Hidden Gem! View, food, and staff were all terrific. View: grab a window seat and you'll enjoy Seattle's iconic waterfront view, the beach and the Great Wheel, without being squeezed in with tourists. If the timing is right, the sunset makes it even better. Food: great selection of wine and French cuisine. The mussels with baguette were a highlight. Staff: attentive and warm. My companion and I enjoyed every minute. One heads-up: the location is tucked away enough that we had to call for directions. A true hidden gem. read more

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Maybe the best sunset view at Pike Place. My friend and I were able to get a table on the patio on a sunny seattle day, can't beat it! The view was spectacular and the patio was super cute. The service was amazing. Our server was attentive and made some great suggestions. We had a few different seafood dishes and all tasted fresh, well prepared, and flavorful. read more

Place Pigalle - View - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I have been here on and off and feel incredibly conflicted about this place. Because the food is mostly very good but the chronic endless wait kills it for me. Think 45 min + between starter and main. What's worse is that slow service is their philosophy .... a slow, not rushed dinner philosophy, outlined in a novel on the first page of the menu. And therein lies the rub....to me it's offensively painful to wait this long...after all I'm there because im hungry. Maybe it works for others, you be the judge. But my rating stays true to my expectations and the lackluster service model here dominates my rather luke warm feelings. read more

This was a really cool experience and I've enjoyed this restaurant a lot compared to other restaurants in the market. The view and ambiance is very good, making it great for a nice dinner or romantic outing. The service was very attentive and prompt. The food was overall quite good, but this is on the high end of the price range and I wouldn't be coming back frequently with the price tag. The oysters and baguette were fabulous. I liked the mussels but we both felt the sauce was a bit intense. Both our entrees were good. I would highly recommend the scratch lemonade! read more

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Just came back for the first time in over 30 years, and it feels like it hasn't changed at all although the view now has things that weren't there before such as the Great Wheel. But the room is still super cozy, and takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the market to a cute cafe in France. I started off with a cup of their saffron clam chowder which is actually more like a bisque. Either way, it's delicious and also a bit lighter than a traditional chowder with just a hint of saffron. I also ordered their duck confit, which is what I probably ordered last time. It was cooked perfectly and placed atop butternut squash purée and apples. It paired well with a glass of PNW pinot noir and is true comfort food. Service was delightful - staff who smiled and were happy, all on a sunny spring day for lunch. The place fills up quickly so it's better to make a reservation, just in case. It's a little pricey for lunch (no separate lunch menu), but well worth a visit for any meal. I'll definitely be back much sooner for visit number 3! read more

Place Pigalle - Saffron clam chowder - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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All I can say is WOW! I've been to Paris and the country side of france, and this restaurant really gives me similar vibes. The food is amazing, and the service is excellent. Hannah and Mike were both attentive and helpful with suggestions. We had the pate , bitter greens with beans, oysters, lamb rack, French onion soup, cheesecake and coffee. Mike made a great recommendation for the red wine to go with the lamb as well. Everything we had was noticeably good. There was nothing that was just OK. Overall, I'd definitely recomment this place. The ambience is reminiscent of france, the service is amazing, and the food is beyond good. I'm already planning who I'm going to bring here next. read more

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This is definitely one of the better restaurants in Pike Place Market, with a nice view of the sound. We started with some oysters, which were very fresh, and the Calamari Dijonnaise, which we found the cream sauce overwhelming. The Black Cod and Salmon special were perfectly seasoned and well prepared. Service overall was great, with one big exception. I had let the host know that we were celebrating my wife's birthday, but when the dessert we ordered, Crème Brulée, arrived, the server completely dropped the ball and didn't light a candle for her. We also found it to be overwhelmingly sweet and not particularly exciting. Overall, we enjoyed our experience, and will consider returning again. read more

Really small and super neat place. We stopped for a snack after roaming around the marketplaces and water front. Love the history of the location and enjoyed reading the back of the menu with the details. We ordered the bread which was so good as well as the French onion soup and clam chowder. It took a bit to get the soups as the place was busy and the kitchen is microscopic but they were both very tasty. read more

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The place was crowded since it's at good location in the middle of the Market Place, you need to park somewhere else to walk to the restaurant. The service was courteous. We ordered Seasonal Mixed Greens, Liver Pâté, Saffron Clam Chowder, Daily Salmon Special, and "Maple Leaf" Duck Confi. The salad was fresh and fine, the liver pate was not soft neither creamy as good as we had in recent trip to europe, I am very disappointed even I knew its duck and rabbit liver. The clam chowder was good and creamy, Saffron added a bit flavor on it. The salmon is okay but hardly to compare real Alaska fresh salmon since we just got off board from Alaska trip. Finally, it's the famous French signature dish duck confit, I can give it 6 of 10, the outside was not crispy enough and inside is not tender, the purée and sauce was okay. read more

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I finally droopped in for lunch with my friend after ignoring all of the little cafes and restaurants inside the actual market for years. I'm so glad I did! We shared the French Onion soup and OMG it was just as divine as everyone claimed it would be in the reviews. Next we shared the halibut and the pot du creme. Everything was prepared just right and presented beautifully. The service was very good. We felt seen by our server without being bothered at innopportune times. I am thinking about that soup now and feeling hungry - I know I'll be back there soon to quell that tummy growl! The reason this place didn't hit on all points was that the front door to the restaurant is awkwardly down the stairs and past the people dining on the patio, perched above the street below. It was awkward both getting to the entrance and again when we left. I get that they want to maximize table space but the outdoor patio just ended up looking messy/cramped, and not like a classy French bistro, transported in time/geography. read more

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I've wanted to return to this intimate restaurant behind the hubbub of the fish mongers in Pike Place Market for many years. There are a few tables outside on a ledge before the entrance, but I was seated inside at a table next to a window facing Northwest, giving me a great view of the harbor. I opted for the warm beet salad ($19) and the duck confit (33). I left it to Nate (my server) to choose a white wine for the salad and a red to accompany the duck. He chose a 2024 Bordeaux Blanc from Chateau de Costis ($14) and a 2021 Pinot Noir from Coria Estates ($17, Willamette Valley). These are inexpensive wines, but they matched well with my dishes. The warm red and gold beets atop arugula, with candied walnuts, goat cheese from Cypress Grove, and a lemon-Dijon vinaigrette was perfect! The "Maple Leaf" Duck Confit was a crispy duck leg atop a butternut squash puree, with pieces of apple, some arugula and a cider gastrique was one of the best duck dishes in memory. Dessert was an espresso and an affogato. I realized when I returned home that Nate didn't charge me for the dessert ... Perhaps it was an oversight, but I'd like to think it was his way of apologizing for the lack of service initially. He mistakenly thought I was waiting for someone to join me, so I sat in the restaurant for quite a while initially. Whatever the case, I enjoyed my time at Place Pigalle and look forward to returning. read more

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The food was NOT worth the $100 pp we spent. If it wasn't for the fig jelly, the duck and boring potato wedges would be bland. This establishment also automatically tacks on 15% gratuities...ouch. I have no issues paying high prices for a meal, but it should at least Wow me. Even the escargot was bland! The restaurant atmosphere and staff were nice, but I go to restaurants for the food taste. read more

Special occasion done and done!! Very special treatment for a friend's birthday. Beautiful food with very special wine, 2010 McCrea Mouvedrea which is very rare small winery. read more

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After looking at the reviews that this was a small place, we made a reservation and made our way over to Pike Place. When you get to the famous famous fish market, look for the red neon sign and walk down that narrow hallway until it ends- you can't miss it! Inside is just like your typical French bistro. A cozy space, with amazing views if you can get a table by the window. The service is amazing, our host and server were super friendly and attentive. We really enjoyed our meal! We had bouillabaisse, scallops, and duck for our entrees. Everything was prepared well- the seafood was cooked just right and my niece really enjoyed her duck. The meal was on the higher end of our visit and it was well worth it! We look forward to coming back. read more

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Not sure why this place doesn't have higher ratings. Such a cute place, absolutely adored our server. She gave great suggestions and the food was amazing. Will definetly be coming back. read more

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We found Place Pigalle on Yelp and we are happy to report we loved it. We were seated immediately upon arrival at a cozy table for two with an awesome view. We both ordered the Peach Pagalle which was refreshing and very tasty. I ordered the escargot and my hubby ordered the warm beet salad. The escargot was flavored with fennel which gave the butter a great taste when you dipped the bread in it. The bread is another story altogether. I only let my husband have two small pieces because once I tasted it I kept the rest to myself. The warm beet salad was bursting with flavor and the lemon-Dijon vinaigrette was perfect. We really enjoyed our lunch and Thurston, our server, was very attentive and friendly. We highly recommend Place Pigalle! read more

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It was an outstanding dish. It was our very first and it was amazing :) Staff were very pleasant and accommodating . It's a very small restaurant yet overlooking the ocean, great view indeed :) If you are planning to eat here , they are located at Pike's market . I definitely recommend this restaurant. You guys try it:) We prolly go back .. read more

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Amazing date night spot!! We went to place pigalle for a weekday date night and it was everything I expected and more! The service was amazing! The oysters were very fresh and the meat was ten read more

Food was good. Service was excellent. There was a beautiful view. But it was a little pricey. Not on the top of my Seattle eats list, but decent restaurant overall. read more

Place Pigalle - Bouillabaisse - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Heard about the incredible view, and came for dinner on a Sunday evening. The main dining room is small, but not at all cramped. For appetizers, we had the Bitter Greens and Beans salad, the liver pâté with traditional accompaniments (caper berries, apples, mixed greens, cornichons, mustard, and bread with refills!), and the steamed mussels. Would highly recommend the mussels, the salad was a sleeper hit, and would pass on the liver next time. For entrees, we had the lamb, venison, and duck breast dishes--loved that all seemed to come with seasonal sides. The mash accompanying the venison tasted like it had an entire stick of butter in it, in the best way. Service was excellent. The tables are way too small to have more than one shared dish in the center but we made do lol. I'll also note that we were celebrating a birthday but did not receive anything for it. There is a 5 percent "service fee", and I agree with everyone else on this discourse... just raise your prices? read more

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Beautiful restaurant with a view! Great date night spot, very intimate and staff were friendly. Unfortunately the food was VERY salty for us... to the point where we couldn't even finish the chowder, pasta or chicken sandwich. Not sure if we just had an off day or what happened but there's no way people think that amount of salt is normal?? Shame IG: Spillingthe.beans read more

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Place Pigalle was recommended by a friend, and bouillabaisse was on the menu, so I was excited at the prospect of enjoying a great meal. However, I was disappointed. Three of the four in our party (including me) ordered the bouillabaisse, and the fourth ordered salad and French onion soup. None of it was stellar (details below), and the restaurant was very, very, very, LOUD, which also hampered our enjoyment. (The music volume was very low, but voices were very loud - by the time we left, the hostess was literally shouting to be heard by the table she was seating.) The salad was too salty but the French onion soup was good. (I had a taste, and it was very rich - in a good way.) The bouillabaisse was a tasty seafood soup, but the fish was overcooked (perhaps the hot broth overcooked it, in which case the fish should have been less well done when added to the broth). Also, it was not like any bouillabaisse I've ever had: the broth was a simple tomato base, with no depth of flavor. I did not taste saffron (or any other herbs). Also, I was surprised by the potatoes, as the bouillabaisse I previously had did not include potatoes (although this is apparently a valid ingredient in some recipes). Overall, this was not a great dining experience, especially considering the noise and the cost. It's unlikely that I would return for another meal here. read more

Went for our anniversary. The server with dessert gave us a candle and a piece of chocolate that said Happy Anniversary on it. Cute! Always love the market and keep track of where the tile is that I bought when we were courting decades ago, show my wife each time we are there! Meal was fine but $50.00 for an entree is painful but apparently normal nowadays. I tipped 10% pretax and pre 5% surcharge because the restaurant chooses to impose an additional surcharge. I will always call this out and it will always detract from the experience of dining out when additional fees are imposed. And I will always reduce my tip accordingly and my tip is 15%, not the newly assumed 20. Not to mention that in Seattle the minimum wage was upped as a form of "living wage" and there is no tip credit. So to sum up - good food, good atmosphere, nice and competent staff, but aversive price maneuvers like far too many in town. At least they did not pop a POS system in my face and tell me it was going to ask me a question. read more

Ate mid-day meal 2 days in a row & both were fantastic!! Views, service & food amazing & not nearly as crowded as other areas of Pikes Place. read more

Very charming space, and food was delicious. Appreciated that the music wasn't obnoxious and loud. My one complaint is that the server was over-familiar with my party. It's great to have a friendly server -- I appreciate that. However, this server kept staying too long at our table and trying to make lengthy conversation, which cut into our time together. She also kept insisting that we should take a photo together, and we never asked for a photo. It was awkward and weird. A tip to servers: don't offer to take photos of patrons. You don't know the context of the occassion, and it's inappropriate. If a patron ASKS you to take a photo, fine. But don't OFFER. Very uncomfortable and it made our meal weird. read more

We had a surprisingly great time here. We arrived for lunch but without reservations but despite most of the restaurant being reserved for a party later they were able to accommodate us right at the bar and that ended up being a highlight. We chatted with the bartender while enjoying multiple wines and dishes. The portion sizes were perfect. Great location. read more

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Had such a wonderful experience here. I ordered the French onion soup, it was superb. Very cheesy, the bread was delicious, the crostini was on point, broth hit home, tons of onions that were properly cooked down. I was sat near a window and I could choose where I wanted to be which was nice. I also ended my meal with a nice espresso. The price was solid especially being in a touristy part of town. My server(s) were attentively but not too in my face. I'd recommend checking it out. But good luck finding the place if you don't go to their website. (Great touch putting the directions there first thing btw!) read more

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First time visiting Place Pigalle and overall was impressed. The restaurant is small and tucked just behind the fish market, I've probably walked by it a dozen times and didn't know it was there. They have a few small tables just outside the main entrance and then the restaurant itself is cozy. If you can snag a window seat, that's always the ideal. Our party of four was in for a business lunch. We started at a table near the entrance but the hostess was nice enough to ask us if we wanted to move to a better window seat once one came available which we took. Our server was friendly and knew the menu well. I was a bit worried that the limited menu options might not work for me when I looked online, but they have a few other items in restaurant, including specials. The table ordered bread (good and crunchy), oysters (I skipped but heard they were good) while I ordered the pasta special which was prawns in a creamy sauce with vegetables. Overall, everyone enjoyed their food! I did think it took a bit long for the entrees to come out and I didn't love that their ice tea was mint flavor and that wasn't mentioned when I ordered it (they were nice enough to change it out when I asked). But would definitely return again read more

Place Pigalle - Pasta special: prawns and vegetables in a cream sauce - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Unfortunately, Place Pigalle has joined its neighbor Maximilien in adding a sleazy, dishonest, disrespectful 5% service charge to their bill, instead of just raising prices. No one who is willing to pay $48 for an entree is going to care that it's now $51. But lying to us about the prices is wholly unacceptable. When Maximilien added that service charge to their menu during the pandemic, I quit going there, and Place Pigalle was my go-to spot for French food at the Market. Alas, I guess Place Pigalle has decided that tourist rubes who will only dine there once are more important than neighborhood regulars. There are still a few nice restaurants that have basic respect for their customers. I recommend choosing one of those, instead. read more

I recently returned to this place after a long hiatus. I'm so glad I did. The warm beet salad was delicious, perfectly seasoned, with a nuanced dressing, and subtle surprises of candied walnuts. The real showstopper, however, was the halibut entrée. The ample portion was perfectly prepared, not overcooked as is so common in other kitchens. My server was attentive, knowledgeable, and engaged. This five-star meal was only marred by the unbelievable rudeness of the host. she stood at the door, barking, farewell to a couple other guests. I learned about her zodiac sign, and those of other family members. I learned about her plans for the week. When I didn't learn was how to get a table for several minutes. Then after a server stepped in to help, the host finally stopped her very loud conversation to find a table. Once seated, I got to hear her farewells to various staff for another 10 minutes. read more

This place was highly recommended from a friend. While on business travel I made a reservation for one. I was seated close to a window with a lovely view of the water. The service I received was excellent. She made great recommendations and service was spot on. I enjoyed a cup of onion soup. I loved the taste; I think they add Sherry. This soup was delicious. Then I had the seafood bouillabaisse with mussels, prawns, calamari, fish and the crab on top was wonderful. read more

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Pigalle is top of my list for restaurants in Seattle. The view by the waterfront is stunning and the food is trés magnifique! I love the warm beet salad, steamed mussels pigalle, oysters, crab cakes, and the salmon is one of the most delicious entrees you'll ever order. A+ service from the staff too. Bon appetite! read more

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Food, service, and ambiance were off the charts amazing! Two wonderfully unique ultra fresh salads, one apple endive, the other a beautiful warm beet salad. A perfectly paired Bordeaux blanc wine, a corner window seat, on a 65 degree sunny day showcased Seattle at its best. It's a bit challenging to find, but on your next visit to Seattle and Pike's Market put Place Pigalle on your list! I recommend having a reservation... I failed to mention the excellence of the entire staff, thanks for your knowledge, kindness, and hospitality. Cheers! read more

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The food wa superb, the view magnificent, and the service outstanding. Our to go spot for our anniversary.

Delicious food with a view. Stopped in randomly to grab a small bite. The crab cakes were fabulous! So much flavor! We also ordered the house-smoked salmon. We ate this as a smear on the crostini. The food was delicious and you couldn't beat the beautiful view. We can't wait to go back to try more. read more

Place Pigalle - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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quaint , quiet spot with a nice view and steps off the market. excellent food and great service like you used to get a lot of places. Our lite lunch of escargot and shared french dip steak. sandwich was superb . Thanks Nate for your suggestions and assistance. read more

Was in Seattle for the night and we had reservations on a Friday evening with my fiancé's family. There is limited seating so we did have to wait for some time to be seated. We had a lovely waitress who made great wine and food recommendations! I ordered the Dungeness Crab Cakes. This dish is large enough for 1-2 people. This may be one of the best crab cakes I have had in a very long time. It had a slightly crunchy outer layer, perfectly seasoned filling, and paired well with the salad. I was not too fond of the bread - a bit hard to chew. As others before me have mentioned, be aware that this is a pricier restaurant. Otherwise, I would recommend giving Place Pigalle a try! read more

Place Pigalle - Exterior - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Excellent food, great service, superb wine list. Highly recommend the oysters, pate, duck confit and halibut. Creme brûlée and espresso for dessert was the perfect finish. Tina was an incredible server, very knowledgable and every recommendation was spot on. read more

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We had a very nice dinner at Place Pigalle. The restaurant is located on the waterfront side of Pike Place so the views are very nice, especially in the evening hours. We got a table close to the west windows which we appreciated. Very helpful team of ladies in the serving staff, and their recommendations did not disappear. We had a cocktails first, both very tasty; mine had mezcal and coffee, and wife's was called "Pornstar Martini". I then ordered the saffron clam chowder which was superb with a nice balance between the different flavors and very good clams and other seafood; it was a bowl so we shared. My main course was a bouillabaisse with prawns, mussels, crab, and lots of other goodies; it was a very generous portion. Had French white wine with it. My wife had the Duck Confit Cassoulet and she mostly enjoyed it, but didn't think it was the best she ever had. We ended it with coffee and a cheesecake. Altogether a super nice evening and we are happy to have found this little restaurant; will definitely be back! read more

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Alright where should I start. This is probably One of the best French restaurants that I tried so far in 2023 in Seattle. It was a solo date and I love how they let me reserve table for one. :) Food was phenomenal. You HAVE TO get that creme brûlée for dessert. It was so smooth it was melting in my mouth.*chef kiss* Perfect place for a date night, solo date or meet up with your friends. They also have live jazz music night on Tuesday in case anyone interested. read more

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