Marie B.
Yelp
I decided to check out Bar Bayonne after a stop at UW Seattle, meandered along Montlake, Capitol Hill, and Central District neighborhoods (11/28/23).
Bar Bayonne is adjacent to L'Oursin in Seattle's Central District by Seattle University. I was able to find nearby zoned two hour street parking by Peloton and Mitten Sweets & Coffee. Perfect timing as it just opened at 11am. Note: This is only a 21+ establishment.
I'm sure sidewalk seating is pleasant when there's warmer temps and the planter boxes are in bloom. Inside there's ample counter seating or two tops for solo diners like me. Lots of interior touches, natural light, decent playlist while onsite.
The menu has Francophile leaning eats & bevs. However, there are fresh baked goods from Temple Pastries, enticing sandwiches, and a seasonal quiche during my first visit. There are also curated wines, cheeses, tinned items, snacks, to name a few featured merch seen.
Immediately after I showed up and throughout my one hour onsite, there were others picking up sandwiches to go. After giving a looksee at the refrigerated case, Bar Bayonne's featured selections sure looked delicious!
There were also nearby, a pair of ladies who lunch...loved seeing their selection of wine, charcuterie, bread, and a shared Croque Madame over lively, engaging conversation.
I, too, had a Croque Madame with a Cafe Noisette. The latter was described to me as a cross between a cortado and cappuccino served with a sugar cube.
Two other solo diners opted for the counter, whereas I picked a two top by the floor to ceiling windows. By the time I was wrapping up my visit, a trio sat down and also ordered Croque Madames. I haven't had one since Cafe Presse closed, so I savored this thoroughly. Popular menu items, Croque Madame with egg or Croque Monsieur without.
Pleasant, unobtrusive service. I was checked on periodically during my spontaneous detour, before settling my bill to head home, and resume my workday.
I look forward to future visits. Definitely recommended!