L'oursin | Seattle's French Bistro: A Culinary Curveball 🥐🦪
Our recent visit to L'oursin (a bustling French bistro in Seattle) left us with mixed feelings - while the ambiance and technique were undeniably authentic, some dishes had us scratching our heads. Here's the full breakdown: 📍 Location & Vibe: L'oursin, Seattle, WA (Charming French countryside vibes in the heart of Seattle - always busy！) 💫 The Tasting Experience: 🦪 St. Jacques (Alaskan Scallops) • Undisputed star of the meal • Fresh Alaskan scallops with: Luxurious caviar Champagne jelly Crispy radish Seaweed garnish Creamy lemon sauce • Zero fishy taste - impossibly fresh！ 🐌 Escargots • Classic preparation with a twist • Garlic-herb butter baked in vegetable juice • Served with crusty bread for dipping • The sauce elevated the dish beyond just snails！ 🧅 Gratinée à l'Oignon • Tough call between this and pâté en croûte • Slow-cooked onions in rich veal stock • Topped with Gruyère cheese toast • Problem: Incredibly salty (French cooking style？) - not for Chinese palates • Compare: Paju's Korean-fusion version is way more balanced！ 🍗 Cassoulet • Our most anticipated dish • Confusing combination of: Duck confit (crispy skin, tender meat) Toulouse sausage Garlic breadcrumbs Slow-cooked white beans • Technically well-executed but left us unmoved • Note: $50 for one duck leg - premium pricing！ ⚠️ Important Notes: • 22% automatic service charge • Reservations essential (walk-ins nearly impossible） • Google reviews are overwhelmingly positive #SeattleFrenchDining #LoursinReview #FineDiningSeattle #FrenchCuisine #ScallopHeaven #EscargotLovers #CassouletExperience #RestaurantTips #SeattleEats #FoodieAdventures
