Le Pichet

Seattle has very few French restaurants and even fewer good ones and fewer still that are reasonably priced. Le Pichet is all of that and more it has the ambiance of a small caf on the streets of Paris down to the crowded outside seating. Plan on waiting in line because it is always crowded and for a reason the food is fabulous.

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Let me just say that this restaurant has a special place in my heart. I have loved it since it first opened, it has been the only restaurant in downtown that has kept me coming back for more on a regular basis. The atmosphere is very french and be prepared to cosy up to your neighbor, all of the seats at the bar and tables are usually full. Around 12am on a Saturday night is fairly empty and you will still be served food until 2am. The smooth terrine makes me swoon and the chocolat chaud is so decadent! I feel like I am committing a mortal sin by letting the chocolate graze across my lips....the only thing that could make this drink better is a chaser of Boulard Calvados! I have had everything on the menu and more over the years and the special that stands out the most is the Brandade. Fantastic! If you happen to have room for dessert they are wonderful (the exception is the rice pudding, quite bland).
The service is so-so especially since one of the great waitress' went over to Cafe Presse. But all in all this is my favorite place to be on a cold fall evening or a breezy summer day.

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Ever since I've lived in Seattle, I've loved this restaurant. As others have commented, it reminds you of parisian bistros - with its small but space-efficient layout and its charm. This place is also great for solo diners - my recommedation would be to eat at the counter. They sometimes have jazz during Sunday brunch.

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Wow...if you didn't know you were in downtown Seattle, you'd swear you were in France. Le Pichet is like the quaint little bistros you might discover on a Parisian side street. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere extremely chic and the staff is friendly. What more could you ask for? If you like your sandwich to be on a baguette, or want to taste REAL French onion soup, this is the place for you. Parking is limited.

PROS: Close to Pike's Market
CONS: Only street parking

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