Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

4.3

51 Reviews

£26 to £40

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 3, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Found in the heart of the Brighton Lanes and run by the charismatic Brighton restaurateur, Coco Cowan, Coco's Bistro is one of Brighton’s premiere seafood restaurants – though we always have a little steak for those who prefer it and will happily create something vegetarian
‘off-menu’ if requested.

Originally a fisherman’s cottage, Coco's Bistro has been a specialist seafood restaurant for more than 50 years. We’ve retained a traditional decorative style which helps create an intimate and comfortable atmosphere whether you’re having a simple one-course lunch or a three-course dinner. When the weather is good we also have tables outside for eating alfresco.

We pride ourselves on using the best local fresh fish where possible. Besides our regular favourites such as Fish Pie our menu changes daily depending on the best of the catch from our suppliers. We also source the best, freshest locally grown produce and ingredients to use with and in our cook

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Meat
Hours of operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
01273 325560
Website
http://www.cocosbistro.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Fresh fish and seafood including classics: Dover Sole, Lobster, Scallops; favourites like Fish Pie or breadcrumbed Fish and Chips; Pasta dishes and Steaks also available. Homemade desserts Creme brulee, bread and butter pud. A 18th century cottage in the lanes, truly unique setting for a relaxing dinner. À La Carte Menu.<br />Welcome to Coco’s Bistro.<br />
Private party facilities
Separate dining areas on 1st floor, for functions or parties.Offering a reduced a la carte menu only from fourth july re opening

Location
49 Market Place, The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1HH
Neighborhood
Brighton
Cross street
East st north st lanes
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are 15 mins walk from Brighton mainline train station and 5 mins from the Brighton Pier and seafront.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Chicken Caesar Salad
Mixed leaf with Parmesan shavings, Crouton and Caesar dressing
Fish and Chips
Cozze Linguine
Pasta with Mussels and Tomato sauce
Slow Roast Lamb Shank
(supplement of £1.50) served with creamed potato
Rump Steak (6oz.)
(Supplement of £1.50) Served with Homemade Chunky Chips and Tomato

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

51 Reviews

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Troels
Seychelles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We have at OpenTable seen this as a recommended choice for Fish and Seafood, this was not our experience, think there is many better possibilities in Brighton. The restaurant was totally empty and only one more couple arrived in a friday evening where many other restaurants were full. The waiter was gently and helpfull, but the level of food did not meet our expectations.
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FabriceL
Bath
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honest food , full of flavour and super service. So many places try to be something that they are not nowadays it is refreshing to find a gem like this. We have been to Coco (New name) a couple of times now and will go back again!
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HarrietM
Hertfordshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely meal at Darcy’s - it wasn’t cheap but we both had the lobster and the wine was one of the best reeds I have out for a long time. The whitebait was also very fresh. If you want something different and get away from the chains this place is worth a try. The waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. There were three other couples in the restaurant and they all seemed to enjoy their meals.
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HilaryC
Brighton
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, excellent service. We were able to sit outside due to nice weather and it was like being abroad. Only downside was the toilet was 2 flights up and stairs quite steep.
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Goodeating
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The seafood was utterly delicious. Seafood pasta with plenty of seafood included, so tasty. My friends had the sardines tasting so fresh. You could tell the chef really knew how to cook and present his good. Generous portions too.
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OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious as always! Lobster pasta is an absolute must! x
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very definitely NOT closed down as a previous reviewer had suggested. Everything was exactly as expected and "right on the button".
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JeffE
New Orleans
12 reviews
vip
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant is closed down - take it off Open Table.
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MichaelM
Brighton
12 reviews
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Very expensive for what we had and the food wasn’t bad but at these prices should have been a lot better. The restaurant itself could do with modernisation.
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ChristineJ
Brighton
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was excellent and the gentleman waiting on us was friendly and worked hard. We sat outside but there were no lights or plants to add to ambience. The restaurant itself appeared very ‘tired’.
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FAQs

Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK is rated 4.3 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 3, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Google Map for Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

49 Market Place, The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1HH

Additional information

Cross street
East st north st lanes
Neighborhood
Brighton
Hours of operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Meat
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
We are 15 mins walk from Brighton mainline train station and 5 mins from the Brighton Pier and seafront.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cocosbistro.co.uk/
Phone number
01273 325560
Catering
Fresh fish and seafood including classics: Dover Sole, Lobster, Scallops; favourites like Fish Pie or breadcrumbed Fish and Chips; Pasta dishes and Steaks also available. Homemade desserts Creme brulee, bread and butter pud. A 18th century cottage in the lanes, truly unique setting for a relaxing dinner. À La Carte Menu.<br />Welcome to Coco’s Bistro.<br />
Private party facilities
Separate dining areas on 1st floor, for functions or parties.Offering a reduced a la carte menu only from fourth july re opening

Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

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Menu

1st Course

Soup of the day

Bruscheta

Duck Pate

2nd Course

Chicken Caesar Salad

Fish and Chips

Cozze Linguine

Slow Roast Lamb Shank

Rump Steak (6oz.)

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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