Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 3284 reviews

What E H doesn't like about Gainsbourg:
Second time visiting, and both times I left regretting it. Rude, poor service from bartenders. Though I was kind and polite to them, I was neither greeted nor thanked nor asked how I liked my drinks at any point. I worked in restaurant service previously how has it gotten to where customers (i.e. the reason service jobs exist) are the ones left trying to appease the staff? There's a straightforward response to this j... View all feedback. What Leo Baldwin likes about Gainsbourg:
A great cozy little place with a French flare. While there was nothing vegetarian under the entrees these two vegetarians put together a great dinner of Tapas from the appetizers. Everything we had was not only good but had a little twist to it. A great Belgian Ale on tap, great cocktails, and the bar was very accommodating. Even though they were down one Chef the night we were there the service was still very good.... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Gastroranking-it
4.4 ★ from 50 reviews
Bruno
02.10.2024 - 06:42

A restaurant celebrating Serge Gainsbourg in the USA!! We had to go see that...what a disappointment: the welcome is pitiful, the waiters depressed, the waiting...

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Idil
02.10.2024 - 06:42

Perfect spot to enjoy delicious food and great drinks!

Steven
02.10.2024 - 06:42

Great casual French dining. Food was very tasty and well priced. The place was very busy and staff were overwhelmed but kept the momentum going. The only criti...

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Kate
02.10.2024 - 06:42

The burger and drink were fantastic, the waiter was a delight, and the shabby chic is a fun vibe.

Julia
02.10.2024 - 06:42

Beautiful place to grab a drink and food even if you don’t know who bohemian jazz musician Serge Gainsbourg is.

This restaurant has received mixed reviews, with some customers expressing disappointment in the service quality. The lack of attentiveness from the bartenders and slow service have led to frustration for some diners. However, others have praised the cozy atmosphere, French-inspired menu, and quality of food and drinks. The happy hour deals and signature dishes like the Gainsbourg burger have been highlighted as great choices. The restaurant's unique vibe, French flair, and cool ambiance have attracted a loyal following despite the varying experiences with service. Overall, it seems like a hit or miss depending on individual experiences.

Int Restaurants
4.2 ★ from 1021 reviews
Seumas
30.07.2023 - 08:55

Great cocktails, excellent food, and exceptional service.

Adam
30.07.2023 - 08:55

Absolute favorite in Seattle my first stop every trip

Lara
30.07.2023 - 08:55

Love this place! Great little spot for a good dinner and a yummy drink.

Aivar
30.07.2023 - 08:55

Review update: this restaurant is not family friendly. Please take your ID and be over 21 years old. Good French restaurant. If there is the sixth stars, I will...

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Leo
30.07.2023 - 08:55

A great cozy little place with a French flare. While there was nothing vegetarian under the entrees these two vegetarians put together a great dinner of Tapas f...

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Top-rated
4.2 ★ from 10 reviews
Brian
30.09.2023 - 17:30

Consistently excellent, the happy hour gainsburger is a steal. Duck confit is mouth watering yummy. I love sitting at the bar on the cooks side and watch their...

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Shannon
30.09.2023 - 17:30

My new favorite spot for drinks with friends. The ambience, cocktails, comforting french classics and decor enable conversation and settling in. This is a place...

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tanisha
30.09.2023 - 17:30

We enjoyed the cheese board, cocktails, french onion soup, fries, and the Gainsbourg burger. Burger and drinks are specially good and a superb deal in the happy...

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Sean
30.09.2023 - 17:30

Always solid. Soulful place with consistent good food and service. Always get the French onion soup. Steak and frites great. Lots of tasty cocktails too.

Mallory
30.09.2023 - 17:30

To say we were disappointed is an understatement party of two walked in around 7pm, and took two seats at the bar. The restaurant was full, but not packed, and...

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Restaurantji
4.3 ★ from 178 reviews
Tom
23.11.2023 - 07:43

Had a bottle of good inexpensive Bordeaux here. Nice atmosphere (it’s inspired by serge Gainsbourg so it’s gotta have some degree of coolness right? anyway, we...

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Emily
23.11.2023 - 07:43

Phenomenal service, amazing frites, stellar French onion soup ?‍???

Amy
23.11.2023 - 07:43

My favorite restaurant in Seattle, we keep coming back! Great cocktails, delicious food we usually get the steak fries, the croque Madame, the brussel sprouts....

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S
23.11.2023 - 07:43

Maybe avoid weekends? Folks seem nice. Too much crowd for them to handle. Service was super slow. 40 minutes to get our

Raj
23.11.2023 - 07:43

Small bar and restaurant with informal crowd and service. Menu is short but

Menu
4.0 ★ from 6 reviews
Zaria
26.11.2017 - 09:37

I've been there a few times as it quickly became one of our favorite spots.

Edwardo
26.11.2017 - 09:37

The french onion soup is delicious--not too sweet and not too cheesyThey have a few beers on tap, some wines and lots of craft cocktails.

Misty
26.11.2017 - 09:37

Gainsbourg's French onion soup on a rainy winter day is one of those small, magical treats that makes you remember that life is still worth living.

Caden
03.04.2023 - 15:35

Every time I get to seattle, I went to gainsbourg. allow me to share what I have ordered in the past and this will be in.

Celia
03.04.2023 - 15:35

We came here after a show in downtown. First, I've been here three times in the last few months because I live here.

Google
4.6 ★ from 798 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 27 reviews
Yelp
4.0 ★ from 448 reviews
Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.3 ★ from 745 reviews

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