Persimmon
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: (206) 632-0760
- Cross Street:
- 42nd Street
- Hours:
- Wed-Fri 5:30pm-9:30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-3pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm
Editorial Review for Persimmon – by Bethany Jean Clement
The Scene
This little Fremont storefront charms with deco fixtures, a retro diner counter, and an eclectic mix of art hung on walls the color of its namesake fruit-which also decorates the tables. The tiny kitchen and single server make for a meal that's rather slow-paced while diners converse happily over quiet jazz background music.
The Food
Start with a smoky, gamey duck liver pate lidded with a thick layer of fat and served with terrific grainy stone-ground mustard, or try a small plate of crispy potato pancakes topped with pretty smoked salmon and spoonfuls of rich mascarpone infused with dill. Pastas might include wide ribbons of pappardelle in a roasted tomato sauce with smatterings of wild mushrooms. Meats like pork tenderloin and Misty Isle ribeye steak are done just right and thoughtfully paired with sides such as creamy, savory Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and a super-cheesy, delicious vegetable gratin.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitAsk to be seated in the deep red, retro-Asian back room to up the romance factor---and you can ask them to turn down the lights.
Look GoodYou'll be hailed as a hero for ordering (and sharing!) the molten chocolate cake with its airy, souffle-like top layer and side dish of unsweetened whipped cream.
User Reviews for Persimmon
01/30/2008 Posted by kangel09
I've been in the food industry for 12 years and multiple cities; this is the stuff! All of the brunch items are stellar but the corned beef hash is my favorite. Owner run and friendly staff. The place is small so it can take some time for the 2 (wo)man kitchen to pump out the food. That is to say, bring a book or good company and don't be starving (although, you can always ask for your toast or biscuit first.) I just love this place.
Pros: Food, cozy space, good coffee
Cons: None
09/09/2007 Posted by ladyjame
I'm a foodie and willing to pay more than most for good food, but I put my foot down when it comes to paying $4 for 2 pieces of bacon. I guess I should say 2 and a half because they did "garnish" the side of bacon with a piece of bacon fat. I had brunch there for the first (and last) time and had high hopes when I saw they served corned beef hash, a favorite of mine. I give them props for decent flavor, but at $10.50 a plate, it was way over priced for the portion size. And paying $2.50 for 8 oz of fresh squeezed orange juice (out of a gallon jug, not actually fresh squeezed) is outrageous. And a BLT for $8.50? C'mon! And that's just for the sandwich. We lamented to the server that $4 seemed a bit much to pay for 2 small strips of bacon and she just shrugged and said "that's what we serve." Overpriced food, shruggy service...what more could you ask for?
Pros: Atmosphere
Cons: Value, service
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