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L'Oursin, Seattle, WA

L'Oursin

4.6
4.6
190 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French
1315 E Jefferson St, Seattle, WA 98122

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
L'Oursin ("the urchin" en français) is a French restaurant and bar serving natural wine and aperitif cocktails in Seattle's Central District neighborhood near Seattle University. Our a la carte menu is available seven days a week, with a 5-7 course tasting menu available Tuesday-Saturday. Monday is burger night - burgers are available only at the bar, first come, first served. We keep our bar and patio open for walk-ins.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Seafood, French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 485-7173
  • Website
    http://www.loursinseattle.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    JJ Proville
  • Private party facilities
    L'Oursin is available for large group dining and full restaurant buy-outs. For large groups and private events, please call 206-485-7173 or email info@loursinseattle.com.
  • Location
    1315 E Jefferson St, Seattle, WA 98122
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    E Jefferson St and 14th Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 190 people are saying

L'Oursin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

190 Reviews

  1. MsBacchus VIP

    Seattle36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food especially chicken liver mousse and Gratin sunchoke mushrooms.

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  2. EricP VIP

    Seattle35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Usually better. We ordered a salad that had 4 ingredients and 1 was missing. Steak Frites were not hot. Otherwise was fine and they comped us a dessert. We will be back but they were off their game that evening

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  3. GregS

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been meaning to eat here for some time and it did not disappoint. We shared four dishes and each were spot on - duck drums, kale salad, squash soup, black cod. It was the right amount of food for two and the cocktails were delicious also.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each time you dine at L’Oursin, it is better than the meal you’ve had there before. The crazy thing is, the first meal I had there was one of my best in Seattle and I’ve been back many times since. In fact, I tell everyone to go there. The service is if the highest class and care without feeling formal. The food is insanely good, and the beverages somehow magically uplift the entire experience altogether.

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  5. AngelicaV VIP

    Seattle14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, ambience and great service! Definitely I will come back

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  6. redake

    Portland10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed the great variety of great small plates. For future visits to Seattle L'Oursin will be on our list.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best date spot in town

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal

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  9. Eric VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food - Awesome natural wine list!!! The service was great in part because the servers were so knowledgeable about the food and the wine. Cool spot - very comfortable

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  10. Eric VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 11, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, all of it from start to finish, was just great!!! Service was spot on and they have a fantastic natural wine list. Cool place. What more can you ask for??? I am returning 2 days after my first visit.

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L'Oursin is rated 4.6 stars by 190 OpenTable diners.

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1315 E Jefferson St, Seattle, WA 98122

Additional information

  • Cross street
    E Jefferson St and 14th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French, Seafood, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    JJ Proville
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.loursinseattle.com/
  • Phone number
    (206) 485-7173
  • Private party facilities
    L'Oursin is available for large group dining and full restaurant buy-outs. For large groups and private events, please call 206-485-7173 or email info@loursinseattle.com.
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