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Cocotte Bistro

4.4
4.4
745 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 96 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (613) 216-2912
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Located in an exclusive setting where classical architecture meets innovative concepts, our spaces were designed to provide you with the best setting for an array of events, from private meetings to weddings as well as large-scale gatherings. With up-to-date technology, The Metcalfe Hotel provides turn-key and stress-free services.
  • Neighbourhood
    Ottawa
  • Cross Street
    Avenue Laurier W.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • Valentine's 4-Course Table D'Hôte

    $100.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
    Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Cocotte Bistro! Treat your special someone to a 4-course French dining experience for $100 per person. On February 14th & 15th , only the Valentine’s Day menu will be available, and table reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure a great experience for all. Join us for an unforgettable evening! /// Célébrez la Saint-Valentin au Cocotte Bistro ! Offrez à la personne qui vous est chère une expérience gastronomique française de 4 plats pour 100 $ par personne. Les 14 et 15 février, seul le menu de la Saint-Valentin sera disponible, et les réservations de tables sont limitées à 2 heures afin de garantir une expérience inoubliable pour tous. Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée inoubliable !
    Valentine's 4-Course Table D'Hôte photo

What 745 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 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 dining experience with "outstanding food" and "great service." The French bistro ambiance is charming, blending cozy and chic elements. Although noise levels can be high, the "delicious French cuisine" and attentive staff make it worth visiting. Highlights include "perfectly executed" dishes and generous portions.

745 Reviews
  1. Julia

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great, I love the selections available on the menu! I also really appreciated the design and decor of the restaurant. Unfortunately the service was extremely slow and inattentive.

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  2. Ann

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding. We were there for a business meal and we weren’t rushed at all. The server was just the right amount of attentive. The food was perfectly prepared. This is becoming one of my favourite restaurants.

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  3. Sophia

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Large French Bistro in The Medcalf Hotel. Pleasant decor. I would suggest more subdued lighting for the evening. Service was attentive. We ordered the Winter Table D’hote. Soup and salad were good, the pork tenderloin in Choucroute Garnie was dry, while the rest of the plate was very good. Both desserts were excellent.

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  4. jo

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Despite having made a reservation a month in advance for one of the semi-circle booths the host had given it away to a walk-in customer and said he couldn’t stop them from sitting there. I disagree he should have respected the reservation and sat them elsewhere. In addition the service was slow and the waiter inattentive. The food was good but did not make up for the poor service. If you’re looking for quality food, service and atmosphere give Cocotte a miss.

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  5. Darren

    VIP

    Ottawa

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food temperature is often an issue here. Don't be shy to return it and they will make it right.

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  6. Mawy

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Notre réservation à travers OpenTable n’avait pas été enregistrée par le restaurant et nous n’avons pas obtenu la table demandée à notre arrivée - nous avons dû attendre 30 minutes. Je vais hésiter la prochaine fois avant d’avoir recours à Open Table!

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  7. Itzel

    Ottawa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I visited Cocotte for the first time on a Monday night, and it was wonderful. The ambiance from the moment you walk in feels comforting, inviting, and elegant. It was quiet and peaceful at 6:30 pm, with noise levels becoming moderate by 8. The duck confit was succulent and flavourful, and I really enjoyed the bed of beans that accompanied it. The penne was equally delicious with a nice velvety smooth cream sauce. Service was swift and professional without rushed. It was a great spot for a nice intimate dinner and we'll be thinking about that Stone Sour (10/10) for a while.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Itzel, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you and your partner had such a lovely experience with us. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the food and service—especially the duck confit and penne! And we're thrilled the Stone Sour left a lasting impression. We’d love to welcome you back for another special evening soon! Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  8. Ian

    VIP

    Toronto

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Late reservation was available on a snowy Monday evening We were welcomed warmly, had impeccable service from Yannick. Our soup and beet salad and soup and veal blanchette were attractively presented and deliciously tasty
    Cocotte BistroResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Ian, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your meal, and we're glad Yannick could make your visit special. The soup, beet salad, and veal blanchette sound like the perfect choice on a snowy evening! We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable meal. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  9. Kacey

    VIP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a great lunch before driving back to Toronto. Our server was great and ahead of everything. The salmon croissant was absolutely incredible
    Cocotte BistroResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Kacey, Thank you for stopping by before your trip back to Toronto! We're so glad you had a great lunch and enjoyed the salmon croissant. It’s also wonderful to hear that our service stood out. We hope to welcome you back next time you're in town! Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  10. cynthia

    Edmonton

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    2 of us had the Caosollet, duck confit which was excellent but husband had the mussels that was so tiny inside and the flavours was not well interacted into the mussels . The server just plopped the plates of food on our table n when we were finished he piled the plate of mussel shells with other dishes n splattered sauce in my husbands cashmere sweater! They apologized but the damaged was done . No tip .
    Cocotte BistroResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Cynthia, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the cassoulet and duck confit, but we're truly sorry to hear about your experience with the mussels and service. This is not the level of hospitality we strive for, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will address this with our team to ensure better care in the future. If you'd like to discuss this further, please feel free to reach out. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience next time. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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FAQs

Cocotte Bistro is rated 4.4 stars by 745 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 96 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cocotte Bistro

123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Avenue Laurier W.
  • Neighbourhood
    Ottawa
  • 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
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, French / Canadian, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (613) 216-2912
  • Private party facilities
    Located in an exclusive setting where classical architecture meets innovative concepts, our spaces were designed to provide you with the best setting for an array of events, from private meetings to weddings as well as large-scale gatherings. With up-to-date technology, The Metcalfe Hotel provides turn-key and stress-free services.
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