Wanted to love this neighborhood spot, but everything was way overseasoned. The escargots were served on slices of bread that fell apart, and topped with a heaping scoop of garlic and herbs that far overpowered them. The mussels in the blue cheese broth came recommended - the broth was very thick and viscous, and way too overpowering, could barely taste the mussels through it and the combination was strange. The beef bourginon was the only delicious dish, and even then, crazy strong amounts of rosemary came through, and I'm not one to ever think there are too many herbs. The 3-course dinner is not worth the price if you add up the cost of the 3 dishes you're ordering. read more

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I don't know why we don't come here more often. There used to be three French bistros on the same block and now voila is all that remains. The bar is crowded and fun and the food is a good take on French bistro food. You can't go wrong with the steak frites. And I like the pork chop quite a bit. As with all things seattle it's relatively expensive now but the staff is great and it's so nice on a sunny day with the windows open! read more

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What a delightful restaurant! I think the only thing that makes this placess less than authentic is how big the bathrooms are, haha. We were able to walk in on a Friday evening around 6pm and get a table in the back. We had a lovely 2hr dinner with minimal interruptions from the staff, which we loved. The food was delightful. We had the escargot (it's de-shelled and comes ont out top of crostini) which was buttery and salty in the best way with tender morsels of snail. The beet salad with goat cheese and hazelnuts, which was light and flavorful, then the duck breast (sub fries for the gratin), cheese, and espresso. We left feeling absolutely satiated. The espresso smell brought me back to the time we'd end our meals with one on our travels to Paris. We're excited to go back. They have high chairs! read more

Voila! Bistrot - Escargot and beet salad - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My wife, daughter and I had a very pleasant and simple lunch here. Both my daughter and I ordered the L'Auvergnate crepe (cured ham, bleu cheese, walnuts, creme fraiche) and my wife ordered the Dolce Vita sandwich (prociutto, fresh mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, arugula on a baguette). I love a great crepe --- and the crepe here was very good --- with the ideal meshing of ingredients to create a luxuriant taste. My wife's sandwich was excellent. I'm generally not a fan of prociutto but the one served here was excellent. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. And the ambiance and decor was just what you would expect for a neighborhood French bistro --- dark wood, chilled vibes, people deep in friendly conversation. It's not Paris --- but for Seattle it comes pretty close. read more

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Food is amazing. Service is fast and friendly. Highly recommend the crème brûlée. They also have a good selection of wine.

Great food and service every time I visit. Did brunch there for the first time today and wasn't disappointed. Fantastic crepes and Benedict were really good. Was able to get a table easily which isn't always possible in Seattle - hidden gem. read more

Voila is the kind of neighborhood gem everyone wishes they had. It's warm, welcoming, and full of character. The staff delivers genuine hospitality and the food and drinks are consistently fantastic - don't sleep on the burger! Whether it's a casual night out or a celebratory dinner, Voilà is always the perfect choice! read more

We grabbed a reservation on a quiet night, but it wasn't needed. It turned out to be one of the best dining experiences I've had in my almost five years living in Seattle. The service was outstanding - personal and attentive, but not over bearing. The vibe was romantic and laid back. The wine recommendation was perfect and went well with everything we ate - a beet salad (exceptional), the beef stroganoff (perfect for recovering from Seattle's first false spring of the year), and the mussels in the Bleu cheese sauce (to die for). The portions were also just right - large for Seattle and we sadly didn't have room for dessert. Dining out in this city is pricey. Rarely have I felt the price tag matched the quality of food. This place could afford to charge more and it would still be worth it. It's our new favorite place. read more

We had high hopes for visiting Viola Bistrot again after dining there for many years. We originally starting following Chef Laurent Gabrel with a French restaurant on Roy Street near Seattle Center. Sadly, our recent visit fell short of expectations. While the ambiance was pleasant and inviting, the service and food left much to be desired. The service seemed rushed, probably since the café was very full thus making the experience feel less enjoyable. Our drinks were perfect, but food didn't measure up to past visits. The Escargots Persilles were tasty, but they weren't spectacular partly due to the presentation, prefer the traditional escargot baking dish. My French Onion Soup seemed too strong and missed the traditional white "Lion Head" bowl. My spouse's Mussels with blue cheese onion cream sauce was just okay, not as spectacular as in the past plus the quality didn't match the price point. We really wanted to like this place as we have in the past, but the experience was underwhelming. We hope the restaurant can address these issues (more staff/return to former quality). For now, though, we wouldn't rush back. read more

I came here on a Sunday evening around 7pm. There was ample space but I did have a reservation for 2 just in case. The space is intimate and quiet, with an upscale vibe. Service was great and immediate. I tried the house salad and the escargot. The house salad was fresh and tasty, and the escargot was delicious! It was probably my favorite item I had. For my main course, I had the mussels La provencale, which actually was a substantial portion of mussels which was great! I enjoyed them but preferred the escargot. I got fries on the side to supplement as well. The fries were crisp and tasty. I also tried the special of the day which was a filet mignon. Great buttery rich taste on that. For dessert, I had the creme brûlée - it was excellent. Overall, I'd come here again if I'm in the area! Great spot for French cuisine. read more

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Good food good service and good ambience. In summer you get to sit outdoor at the back. Their deserts must have. read more

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Beware the included tip (at least for parties of 6+)...Voila!'s ambiance was, indeed, delightful, and the service impeccable. The wine we ordered was also very good and prices were fair. However, the food itself left a lot to be desired: The soup was way over salted, the mussels so-so (though the broth was good), and the tarte tatin gelatinous and undercaramelized. (The frites were excellent.) The big problem was that when I got my share of the divided check, in dim light and without the itemized receipt, the 20% added tip was in small print above the total and the space for a tip to be added was large. I overlooked the line with the grautity and put on 20% and then heard from one of the other couples that their gratuity was included, whereupon I crossed out the second 20%. The server hadn't said anything and I would absolutely have paid a 40% tip for a meal with mediocre food. read more

What an adorable French bistro in a quiet little neighborhood! My friend and I stopped by after seeing a piano concert nearby and weren't sure they'd seat us so close to closing time (9pm). Thankfully the owner/manager who came to see what we wanted after about 5 minutes of milling about the entrance let us sit in the front room and eventually sent the server over from somewhere else in the restaurant. It wasn't a welcoming start to our experience here and that is where the last star was dropped. Otherwise this place is absolutely adorable and transports you to a Parisian open window somewhere near Montmartre. We had designs of having delicious French desserts and that is exactly what we found here. The bread pudding is an absolute must have. It was probably my favorite bread pudding I've had in the last 5 years. The vanilla anglaise sauce was simply delightful and paired perfectly with the dish. The seasonal sorbet they had was the pineapple sorbet from Olympic Mountain Ice Cream (Shelton, WA), a sorbet you just simply must try. They make all their ice creams and sorbets with the actual ingredients in the name of the flavor so everything tastes real, and is not overly sweet as some sorbets from the store can be. We agreed that we must return for a full meal here sometime as the back patio is also very cute and it seemed like the locals come here and enjoy the space. Parking was easy to find and our server was nice and friendly. The wines we had were also quite good. No doubt we will return! read more

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Exceptional! We love everything about it! The food, cocktails and service is amazing! We frequent often for a reason! It's lovely!

We had dinner here last week before heading downtown. Both the service and food is great - if you're local like us and ready for a new menu, know that they do offer nightly/ weekly specials. The night we were in, I had a seafood special that was delicious with a saffron sauce and black rice. He had steak, which he enjoyed and I forgot to take a photo of. We shared the bread pudding for dessert, which is so much better to eat fresh when dining in than it is to bring home and reheat. read more

Voila! Bistrot - Bread pudding - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Hostess made us feel as though it was an imposition to seat us on the patio. "Patio is apparently for 4 tops only". She brought us back and there was a table for two open and ready. Waiter was very rushed the entire time. He stated he was the only server left, which explained his urgency. Last order of Lamb. Tough and overcooked. Could not use my knife because of the bone and small chop. Used my Mediterranean finger eating skills. 1 point for me! Homemade desert and coffee fantastic! Should I try again? read more

Voila! Bistrot - La Profiterole - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We really enjoyed the duck and mussels here! The duck was a special item of the day, so hopefully you'll get to try it out. We also loved the scalloped potato's they had as a side for all our mains - that alone I would come back again. read more

Voila is a very quaint French Bistro restaurant that was my first meal in Seattle. The service was very friendly and very open to recommendations. I wanted to start with some traditional French Onion soup which was tasty. It was nice to know that they used traditional Gruyère Cheese. I then had their Beef Bourguignon which was the first time I had had the dish. It had an interesting flavor and not having it before, I am not able to compare it to other versions. The wine selections were nice and being with my cousin and his partner, we had a nice visit and dinner. Give it a try but call ahead for reservations to make sure you have a table. read more

Voila! Bistrot - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Love this spot for some delicious food and good wine. Service was excellent. Make a reservation walk ins can be difficult.

Cute casual French restaurant. The food has been great every time we've gone. I especially like their burger!

This review is not based on food at all...since we've never been able to eat here. We have been turned away now 3 times from eating although each time we've arrived prior to 845 (stated close time is 9p). The last time was the last straw and we've now completely given up. They seated the couple who came in immediately prior to us (it was 8:23p) then wouldn't seat us (party of 3) for dinner. The host (or server) said he'd be 'right back' and then 'checked with the kitchen' and they wouldn't be able to serve us as they were closing. Jumped back in the car and headed up the hill for a much better experience at Rione. read more

It used to be soooo yummy. My most recent experience was such a disappointment. From the appetizer to the final course it was so underwhelming. I don't see the French man who always worked there, and in his place are three older Asian women. maybe that's the problem. manhattan - yucky. maraschino cherries? Really? Steaks had the blandest, most flavorless sauces I've ever had. The soups were horrible and the baguette et beurre (bread and butter) was so stale and hard as a rock. Won't go back. Service was excellent. read more

I'm glad I finally got to try this quaint local French restaurant in Madison Valley. The food here is wonderful -- flavorful, hearty, and prepared nicely. The portions are great and the there's a ton of menu options to pick from (and they even have several daily specials). I will say, I wasn't a fan of the cocktails, felt they were limited and too spirit forward. For appetizers, I got the mussels in white wine sauce and the French onion soup. Both were decent, but not sure if I'd rave home about it. As for the entrees, I tried the classics -- Boeuf Bourguignon and Hanger Steak in shallot sauce. Now these were stellar! I especially loved the shallot sauce with the perfectly cooked medium-rare steak. The desserts were amazing! The creme brulee was executed perfectly and the ice cream filled puff pastries topped with chocolate sauce was decadent and comforting. Overall, Voila delivered a great dinner! I'd recommend this place for food and wine (but not really for cocktails). read more

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Food was bland, hanger steak was very tough, service was lackluster and slow, space was very cold.

It's always just wonderful all the way around. The food is authentic and fabulous, as well as appropriately priced. The service was amazing as usual. We love this place. read more

Very cute French spot in downtown Madison park. Large windows so the indoor seating feels nice and breezy. Looks like they have a lot of patio seating but we walked in on a Sunday evening and it was totally full so sat inside. We came at a busy time so service was on slow side but server was friendly. Ordered beet salad and mussels to start. Beet salad was excellent. Such a great combo with apples, hazelnuts, cheese. Was not expecting it to be diced but it was perfect. Mussels themselves were good but broth was a little too tomato-y for me. Needed a little more creaminess/richness. Mussels weren't fishy tasting at all. I ordered the Kobe burger and husband ordered the steak frites. These were both excellent. Everything tasted high quality. Burger was the best burger I've had. The aioli and the brie and toppings were so flavorful and rich together all within a perfectly toasted bun. The steak was awesome too. Both dishes came with fries that were crispy on outside, soft on inside, nicely seasoned. Come during happy hour if you can. Many of the dinner dishes and apps were several dollars off. Ohh! And we came on a Sunday when they have 50% off wine bottles. Great deal on some nice bottles. Would love to come back and dine on the patio. read more

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Been here 6-7 times and won't be back. Service has declined with each visit. Last night we were halfway through our appetizers and they asked if they could clear them since the entrees were ready. When they did bring the entrees they dropped them on the table incorrectly so we had to switch them because they had dropped and dashed without saying a word. Not our fault you or the chef didn't time the meal properly! Food was decent, but even that didn't seem as good as previous visits. We'll be looking for a new French place in Seattle. read more

Great service and delicious French bistro fare. A true neighborhood gem. Like a trip to Paris.

Dry overcooked food, supermarket vegetables for the price of quality fresh food. Wasted a precious night and $

We haven't been in a while between COVID and health issues, but it has always been one of our favorite French spots. Seattle doesn't have a large choice of French food, so Voilà! is a treat. read more

French food that does not disappoint. Can get busy but that's because it's good food. Great date spot for someone special.

We had another wonderful evening at Viola last night! The food, atmosphere and service were all just lovely! We have dinned here many times and have never had a bad experience. We actually had 3 guests from France with us a bit ago and they love it! The owner went out of his way to chat with them In French and made one of their favorite French drinks they had been missing! :-) read more

My dad always spoke so highly about this little neighborhood French spot he loves, so when I went to visit down South I had high expectations! This place is easily accessible and there is parking on side streets. It is a smaller space, but almost makes you feel like you are over in Europe. It smelled amazing walking in, so I knew it was going to be good. The servers were all excellent and very friendly and the bartender Kat knew my dad by name and was all smiles. The food was excellent. We got the Endive salad and the Bibb lettuce salad to start and both were lightly dressed but very flavorful with great nuts and cheeses mixed in. For mains I had the salmon dish, and I am a picky salmon eater and this was awesome. The lemon dill sauce went perfectly and the salmon was still a little pink, just how I like it. My dad is a massive fan of their Cassoulet and made sure to give me a bite, and I was blown away! I will be back for this dish! read more

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I've come here six or seven times in the last year, and each time it's been great service and a great vibe. I'm going to try and not repeat what other, better written, reviews have said about the place but this is a cozy French-cuisine restaurant in Madison Park. It has beautiful wide windows, a variety of (comfortable) seating, and typically ranges from a quiet buzz of conversation to louder (esp. when people get wine infused & enthused). Three observations that I haven't seen written about It has a sneakily well stocked bar off to the side. Anecdotally it's never full but it's six or seven high top chairs that are great for getting dinner with a friend. I say sneakily because I think everyone gravitates towards the wine, but there's a lot of cocktails too The back patio is very cool in the summer. It's on my Mount Rushmore of favorite summer patio in the Madison Park / Valley area. If they have mussels, get them! read more

Very cute and cozy atmosphere. Ordered the peppercorn steak tenderloin, ravioli, and asparagus. Everything was 10/10 read more

Voila! Bistrot - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We came in as if we don't know much about French cuisine, so it feel a bit intimidating. Overall, we had great experience: the servers were nice, attentive, and helpful; the food was delicious and excitement. They are a bit on the pricey side. It felt like people go here are mostly regular customer. We had the blue cheese mussels, soup of the days, filet mignon with smashed potato, and crème brûlée. It is definitely a night date kind of restaurant once in a while. read more

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French Bistro with limited set menu in the style of Les Halles in NYC. A concentration in great charcuterie and cheese plates, steak frites and chocolate desserts featuring Noel Morogoro 68 percent from Tanzania. You'll have a blast with a group. Break out the chateauneuf de pape for this meal, you'll need it. The French paradox in action! read more

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Lovely spot!! Neighborhood French bistro with yummy cocktails and French menu. Back patio is quaint. Fave Sunday dinner.

Service and management need a course in etiquette. We have dined at this business over 40 times when not in Paris, NYC, LA, Rome, Amalfi coast, Riveira. This was one of few unique places in Madison Park/Valley, sad it has changed from a 5* to 0. Seattle has changed however their attitude borders abusive and is appalling, Non-A Bien tot. read more

I tried this place for the first time recently and was very happy with the results! The mussels were amazing as well as the ravioli, and not too crazy priced for the quality. We'll definitely be coming back soon. The service was also top tier! read more

Voila! Bistrot - Mussels & Ravioli - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington