Loulay
600 Union Street
Seattle, WA
(206) 402-4588
Food:
Crab Beignets- Dungeness crab fritter, harissa aioli
Scallop Tartar- castelvetrano olive tapenade, quail egg, citrus
Poasted Oyster- braised pork belly, miso broth, wild mushroom
Fried Feta Salad- seasonal greens, anchovy-caper relish, pickled fennel
Duck Confit Sliders- aged sherry vinaigrette, profiterole
While my first thought upon landing in Seattle is hardly to run to the nearest French restaurant, I'm happy I let my friends guide me to this gem. There is good reason why chef Rautureau has been able to carve out such a lasting legacy. At Loulay, every element-- the food, the wine list, the service, the setting-- was in perfect sync, and each conveyed the same message-- one of casual elegance, attention to detail, and quality without pretension.
