Rover's Restaurant
(206) 325-7442
2808 E Madison St
Seattle,
WA
98112
47.6238
-122.2961
Neighborhoods: Stevens, Capitol Hill
What People Are Saying About Rover's Restaurant
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The Scene
With butter-yellow walls, fresh flowers and bold art, Chef Thierry Rautureau's Madison Park institution is like a French country inn tucked away in the city. The staff knows service and courses arrive well paced; plan a whole evening to fully enjoy the prix-fixe menu.
The Food
The parade of artful dishes begins with delicate flavors and builds to bolder tastes. Although the menu changes daily, one classic first course is an herbed scrambled egg served in the shell with lime creme fraiche and caviar. A spice-infused pinot noir sorbet cleanses the palate before a main course of tender venison medallions in a sumptuous black peppercorn sauce. The Symphony of Dessert is a trio of small wonders--chocolate bombe, vanilla cream with pistachios and fresh apple profiterole.
User Reviews
Anonymous
September 05, 2008
You can get some high quality food here as well as the chef's special of the day. Your portions will be small and the prices are very high. But if you love fancy food, enjoy!
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sunifyre
July 17, 2008
Brilliant, brilliant food! 'Nuff said. Ambiance/service == a 3 star Michelin restaurant without the stuffiness. Definitely my new favorite restaurant in Seattle. The best part was talking to the chef in the hat at the end of our meal. He was so funny and cool!
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koi29
May 04, 2008
Rover's is an amazing restaurant. We visited on a weekday night. The tasting menus are expensive, but everything is available a la carte, so if you don't want to splurge, you don't have to. This restaurant IS expensive, but you have to expect that from a fine dining joint. White table cloths, polished/super sophisticated service, orchestrated dining... that all comes with a price! The plates are gorgeous, delicious, and leave you wanting more, and then voila! the next course arrives!!! There isn't any other restaurant in Seattle that serves food at this caliber. Appetizer, entree and dessert, isn't really how Rover's works, but it was a welcome change! This place is for people who know how to dine and have a sense of adventure!
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What to Drink:
Half-bottle wine selections are perfect for two people who want to enjoy a different wine with each course.
When to Go:
Lunch is served only on Fridays; a three-course prix-fixe menu is available for $35, or order a la carte. Reservations are recommended.
The Extras:
During the month of March, Rover's is revisiting French classics: Come for dinner and have a special four-course dinner for $45.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Check, American Express, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Outdoor Dining, Online Reservations, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Notable Chef:
Thierry Rautureau
