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Maximilien

Item: Maximilien
Author: Corinne Whiting

Cuisine: French, Seafood

Price Range: $$$

10Best Says

A mainstay in the Pike Place Market for more than thirty years, Maximilien is a romantic and charming French restaurant with spectacular patio views. Owner-operated since 1997, Maximilien boasts the old-world charm of any romantic hideaway in Paris (with a Northwest twist). From inside or on the patio, enjoy a panoramic view that takes in Puget Sound, Elliott Bay, West Seattle and the Olympic Mountains. Antique mirrors cover most of the walls to make this romantic view sublime from any seat in the house. The chefs at Maximilien cook using local ingredients and French techniques. The result? A delectable, seasonally-changing menu highlighted by such signatures as the wonderful "Duck Confit."

Address:

81A Pike Street
Seattle, WA 98101
2066827270

Hours:

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 11:30am-10pm
Friday - Saturday: 11:00am to 10:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am to 9:00pm

Website:

maximilienrestaurant.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert

French: "Reservations are recommended, but not required. Dress is casual. Check out classes that Chef sometimes hosts in the Market!"

Best for French Because: A mainstay in the Pike Place Market for more than thirty years, Maximilien is a romantic and charming French restaurant with spectacular patio views.

Dinner Menu
- Appetizers
  Assiette De Pate
  
  french country pâté served with cornichons and dijon mustard ($15.00)
  
  Soupe Du Jour
  
  ($11.00)
  
  Escargots A La Bourguignonne
  
  six escargots baked in garlic and parsley butter ($12.00)
  
  Steak Tartare
  
  hand chopped raw painted hills beef tenderloin, capers, shallots, dijon mustard, cornichons and egg yolk. truffle salted frites and micro greens ($22.00)
  
  Duo De Foie Gras
  
  house cured and seared hudson valley foie gras with apple marmalade, butter brioche and balsamic reduction ($20.00)
  
  Les Huitres Fraiche
  fresh oysters on the half shell with champagne mignonette
  
  Half Dozen: $12.00
  
  One Dozen: $18.00
  Assiette De Fromages
  
  plate of five assorted cheese served with fresh fruit and nuts ($14.00)
  
  Soupe À L'oignon
  
  french onion soup ($6.00)
  
  Salade Maximilien With Roquefort
  
  mixed greens and roquefort dressed with our house vinaigrette ($9.00)
- Entrees
  Seabass Aux Porto
  
  pan seared chilean sea-bass with sautéed peavine, cherry tomatoes and chilean purple potatoes. port wine and cream sauce ($32.00)
  
  Saumon Sauvage Aux Tomates
  
  columbia river king salmon, confit of heirloom tomatoes and roasted garlic. lobster mushrooms, lentils, pommes fondantes ($28.00)
  
  Coquilles Saint Jacques, Beurre Blanc
  
  sea scallops, yukon gold purée, asparagus, wild mushrooms and baby carrots. beurre blanc, roasted heirloom tomatoes, salmon roe ($32.00)
  
  Cassoulet
  
  white bean stew with toulouse sausage, pork, lamb, veal, duck confit and garlic sausage cooked in a rich broth ($26.00)
  
  Duo De Canard Au Poivre Vert
  duo of duck magret and leg confit served over wild mushrooms, asparagus, baby carrots, gratin dauphinois. green peppercorn, cream sauce
  
  $28.00
  
  With Seared Foie Gras: $34.00
  Tournedo De Bœuf Bordelaise
  pan seared painted hills natural beef tenderloin, roasted bone marrow. truffle salted frites and red wine reduction
  
  $40.00
  
  With Seared Foie Gras: $46.00
- Desserts
  
  Crème Brûlée
  
  vanilla custard topped with caramelized brown sugar ($9.00)
  
  Profiteroles Au Chocolat
  
  olympic mountain vanilla ice cream-filled cream puffs, topped with chocolate sauce ($9.00)
  
  Poire Belle-hélène
  
  poached pear, olympic mountain vanilla ice cream and warm chocolate sauce ($8.00)
  
  Mochaccino Mousse
  
  chocolate and coffee mousse, topped with white chocolate crème. sablé breton ($10.00)
  
  Café Gourmand
  
  single expresso with a sample of four desserts ($9.00)
  
  Assiette De Fromages
  
  plate of five assorted cheese served with fresh fruit ($14.00)
  
  Soufflé Au Grand Marnier
  
  classic grand marnier souffle only available for dinner ($10.00)

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