Located in the heart of Pike Place Market on top of what was once the Cliff House Hotel (built c. 1901), Place Pigalle has a storied past that begins as Seattle’s population was exploding in the wake of the Klondike Gold Rush. Back then it was called the Lotus Inn, a popular speakeasy during Prohibition and a tavern thereafter.
Place Pigalle specializes in seasonal menus combining local ingredients with a variety of culinary traditions. The resulting dishes "always have been artful, always entertaining, always fresh...disarmingly successful." Couple such critical acclaim with a wonderful Elliott Bay and Olympic Mountain view, an award-winning wine list and a bar that specializes in the unusual and you have the reasons for this Pike Place Market restaurant's success.
Always a stunning view. Top notch service, the owner and her staff are always gracious. And the food and cocktails are so very delicious. I have always been pleased no matter what I have ordered. I love this place always but particularly love taking out of town guests here.
Omg this place is honestly one of my favorites in the city. The food is full of flavor and the ambiance is reminiscent of a restaurant in Europe. If you can secure a window seat the view is to die for, but even if you can't it's still spectacular. Overall I will be returning for sure.
This is a great escape right inside Pike Place Market. The food was wonderful. We ordered duck, bouillabaisse, and the salmon of the day. Each dish was wonderful. The atmosphere is amazing and the staff were wonderful and attentive. I will certainly be back!
I had heard great things about Place Pigalle prior to moving to Seattle, so I was really excited my wife made a reservation here for my birthday. The server had such a passion for the food they served and explained the dishes to us in amazing detail. The wine selection was great, too...
Wow what a spectacular meal. We had the calamari to start, then the salmon and pork. Everything was superb and the service was exceptional. Wine list was spot on, and the view outstanding. A great first night in Seattle for us, highly recommend Place Pigalle!
