A la bonne franquette

Name: A la bonne franquette
Address: 1421 31st Avenue South, Seattle, WA, United States, 98144
Telephone: (206) 568-7715
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (382)

$31 to $50

French

1421 31st Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

A La Bonne Franquette, in Seattle, crafts new American cuisine with French influence in its warm and welcoming restaurant. The pork and rabbit terrine with pistachios, herbs, pickles and baguette and the cheese plate make delectable appetizer options. Some of A La Bonne Franquette's specialty entrée dishes include the pan roasted almond trout in a brown butter and shallot sauce, the roasted half chicken with root vegetables and pan jus, the saffron steamed manila clams in cream sauce and the chickpea tagine with carrots, squash and cauliflower over a bed of couscous, all of which are prepared to perfection. Save room for dessert, as A La Bonne Franquette's chocolate orange bread pudding with vanilla ice cream and the decadent chocolate pot de crème are both superb and sinful. If the weather allows, be sure to take a seat on the lovely, flower-drenched outdoor patio.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Northwest
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Phone number
(206) 568-7715
Website
http://www.albfseattle.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Hamed Elnazir

Location
1421 31st Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144
Neighborhood
Rainier Valley
Cross street
S Day & S Atlantic
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus 14
Entertainment
One of the most breathtaking views in Seattle short of being at the top of the Space Needle.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Soup of the Day
House-made soup of the day
- Market Price
Chicken Liver Mousse$9.00
Served with chutney, cornichons & bread
Oven Roasted Beets$9.00
Drizzled with lime vinaigrette & topped with crumbled goat cheese
Green Salad$9.00
With cherry tomatoes, shaved parmesan cheese & red wine vinaigrette
Tartines$10.00
Toasted baguette topped with chèvre, mushrooms, and shallots
Rillettes du jour$10.00
Rillette of the day served with baguette, chutney, cornichon, and mustard

Seconds

Grilled Hanger Steak$29.00
St. Helen's beef with mushroom sauce, potato gratin & French green beans
Daube D'Agneau$25.00
Braised lamb stew with bacon, fennel, citrus & and mashed sweet potatoes
Whole Idaho Trout$25.00
Pan roasted with crispy speck, shallots, mushrooms, & brown butter on a bed of green beans
Poulet Chasseur$22.00
Chicken legs braised with mushrooms, with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables
Pork Belly$22.00
Pork belly with braised red cabbage, sautéed apples, cider reduction
Poulet Rôti$25.00
Roasted chicken breast stuffed with mushroom duxelles, with butternut squash bread pudding
Manila Clams$15.00
With sauce of the day and grilled bread
Cauliflower-Quinoa Cake$15.00
With squash purée, and sautéed greens

Sides

Potato Gratin$8.00
With comté cheese
French Green Beans$7.00
With shallots, white wine, & butter
Stewed Lentils$7.00
With cumin and spices
Baby Portobello mushrooms$7.00
Sauteed with garlic & butter

What 382 people are saying

A la bonne franquette reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
0.7Value

Noise • Moderate

382 Reviews

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PaulF
Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We found A la bonne franquette on Open Table. The other reviews were glowing and it sounded much like several of our favorite restaurants where we live. Food is great, service is great. The sunset over Seattle was an added treat. Everyone there has a passion for what they do and that translates into a great dinner.
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bistrofanatic VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington60 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pick for a special occasion, A la bonne franquette never fails us for the perfect setting, cuisine and attention. Some might consider the menu slightly limited, but for the number of tables and the clientele, there is ample variety and everyone item is worth praise. We'll be back again, and likely again.
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MargaretH
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
4.0
Dined on June 12, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I was looking for a restaurant with a view to celebrate my daughter's 35th and her graduation from U of W. earning her PhD. I found this lovely,quaint, and very delicious location. Would definitely recommend , and will very likely be back in spite of you not being in West Seattle! Great staff and wonderful chef! Thank you!
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sausagefesttttttt
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
4.0
Dined on May 15, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I enjoyed this charming French Restaurant with a lovely view from our window table for two. Fresh zinnias greeted us at our table and the service was attentive and pleasant. The glass of sparkling wine was not as bubbly as anticipated but the food was delicious and memorable ( green salad with a Dijon vinaigrette, pate de fois gras; lamb and white beans and an almond torte). We would recommend this restaurant and would enjoy coming back to try other items on the menu.
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SeattlePinotTasters
Seattle / Eastern Washington32 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hamed cooked up another memorable meal for us and Shannon picked out a smooth Bordeaux for us to accompany the delicious food. Definitely a neighborhood gem with a local feel but you'll eat gourmet food while enjoying the best view of Seattle and the Puget Sound. I had the Chickpea tagine which was very savory and filling. For dessert I had the bread pudding - I love the combination of orange and chocolate and this choice did not disappoint, satisfying that craving of mine. Took some friends here with us that had not been here before. They are still talking about the great meal they had here. Thanks for a memorable evening!
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IrishMike
Seattle / Eastern Washington8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quality from A (aubergine) to Z (can't think of Z-word. Always a treat.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recommended by several friends, this cozy restaurant gets the French bistro experience right. The flavors and presentation were very reminiscent of dining in Paris. The food was spectacular! I had the trout and it was flavorful, moist, and perfectly cooked. My wife have had a flat iron steak with mashed potatoes - had it come with fries, it would have been a perfect expression of the classic Steak Frites. The steak was perfectly cooked with a red wine reduction and sauteed mushrooms - so much flavor! For desert, the special of the day was a lemon tart with berries - this is the best lemon tart I've had in the US with the perfect mix of sweet and acid and a perfectly cooked crust. We dined at about 7:30 with a reservation and were seated by the window. With a perfectly sunny day, the view of Puget Sound, downtown Seattle, and the Olympic mountains was gorgeous! It was a perfect place to watch the sun set and very romantic. Finally, the service was phenomenal! Fast, efficient, friendly, and they made our special date night an experience to remember - thank you ABF! We can't wait to come back!
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You don't have one wait person, everybody serves your needs
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SS1234
Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love our neighborhood French bistro! Excellent food and service - always!
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Suzanne VIP
Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 7, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great service
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A la bonne franquette offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 568-7715.

A la bonne franquette is rated 4.5 stars by 382 OpenTable diners.

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1421 31st Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144

Additional information

Cross street
S Day & S Atlantic
Neighborhood
Rainier Valley
Hours of operation
Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Northwest
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus 14
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Hamed Elnazir
Entertainment
One of the most breathtaking views in Seattle short of being at the top of the Space Needle.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.albfseattle.com/
Phone number
(206) 568-7715

A la bonne franquette

About this restaurant

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Menu

Snacks

Grand Central Bakery Bread$3.50

House Marinated Olives$5.00

Toasted Mixed Nuts$4.00

Firsts

Soup of the Day

Chicken Liver Mousse$9.00

Oven Roasted Beets$9.00

Green Salad$9.00

Tartines$10.00

Rillettes du jour$10.00

Seconds

Grilled Hanger Steak$29.00

Daube D'Agneau$25.00

Whole Idaho Trout$25.00

Poulet Chasseur$22.00

Pork Belly$22.00

Poulet Rôti$25.00

Manila Clams$15.00

Cauliflower-Quinoa Cake$15.00

Sides

Potato Gratin$8.00

French Green Beans$7.00

Stewed Lentils$7.00

Baby Portobello mushrooms$7.00

What 382 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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