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Cocotte Bistro

4.3
4.3
766 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Meet Cocotte...A taste of modern authentic French cuisine

Bubbles by the glass, locally sourced fresh ingredients, seasonal creations. Whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a weekend brunch, treat yourself to delectable and visually stunning dishes inspired by French cuisine.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, French / Canadian, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet

What 766 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 recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Ottawa

    Great for brunch

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

  • Ottawa

    Great for brunch

  • Ottawa

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cocotte Bistro offers a vibrant, cozy atmosphere with "delicious food" and "great service." Highlights include a diverse menu with standout French dishes and an "excellent wine list." Though service can be slow during busy times, the friendly staff and warm ambiance make it a "lovely dining experience."

766 Reviews
  1. Yves

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Belle découverte… bon resto bon rapport qualité prix . Service attentionné A1 Nous reviendrons assurément.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocotte was incredible. Our hostesses and waiter were professional and polite. Our waiter knew the menu, was friendly and professional. The food was outstanding from the fois gras to the salmon and the surprise dessert for our special occasion. An overall 10/10. Please visit and keep it open!

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  3. Jeff

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    An excellent lunch experience. very popular on a thursday so a lot of ambient noise - good service- great food

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  4. Diane

    Ottawa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, attentive service, wonderful venue. We had a very enjoyable night!

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  5. Cindy

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They didn’t provide the table we reserved and confirmed with a phone call which was one of their booth banquet tables in the main dining area. Instead we got a bank seat in the back room which was loud and less attractive in decor. Oysters were mushy. Accoutrements lacked flavour. Came with seafood sauce, 2 lemon wedges and horseradish radish that had no flavour. Bread was cold. Butter was cold and hard. Appetizers 1: beef tartare had corn as a filler. 2. Duck & foie gras rillettes was tough and chewy. Mains: 1. saint Jacques- scallops were fishy and only got 4 scallops, all drowned in a cream sauce. 2. Cassoulet - flavourless. The confit duck leg also was softly cooked - no crisp to the skin. They were out of stock on 3 of the wines we wanted from the menu. Service was kind and warm however very slow. Often we sat with empty glasses and dirty plates. For the price and location we expected better food, service and overall experience. Much better restaurants in Ottawa to choose from at the same price point with excellent value. We won’t return here or recommend Cocotte.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Cindy, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will continue working to improve. We’re grateful for your visit and hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Scallops and coq au vin were nicely prepared. Server was very attentive.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the scallops and coq au vin, and that our server took great care of you. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards,

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  7. Mackenzie

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were delicious! The service was a little slow and seemed a bit forgetful - the server himself was kind and friendly.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Mackenzie, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and drinks. We apologize for the slow service and will be addressing this with our team to ensure a smoother experience next time. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards,

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  8. Jenna

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our brunch at Cocotte Bistro! The food was very delicious and our server Janan was so nice and attentive. Definitely recommend! :)
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Jenna, Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your brunch, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Janan. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back! Best regards,

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  9. Elsa

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My friend and I have been served by Cedric. He did a great service. He was intentional communicated with us, and was patient.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Elsa, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear that Cedric took great care of you. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. We look forward to welcoming you and your friend back soon! Best regards, Cocotte Bistro

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  10. sian

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely evening! Service was outstanding from the concierge, to the server, to the busboys. Very attentive & polite. Menu was diverse and interesting, food was delicious. Excellent wine list. Highly recommend!
    Cocotte BistroResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Sian, Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a lovely evening and that our team provided excellent service. We’re also glad you enjoyed the menu and wine list. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Cocotte Bistro

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Cocotte Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 766 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
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123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, French / Canadian, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–9:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
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