Cocotte Bistro

Name: Cocotte Bistro
Address: 123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1P 5L9
Telephone: (613) 216-2912
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (895)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

French

123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9

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2 people

Jul 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

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
(613) 216-2912
Website
https://cocottebistro.com/
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.

Location
123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Avenue Laurier W.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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Soup
Sunchokes, Wild Mushroom, Puffed Wild Rice, White Truffle Oil
Lamb à la Sainte Menehould
Braised Lamb Shoulder, Herbed Breading, Tarragon & Hot Dijon Aioli
Radicchio Salad
Radicchio, Toasted Pistachio, Orange Segments, Bleu d'Auvergne, Citrus & Olive Oil Dressing
Cuisses de Grenouilles à la Lyonnaise
Frog Legs, Shallot Confit, Parsley Coulis, White Wine, Butter
Liver Mousse
Port & Duck Liver Mousse, Shallot & Laurel Jam, Fresh Baguette
Brandade
Halibut & Salmon Brandade, Croissant Toast, Candied Tomato, Caper Berries, Arugula, Balsamic Glaze

Main Course

Lapin à la Moutarde
Rabbit Saddle Paillard, Confit Leg Croquette, Rabbit & Apple Sausage, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Maple Dijon Cream Sauce
Confit de Canard
Confit Duck Leg, Braised Savoy Cabbage & Choucroute, Bacon Lardons, Caraway, Crème Fraîche, Smoked Cheddar Pommes Paillason
Arctic Char
Grilled Arctic Char Filet, Tomato & White Wine Vinaigrette, Green Beans Amandine, Pommes Purées
Orecchiette
Orecchiette Pasta, Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Petit Pois, Brown Butter, Grana Padano
Turkey
Roasted Turkey Breast, Bacon Wrapped "Stuffin’", Chipotle Cranberry Sauce, Steamed & Buttered Green Beans, Buttermilk Gravy
Bison Au Poivre
Gratin Dauphinois, Green Beans, Green Peppercorn and Brandy Cream Sauce

Dessert

Selection from our à la carte dessert menu

What 895 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
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

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 dining experience with "delicious food" and "great service." Guests appreciate the "chic ambiance" and "friendly, professional staff." Standout dishes include the "steak frites" and "truffle omelette." While some note high noise levels, the bistro's "authentic French cuisine" makes it a favorite for brunch and dinner.

895 Reviews

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Kimberly VIP
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere, and interior design. Service was good but very slow.
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Stan
Unspecified2 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent dinner choice. The cassoulet is to die for. Prime efficient service. Highly recommended
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Nadine
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nous avons adoré le brunch du dimanche et service impeccable 👌
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Maureen
Ottawa3 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 11, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We had the quiche and salad. The quiche was good but a small portion and the salad was very basic. Not worth the price in my opinion. There was nothing remarkable about the decor. I think my expectations were high. Overall it was an average experience.
Cocotte BistroResponded 4 days ago
Hi Maureen, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the quiche, but we’re sorry the portion size, salad, and overall experience didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing that can be, especially when you're looking forward to something special. Your comments have been shared with our team as we continue to refine both value and guest experience. We hope you’ll consider visiting us again so we can offer a more memorable impression. – Nassim Mehdi, Director of Food and Beverage
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Susan
Ottawa3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We felt well looked after and the food was excellent. Our waiter Christo was attentive, friendly and professional. We will go back
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Allegra
Ottawa1 review
2.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I ordered a medium-rare steak, but it clearly didn’t meet expectations—it was overcooked and lacked the tenderness I was hoping for. Overall, I felt the dish didn’t match its price. The wine glass even had measurement markings, which made it feel like drinking from a measuring cup—not exactly a fine dining touch. The prices seemed inflated. The ambiance was decent, but that’s about it.
Cocotte BistroResponded 4 days ago
Hi Allegra, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry your steak was overcooked and didn’t deliver the quality you expected. We also understand how details like glassware can affect the overall experience, and we regret that these elements fell short. Your comments have been shared with our team to help us improve both presentation and value. We’d appreciate the opportunity to welcome you back and provide the experience you were hoping for. – Nassim Mehdi, Director of Food and Beverage
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Melanie
Toronto / Ontario7 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great breakfast We had eggs Benedict and avocado toast The salad and potatoes were fabulous
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JEAN
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service. Le garçon nous a d’abord adressé en anglais mais a su convertir au français. Menu varié gastronomique reflétant la cuisine française.
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Melanie
Toronto / Ontario7 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We have been many times and we’re sad to see favourites not on the menu . Our server was very busy so our food was cold when it was delivered The chicken supreme doesn’t hold a candle to the Coq u vin . The very small ramekins used for the tofu dish is embarrassing - suitable for a small crème brûlée but no where near value for the cost . Still love the brunch it’s a great menu . Will have to find a new fav dinner place when we next visit
Cocotte BistroResponded 4 days ago
Hi Melanie, Thank you for being a returning guest—it means a lot to us. We’re sorry your recent dinner didn’t meet expectations, from missing menu favourites to the temperature and presentation of your dishes. Your feedback on the portioning and value of the tofu dish has been noted. We’re glad to hear you still enjoy our brunch offerings and hope we can win back your confidence at dinner in the future. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you back and provide the experience you’ve come to expect. – Nassim Mehdi, Director of Food and Beverage
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Chantal
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was delicious I had the salmon and Prosecco. I will definitely return!
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FAQs

Cocotte Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 895 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

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

Website
https://cocottebistro.com/
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.

Cocotte Bistro

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

Appetizers

Soup

Lamb à la Sainte Menehould

Radicchio Salad

Cuisses de Grenouilles à la Lyonnaise

Liver Mousse

Brandade

Main Course

Lapin à la Moutarde

Confit de Canard

Arctic Char

Orecchiette

Turkey

Bison Au Poivre

Dessert

Selection from our à la carte dessert menu

What 895 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Dining areas

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