Stopped by for lunch since the line was not very long. Great sandwiches. I had the Poblano Roast Beef and it was very good. Everything was fresh. Did not try anything else but it all looked good. For a Pike Place eatery the value is pretty good also. I will be back. read more

Me and the boy got some sandwiches from Michou before our flight back to California. &loved it so much we were daydreaming about them the whole trip back! I love that you can order half a sandwich if you aren't too hungry, that option is fantastic for the females who are scared of growing kankles. The sandwiches themselves are filling and decently priced! There are so many options, perfect for a picky eater. They have other offerings other than sandwiches that all look equally deicious. The donuts are amazaballs! I got the tuscan chicken.. YUM. The boy ordered the Caesar chicken and bacon... obviously I tried his sandwich.. and the drool is pooling in my mouth as I type this. That sandwich was heaven. I'm beyond disappointed that I don't live in Seattle, I'd seriously like to try all the different sandwiches they offer. I wonder if they ship.. read more

Oh Hearty Pork Soup- your glorious broth strengthen me....well done! Turkey Bacon sandwich was great too. Stand in line....order food....pay....go....very simple. Smelled great inside as well! read more

Places like this resulted in the phrase "Good things come to those who wait." I think what is meant by that is that if something is pretty good, but you wait awhile for it, it's pretty great by the time you get it. Michou is that, good, but a long wait, and different shaped flat sandwiches that are great once you get them. If there was no wait, they might just stay good. I had the BBQ Pork mostly because I couldn't see all the options, but the joint is a great place to grab a sandwich in the market. Local and cool. read more

What a fantastic place for lunch. Like others have said, the 1/2 sandwich and salad/soup deal is a bargain, especially compared to some of the other options downtown. The roast brussel's sprouts and the pea/pasta salad were great sides, and served in generous portions. Sierra chicken was my favorite of the few sandwiches I have tried so far, but none disappointed. Very highly recommended! read more

What a delicious spot to pick up lunch! I can't believe I haven't been coming to Michou all this time. I had their tuna melt and it was awesome. I am not usually a tuna melt kind of gal, but the provolone was perfect on this. I was kind of unsure of what to get, because they had so many choices--salads, sandwiches, pasta... I think it just means I will have to be back, and that's fine with me. Also, I almost didn't stop in because there was an absurdly long line and I couldn't tell what they carried. However, I am glad that I did wait because the line moved quickly and as I moved with the line I was able to decide what I wanted, so it was perfect. read more

Really great lunch spot! They feature quite the selection of sandwiches that they grill right when you order. For 7 bucks you can get a half sandwich and one of their outstanding pasta salads. I'd recommend the crispy chicken, caesar chicken w/ bacon, or sierra chicken sandwiches. And their orchiette pasta salad is VERY tasty. Seating is somewhat limited so if you come during a busy hour prepare to take it to go. read more

The Portobello Sandwich is my favorite!!! The large portobello sandwich has a very large mushroom that is very delicious. Enjoy fresh greens and soft fresh bread. read more

There are lots of great food options around the market place - and sometimes this place gets overlooked. It's unfortunate because the sandwiches here are delicious! I've been here several times but in my most recent outing I had the sierra chicken sandwich. Sliced chicken meat, Gouda cheese, red onion, leafy greens, a couple of roasted tomatoes with some spread that I can't remember. Sandwich was delicious, warmed all the way through and cost no more than $7 or $8 bucks after tax. I can't remember exactly but it's not too expensive especially considering the touristy surroundings. The line was at the door but moved fairly quickly. Two workers behind the counter, one managing the orders and the other cashing out customers. Both were friendly and courteous - in and out in less than 5 minutes for me. This and the piroshky joint next door are on my radar every time I walk over to the market. read more

I must have walked past this place a hundred times and never even thought about going in. I came to the market for the cheese festival and searched yelp for a deliciously cheap place to grab lunch and this one was the winner. Got a chicken and goat cheese 1/2 sandwich & a small chicken tzatziki salad all for only $6!! There were so many other things I wanted to try like all their pasta salads, baklava, italian doughnuts. I wanted to go back for seconds but it was just too crowded because of the festival going on. This is definitely on my list of places to get back to. My only complaint is that the sandwich could have had more meat but maybe I'm just a meat head :/ read more

Michou - Grilled onions were to die for - Delis Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Good sandwiches and soup! Everything looks fresh! My new spot to get a quick lunch in the market! read more

Michou - Delis Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of my favorite places in Seattle which I think many people don't know about. I stopped by here while walking through Pike place and didn't see a line out the door so didn't expect much. But I was pleasantly surprised. You can either get a sandwich (easily a dozen varieties) or make your own bowl with many many different ingredients, all of which looked delicious and inviting. The girlfriend got a salad bowl and I got half a chicken sandwich. Excellent food and very tasty. It's actually pretty cheap. read more

Good food + reasonable priced + fast service + friendly service = Michou Fresca. You walk in and see a whole counter filled with pre-made sandwiches, salads, pizza (just ok, stick with the sandwiches), baked spuds, soups and pasta dishes along with a few dessert items. It is easy to be overwhelmed by all of the choices so do like I do. I pick 1/2 of a sandwich that you know and love, and the other 1/2 of something new. Chances are you will end up with a whole sandwich that you love. Oh, and the price is just around $6.00 so you can eat well on the cheap. Enjoy! read more

On the afternoon I went there Michou was what I was looking for. A decently priced sandwich shop (approx $6/sandwich) with good crunchy on the outside and soft on the middle bread (I had her make mine into a panini). I got the roast beef with poblano peppers; if was very tasty with just enough spice. My only complaint was the amount of lettuce on my sandwich. It's probably just me, since I typically like my sandwiches sans lettuce. It was however, the spring mix kind, so I think that counts as a veggie serving right? We also got the beingets, which are a real steal. You get 4 beingets for $1.50. Now why would you want to pass that up? I would, however, suggest the orange version over the cinnamon sugar. read more

This would probably be a 4-star review if the service here wasn't so abysmal. The blue-haired, smug-faced creature who was working the counter during my visit literally had the personality of a flesh eating disease. If I wanted my lunch served by an indifferent, walking attitude, I could just go to my mother's house. Aside from that, the food at Michou is perfectly delightful. Food: Michou is a deli with offerings that include sandwiches, soups, salads, and desserts. Everything is prepared daily from scratch using locally-sourced ingredients. The sandwiches are all pre-made in the deli case, along with various desserts and several dozen different prepared salads that can be purchased by the pound. During my visit, I opted for the chicken and goat cheese sandwich and a peanut butter cookie. The sandwich was flavorful and the ingredients were fresh, but I would have preferred if it had been been served slightly warmer - it was heated on a panini press prior to serving, but the center was still quite cold. In contrast, the cookie was impeccable. Service: Although efficient, the girl who assisted me was less than pleasant. There was no salutation upon entry or acknowledgment of my "thank you"; however, she was capable of mustering out a huff when I couldn't make an immediate decision on what to order. I can certainly understand that storefronts in the market get inundated with countless tourists, but it's also important to remember where your bread is buttered. Atmosphere: Michou is organized in standard deli fashion - all the prepared foods are stored in glass cases that line the entire side wall. There is limited seating in the front and far back, but it's restricted to high-top counters and stools. Michou can be accessed from both inside the market and via the street (Pike Place). Cost: Reasonably priced for the quality of the food and the location. Sandwiches are $6/whole and $3/half, soups are $3/small, $3.50/medium, and $4.25/large, and salads are $3.75/small and $6.50/large. Mixed salads are all $7.50/pound. Other: Michou is open daily from 9AM-5PM. It is located in Seattle's historic Pike Place Market - on Pike Place in between Stewart and Virginia Streets. Parking is available in the Market's garage, which is located on Western Avenue ($3/hour). All major credit cards are accepted. read more

The line is long, but the sandwiches are great! The pulled pork sandwich is spicy, tender and full of flavor. Very meat-y, so share with a friend, or plan two meals! The pesto chicken sandwich is another winner, but the bread was a bit stale on that one- if they offer to grill it, take them up on it because it makes a HUGE difference! Salads are not as great as the sandwiches. Two times when I picked up a salad, some of the ingredients were not very fresh: brown artichokes, rotten cherry tomatoes, wilted lettuce, etc. The vinaigrette dressings are unbelievably salty, and the salads are better without them. The last time I had a salad there, I walked all of the way down to the pier, sat down to enjoy my lunch, opened up my salad box and there was a long dark hair burrowed in all of the toppings. Ugh. Immediately lost my appetite. Closed the box up, walked all the way back to the store, waited in line again, and they switched it out for another salad, but it was just not that great... Moral of the story: Go to Michou Fresca, wait in line, buy a delicious sandwich, bring a pal to share with, do not order a salad, and check your food before you walk a half mile away! read more

I defy anyone to find a better, tastier bargain. $7.15 diet coke, Sierra chicken sandwich, sitting on a bar stool people watching the "steady stream" of people walking in front of the window!! Oh yeah, did it on Sunday so parking was free!!!! read more

Wow, the sandwiches here are quite large and the initial sticker shock just blew me away! Seven dollars for a sandwich that will feed me twice? SEVEN? A number so small I had to write it out rather than use the decimal form?! They serve Panini's here that can (and should) be flat pressed with their sandwich maker. I was reading some reviews on here and I got the Sierra Chicken ... I also asked for some Marinated Mushrooms because truthfully, those were what drew me into this place. Sad day for me, however, as it turns out the mushrooms were no longer available. I think it's a seasonal item? Aren't mushrooms always in season? Anyways, the Sierra Chicken was quite delicious and the service was awesome. I'll definitely add this place on my go-to list when I am in Pike Place! read more

Another Pike Place must! Another shop with long lines for people in the know. They had me at corn salad is all I can say. But their garlicky pastas deserve a standing ovation as well. I cannot say that I have ever been disappointed as I get the same things every time but I can say they are consistent at their execution of each dish. read more

Best place to go for lunch at Seattle. I work 8 blocks away from Pikes Place and make a visit at least once or twice a week, and this is easily my go to spot. VERY affordable soups, sandwiches, salads, and pastas. I have tried at least 2/3 of everything they offer and I have yet to come across one bad dish. Everything in Pike Place gets jammed packed with tourists like Piroshky Piroshky, Beecher's, and for good reasons, but Michou still appears to be the place to go for locals! Definitely worth giving it a try. read more

Michou has great sandwiches. I love sandwiches. Like... A lot. They're kind of a one-man show, even when they have more than one person working the grill or register or whatever implement requiring operation. It can get a little slow, but their food is amazing. Great little spot to stop in and grab a bite when you're meandering through Pike place market. read more

So the Lady Vader and I went to knock another item off the Foodie 100 list, choosing the Sierra Chicken Sandwich from Michou Castellino's. Which, according to Google Maps, TomTom, Yoda, and a search engine, indicated was right next to Pike Place. When I asked that little green punk where exactly, all he did was chortle and say "If it is chicken you seek, a place with feathers, you must find". Can someone please get this guy a copy of Rosetta Stone so he can work on his grammar structure already? So we get to Pike Place....no Castellino's as we walk up the cobblestone one way and down the other. We walk again. No Castellino's. We walk THROUGH Pike Place. No Castellino's. I sacrifice 4 virgins and hire an Indian Spirit Guide. No Castellino's. I call upon The Force to guide me. No Castellino's. I Force Choke one of those "Seattle Ambassadors" until he gives me information, because I wasn't aware their whole job was to give information (incidentally, how much do we pay for those guys?! I thought we were broke?). With his dying gasp, he informs me that it's not Michou Castellino's anymore - now it's just Michou. From there we find it quite easily. In retrospect, it shouldn't have been that difficult. After all, this entire Foodie list is going to places that have long lines. We should have just been looking for places with sandwiches that had a line of people stretching out the door. After a considerable wait, we grab 2 of those sandwiches, a grape leaf wrap, and some other snack I can't recall. It was a number of weeks ago we went, but my review has been delayed because my deadbeat cousin Garth Vader hacked my Yelp password and was trying to use my name recognition to score chicks. Bastard. The Sierra chicken sandwiches are quite good. They're fresh, they're large, they're obviously made with quality ingredients. There's just a little bit of heat to them, but it quickly blends into a nice velvety flavour with the rest of the dish. They have a nice balance to them and don't feel heavy. This last point is important because this outfit is already quite the burden to carry around, let alone while feeling like I've gained 9 pounds by eating something. Service was friendly - almost so friendly that I forgot that I waited in line for 20 minutes for a sandwich. Almost. I had to Choke one of the workers to serve as an example for the rest. Seating was non-existent, but this ultimately wasn't too much of a big deal. It loses a point because of the long lines, the limited seating, and the fact that those grape wraps weren't all that good. But all in all, a good sandwich if you're in the area and trying to watch your calorie intake. 4 Deathstars. read more

This is a fantastic 8-5 lunch spot in Pike's Place! The lines here can be pretty long but they move quickly, and the food (and price) is worth the short wait. I recommend the Sierra Chicken Sandwich and the Cauliflower with Goat Cheese.... delicious! read more

MUST HAVE!! The paninis are killer and the soup definitely hit the spot! I tried the sierra chicken sandwich, the mozarella miso tofu, and the brazilian shrimp soup. Also tried the rustic kale soup and that was delicious. Seriously, everything looked great though and judging by these reviews, it all tastes just as good as it looks. :) read more

Be still my heart - food to go that is nummy and totally cheap!! This place had me at baked potatoe! Seriously, why are baked taters lacking in Seattle? You can get a huge loaded baked tater with butter, sour cream, chives, cheese and bacon for $4! They also have the greatest roasted brussel sprouts! Be prepared to stand in line though if you get there after noon. Although it goes somewhat fast you might get up to the front and find your favorite dish sold out. read more

If you're up for a sandwich for lunch at pike place, I'd recommend this place. They have a ton of sandwiches to choose from ( I was kind of overwhelmed with all the options in the display) and you can't really go wrong with what you choose. If your personality is like mine and you hate making a decision without seeing everything on the menu, I would recommend reading the menu online before you go because it can get pretty busy and the line needs to keep moving; no room for indecisiveness here! I got the portobello sandwich and really enjoyed it. It's a small place so seating is limited. They have a small area in the back (a counter with stools) that could fit 3-4 people. read more

Michou - Portobello sandwich - Delis Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I live by Pike Place and having tried almost all the food joints there, Michou is my constant go to: fresh food, fast service and really, really good value for what you get. I usually get the Sierra Chicken with a side of small kale salad read more

My god, this place. I fantasize about it when I'm away from Seattle. Well do I remember my first sandwich here: chicken and goat cheese with sun dried tomatoes and pesto aioli. After the first bite I actually stopped in the middle of the street because I was paralyzed by joy. I'm surprised a car didn't hit me and if it had, I'd have died a happy woman. This sandwich was, simply put, perfect. The slight crunch of the toasted bread mixing with the tenderness of the chicken and just the right amount of tangy cheese. Bliss, my friends, bliss. And if I have seen another place of this caliber that charges five bucks for a sandwich, may lightning strike me (which is altogether possible during Seattle summers). Bless you, Michou. read more

My love affair with Michou is lustful but complicated. I want to love you, and I do... Mostly! I work just around the corner, so I've gone to Michou probably... 10 times in the past two months. Every day, Michou has a wide selection of "market" dishes, which you can buy in half pint or pint containers (a.k.a small or large, for us plebeians), in addition to pre-made salads, sandwiches, baked potatoes, etc. I hear the sandwiches are great, and they seem to look like a great deal! However, my guts become a terrible monster if I eat gluten. Henceforth, I've grown increasingly attached to the broccoli bacon salad, as well as the butternut squash + cooked apples. Now, Michou, I have loved you unfalteringly, but last time, I got my usual broccoli bacon salad, pesto chicken salad, and squash/apple combo... and the broccoli tasted wooooo-bad. As in, I took a few bites and despite my voracious hunger, pushed it away (very sadly, I might add.) My co-worker also noted that her broccoli bacon salad was no good, and we returned them for some sort of weird half-ish refund. I will say my love for Michou has not puttered out, but it's not as blindingly bright as it once was. I now tread lightly. I haven't returned. I'm a little hesitant, even though I want to come back. Le sigh. First world problems. read more

I've been going to michou since long before I became a yelper and one of the reasons I love this place, and I'm sure many others would agree, is that they do things a little different. Their sandwiches and salads are very creative and new, definitely different from your run of the mill sandwhich shop. The prices have definitely gone up over the years but I still think it's a a great deal for what you get and I have never been dissatisfied. Some of my recommendations include: the roasted Brussels sprouts, earl grey shortbread cookies, and the Thai beef and Tuscan chicken sandwiches. Definitely stop by if you haven't before, the line is usually shorter than most places in the market. read more

This place is a really nice deli with a great variety of healthy foods. I got the arugula mushroom couscous, broccoli, and salmon. So healthy. My friend got artichoke chicken soup, kale salad, broccoli and portobello sandwich. They were all very yummy. We got all this for only $24. The nice thing about this place is that you can choose to order half pound of things, so you can try some of each and not order the whole pound. You can also order half a sandwich. There are also free samples. Today, the free sample was this raspberry brownie which was very delicious. It is difficult to find the self control to not order all the food because they look so yummy. There are baked goods, sweets, salads, meats, fishes, soups, almost anything you can think of. All for a reasonable price. read more

Michou - Arugula couscous, salmon, broccoli - Delis Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The best place for a quick lunch and if you want to try cool different foods that you're just too lazy to make! They have a huge variety of sandwiches and sooooo addcting! Sierra chicken and smoked salmon have been the best sandwiches I've tried so far out of the three I've tried... The reuben was a little too salty for me but I think that's a regular Reuben.. ALSO the pickle is 1.00 but it's so juicy and delicious! One of the best I've eaten! I must go there again soon! I'm so sad I found this place so late!! ***dont get fooled by the pizza in the front... Walk into the store, thats where alll the yummy food is at... Omggg everyone must go!!!!!!! read more

Michou is damn good for good prices. Better come here for lunch though, as with most of the market they're not open late. They have soups, sandwiches, pastas, salads, and desserts. Michou is one of those places where everything looks good, and everything I've tried has been. My absolute favorite is the chicken Caesar bacon sandwich. You can order half or a whole sandwich or salad, and mix & match. My husband loves Greek food and got it every time. The desserts are awesome on their own. The espresso shortbread cookie is perfect! The soups vary, and I was so in love with the sandwiches that I never tried them. The line does go out the door but I promise it's worth it. Get ready for that food coma. I'd really like to give five stars because this really is one of the coolest places to get lunch in Seattle, but with the crows and craziness, my order has been wrong a couple times. Not too many places to sit (and you probably won't want to-it gets warm in here with so many people) so take it with you and sit outside somewhere. read more

I was so ready to love this place. Everyone else seems to, and what's not to love about a grilled panini? I ordered the sundried tomato, pesto & brie sandwich and a wild rice, cranberry & walnut salad and my boyfriend got the portabello mushroom. Apart from the warmth, which was comforting on a cold day, the sandwich was bland and greasy. The salad tasted overwhelmingly of vinegar and little else. I don't consider myself a picky eater at all, but I found nothing noteworthy about this place. Maybe if I ate meat or tried one of the soups or another dish I'd feel differently, but for $8 I've had better lunches. read more

Despite the fact that I was having a LOT of trouble eating... due to Novacaine induced paralysis of my lower left jaw/chin/tongue, the Sierra Chicken Sandwich (off of the 100 list!) lived up to its reputation. I'm not sure if it was the juicy chicken, the crunchy bacon, or the delicious sauce, but combined they became a lovely taste of heaven between two perfectly grilled slices of delicious bread. I am definitely looking forward to trying all their other sandwiches in the future. Although this may be difficult, since I'll just want to keep ordering the Sierra... SHOOT! How will I pick?!? read more

Delicious and wallet-friendly! I had the Roast Beef & Gorgonzola sandwich and it definitely did not disappoint! While the long can be quite lengthy, they move quickly and provide one of the most amazing meals at PIke Place. Highly recommend! read more

I love this place and have been coming even before they were Michou's! My favorites are the panini's. They are always perfectly grilled so that they are crusty on the outside and melted on the inside and have lots of great stuff inside them. They are reasonable too. I also love the marinated eggplant and just tried the macaroni and cheese bake for the first time the other day ( I loved it!). This is a great place to grab a bite for lunch or to grab take out for dinner. One of my favorite places to stop at the market! read more

Incredible "sandwich" at an incredible price with incredible selection. Man...this place is certainly a "must stop" in the Market. My personal favorite on a few tries was the Poblano Roast Beef. If you are with a friend, order two different sandwiches for a perfect split. read more

I admit it. I hate veggies. From the time I learned to push them around my with my other dinner items to pacify my "clean your plate" mother, I have found creative ways to avoid them. And at the top of that list? Brussel Sprouts. Ick. That was until the very adorable redheaded guy at Michou somehow convinced this veggie boycotting gal to try one of the braised brussel sprouts or whatever they are called. They are now basically my favorite food in all the world. I've tried time and time again to make them myself (imagine the shock on my mom's face when she found them in my fridge) but they just don't taste the same! I've had some of the other food and it's ok, good stuff for a little walk in deli/bistro place. Great location if you live or work downtown and can walk...not so much if you have to park there. read more

Michou is by far my favorite place downtown to grab a sandwich, salad and bignet! Not only is the selection of sandwiches and salads plentiful and ever changing, but the price is reasonable compared to one of the many sammie chains in the area. Beware: lines do get long in the summer with all the tourists in town. I personally have never waited past the front door but I'm pretty sure the food is worth the wait (similar to Piroshki Piroshki right next door to it) read more