooked, not too buttery and right amount of cream. Really good balance. The scallops was amazing, never had a such a good searing before. It's browned to the maximum without being blackened and the inside is still moist. Don't how they solved this paradox. To top this off, it's served with locally sourced mushrooms and veggies. The rabbit was very interesting, the meat really tasted like chicken and didn't have a gamely flavor. Very moist and soft. Highly recommended. read more

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If you like very sweet or heavy flavored dishes this is for you that have no balance . I'm from LA we know our food. However the main reason for my bad review is not because of the food it is towards the service. I got charged for 4 courses and there was only two of us. He did refund me but we did not hear one single apology. Nor was the refund situation smooth. If I did not catch it I just paid for two extra people for nothing . This is a very very serious mistake . Another diner would not be as polite as I was. So people check your receipts when your at this restaurant and honestly , we have friends that live in Seattle I didn't want to believe her opinion which was all the 4-5 star restaurants are not worth it. That can't be anymore true just go find some local spots and get your tummy full . Melisse in LA got their sweet and heavy flavors balanced. I was downing water at this place Changing your menu every week come on... how can you maintain consistency on your food. All this wild stuff is for your chefs to test not us. Was this a review. ? read more

Such a delicious prix fixe restaurant in Ballard! I opted for the 4 course $130 option that everyone recommended here on Yelp, and it was absolutely delicious. The service was top tier, each dish was creative and delicious, the interior is beautifully decorated (nice and airy), and overall I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. I would definitely come again! read more

Copine - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It was a very present experience. Fast and great service. Good tastes of food I was surprised by the size of foie gra terrine. In other places it's usually three times smaller. The combination with cherry was perfect. Morrel mushrooms complimented chicken superb. Again the combination was great. All dishes ( four ) i truly enjoyed. It was a great evening there read more

Copine - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Copine excels in so many ways, particular in a metro area that is still somewhat lacking in proper fine dining options. But ultimately while the meal was very good overall it didn't have enough high notes to have Copine stand out as a place I want to come back to immediately. The first impressions here are great. The space is warm, subtle, and sophisticated. There's not a lot of obvious modern design touches here but at the same time it doesn't feel old fashioned or quaint - it just feels good. The space is properly broken up so you don't hear a lot of noise from the other parties as well which is good. Service starts very attentive and continues to be so throughout the entire meal, and the staff is very knowledgeable about everything you have questions about on the menu. The meal itself started with some high notes. The initial bites - a burrata cheese with I think a potato fritter wrapping and an asparagus soup - were outstanding and savory. A dinner roll and butter were brought out shortly there after and were to die for - this one was better than the Lazy Bear bread that the LB staff and chef make such a big deal out of and it's almost worth the (very expensive) price of admission at Copine. From there it was a very well prepared Salmon with a grapefruit accompaniment and a simple salad with a poached egg - both were tasty (particularly the salmon) but the salad wasn't too exciting. We also tried the foie gras egg pudding which was quite savory without being too overboard on the liver, the beet pasta which was strikingly good given that beets are usually a hard sell (I can't stand them usually), and shrimp with grits which was unfortunately a bit underwhelming (not enough flavor in the grits and the shrimp was a bit too "fishy"!) The end of the meal was a bit schizophrenic. The main entrees were sablefish and a vegetable dish with broccoli and ricotta. Both were fairly bland and lacking in much distinction, especially considering all the bold flavors in the meal that proceeded them. Desert was profiteroles with some apple and cinnamon ice cream; the pastries were pretty average but the ice cream was so delicious and sentimental. All in all a very good meal but also very expensive (about $450) after tip and not extraordinary enough to make immediate future plans for like you might for a Benu or Providence. read more

A lovely place to eat in Seattle. Found out the chef owner worked at Per Se and I can see that from the food. I went to NYC last fall and got a chance to eat there. It's gem that I just discovered and they've been open since 2016. I'll be going there more often esp for special occasions. read more

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Just had a lovely dinner at Copine! Drop everything and a make rez! The food was delicious and the wine pairings elevated every single dish! We had such a great time. The service was exceptional. They went above and beyond for my husband's birthday. Will def come back! You guys are amazing. We really appreciate it! read more

A little background, I was a regular at the chefs former restaurant, Bookbindery in Fremont which was BEAUTIFUL. I felt like I was in Napa Valley. I was excited when he opened Copine in Ballard and have eaten there several times. It's consistent in a French technique/Thomas Keller kind of way which used to be the pinnacle. The thing is that there's nothing new about that type of food and I would describe it as perfect to a fault and leans towards BORING. The space itself is on the ground floor retail section of a condo building and the interior vibe is cold - staff and atmosphere included. The real killer is that they charge Canlis prices. Excuse me?! read more

This restaurant may challenge your wallet at bit, but it's one that you'll want to go to! My wife and I dined there last night and, simply put, it was extraordinary. Warmly greeted at the door by the chef's wife and co-owner, we were served by a young lady named Amy who was attentive, knew all about the menu, and had perfect timing throughout the meal. And our meal ... I won't go into details or I'd fill pages ... was a fixed price three course menu (with choices for each course) plus an optional additional 2nd course for a nominal charge (which I added). It was delightful at every bite from the amuse bouche to desert. My wife, a fish-friendly vegetarian, was more than satisfied with her options. Both of us were thrilled with our choices and incredibly impressed that the chef creates an entirely new menu every three days. We WILL return, and soon, we hope! read more

What an amazing experience we had at Copine! Our waiter Paula was super friendly and knowledgeable, the flavors were amazing, the presentation was beautiful. The highlights are the lemongrass soup in the beginning as a taste cleanser, tuna tartare and sable fish. We love that the portion size is good here (most other places that offer chef's tasting menu usually has small plates which are not filling). We will be back! read more

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Wonderful all around. Food was marvelous, service was excellent. We had such a lovely evening. Will be going back for sure.

Let's first start that the drink was amazing. We started with amuse bouche to clear the pallet. So tasty to clear the pallet. Let's not forget I got the "Pamplemousse" and they gave us bread as well. Then the asparagus so amazing with the egg. Also get the risotto a must try. Let's be serious also the food is so light. I don't even feel guilty. Omg wait the chocolate decadence is so tasty all around. Also every Sunday is a tasting menu. So come by any day but next Sunday prepare for another great option. Most importantly ask for Michael he is very nice and made the whole dinner selection great. read more

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The service was excellent. The ambiance is OK for talking. A few of the courses were good. Several of them were very lack luster. My partner and I got opposite dishes off the tasting menu. For every course one of us felt disappointed or not pleased. For the price point I would not go back. Way over priced. Altura is like $35 more and 4 times better. Or go to Spinasse which is cheaper and also 3 times better. read more

Copine was an incredible experience. To be clear, it was one of the best, if not the best restaurant we have ever tried- New York, LA, Copenhagen, Seattle. Truly, we dont know how it is not booked out for months. It was WAY BETTER than Canlis- and an of the other high end Seattle restaurants. Every dish was a delight- unique flavors, genius combinations, unbelievably thoughtful wine AND non alcoholic pairings, with perfectly sized portions. The service was amazing. Staff knew every dish, despite it being changed every Thursday.They told stories about the food and were deeply responsive to our preferences. PLEASE COME HERE. read more

I have been to Copine several times. The food is always impeccable, the service exceptional and the evening always exceeds my expectations. I no longer live in Ballard but make it a point to travel from Kirkland to celebrate any special occasion at Copine. read more

This was such a disappointing experience!The interior has zero personality--it's very bland and oddly lit--certainly not romantic. The service was just ok. The linens stunk! I couldn't keep my napkin in my lap because the odor was clinging to my clothing and hands. Food was profoundly ok but not what you might anticipate at the price point. Overall just a big bummer. read more

This is one of our favorite dinner spots! The trick here is to eat at the bar! They have a bar menu which often in my opinion has dishes almost better - dare I say it - then the main menu! Ruben at the bar is always so helpful and suggest wonderful wines to pair with the dishes. We always start off with half a dozen oysters and the complementary amuse Bouche and the house bread just seals the deal! You don't have to make reservations for the bar but get there early because seats usually fill up on Fridays and the weekends. We live really close by so it's a nice treat to stop by there on a random Tuesday or Wednesday night for a special dinner :-) read more

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For our first dinner across the border in two years, my wife selected this amazing place. As mentioned currently they have a 3-course menu for $120 but with an option for a 4th course for $10. We went for the extra course and we also got an amuse bouche. Everything was amazing from the presentation to the taste and the service. read more

My experience at Copine had many complex layers, very akin to the food emerging from Copine's kitchen. We chose to reserve space at the bar, which proved to be quite prescient considering the stark, coldness of the Copine interior. At least the bar had color and depth, maybe just due to the bottles on display. Copine adheres to the "food is the star" school of restaurant design, as the unadorned white walls, dark concrete floor, and bare wood tables, add no warmth or texture. I would label the space "Scandinavian minimalism," if that makes sense. I wanted some color, a painting, a rug, something....My wife liked the decor, pointing out the wood ceiling. Okay, but it wasn't enough for me. In contrast, service was warm, professional and fun. The liquor and wine program is run well, with a unique, well priced wine list and excellent cocktails available. Copine takes booze seriously. Our food server was great, and he certainly enhanced our dining experience. My tagliatelle appetizer, topped by a poached egg, was scrumptious, as was the foie gras terrine. The flavors at Copine are subtle and light. I would never call these dishes hearty. Both appetizers are on the border of "precious," without crossing that uncomfortable line. The chef has an artist's touch, kind of like the Japanese chefs cooking French food in Paris. Our pork entrees were a mistake, both of us not enjoying the flavor. It was a palete thing, not a kitchen error. Copine tried to comp us the two dishes, but I would not allow that. It was not their fault. Desserts were amazing, both illustrating culinary mastery. Before we knew it, we were the last patrons in the restaurant. Oops, that happens a lot to me. If I'm drinking, I'm gabbing, and time doesn't exist. I apologize to all the restaurants where I have over stayed my welcome. One weird thing happened at Copine. I often tip the kitchen staff towards the end of my meal at a restaurant. Before I walked into the kitchen, I asked our server if this would be okay. His permission was granted, and I walked into Copine's kitchen and was greeted by the chef, who was visibly uncomfortable with my presence. I thanked him, offered the cash for the kitchen staff, which he said was unnecessary, but accepted at my insistence. I turned around and walked back to the bar, feeling strange about this interaction. I have done the same thing at restaurants in Paris, New York, Milan, and even Salt Lake City. Never have I felt so weird, as I did after doing this at Copain. My tip was obviously not welcomed. I don't know why. My gesture was in good faith. Although our experience at Copain had more ups and downs than the value of the Argentinian peso, we will return, because that chef can cook his ass off, and Copain's gestalt is what fine dining is all about. read more

The food was absolutely amazing and everything was perfectly cooked with stellar service. It was so worth the drive deep into Ballard! If I had to nit pick, I'd say the fish was every so slightly over cooked but other than that, everything was better than expected! read more

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