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Cocotte Bistro

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • 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

    CA$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 727 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 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 charming French ambiance with "authentic flavor" dishes and "warm and attentive" service. Guests appreciate its "lovely" atmosphere, "excellent value," and "fantastic" brunches. While some noted service delays, the attentive staff often compensates with thoughtful gestures, creating a memorable dining experience.

727 Reviews
  1. Jahan

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, service was great, Vítor was great
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Jahan, Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and the hospitality provided by Vítor. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  2. Maud

    Ottawa

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Our experience at Cocotte was unfortunately very disappointing. It was extremely loud. So loud that we could barely hold a conversation. (We are 30 year olds - can’t imagine elderly people) Our first drinks took over 20 minutes to arrive. The drink order was wrong but we said nothing because we didn’t want to wait another 20 minutes. The bread was stale. Our salmon tartare was fishy and the 43$ veal blanquette was overcooked... All that after waiting an hour before our mains arrived… Truly disappointing especially for the price
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Maud, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely apologize that your visit did not meet your expectations. Your feedback regarding the food and service will be addressed with our team to ensure improvements are made. We would appreciate the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience in the future. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  3. Celio

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocotte Bistro offers an intimate yet vibrant dining experience with a menu that highlights the best of French comfort food. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between cozy and chic, with rustic décor that transports you to the heart of Paris. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly, adding to the warm atmosphere. The menu features a wonderful selection of classic French dishes, with standout items like their perfectly executed confit de canard. Portions are generous, and the flavors are rich and balanced, making it clear that the chefs at Cocotte Bistro take pride in delivering high-quality, authentic French cuisine. If you're looking for a place that combines traditional French flavors with a modern bistro twist, Cocotte is definitely worth a visit. It’s perfect for a romantic night out, a celebration, or even just a casual evening with friends. Be sure to book ahead of time, it is a popular place!
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Celio, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Cocotte Bistro. It’s wonderful to know that the confit de canard was a highlight for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable visit. Warm regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  4. Jay

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Quite good. Really Noisy. To be fair it was a Sunday. However, the volume was at first just other tables then the music got slightly louder. It was just a lot of noise, and I could not hear the one other person at the table with me. Nice space set up. Staff were circulating but not hovering. No wait time. I will come again.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Jay, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the space, attentive service, and that there was no wait time. We understand that the noise level was a concern, especially on a busy Sunday, and we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit and hope your next experience will be even more enjoyable. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  5. Carole

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from Penny. Attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend and return to your beautiful French bistro. 🥰
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Carole, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your visit and received attentive and friendly service from Penny—she’ll be delighted to hear your compliments. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to our bistro soon! 🥰 Warm regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  6. Tom

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Order the pasta. It’s delicious. The veal was also fantastic. Desserts were very yummy too.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Tom, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the pasta, veal, and desserts. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon. Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  7. Carolyn

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, great value for money. Food is absolutely delicious; service is prompt, professional and friendly. Recommend for a special occasion, or just a nice evening out.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Carolyn, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and overall experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable evening. Warm regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  8. joanne

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff is exceptional. They all go out of their way to make your experience very enjoyable. Really appreciated the team approach to customer service. I'd go back in a heartbeat 💓
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Joanne, Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that our team made your experience so enjoyable. Your appreciation for our team’s efforts truly means a lot. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! 💓 Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  9. Donna

    Ottawa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Quiet environment. Perfect for business meetings.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Donna, Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to see you again soon for another great experience! Best regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  10. Kit

    VIP

    Montreal

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and the ambiance was great. From my point of view, the french onion soup lacked depth with the broth and the cheese was less gruyere than Emmental. The St-Jacques was ok, the scallops were quite small and the flowered potatoes lacked taste and was a bit dry. The sauce was also less thick than usual for a St-Jacques. However, the service and the food was great and the staff was very welcoming. Being French, I may be a bit picky, but overall I liked my experience and I would highly recommend going to Cocotte.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Kit, Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the service, ambiance, and welcoming atmosphere. Your detailed notes about the French onion soup and St-Jacques are greatly appreciated, and we’ll share them with our culinary team to refine these dishes further. We’re honored by your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience! Warm regards, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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FAQs

Cocotte Bistro is rated 4.4 stars by 727 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 PM
Booked 73 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.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • 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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