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Cocotte Bistro

4.3 (827)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French
123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
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
  • 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

  • Mother's Day

    CA$70.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us in celebrating Mother’s Day at Cocotte Bistro with our delightful 3-course Table D’hôte Menu priced at $70, excluding tax. Please be advised that our regular brunch menu will not be available on this day. ----------------- Célébrez la Fête des Mères avec nous au Cocotte Bistro et régalez-vous avec notre délicieux menu 3 plats à table d’hôte pour 70 dollars, taxes non incluses. Veuillez noter que notre menu brunch habituel ne sera pas disponible ce jour-là.
    Mother's Day Photo
  • Mothers Day Brunch

    CA$70.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us for Mother's Day celebrations at Cocotte Bistro! Indulge in our special 3-course 70$ table d'hôte menu, featuring a sumptuous breakfast buffet and a variety of delicious desserts. . Explore our menu on our website: https://cocottebistro.com Rejoignez-nous pour les festivités de la fête des mères au Cocotte Bistro ! Offrez-vous notre menu exclusif de 3 plats à la table d'hôte pour 70$, avec un somptueux buffet petit-déjeuner et une sélection de délicieux desserts. Découvrez notre menu sur notre site web : https://cocottebistro.com/
    Mothers Day Brunch Photo

What 827 people are saying

Cocotte Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.2Service
  • 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 charming French dining experience with "delicious food," "great service," and a "beautiful" ambiance. Standout dishes include the Coq au Vin and eggs Benedict. While some diners mention slower service, the staff is generally attentive and friendly. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or special occasions.

827 Reviews
  1. Kris VIP

    Toronto45 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I enjoyed a work lunch here. I wasn’t seated in a very good spot despite lots of other options I would have enjoyed more. I should have said something. The design of the space is lovely. The menu is right up my alley - French bistro (with a Canadian twist - definitely not traditional recipes) but not too heavy. I’ll be back to try more.

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  2. Sharon

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and the service was very good. The coquille St Jacques is a a must and the chocolate dessert was fantastic. Would recommend.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Sharon, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service during your visit. The St. Jacques is one of our favorites too, and we’re so glad the chocolate dessert hit the mark as well. We truly appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  3. Nora

    Ottawa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waitress was professional, forgot her name but she is Lebanese
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Nora, Thank you so much for the kind words and recommendation! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the full experience—from the lively atmosphere to the food and service. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back for another special evening! Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  4. Suzie

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was excellent but the service was not so great and it was very, very loud. It was definitely not the experience I had hoped for.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Suzie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food—our kitchen team will be thrilled! We're sorry to hear the service and noise level fell short of your expectations. We understand how important a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere is, and we’ll be sure to review your comments with our team to improve on both fronts. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for a more well-rounded experience. Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  5. Jeffrey

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall good experience. It was a bit busy so the wait for a little long for food but it was acceptable. My steak was a bit overcooked but it was okay, and the restaurant offered a discount on that one item which was greatly appreciated.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Jeffrey, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're glad to hear you had an overall good evening and that you appreciated the gesture regarding your steak. While we aim for perfection every time, we’re grateful for your understanding during a busy service. We look forward to welcoming you back for an even better visit next time! Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  6. Susan

    Toronto9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food and service were impeccable! Our waitress was wonderful, helpful and very knowledgeable about everything, food and wine. BUT the noise was so bad we could not have a real conversation. This was a special dinner, a 60th birthday celebration but we were yelling at each other and having to repeat everything twice. I would NOT go back unless there was a quieter place to sit and there really is nowhere in the dining area I would want to sit. Sorry Cocotte, I would love to come back but just would not.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Susan, Thank you for your thoughtful review and for choosing Cocotte Bistro to celebrate such a special occasion. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and service—our team will be so pleased to hear your kind words. We’re truly sorry to hear that the noise level impacted your evening. We understand how important a comfortable atmosphere is, especially during a milestone celebration like a 60th birthday. Your feedback is very important to us and we will work on improvements. We genuinely hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back. Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  7. Maxime

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our servers Mellina and Cedrik took amazing care of us, the food was great and ambiance very pleasant :)
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Maxime, Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear you had such a great experience with us. Mellina and Cedrik will be delighted to know they helped make your evening special. It's also lovely to hear you enjoyed the food and the ambiance—we love being part of memorable nights out! Looking forward to welcoming you back for another charming evening. Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  8. Emalin

    Ottawa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We met at Cocotte Bistro after our Flora’s Walk Ottawa event and it was the perfect brunch spot. We chatted, had great service, great food and the server even brought us sweet pastries at the end. It was the perfect ending to our beautiful and inspirational event.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Emalin, Thank you for such a beautiful review! We’re honoured you chose Cocotte Bistro as your post-event brunch spot. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and especially the pastries. We’re so glad we could be part of a meaningful and inspiring day for your group. Looking forward to welcoming you back! Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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  9. HERVE

    Ottawa1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The service is was not as successful as it is in a French restaurant.

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  10. Nicole

    Ottawa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Would definitely go back. Excellent food, great service, nice venue.
    Cocotte BistroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Nicole, Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. It means a lot to know you'd like to return—whether it’s for a special occasion or a cozy evening out, we’ll be here to welcome you back. Thanks, Cocotte Bistro Management Team

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Cocotte Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 827 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 89 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
  • 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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