First Time Here Our family came to visit Seattle for 2 days. We were staying close by and this restaurant is within walking distance from our AirBnB. We had a reservation and were seated promptly for our family of 5 (includes 3 growing hangry boys). It's a small and quaint restaurant, not a good option for 6 or more. Our reservation was at 6:45 PM and the restaurant was full. Of course you have to order bread (baguette)! We ordered the charcuterie for the boys as an appetizer, they scarfed it all down, didn't even ask what each meat was, they just ate it! We all ordered steak/frites and a house special. It was so delicious. They served me (Queen B/Mama) a lovely gin martini, because that's what is needed when you travel with 4 males...and we shared a lovely red blend. I would recommend Le Pichet if you are looking for a nice relaxing/romantic meal cooked with lots of love and care. read more

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Best food I've had in Seattle! I loved everything. We ordered a lot of different dishes and food. Meats, cheese, pickles, chocolate, olives, etc. everything as incredible. I'm so glad that I stopped in. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Food tasted good and was cooked properly but they did the same thing I noticed some other French restaurants do and that is serve bird-size portions and charge a premium. C'est une infamie. I left feeling like I definitely could have eaten more. I often get thirsty after going out to eat because restaurants are pretty liberal with the salt, but not this time. Could it be because they didn't over-salt their food, or I didn't have enough to eat? lol My friends I met at French happy hour started going out trying different French restaurants so we'll see if the next ones do the same puny portion thing. If so I think it might be time to consider a nice big, filling burrito for dinner. Gratuity is included in the bill so you don't have to leave a tip which is nice. read more

What a perfect little French bistro! My friend took me here for brunch and oh my, this was such a great meal! It's the kind of food I expect in Paris or Europe but not really in Seattle so it was such a lovely surprise! I selected from their house made terrines and it was the best I've had in a long time! I wished they'd sell it to take home! I will most definitely be coming back here next time I'm back in Seattle. read more

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Visit: 1st Date: 3/3/26 Time: 5:57pm What they got right: Friendly service and delicious food. Areas for improvement: n/a We walked in without a reservation and were seated at the bar since it was only 2 of us. The bartender was friendly, took our order, and refilled our drinks promptly. The ambiance was that of a friendly neighborhood cafe. It felt warm and welcoming. Hubby had the steak frites and loved it. I loved the foie de volaille we ordered as an appetizer. It was smooth and rich so I appreciated the pickles and mustard that was served with it. We couldn't finish our appetizer so they packed it for us with some bread. I recommend this place for your next adventure! read more

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An adorable casual bistro near Pike's that serves up rustic French Fare. BF got a diet coke ($5) and the baguette sandwich ($15) and I got the 3-Charcuterie plate ($16) with pate and terrine. We also had some baguette and butter. Pros: -The variety of charcuterie was so impressive! I love pate / terrine. -I wish I got the waitresses name because she was so lovely and charming and sweet :) Cons -Almost everything on the menu was "not available" when we went. No steak, no soup, no chicken, some of the terrines were out. -Baguette was not warm. So strangely, at the end of the day you do really feel like you're paying to have some cold baguette and ham in a cute bistro at Pike's. At least we weren't charged for them :D -BF was not impressed with his sandwich. Gratuity is automatically included. read more

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The food and service here were excellent, and it's nice to see that not much has changed since my last visit. Everything came out fresh and flavorful, and the benedicts are anything but traditional with creative twists that definitely stand out. Portions were generous, and on the food alone it felt like a solid experience. That said, there are a few things that keep me from considering a return. The 20% service charge is clearly stated, but it could be more transparent whether that means tipping isn't expected. Sitting inside is likely the better choice, as we were heavily harassed by a homeless man outside, and despite trying to flag staff for help, no one seemed to notice. It didn't ruin the meal completely, but it left us feeling uncomfortable. great food, but not a place I feel drawn to go back to. read more

Le Pichet - Uhm yum!!!!! didn't get a good view of my beignets , but they were phenomenal!!!!! - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a charming find! The food was absolutely delicious and authentic! We enjoyed a lovely charcuterie as a starter with a salad and then sampled the fish of the day and the sinful hot chocolate. Together with the free flowing bread, we felt like we were in a Parisian cafe. Service was excellent read more

Le Pichet - Small restaurant with limited seating, bustling with happy diners - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Wonderful! I was in Seattle for a conference and wanted a warm and comfortable place to enjoy dinner. I enjoyed their French onion soup, the broth was rich and not just salty. One of the best I've ever had! I then had a nice steak and frites. Flavor was there, meat could have been better (more tender) but nothing that would deter me from going back. Had the yogurt sponge cake to finish and the crumb was nice and thick and moist. Felt like all the sides were made in house (house whipped cream for the cake, house cut and fried fries, etc). It really made the experience. I sat at the bar and our server was fine-- attentive and got our orders in quickly. Would love a chance to be back in Seattle to enjoy their French onion soup again! read more

The very last meal in Seattle doubles as review #1,500. This was a Yelp recommendation and a fine one. An adorable little bistro that everyone would love to own. The staff are priceless and so moving. They bring a warmth to the room that makes you wish for a longer stay They have an impressive selection of wines and the food is exceptional. From soup to nuts or might I say charcuterie to Les Dessert. We were guided to the Roast Chicken and the Salmon. Both absolutely fabulous. Presentation was very impressive. Our cheese was Vacherousse accompanied by a 2016 Domaine du Clos du Fief "La Roche" Beaujolais. Add two Le Baronesse. The ambiance was incredible and the service very deliberate. Don't rush through the experience, instead savor it. The check will soon be here. Be certain to read the bottom of the menu. 05/25; 09/25 read more

We were visiting Seattle and were really excited to try Le Pichet as we had seen it recommended so many times. We called to book a table the day before and were told they only had availability at 5pm and the table would be needed back at 6.30pm, which we were fine with given we really wanted to try this spot. We arrived at 5pm promptly, excited to try the food, and were not given the warmest welcome. Our waitress arrived and she was much friendlier than the guy greeting guests. We ordered a bottle of Vouvray and large charcuterie board to start. The charcuterie board was great, with some of the best pates we have had. For mains I ordered the mussels and my husband ordered the pork belly. My mussels arrived and the portion was a little small and it didn't look the most appetising. The flavour wasn't my favourite, with the bacon overwhelming the dish. The fries were very good though (well cooked and seasoned). When the pork arrived it looked a little undercooked, with very pale and soft skin. When my husband cut into the pork it was cold and inedible. We mentioned this to the waitress who took the pork back to the kitchen. A little while later my husband was presented with the same pork chop which had just been cooked a bit more (even down to the piece that he had cut off to eat still being on the plate). At this point we decided to leave and asked for the bill. The team did kindly comp our food, which we didn't ask for or expect, so that was a nice touch. Although, when leaving the restaurant the host was also a fairly rude and dismissive, ignoring us when we said goodbye and wishing him a nice evening. To top off our experience about 45 minutes after leaving the restaurant I was pretty sick for several hours. All in all we can't recommend this restaurant, nor would we return. If you are looking for French food in Seattle I would recommend looking elsewhere. read more

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From food to service is been great as today. It's our first time there. We enjoyed time and food. However the down side. the bill it's auto Grat 18% I believe for our table of 2 people. Normally we tips 20% or more I got it when five or more. Other than that it's great. read more

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Cute little French spot with a few outdoor tables. We enjoyed our glasses of wine and pate. Seems like their indoor tables book up with reservations, so plan ahead if you want to dine inside. They do charge a mandatory 20% service charge, so keep an eye out for that. read more

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Le Pichet's steak frites is easily one of the best in Seattle. My steak was cooked perfectly medium rare. Candidly, I was very surprised by how flavorful and tender it was. The fries were crispy and highly addictive, especially when dipped in some mayo that I had asked for on the side. Huge thanks to the friendly waiter who let us squeeze in between two tight reservations -- made the experience even better! read more

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Wonderful charcuterie. Found the place while at Pikes Place. I will definitely go there again. I had the Petite Charcuterie and coffee. A must try. read more

The service is and always has been less than par since the ownership has changed from the original owner. The steak and frite were less than ok. The flat iron steak was just chewy and not a great piece of meat. Its very sad that its going down the hill so fast. It used to be once so amazing. read more

Oh was this place ever good! We just got pastries and drinks, but it was all delicious! It's crowded but worth the wait. I wish we had one of these back home, but it's not a franchise nor a chain. That's probably why it's so good, because it doesn't have a bunch of red tape, corporate stupidity, and greedy investors trying to run the place. This is as authentic French as you can get. read more

Amazing place in Seattle I love their Oeufs Au Plat Jambon-Fromage or the Quiche. The staff is friendly and service is very French read more

Le Pichet - Oeufs Au Plat Jambon-Fromage - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Le Pichet was recommended by a local friend when I visited Seattle for work. She ended up taking me out, and we had one of the best meals throughout my trip. I always love me a local, rustic, warm and cozy food place, and they serve authentic French cuisine with a northwest twist. Service was the best here. Everyone was happy ans friendly. We got ourselves an assortment of pate, onion soup, and seared duck breast. I'm a fan of pate so I couldn't help myself. I had one of the best chicken liver pate here at Le Pichet. It was so livery, creamy, so so good that I ended up getting more AND togo more back to my hotel. Onion soup was packed with flavors as well. Nice sear on the duck, really tender. They also surprised me with a Basque Cheesecake for my birthday, and it was also really good. This was easily one of the best French restaurants I've been to, and I highly recommend when you visit Seattle. read more

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Wonderful casual French bistro on 1st ave a few blocks from Pike Place Market. The Croque Madame was perfect - tasty bread and broiled cheese. I'll have this here again next time. Their salads were well-dressed and had a generous amount of yummy toppings (Gorgonzola chunks, candied walnuts, figs). French onion soup was "4 out of 5" per my partner - recommended, very good, and worth having again. read more

Le Pichet - French onion soup, complimentary bread - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a great little French place! It is a bit cozy inside with the tables close together but we didn't mind. I enjoyed their crepe entree which came with mushrooms and the fish of the day entree which was a perfectly cooked king salmon. My mother in law enjoyed the appetizer salad which she had as her main, my father in law enjoyed the special of the day which was mussels, and my husband loved the chefs choice charcuterie plate. So happy we stumbled across this place! read more

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Best French onion soup ever. Delicious soup, perfect atmosphere. So glad we stumble upon this gem read more

Le Pichet - FOS - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

my friend took me here. impressive service and food. love it. will definately go back and try other options in the menu. read more

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Recommended by a local. I had the bean, greens and sausage soup. Delicious. Service was good and the atmosphere is quaint. read more

Seattle, Belltown. July 2024 1st Ave can be part ghetto, part zoo from Pike St to Virginia - the part that is above Pike Place Market. Le Pichet is right at the edge on 1st, by Virginia, and it is restores some sanity after experiencing the hustle on the streets below. This is a small bistro very much styled as a place where regular people in the neighborhood can drop in for a beer or a small bite. Do not expect an extensive menu. For lunch, it is very basic - baguette sandwich here, salad there, an egg dish, the rest is charcuterie. Dinner offers a few more full plates. Wine is the preferred choice, with a few beers, and numerous apertif or digestive liqueurs. I've only eaten during lunch and enjoy a light bite with an amaro or apertif. A plate of some slices of charcuterie with cornichons, baguette slices and butter is a good meal for me. I have never found the people there anything but pleasant. I see them exchanging pleasantries with regulars, a good sign. You will read that others have experienced less courtesy. I have not been there when it is packed or during dinner so maybe my experience is an exception. But if you want something a little less hectic, with less upselling, and without the street crazies in your face then head up to this place and relax a little. read more

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Excellent service at Le Pichet. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful with recommendations and navigating the menu. The food was ok. My date really enjoyed the muscles, and my skirt-steak was prepared well, though the portion was smaller than I expected. The potato-leek soup was excellent, but the charcuterie we ordered as an appetizer had a variety of different meats - most of which weren't to our liking. The restaurant is small, but very cute. If it's busy, you might feel like you're having dinner with strangers because theirs limited space between tables - which makes having conversations a bit tricky if you have a guest or date. I would recommend looking at the menu online before going to the restaurant, so you have an idea of what things are... and, if you're looking for a quiet spot to take a guest and/or a date, perhaps go during a slower time of day. read more

Fantastic little spot, great cocktails and food. It's a special spot for my wife and I, I do wish we could make a reservation without calling during business hours read more

The best part was the wine. Food was ok. Service also ok. Super French. Super authentic. Ambiance is very traditional old French. Would try again for dinner. read more

Incredible gem, have heard from many it's a long time classic of the area. Everything from the ambience to the service was just cozy, welcoming and one of a kind. The menu is very straightforward and curated so every single item is of the highest quality. I think the charcuterie, French onion soup and quiche were respectively #1, top 10, and #1 in each category for me. I can't wait to return next time I'm in town. Special thanks to our server who was so kind and served with a special flourish that made an ordinary outing into something extraordinary. 5/5 read more

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Lovely place with a classy staff that cares about dedication to all things French! I found it by accident on a visit to Seattle and I'll definitely be going back, next time there. read more

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We were able to walk in at 5:30 on a Saturday and still get an outdoor seat! The weather and vibes were great. We had martinis, house made meats and then some delicious cheeses. We also enjoyed some wine while we watched the day go by. Perfect evening! read more

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Hands down one of the best French restaurants I've ever been to. I chose here to go for a team dinner, and we all still talk about how amazing this meal was! Apart from thoroughly enjoying every bite, the atmosphere was classic Parisenne - cozy, intimate, and warm. If you only remember one thing from this review, it's this: DO NOT skip out on the chocolat chaud! Rich and chocolately, you'll savor every sip. read more

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Excellent food and service. It's been a while since I've been here but not much has changed and that's good. They are up front about the 20% service charge. I will tip less than I normally do as the owners claim to use it to take care of the staff. I hope that's true or it's unfair to the help. I would suggest a statement saying tipping isn't necessary to be totally clear. read more

Came here after The Pink Door was full and had a nice experience! The place had a chill vibe, and they gave us complementary bread and butter before our main dishes. We ordered a steak cooked medium rare and a salad--both were pretty decent. Overall, enjoyed the meal! read more

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Really great place to ask your hinge date to take you to before you run up the bill and ghost him. His pork chop special was good but I'm still waiting for them to bring back the pork and white bean special. Make sure to ask for refills of bread read more

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TOO NOISY! Sound level was beyond deafening! OK, it was a Friday night and the restaurant was full (including several loud tables), so perhaps it's not always like this. But it made for a very unpleasant experience. We stayed for the first round of drinks and charcuterie plate (which was pretty good), but then bailed before even ordering our main dishes. Yes, it was that loud and that miserable. Also worth noting that the lauded French onion soup gets pulled from the menu during the warmer spring and summer seasons. read more

I've loved this place since I first visited in 2005 when I first moved to Seattle. Fantastic food, cozy environs, changing menu items. Love it! Here's to another 20+ read more

Food was delicious and the service was excellent. Small intimate setting Recommend . Good martini also read more

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We attended "A Christmas Carol" earlier this month and prior to the play we tooled around Pike Place, the Waterfront, and then had lunch here. The meal was outstanding with one person getting a sandwich and the other 4 getting the French Onion Soup. read more

Found the perfect wine bar for date night or catching up with friends! My friend and I made a reservation for Friday night at 8pm. We wanted somewhere to grab a couple glasses of wine and chat and this was the perfect place! Service was great; our server was very attentive and gave us great recs! There are street parking available and some paid lots nearby and super close to pike place market. We ordered a charcuterie plate (petite $13) and asked for chef's selection because we couldn't choose! Prices are really reasonable here; we started with a glass ($9) of l'Ameillaud Côtes du Rhône 2018 each and we regretted not ordering the whole bottle. It paired so well with the chef's selection of meats and the complimentary baguette (comes with mustard and butter). I can't wait to come back and try their food next time. read more

Le Pichet - Charcuterie- petite $13 (chef's selection). Côtes du Rhône - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington