Food was unfortunate. We had the tasting menu to get a feel for the restaurant. The steak was chewy and tough. The hot dog tartine tasted the pee and the barley risotto was bland and extremely granny. The service was not bad but not in alignment with a $500 dinner. Over all a bad experience and an uncomfortable dinner. We were unable to finish any of the dishes we tried. read more

I was recommended this restaurant by a friend and it did not disappoint! Right away your eyes go to the chalkboard menu which is equivalent to a "Steak Stock Market" where different cuts of beef are offered until they run out. Such a unique experience and I opted for the NY Strip which did not disappoint. Top that off with an amazing bottle of French wine and you have one of the best wine/steak experiences in Seattle. HIGHLY recommend for an intimate and immersive fine dining experience! read more

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I had been told a million times I HAD to come here. Truth is they were right, but I still want to go back to try more. It wasn't the BEST food I've had, but the experience is really fun and I'm sure we could've ordered better if we knew a bit more of the meat cuts. Our friends recommended the mashed potatoes, probably the best I've had in my life. The Bateau salad was good to add something refreshing to the meal, but maybe too many chickpeas, and the french onion croquettes were amazing although a bit too salty for me. It's SO fun (and at the same time very stressful) to see the meat cuts on the board and watch as they go, but the waiter did an amazing job recommending cuts based on flavors/preferences we had. Really good experience, but I know it can be much better! read more

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My husband and I went here for our anniversary a few months ago. At our table they had written an anniversary card congratulating us! Which was such a lovely touch! We started by sharing the steak tartare. I don't normally like this dish unless it's done simply and traditionally but on this occasion it was delicious! There were a few little extra things but it didn't overwhelm the tartare. We then each had steaks which were good but wouldn't say were the best we've had in Seattle. However, the service was amazing, the other dishes and our drinks were delicious so perhaps it was just the particular cut. I'd recommend Bateau for the beautiful decor, drinks, food and atmosphere. While the steaks weren't the best I've had I'd still go back. read more

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Disappointment is an understatement! As soon as we walked in, it was just negative from the start. The hostess gave us a look like "Oh you have children with you". (the restaurant website doesn't say anything about not being kid friendly) My husband booked an early reservation at 5:30pm as we usually do at any restaurant, when bringing our two toddlers. We went to this restaurant for an early Mother's Day dinner on Friday. We always book early dinners, so we don't inconvenience any other guest. The restaurant was pretty empty. There were only two other tables taken. The hostess said something negative to my toddlers who were playing with their two cars in the table. At the point, I had enough of the negativity, so we kindly decided to just leave and not have dinner anymore. We are foodies and have eaten at many restaurants including Michelin restaurants with our children and haven't been treated this poorly. I have never felt discriminated so badly as we did here for bringing our toddlers. read more

Great steak and friendly service. I'm more of a "medium" grill myself so the medium-rare here was a bit too rare for me but still delicious! Great place for carnivore's and our waitress did a great job explaining each cut to help me find the right ones. Really cute space for occasions, styled like a traditional French countryside spot! read more

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Absolutely delicious food. The service is phenomenal. Starters: Oysters - 5/5 French Onion Croquettes - 5/5 Sides: Frites & Aioli - 4/5 Summer Squash - 5/5 Boeuf: New York Strip - 5/5 Dessert: Bread Pudding - 5/5 Tallow Cake - 4/5 I took my brother here for his birthday and it was amazing. I'm a ribeye fan, but my brother and I split a 19oz New York and I was not disappointed. The bone marrow butter is incredible. Steak was cooked perfect. The oysters were tasty, my brother isn't a fan and still enjoyed them here. The summer squash was delicious. The croquettes are super good. Bread pudding is amazing. read more

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One word for Bateau - salty. Ordered the 5 course tasting menu for $125. First the steak tartare. It came with these grain crackers loaded with salt and the steak tartare had an overwhelming taste of horseradish. The consomme and beef liver mousse was good but I feel like I've had better liver mousse at other restaurants. The butter basted steak was good but they didn't even ask me how I'd like my steak cooked/prepared. Half of the steak had this herb sauce and the other had this butter sauce. The mustard greens were super salty and drowning in this xo sauce. I didn't even finish eating it. The fromage ice cream was good it had this subtle cheesy taste but you're better off skipping dessert here and just getting Frankie and Jo's ice cream next door. The tallow cake was good as well. Overall the host and waitress was friendly but the food was salty and overpriced in my opinion. I'd only order the meats here if I ever return. read more

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No stars for the steak, service, or overall experience. 1 star for appetizers and 1 star for dessert for a total of 2. I was very excited to try this place for a long time and was very disappointed. The steaks were high quality but very over cooked. My boyfriend ordered medium rare and it was medium well, I ordered medium and it was nearly medium well. Our server noticed and proceeded to tell us that it is correct because the cooks measure the temperature using a thermometer. Yes, I know measuring the temperature helps identify when steaks are done but it does not mean the cook could not have messed up. Probably not the best way to handle unsatisfied customers at an expensive restaurant. We ordered 21 day aged steaks and I know this can change how they cook a little bit, but not much. It felt as though I would be better off buying a nice steak and cooking it myself, especially for the price. We ordered the deconstructed BLT which was surprisingly very good - so flavorful and great fresh heirloom tomatoes. The mashed potatoes were like pure butter deliciousness. The bread pudding for dessert was decadent and creamy. Overall, food was good except for the main dish. Good steak is the reason you come here and that is not what I received, I will not make the mistake of coming here again. I can get much better service and a much nicer steak for a price tag of approximately $200+ for 2 people. read more

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Taste: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Presentation: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 One of my favorite Seattle restaurants! There are so many different cuts to choose from. The staff can help with recommendations if you aren't sure what to order. Their new york is a must try! read more

Bateau - Beef liver mousse toast - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I went to Bateau for an anniversary dinner and it did not disappoint. We had a 5:15pm reservation which played out well because there were plenty of steak choices left on the menu. We decided against the 5-course tasting menu. See below for what we ordered and how each item faired. Starters: Liver Mousse- I try and like the liver flavor because of its health benefits but this ended up being our least favorite dish... Whoops forgot to finish the review from a while back but this place was great. read more

Came here Saturday night with a reservation for 3 at 830PM. Came in early around 8 due to plans earlier in the day ending earliest than expected. Hostess was friendly and offered us to sit at the bar until table was ready. We sat at the bar (small bar with 5 seats or so) and ordered one round of drinks. The bartender was friendly and helpful. We were only at the bar for about 10 minutes and was seated at our table. The menu is 90% drinks, only the first page is food related, with starters sides and some entrees. The steaks available for the day will be on the wall written on a chalk board at various places in the restaurant, as people order different cuts and sizes the options get crossed off the board. For starters we got the beef liver mousse (4/5) and prawns (3/5 a little too salty for me) For steaks we got the 56 days dry aged sirloin 12 oz (5/5) and a 21 days dry aged New York strip (4/5). Flavor wise, I love the aged flavor of steaks so I enjoyed the 56 days aged way more than the 21. For sides we got the kale gratin (4/5) and mashed potato (4/5). One of my favorite restaurants over the weekend in Seattle, definitely recommend this place. If I were to compare this steakhouse to one that I like in LA, it would Gwen. read more

Bateau - Beef Liver Pâté - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Interesting take on a steakhouse. If you're looking for typical cuts, you'll find them and think this is a nice place. However, the chalkboard is full of cuts most steakhouses and grocery stores don't carry. If that interests you, then Bateau is a must. Next, if you like typical steakhouse preps and sides, then Bateau may seem a bit adventurous. But if you get excited when you get to choose between anchovy butter, brown butter, or bone marrow butter, then Bateau may be your place. Lastly, going as a group can be fun because they will pre-select the menu for your table. However, you might need to ask that they include some interesting cuts. PS: The staff is very knowledgeable especially Sean (I think), the bartender and sommelier. read more

Bateau - Love it when the restaurant chooses dinner for your table! - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing food and service. We had the 5 course tasting menu and it did not disappoint. Every dish was delicious. The steak is to die for. I've never had tri-tip that was this delectable before. The tasting menu was as if the chef sat down and thought of how many ways they can use beef in different dishes and make them come out flavorful and new. Our server Kai was amazing along with all the other staff at Bateau. We will definitely be back. read more

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If you want a fine dining experience with great steak and oysters, this is it. I went for an anniversary dinner and had the 5 course tasting menu and every dish was exceptional. Every course was well seasoned, but I can see someone who is sensitive to salt perhaps thinking things are too salty, but for me I thought it was great. I was also completely stuffed by the last course! The waitresses were also extremely helpful and friendly. The restaurant itself is very nice with upscale but hip ambiance. read more

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Bateau is perfect for a date night or special occasion. Recommend going earlier rather than later, since the number of each cut of meat is limited. The staff is so helpful in explaining steaks we weren't familiar with. The meat was cooked perfectly - with a great char and medium rare inside. The sauces were a nice complement. Excellent cocktails and wine round out the menu. Check out their sister place, Boat Bar, for a slightly more casual vibe. read more

Bateau - Two types of steak with frites - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Phenomenal service and great ambiance. However- the food slightly underwhelmed. The steaks we received tasted fresh and were skillfully prepared. But the flavor profile was odd and sort of gamey... We ordered a few appetizers as well- croquettes, fries, and the bateau salad. Again- super salty and odd flavor profiles. The garlic aioli for the fries tasted like just plain mayo. However, the shrub I ordered was really delicious and my husband and I both agreed that we loved the mushrooms that came as a side. Overall- a decent meal but nothing to rave about read more

Very cool experience with the chalk board of freshly aged cuts of beef. They have a recommended tasting course or full menu. Our hostess and server were both very welcoming and informative of the experience, and we were sat right by the butcher's room which was really cool. The food was great! We got croquettes and tomatoes to start. Both were amazing and felt very fancy, including a sauce with an unbroken egg yolk that added so much richness. The tomatoes had chunks of beef that made it so delicious and rich as well. The sides we got were the summer squash, frites (really just fries), and the mashed potatoes with the cheese (can't remember what they are called). The star of the entire meal was the summer squash. Highly recommend, with pieces of flavorful okra as well. The potatoes were suuuuper cheesy which made a fun stretch, but also very tasty. The fries were good and fresh, and there was a savory rosehip ketchup along with them. The steaks were good! But also the reason they lose a star. They really have every cut of meat, from every part of the cow, and the server was very knowledgeable about each piece. They have just a couple pieces of each cut every night, so get there early for the largest selection. They were cooked right, with a selection of butters to choose from for flavor. But nothing about the $60 steak that was in front of me at the end amazed me. It wasn't huge, the flavor wasn't legendary, and it was actually under-seasoned in my opinion. At the end of the day, I would have rather just saved my money on the steak, and gotten a steak of similar quality from my local butcher and cooked it at home for 1/3 the price. read more

Omg this place was amazing! All the food we ordered from the steak, mushrooms, salad and desserts were to die for. They were also very knowledgeable about all their food and wine. Definitely a must try when in Seattle! read more

The food is deeply inconsistent. The hot dog tartine had an unpleasant processed meat taste. The dry aged steak tasted like leather and jerky. As other reviews note some of the staff are nice and some are quite rude, but that paled in comparison to some of the deeply troubling flavor combinations. The beef fat caramel topping on the doughnut was a war between sweet and burnt flesh. I had to brush my teeth after the meal to try and bury the memory of it. The drink pairing included some truly awful abominations. I have never had anything as bad as Tawny port "shaken" with some mint thing. It literally tasted like raisin and mouthwash mixed together. The service was incredibly slow. Took 20 minutes to get Diet Coke refill. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more

It was a fun date with the hubby. Nice ambiance, fun to order, and beautiful presentation, but that's about it. None of the food was memorable. With so many other good places to tantalize your taste buds I would be hard pressed to come back. read more

Great food and decent service. Lively ambiance, so be ready to talk over others. If you're not a red meat consumer, absolutely avoid this place. read more

I cannot say enough good things about our meal! We are steak people and although dry aged is different it was beyond our expectations. Every side was delicious and the beef fat donut was so good I ordered one to go. Be open to new flavors, order beyond your normal palette, and trust the excellent staff. You won't regret it! read more

We went to Bateau for our wedding anniversary and while the food was good the service was shockingly bad. We consulted with our server on which aged steak to order, told them it was our anniversary and that we had come just for the aged steak, picked out what butter it went with and then our server--completely forgot to place our order. We enjoyed the appetizers while looking forward to our main course. When it appeared to not be coming, we asked our server who realized the mistake. By then it was too late to place the order. He comped us a few cocktails as an apology, which hardly made up for it. Is the aged steak good? I guess we will never know. read more

I had to let this experience sit for a few days. I am mixed on this restaurant and the overall visit that I had. I love local establishments and concept visions for why the restaurant was created. This restaurant has a whole cow philosophy that creates a unique experience for getting the most out of the resources available which promotes sustainability. I applaud that effort. While dining at 8pm however as a solo diner, half of the available menu was already crossed off the board. The concept of the restaurant has an unintended consequence of creating an uneven experience for diners. If you are a group of 5-6, you have many more options for a quality cut of beef than solo or 2 people. If you are solo, the choices can be very limited and the quality/tenderness of the beef may be an issue. Wine selection is good. Atmosphere is great. My meal however was a miss altogether. The salad was okay, but not great. The steak choice, with the staff's recommendation, was tough and flavorless. I could not eat it. The bread was toasted and became dry. Just not my night. The manager was great and we agreed that it was just not my night for a great meal. It happens. I would try this place again as a solo diner, but might select an early time for my meal experience. I hope they can even out the experience for everyone and stay true to the concepts. read more

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Took a business group here recently. Only six of us, but ordered the prix fixe family style menu. Service terribly slow. Suspect they do better w smaller groups and the regular menu which many rave about. Obviously gets many fine reviews, but I would not return, certainly not with a group, and honestly I'm not that fussy. read more

Bateau has been rated among the best steakhouses in Seattle for some time, but my recent visit left much to be desired. The steaks were not tender; missing flavor; and over priced. The sides, and wine selection are just fine. read more

I went here for my birthday on a solo trip a few months back. The service is amazing, the drinks were great, food and desert were even better. I got the 5 course meal. I wish I remember what I ate but I would recommend this for a solo dinner or even a cute date. The ambiance is nice. My total was around 238 with a generous tip. Definitely going to come back when I'm in seattle again! read more

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The steak on the tasting menu -the tri-tip was painfully chewy and the sirloin had so much gristle I got 2 good bites. Neither of us cared to finish the steak course of a tasting menu at a steak house! Then they totally gaslighted us by saying "those cuts aren't for everyone" we eat our a lot and always go for the tasting menu. Our bill was $500 after a $150 bottle of wine and couldn't chew the steak course...at a steak house!! read more

Hot take: Bateau has take-out! I placed an order over the phone for Bateau's World Famous (probably) le Petit Burger with frites. I literally dream about this burger, the zippy aioli, sweet onion jam, perfectly portioned gruyere, and buttery brioche bun...I'm drooling a little bit as I write this. The frites have to be twice fried because they have a golden brown and crunchy exterior but a softer piping hot center. Next time, I'm going to order their cook-at-home frites offering, because I ate my frites way too fast and needed more. The food at Bateau is insane, but I come here over some of the other steakhouses in town because of the people who work here. The people make the experience great. Each staff member has a point-of-view of the food and beverages they serve, but they won't shove it down your throat. (This is true of all the Sea Creatures spots btw.) Interacting with the team is like being tucked into bed and being read a story. Y'all 2020 has been something; treat yourself to Bateau. You deserve it! read more

We had a great time dining here at Bateau. The steaks here are unreal and the rest of the food was so good. Our server was amazing and helped us recommend so much good food. Definitely recommend checking this unreal spot out. read more

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Compliments to the FOH staff because they were on point. Only stick with the steaks and cocktails here, because we just forked out $650 for a "NYE tasting menu for two" that was absolutely horrific. First two courses were okay, but it was downhill from there...third course was way too salty, fourth entree course and dessert were inedible. I'm only writing this because I hope it makes it to the chef, because we've had nothing but fantastic meals here in the past. Maybe tone down the experimentation and stick to what you do best? I feel like we've been robbed. Ugh. Happy New Year! read more

// Summary Wonderful tasting menu experience with great people who care about the quality of their craft. // Experience I ordered the tasting menu with the wine pairing, and boy was it an experience to go through. There wasn't a dish that wasn't perfectly prepared and picturesquely presented. Each bite was a party in the mouth and simply wonderful. // Service Everyone was nice and friendly, the courses came out pretty quickly. The descriptions that each person gave regarding their process, the courses, and the wine were informative and passionate, displaying how each person there knew their craft with utmost precision. // Ambiance They got a relaxed classy ambiance to them, but the most notable features are their large chalkboards with a bunch of different cuts of meat on them based on their availability. As people order, they cross things off. // Convenience You may want to anticipate getting here early or making early reservations, so that you can have all your options for ordering. Parking may be an issue, as it's a busy neighborhood. read more

Amazing food! We enjoyed trying new cuts and each dish was delicious. We had the bresaola and baby lettuce salad to start - highly recommend both. The salad was perfectly dressed and the dried beef was delightful. Our steaks were cooked to order and the side of frites was excellent. Dessert did not disappoint and we left full and happy, ready to do it all again! read more

This unique approach to how to serve beef is interesting. Of course many do not get the cut they seek. The prices are extremely high. We had a filet and a NYC strip aged 182 days. Both were disappointing. Staff was very nice. Better than the product. Will not return. read more

I went 4/16/24 and found a medical band aid in the bread pudding. It was terrible and had to do blood tests the next day just to be safe. Unfortunately, the restaurant couldn't pinpoint the person responsible. The staff took my number and let me leave without paying. They followed up with me next day asking how I was doing and that they contacted the health department. I'm leaving this review because this should never happen. I hope the restaurant finds a way to ensure that. read more

Bateau - Band aid in the bread pudding - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Note: Ate here before Covid19 was on anyone's radar so this is a slightly delayed review, but they deserve it. We made a same-day Friday reservation for 5pm dinner and it was the best decision I've made since marrying my husband. Our meal was AMAZING. I highly recommend coming here for their steaks and considering their tasting menu too. Worth every penny you'll spend. We got some great advice from our waiter. We were interested in exploring how the kitchen focuses on whole animal butchery, so we decided to do the tasting menu (after the waiter impressively recited the whole thing to us on the spot), but since there is no steak as part of the menu, we also opted to order a small steak. We got two tiny delicious herbed gougeres to start, which were filled with a delicious caramelized yeast puree. Sounds weird, but trust me, it was delightful. 1st course: steak tartar with capers, allium blossoms, and fermented potato chips. Because I am not a raw meat fan, I asked if it would be possible to have a substitution. The kitchen was amazingly generous and let me have the reuben millefeuille with beef brisket. My husband loved both of these. The capers and Russian dressing were a little strong for my tastes and kind of prevented me from enjoying the brisket, but it was a beautiful dish. 2nd course: aged thinly sliced bresalau with arugula, pickled berries, almond oil. The bresalau shined. This was absolutely perfectly balanced, and we LOVED the pickled berries. 3rd course: Brined and grilled beef tongue w yellow beet remoulade finished with mustard. The best tongue I've ever had (wink, wink). But really. And I love me some lengua tacos, but this was the perfect execution and perfect balance. Also a super generous portion of protein. 4th course: Braised beef cheek w elderberry glaze. Lentil salad with hazelnuts, shallots. Amazing. Was it beef cheek or fat angel tears? It just melted in my mouth. The lentil salad could have been a dish on its own, it was so good. How come I can never make lentils like this at home? I guess that's why I pay big bucks to eat it at places like Bateau. ADD ON: Hip cut sirloin w anchovy butter. We were so glad we tried this. The hip cut was excellent, and perfectly cooked to medium rare. The aging gave it a nice funky umami flavor, and the anchovy butter complimented it perfectly. I'd come back for this for sure. 5th course: Millionaire shortbread w beef fat, caramel, chocolate, peanut ice cream. Very decadent ending to a lovely meal. Great textural elements. And with the check, we got two tiny, lovely mint chocolate chip meringues. It was a delicious meal and a lovely experience, and I am so glad we got to try everything. It was a LOT of food, and we didn't finish it all, so they boxed it up kindly, and we took it home. We will absolutely be back, and we will definitely chose an early dinner again, so we can have our pick of the best cuts of meat. Also, in case you were wondering, service is excellent and the bathrooms are clean (and brightly lit! So it's easy to fix your make-up). read more

Bateau - What's left on the menu at 7:15pm on a Friday night. Steaks do sell out! - Steakhouses Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a fun, interactive dining experience!! Our waitress was very knowledgeable and helpful in helping us pick the perfect cuts. We are usually not salad people but the Baby Lettuces is a must for everyone who comes here!! Full of umami and the sweetness from the crunchy hazelnut is to die for. The shaved egg yolk is such a nice touch that adds another layer of saltiness and creaminess to the dish. For our sides we decided to go double potatoes - Frites & Aioli and Buttery Mashed Potatoes!! Would recommend getting BOTH! They truly know how to do potatoes here! For the Mashed Potatoes, MUST get aligot style - what's not to love? Potatoes? - Yes Cheese? - Yes Potatoes and Cheese? - 100x yes!!! For our main course, we got the 7oz Flat Iron and 7oz Jacob's Ladder medium rare with Bone Marrow Butter. The Flat Iron was more tender than the Jacob's Ladder but both were phenomenal!! Extremely juicy and flavorful. Would highly recommend!! read more

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We were really looking forward to a more modern, steakhouse for a special dinner. The concept is good--read their webpage. Service excellent. Atmosphere and decor beautiful. However, at the prices charged which is close to $100/pound for basic cuts, the steaks and sides have to be good or better. It is the complete opposite. The two cuts we had lack flavor, marbling, and way undercut further highlighting the lackluster flavor of the meat. I personally would not use this beef or a stir fry or stew at home. If you want to feel special and pay for it, like going to a spa, then by all means give it a try, but not worth it with other excellent steakhouses in Seattle and equally beautiful restaurants in Seattle. A few specific notes; Steaks are not seared. More like baked. Medium rare is actually rare. A paltry amount of mashed potato and while good, it had too much butter/ cream. It's unnecessary. No green salad is a travesty and deserts don't inspire. Mushrooms had a funny taste to them--tried too hard to be different. Sitting under the chalk board was mildly annoying. The restaurant is stunningly beautiful in its simple design and color schemes -one of the best set ups in the city and the staff seem like they are really trying. read more

This restaurant is definitely not worth visiting. You would be better off going to any traditional steak houses if you want good quality steak around the same price range. The food is sooooo slow. We waited for an hour for our steaks and when they came, it was very very underwhelming, barely any flavor and slightly on the dry side for all three different cuts (cote de boeuf and 42 days ribeye and chunk eye). The appetizers were not very good either. We ordered the mushrooms parfait and the French onion croquettes, they were dry and not flavorful. Won't be coming back for sure. read more