L'Oursin
$$$$ • French, Vegetarian, Pet Friendly Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout L'Oursin
Customers' Favorites
Flétan Au Saveurs de l'automne
Salad De Pois-Chiches
Consommé En Croûte
Mousse Au Chocolat
Tartare De Boeuf
French Onion Soup
Confit De Canard
Crème Brûlée
Mousse de Foie
Steak Tartare
L'Oursin Reviews
312 ratings
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Awesome mate.
We had 3 appetizers and all 3 were delicious. My wife’s onion soup was also delicious. I had the steak frites and the steak was on the tough side which was very disappointing for what they charge. . Two other people in our party also had the Steak and felt the same that the meat was tough. Fries were delicious.
I’ve been reading about and wanting to go here for years, but I have to say I was disappointed.
Service - efficient and attentive, kind of brusque
Cocktails - excellent, inventive, well balanced, well executed, visually appealing.
Wine - eclectic, interesting and really great descriptions. Loved my glass of Cahor withe Steak Frites. The White from Loire was probably great but hard to tell when served in a warm thick walled dollar store stemware. Also seemed like...read full review
Service - efficient and attentive, kind of brusque
Cocktails - excellent, inventive, well balanced, well executed, visually appealing.
Wine - eclectic, interesting and really great descriptions. Loved my glass of Cahor withe Steak Frites. The White from Loire was probably great but hard to tell when served in a warm thick walled dollar store stemware. Also seemed like...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
L'Oursin offers a delightful dining experience ideal for various occasions. The menu features a range of small plates perfect for sharing, allowing diners to enjoy a variety of flavors. Recent reviews highlight the superb food, including standout dishes like oysters, raw tuna, black cod, and French onion soup. The restaurant's drinks, including cocktails and wine, are carefully crafted and receive high praise, particularly the excellent wine selection.
Prices are reasonably set, making this one of the finest dining experiences in Seattle. The service is commendable, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who create a relaxed and charming atmosphere, perfect for a romantic dinner. The ambiance is reminiscent of a French café, complete with open windows and a pleasant breeze.
Diners have noted the fun atmosphere and friendly staff. High recommendations include the Kermit and Balivernes cocktails. Recent reviews highlight the exceptional gazpacho, steak frites, and French onion soup, as well as the charred prawn dish in a compound butter sauce. The service is praised for being attentive and quick, especially during busy periods. The decor is described as gorgeous, and the overall experience is recommended for a date night.