Gainsbourg

French restaurant · Greenwood

Gainsbourg

French restaurant · Greenwood

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8550 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

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French bistro with strong cocktails, steak frites & poutine  

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8550 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 Get directions

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$30–50 · Menu

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8550 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 Get directions

+1 206 783 4004
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The Best Affordable Restaurants In Seattle | Eater Seattle

"Celebrating its 20th year in business in 2025, Gainsbourg has quietly been doing date-nighty bistro food in cozy digs at impressively affordable prices out in Greenwood. The most expensive thing on the whole menu is $24 — the succulent hanger steak — and the duck confit with roasted Yukons and a pan demi is right behind it at $20. Never mind the lamb-and-beef Gainsbourger, one of the city’s finest burgs, is $16 and includes a mess of crispy duck-fat frites. Speaking of frites, the hedonistic poutine with shallots, mushroom gravy, and gruyere is a meal on its own, at only $8. If that weren’t enough, happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. knocks off a dollar off drinks and busts the Gainsbourger down to $7 (a la carte), among several other food specials. And it’s happy hour all day on Mondays." - Meg van Huygen

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Where to Get the Best Poutine in Seattle | Eater Seattle

"Since it’s closer to French than French Canadian, Gainsbourg serves the Quebec hors d’œuvre using Gruyère in place of cheese curds, and to great acclaim. It’s become one of the Greenwood restaurant’s more popular dishes, and it’s topped with a more vegetarian friendly mushroom gravy. Open for takeout and limited dine-in." - Eater Staff

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Seattle Restaurants Expanding Delivery and Takeout Due to Coronavirus Measures - Eater Seattle

"Casual French restaurant Gainsbourg has takeout from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday on all menu items, including poutine, duck confit, steak frites, burgers, and more." - Gabe Guarente

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Low-Key Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Seattle | Eater Seattle

"For those looking for French vibes without snobbiness, this low-lit gem in Greenwood is a good bet. There are plenty of cocktails to set the mood, such as the Edith Piaf (with vodka and creme de violette) and a whole list just for absinthe. Plus, the poutine is some of the best in the city, using gruyère instead of cheese curds, along with a rich, mushroom-based gravy." - Gabe Guarente

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11 Phenomenal French Restaurants in Seattle | Eater Seattle

"A dark, moody gastropub nestled in Greenwood’s liveliest section, Gainsbourg is a refreshing entry to the French food scene, with a long bar, a small, open cooking area, solid cocktails, and an exceptional cheesecake. Particularly appetizing on the savory side are the French dip with a silky au jus sauce and the classic Gainsbourger, featuring a massive beef patty blended with a taste of lamb." - Leonardo David Raymundo

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Jeremy Yowell

Google
Gainsbourg was a super interesting place to grab a drink with its French atmosphere and menu. The cocktails/beers we received were all solid and the dessert we snagged was tasty. Highly considering coming back to try some savory options next time.

Orkida An

Google
I heard rumors that the food here was good and especially the burgers, so I came here to try it out and find out for myself. I got to try out both the gainsbourger and the duck confit. I was very impressed by both dishes. The duck confit came with a nice glaze sauce over some sautéed greens over fried potato medallions. The duck was nice and tender with a crispy outside. I would stack up a potato medallion with the greens and the duck on top for one solid bite of all the ingredients, just wow! Second I tried the burger and fries. The bread was very nice and light and the burger patty was very thick and beefy, packed with tons of flavor. Staff was very nice, I liked the ambiance of the place, there's indoor and outdoor seating. I will definitely be back to try some of their other dishes!

Alexis Overstreet

Google
Ordered a variety of plates, they were all incredible. The fries are crisp and well seasoned, the mushrooms are complex and full of flavor, the duck was crispy and juicy. Favorite drink was the devilish tenant, very citrusy and just the right amount of bitter. Atmosphere is cozy, there are some family style seating areas. The perfect mix of classy french roots mixed with a laid back bar environment. Highly recommend!

Devdeep Ray

Google
Landed here on my quest for a good burger, and I was not disappointed. Drink was excellent too. Will definitely return to try other dishes. Very cozy interior decor.

Todd

Google
Finally made it in for the burger I have heard so much about. It was tasty but next time I would order rare as this one was a bit overcooked. Plenty to try on the menu and I will be back.

Kayley

Google
Not the best service. Borderline bad. Took too long to be given waters, took way too long before we got any kind of service/were addressed at our table. Staff were obviously busy, but it seemed like our server was waiting on other people while we were just waiting for our orders to be taken or water to come to our table. My partner ordered a gin and tonic, and it was gin and soda. Music was also very loud. Food and drinks were wonderful though. Very delicious. Service was bad, still tipped 20% because the food and my cocktail were wonderful.

Tamasha Emedi

Google
Delicious food. Amazing happy hour. Host and kitchen were very gracious about my allergies. 12/10 worth the drive in traffic during rush hour. Would add photos, but we inhaled our food. The food portions and taste felt like a steal for the price.

Christopher Druck

Google
Hidden gem in Greenwood! Food was excellent and inexpensive compared to most places. I loved how it was really chill, laid back, and unfussy, but had an old world, eclectic, cozy, and European vibe. Happy hour is available from 4-6pm and the restaurant is walk-ins only (no reservations). The entire restaurant is open seating (like a bar/lounge). The French onion soup, duck breast frites, and French dip were all excellent. Can’t wait to come back!
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Luiza G.

Yelp
We had been wanting to try this place out for a while but would always have our 2yo in tow so couldn't make it (it's 21+) We finally got to try it last night and it exceeded our expectations! We were able to get a seat right away at a comunal table but it was pretty busy (8pm ish). They also have booths and bar seating. Started with the escargot and warm baguette + butter which were already so good! Then I ordered the Steak and Frits which was cooked to perfection and so flavorful! My husband had the pan roasted duck which was also super tender, juicy and filled with flavor. Also, it's very reasonably priced. I feel like they could definitely be charging more for what they offer. We'll definitely be going back to try other dishes and their specials. Highly recommend!
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Frannie Y.

Yelp
Came to Gainsbourg after hearing they have a great happy hour every day of the week! I came with some friends around 5pm on a Saturday, and they were already quite busy. They had some nice HH deals like $3 fries and the $7 burger. We ended up getting the mac and cheese, french dip, brussels sprouts, and fries. Overall the food was decent! I actually really liked my mac since it was super garlicky although it did get quite oily towards the end. It also came with a side salad, which was great to lighten up the meal, and it was really yummy! My partner's french dip was good too! He said he's had better but it was decent; I thought the meat was really tender. The brussels were covered in a mustard sauce, which wasn't my fav since I don't do well with horseradish but the caramelized onions in it helped. Lastly, the fries were okay. They all seemed like the scraps but they did come with a nice aioli. The drinks are also quite spirit-forward, so if you're a fan of lighter, fruitier drinks, this is probs not the place for you.
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Kyle W.

Yelp
This is a cozy, neighborhood French restaurant in Greenwood. Parking is surprisingly extremely difficult for a Sunday early dinner, where we went around 5pm to take advantage of their happy hour. $3 baguette, $4 escargot, $5 beet salad (this is with them raising the prices already literally after the New Years). Wow! Why 4 stars not 5 stars? Food is kind of hit or miss. We got the beet salad, escargot, baguette, French onion soup, duck confit, steak frites, and creme brulee. We also got 3 glasses of wine (the house red and white and brut rose) as we wanted to drink up but not spend too much - wine was $1 off during happy hour. Beet salad is pretty decent with 5-6 pieces of beet and lots of arugula and blue cheese. It was a great starter. Escargot is a little mediocre but what else do you expect if it is $4? I have never seen a dish this inexpensive even if I traveled to France for escargot. However, it felt overcooked and the amount of garlic butter is not a lot, but the baguette on the side is nicely toasted and soaks up the small amount of sauce well. I would 100% order again though because 2 of this dish is enough for a nice meal, if you want to pinch pennies. Baguette was $3 and is served with some butter. It is pretty solid, but I wouldn't have gotten it if I researched to see that escargot also had baguette. However, more bread didn't hurt at all. In fact, we ate every single piece of it because it was delicious! French onion soup is very good. It is baked with bread and cheese, and the onion is super flavorful. There is not too much soup but the whole thing is very well-rounded and satisfying. Duck confit - duck was very tender, but I wished it was a bit more flavorful. It is served with some vegetables and potatoes that were decent. $22 for a nice large piece of duck is good value. Steak frites - requested medium rare and we received it more like medium, but it was fine. The steak was a little tough but I really liked the sauce. More longer fries would have been good as they were smaller shoestring fries, and they looked more like leftover fries due to all the small fragments of fries. This dish was $26 and I expected more as there weren't a whole lot of meat. Creme brulee - $9 was pretty standard but it was burnt. We had to sadly toss out most of the caramelized sugar on top to eat a few spoonfuls of the cream. I would only recommend the beet salad, escargot, baguette, French onion soup, and duck confit, which I will gladly go again during happy hour. Service is decent. It seems like there were 2-3 people working the bar, kitchen, and serving, but it wasn't too long of a wait for anything. The server did have a few mishaps like dropping the blue cheese on the table (but he gave us a generous cup of blue cheese to make it up) and forget our glass of brut rose I ordered during happy hour (but he owned up to his mistake and comped the glass), so it was all good. I would write service off as a positive because of that.
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Jun Li Z.

Yelp
Food We both ordered delicious entrees! I went with the duck confit and it was bombastic! The wilted kale and potatoes were a fantastic accompaniment to the main protein. I used my hands to enjoy the rest of it. My date ordered the Gainsburger and his was super mouth-watering delicious! I'd eat his meal anytime! Service Great! The server had intense eye contact Ambiance This was a cute little restaurant with bar vibes where it's not super heated at all. I was freezing so sat at the bar with my date so as not to feel the draft. It was also a little on the darker end with oil paintings on the walls as their decor. The food is fantastic! I'd come here for the food and extra layers of clothing!
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Sara H.

Yelp
I feel compelled to write an update review here because I no longer patronize or recommend this place. I was a regular here for about 10 years. But in recent years it has seemed that cleaning has become a lower priority I had largely stopped eating here because the bathroom/dish-pit area just never feels clean, the floor feels sticky, the chairs/bar stools feel rickety/unsafe, and our friend even got zapped by a lamp on one visit. Their most recent food inspection with violation for pests and handwashing seems consistent with my own experiences. Then, a concerning element started to show up at the bar with a big, scary, guy with nazi tattoos hanging around the bar and making the female staff, in particular very uncomfortable (this isn't a patron-- just someone who seems to come in and make change). On top of that, service has just fallen off. We used to hop in here for a quick/late night drink/dinner/snack etc but it's just not on our rotation any longer, even for drinks, based on cleanliness, weird interactions, and lack of service. We do try it again periodically just in case. Miss the untamable whiskers!
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Michelle Z.

Yelp
This is a nice and cozy little French restaurant located in Greenwood did you get pretty busy and service is pretty slow because of that however the vibes of this place is great and the food is good too! We got the steak and Fritz and for appetizer we got their baguette. I think the steak was pretty good for the price, but their baguette was just ok I would try a different appetizer next time.
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Jackie I.

Yelp
I was delighted to find this place for happy hour after I moved to the neighborhood. The interior is so cozy and the food was delicious (brie ice cream!)

Christine A.

Yelp
I love this place! It's a total hole in the wall, neighborhood joint, and I adore it for it. Some of the best French onion soup ever. Actually, I've never eaten anything here that I didn't love. Their mac & cheese is unbelievable. The floors are slanted, the decor is saucy and it's a titch on the dark side. And I mean all of those things in the best way! Really nothing pretentious about it. Just fabulous food and terrific people.
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Edd H.

Yelp
Beautiful spot, good food, nice people. I had the fromage a trois, and it was delicious. Both fancy and unpretentious.
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Taylor M.

Yelp
Authentic French restaurant with a bar ambiance. I have never had a French dip at an authentic French restaurant. I had no clue how delicious they could be, it was definitely the best one I have ever eaten. The restaurant had outdoor seating and wide open doors to the inside. We came on a chilly late night, so we sat inside. It was very loud, but the candelabras added an elegant touch. It was also an open kitchen. Our waiter was Duncan. He was attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. We started with a baguette and butter. Duncan told me that they order the bread from France halfbaked, then bake the rest here. It was so soft and fresh. The sandwich is what my boyfriend ordered. It came with a French onion au ju, the combo I had never had the pleasure of trying either. He added cheese (I forgot which kind, but it wasn't Swiss). It even came with house made ketchup! I have never had such delicious and fresh tasting ketchup. The fries were amazing too. Thin and crispy. I think I ate half of his I ordered the catch of the day, which was halibut. It came with local asparagus and crispy scalloped potatoes. I'm not sure about the green sauce on top, but it really was the cherry on top of the dish. I would eat that sauce with halibut every time, it compliments it perfectly. I truly already want to return. I am glad to live close to this gem.
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Erica K.

Yelp
My go to for a late night bite out. Not only because of the hours, but also because it is absolutely delicious. I love that the specials change often and the food is clearly fresh. Drinks are always a fun pick, so many creative choices and I love the presentation. Open "cabaret-style" seating.
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Andrew V.

Yelp
The Gainsburger + bacon made my taste buds die and go to heaven. Insane fries and house sauce too. Wish I could find the photos I took but this place is super cozy and the best burger I've had in Seattle so far. Super cool staff too!

Jacq K.

Yelp
Everything here is so good and priced right. I've tried a majority of food and drinks on the menu and everything is great. My favorite is the poutine - it's very unique in a good way. I also like the chocolate mousse if I want something sweet. They also have rotating specials which are always a delight to try. I love all the staff. We always have great conversations. The service is usually pretty quick - it's only been slow when the bar is literally packed to the brim with people. Great ambiance as well - every table has lit candles and they play old movies on the wall. Gainsbourg is one of my go to spots and it is frequently the first place I highlight when asked for bar recommendations in the area.
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Charlie M.

Yelp
Wow. Tres delicieux. Formidable! Hanging tender steak cooked to perfection, sauteed mushrooms, & roasted brussel sprouts. Amazing. My wife enjoyed her pan-fried duck in demi-glaze sauce with mushrooms. OMG. Served at a nice leisurely pace exactly as in France where I have traveled frequently. If you're too busy to go to France, come here. Bon appetit!
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Marcela V.

Yelp
Cannot believe I didn't try this place sooner! I've walked by so many times and it has been on my list so I'm glad I finally walked in. We decided to have dinner here with our neighbors and it did not disappoint. I ordered the burger and it was so delicious! It came with fries & a delicious aioli. I also had a nice cocktail along with my dinner. I love throwing decor they had also, it had a very speakeasy/gothic vibe. The restaurant is also bigger than it looks from the outside, but get here early bc it definitely gets packed!
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Joshua F.

Yelp
Fun place with strong drinks and tasty bar food. The burger and french onion soup are some of our go-to's.
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Mar K.

Yelp
We were lucky, and was warm, so we got to sit outside and enjoy a wonderful vibe in the sunlight. Poutine -- fries slathered in delicious gravy -- is a comfort food for me so of course it was ordered. Baguette with salted butter. Duck confit was delicious. He orders the steak every time. Good glass of house red. Service was a bit slow, but attentive when they could come around.
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Heather Z.

Yelp
Food took a bit long to come out but everything was very affordable. This place is homey and had deliciously greasy fries. They did not have the duck confit when I visited.
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Kris L.

Yelp
We were looking for some French bistro on a rainy fall night to console a bitter Apple Cup loss. Off we went to Gainsbourg and all was made well tout suite. First of all, the staff are very friendly and handle the packed space efficiently. The restaurant is warm and fun, an Americanized version of a Paris bistro. Some disco music, some red lights and some candlesticks. The food really shines brightest here, though. From the perfectly balanced French onion soup to the fresh seasonal salad to the pan roasted meats and fowl. Did I mention took Gainsbourg has the absolute best frites anywhere? Seriously, I think they must lace them with something illicit...and I don't care. Loved everything about this spot and look forward to coming back soon.
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Jerica K.

Yelp
Amazing food and atmosphere. Service is top notch and the French food is to die for. The half chicken is delicious.
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Alex V.

Yelp
Love this little restaurant in Greenwood. How can you go wrong when it's all day happy hour on Mondays and the staff is great. Both times I've been here, I ordered the $7 burger + $1 add Gruyère cheese and a side of fries off the hh menu along with a glass of cava. The burger is a full portion and absolutely delicious. Fries are fried well and the aioli sauce is yummy. Their other food on the menu is reasonably priced and looks tasty - can't wait to be back!!
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Rick G.

Yelp
Awesome little French bar/restaurant in Greenwood. I've had the Chateau Rignol Bordeaux (red), escargots, steak frites, and duck confit. All were quite tasty and prices are very reasonable. Service is friendly with a cool neighborhood vibe.
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Stefanie R.

Yelp
I've been here twice now and have gotten the steak frites both times because it's just that damn good. It's the most expensive item on the menu, and at $24 it's a steal considering the pan sauce and the seasoned fries checks all the umami boxes so well, both times I nearly ordered seconds. This most recent time I went with friends for happy hour and got olives and the beet salad as well, both of which were fantastic and a great deal for happy hour. The cocktails are on point as well. One friend and I shared the crème brûlée for dessert; it was a pretty small portion for two, so I recommend not sharing on this one. Gainsbourg has a quirky boho-french decor that's unpretentious and super cozy. Definitely recommend for small groups, date nights or even solo trips (like my first visit). I'll definitely be back sometime soon.
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Roxanne R.

Yelp
Went in and checked out for a light late night bite and a beverage with a few people. Staff were ok but not super friendly. Food was expensive for what it was (small bowl of macaroni around $16 with oil and cheese and a hand sized side salad) French food heavy. Smelled a little funky like old cheese and grill smoke. Tried it one time. $85 bill for 3 of us each had an appetizer and a drink with one soda. Could do better in the area.
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Denise F.

Yelp
The intent was good behind this place. ambience and staff are nice. Pros: price, friendly staff, fast service and open for food late night. Cons: food was really bad, croc Madame had rancid aftertaste and fries that came with were like last batch of five guys bags, only the bits and burned. French onion soup ok. Cocktails were terrible.
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Alana K.

Yelp
Color me a fan after one long overdue visit! We sat outdoors on their dog friendly patio, but I do love the French Twin Peaks vibes inside as well. Our server was friendly and gave honest recommendations. The drinks here are A+. All their cocktails sound so interesting, and the Lamorrisse (all I remember is gin and wormwood bitters) was exactly what I was in the mood for this night. To eat, my friend and I shared the decadent macaronis et fromage (penne, gruyere, brie, roasted garlic and thyme), the Brussels sprouts (pan roasted with caramelized onion and Dijon vinaigrette; ordered sans bacon), and a lovely and fresh little salad. It was perfect. Can't wait to return!
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Ben H.

Yelp
Pleasantly surprised! Their happy hour food was all very satisfying and decently priced as well. The duck confit was not on HH and it was enjoyable but not my thing, esp for 20 bucks. The escargot was delicious but I mean how do you go wrong with that much butter haha. Burger was very hefty and filling while frites were nice and crispy! Service was.... kinda weird but nothing went wrong I guess. Waitress didn't know what a red ale was (one on their list), the beer I got had a different ABV content than listed, burger was not medium rare. Food: 7/10 Service: 5/10 Experience: 5/10 Value: 6/10
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Mary Lou R.

Yelp
It's been awhile since we have had a chance to eat / drink here but I am very pleased to report that it's still a great place. And yes the parking is still challenging but it's worth the trouble. My French granddaughters - snotty Parisian kids, really love the food and endorse the French vib. So yes,leans French and the pleased to see the happy hour standards still on the menu - the burger with the beet salad always works for me. We missed happy hour this trip but who doesn't love a perfect medium-rare steak frite and (of course) onion soup Plus much more- the specials are a good place to check when ordering. So sure the food is great but the killer bar and the neighborhood ambiance makes this my happy place. When we lived in the 'hood' this was a regular stop- delighted to drop back in. And, it's an either you get it or you don't. Kind of dive bar chic or just standard cafe French if not in the fancier parts of Paris.
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Michael S.

Yelp
Great Seattle vibe and good food. Sit at the bar. Eat the food. Have a drink. Be happy.
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Ashwini S.

Yelp
Good ambience, decent service and good drinks. The Brussel sprouts (without bacon) was super salty. Might have just been a one off. The macaronis et fromage was fantastic! What a brilliant charred top to add a wonderful crunch!
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Chelsia L.

Yelp
This place really sets a scene for the French-American bistro! The steak frites was well cooked (to medium rare) and the fries were delicious and fresh! The duck was also really well done. Looking at the menu, I want to come back to try other goodies!

Brad P.

Yelp
Love this local haunt! Great food and drink at reasonable prices and vibey atmosphere. French onion soup is the bomb.
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Allen C.

Yelp
Garbage establishment. Unkempt, dirty floors, and worst of all a server with a cold, unwelcoming attitude. My wife and I walked in, were promptly sat by a nice bartender. A different server (lets call her Grumpy. 30s, tats, brown hair in ponytail, all black outfit), placed water on our table and proceeded back to the bar. While filling drinks, and waiting for about 10-15 minutes at this point, I tried to waive her attention with a gentle smile and she shot back a cold stare then continued her business. Proceeds to bus a separate table (mind you there were plenty of other open tables and no queue), tinkers with some glasses, then walks drinks to elsewhere. Clearly her conduct was intended to kick the dog as I in no way exhibited bad behavior. Still no acknowledgement, we simply walked out. Upon calling to complain, possibly Grumpy picking up, excuses were made for poor behavior (e.g. short staffed. If this is the case, the issue is with the owner not investing properly in the business, not customers) and eventually began to mock me for not feeling "taken care of." At this point I knew it was a loss and hung up. In contrast, bring your business next door to Halcyon where a cleaner establishment and welcoming staff promptly greeted us and took orders. Happy to have left the Halcyon staff a 25% tip. Sorry Grumpy that you were having a crappy day. Consider a different career.
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Alyxx B.

Yelp
Good food, French, good drinks, very chill!! A good random place to stop for a bite and drink!
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Chael F.

Yelp
I would not order the French Onion Soup again - it was overly salty and had no flavor. For a place that serves delicious cheese, there was a deplorable lack of cheese on my soup. Ah, well! Can't be perfect at every dish! Everything else is amazing, especially the snails and poutine.

Nicole F.

Yelp
Amazing happy hour! The food was delicious.. we tried the baguette, fries and the $7 Happy hour burger. Burger = chefs kiss. And the fries were so big and perfect for two to share! Can't wait to go back.
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Sarah K.

Yelp
Friendly staff, good service, they made a few accommodations for me when I requested mix and match from the menu or changing the number of macarons in the order. Ambient is a bit spooky, great for Halloween I guess. Food is good. I really liked their carrot and curry soup de jour! The chicken sandwich I got was ok, it was with burger buns, but I expected baguette like their other sandwiches. The macarons were absolutely delicious!
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Erin N.

Yelp
great romantic ambiance, the food was smaller portions but good for a snack, although they needed more help! the bartender also took care of the tables. love the silent movies on the projector . nice place to chill if yure not in a hurry!
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Marni B.

Yelp
Service was extremely slow, the food was good but not outstanding. It was very loud and we had trouble talking across the table to each other.
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Jacqueline A.

Yelp
Fun little eccentric French joint on Greenwood Ave! Good service, nice selection of cocktails, and the French onion soup was rich and cheesy! This is the type of joint you take people if you want to trick them into thinking you're cool.
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John M.

Yelp
This is one of my favorite places to eat. I enjoy the cozy atmosphere and food. Almost always order the Brussels Sprouts. Good burger. I wouldn't say this place is perfect but that is the charm. It's real. Not everyone will love it but those who do will understand. I like meeting a friend here for a cocktail and light meal.

Pam U.

Yelp
I love this place! The food is delicious and the cocktails are, too! It's a bit of a wait, so don't come if you're in a hurry. But if you like good music and great people watching and great food, I recommend this place. I can't wait to go back!

Mark E.

Yelp
Awesome happy hour and excellent craft cocktails! A French bistro with quality food & drink in the heart of Greenwood; who'd a thunk it?!!!! No reservations and not a large place, so go early or elbow up to some new friends at the bar or one of their big communal tables.
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Gwen R.

Yelp
Quaint, eclectic pub with marvelous food variety to satiated any palate. Delicious French onion & tomato basil soup, & beet salad. We'll be back!
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AlyxandraMonique S.

Yelp
In all honesty, a 1 star is being generous to this establishment for this deserves a negative zero star. I wish that I could say my first visit could take away the experience I had, but I can't even give Gainsbourg credit for that. My experience yesterday evening was nothing but pure disgust and a night that would have been a great one. To start, we arrived at around 8PM not knowing there would be quite the crowd. We were told to sit anywhere for each table was communal. As we waited for our table, we noticed a vacant booth open up and as I walked towards our table our server, Ashley, beat me to the table, looked at me in a rude way and told me, "can I least clean this table first?" (??) -- as if we were going to willingly sit at a dirty table to begin with. At this moment, this is where I knew that the night was starting off rough. When we finally got situated, it took forever and a year for Ashley to take our order, REFILL our bottle of water (in which she never actually did/offer to) or even look our direction. ----@Ashley, we had to speak to other servers that were actually busy working taking care of their table just to grab your attention. FYI if we looked like we kept breaking our necks looking for you to come to our table let alone breathe or an eyeball look our way, it was because WE needed something from YOU not because we enjoy playing hide and seek with you at your workplace during our dinner. As the night went on, we observed and saw you @Ashley serve your other table(s) with the UTMOST excitement on your face, happy and grinning. But did you have to completely disregard the booth we were at? @Ashley, is it because we were the only minorities in the restaurant and you felt the need to disregard us? Did we intimidate you? Disrespect you? I can guarantee you that the entire time we were nothing BUT polite to you despite the fact that you treated us like trash. Of the 2 hours we were there, the fastest service we had from you was when you wanted our money. I believe it took you less than a minute to walk to us, walk back to the register to run our transaction and give it back -- for I know our table was an area you would love to have ignored all night if given the chance to. I would just like to reiterate to you @Ashely and management that your service needs some drastic changes. @Ashley, you made this experience so horrible that we even left this place confused thinking we did something wrong, when in retrospect you single handedly AVOIDED us for the 2 hours we sat there trying to make the best of the 0/10 service YOU gave us. And not to mention, I noticed the eye roll you gave me when I made my 75th attempt to grab your attention that you.... wait for it.... again IGNORED. Oh and @Ashley, next time you should learn to smile at other human beings that don't look like you because maybe the word diversity, inclusion, kindness or any of the "isms" aren't in your vocabulary. If you aren't aware of how you treat others, the ones surrounding you can. Lastly, do not throw dessert/fork and spoons on the table, instead, set it down gently-- just a tip for the future customers you serve so they don't experience what we went through. Needless to say, not coming back and thanks for the awful memory you have instilled in us! Happy Thanksgiving
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Stevie S.

Yelp
Had dinner here last night and it was to die for. The service was wonderful, the staff was funny, happy and pleasant. The drinks were yummy and stiff. Definitely check this place out.
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Isobel P.

Yelp
We've been coming to Gainsbourg for years! It's a fun spot that always feels a little rowdy in a good way. If you like Serge Gainsbourg and the French New Wave movement, you'll feel at home here. On the menu there are STRONG, affordable cocktails ($6-$12) and also wine by the glass. My fiancé got the Ye Ye Girl and I got the Guy-Blache for our first round, and then we both got the Lemon Incest for our second round. The frites are delicious and my partner always gets them. They are similar to shoestring fries like the kind you get at Dick's, and they come with aioli and ketchup. I got the French onion soup on a recent visit and it was good, but very salty! I would have preferred a little less salt but it might be just fine for some. Server was great about checking our vaccination cards. They were out of a number of things but that's probably due to supply chain issues. Go give them a try!
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Mallory S.

Yelp
To say we were disappointed is an understatement - party of two walked in around 7pm last night, and took two seats at the bar. The restaurant was full, but not packed, and there were tables available. It took 10 minutes before the bartender greeted us with water and menus. I immediately placed an order for a cocktail special, which happened to be posted on the wall behind the bar and sounded appealing (it was called "B Positive"). The cocktail came out rather quickly, about 5 minutes later, and the bartender said he would be back to take our order. That was the moment where we should have closed our tab because at that point, we received no follow-up from the time we flagged the bartender down for our check 30 minutes later. At the moment when the cocktail was delivered, we told the bartender we would like to move to a booth, seeing one available. He said no problem, and we imagined that meant he would be over to serve us shortly in the booth. We waited a full 30 minutes, watching both the bartender and two servers make laps around the restaurant, with no acknowledgment of us. We overheard them apologizing to other patrons for the delay in service to their tables. After picking our entire meal and salivating over the menu, as well as both using the bathroom, we decided to flag the bartender who was ignoring us down and ask for the check. We were so excited to find an authentic French restaurant in a cozy neighborhood. This experience left such a sour taste in our mouths to the point it threatened to ruin our entire evening, but frankly, the lack of hospitality at this place is so uninspiring that it's not even worth a second thought.
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Max L.

Yelp
We came here for a night cap after going to a show downtown..... Firstly i've been here a total of 3 times in the past couple months because i live here in greenwood, so i thought that maybe it's just the night or maybe just the staff currently working on a particular night. Nope. The bartenders are just downright unqualified for the position, their service is horrendous. They act put off when it's time to serve a beverage or take an order. It's like guys... be more humble you work at bar in greenwood.... Takes 20 minutes for them to make a drink when no tickets are in queue. They drink themselves uncontrollably behind the bar which is so unprofessional not to mention the owner can't be okay with them drinking all his/her product. It's shameless really. I've been in the industry 12 years and if those guys (one with glasses and facial fair, the other tall with longer hair) Id be extremely embarrassed to have them be the face and first impression of my business. I hope this reaches who needs to see because the 4 of us walked out of there never to return, honestly we're very easy going and don't expected a lot but that was downright offensive. Thanks for nothing.