Côte Edinburgh

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  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “We have never used this chain before but gave it a go in Edinburgh earlier this week. The staff there are just lovely and we found the service to be excellent. There was a very welcoming atmosphere and although the restaurant was much larger than we realised, it felt cosy and we were seated to avoid being directly next to others so we had plenty space but still surrounded the buzz of our neighbours. There is a great selection of dishes to choose from and pricing to suit all. We ordered from the fixed price menu and our meal was delicious and good value. The free flow french fries are a great idea too. We chose the leek and potato soup, steak frites and then ice cream and the cherry, chocolate crepe. It was all fab!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Was here today with 5 friends and was very disappointed in both the food and service. About 4 of us ordered scallops which were Luke warm / cold when they arrived. I ordered the Caesar salad which was basically leaves on a plate with a dollop of shredded chicken, I could’ve done a better job at home! The chicken had some sort of herb thru it so sent it back. The waitress was so bad I had to go to her to order more drinks, the service was very poor. Very disappointed today don’t think we’ll be back”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “We visited on a Friday evening, just two of us. Sat through the back, was really nice inside, quite elegant. For starters we got the souffle and potted crab, both were delicious. For mains we had the half poulet breton and confit pork belly, the chicken was moist and had a wee garlic but on the side, although I'd have preferred a wee garlic sauce to pour over. For desert we had the chocolate praline tart and chocolate mousse. Overall it was a very nice restuarant.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Pleasantly surprised by the quality and cost of the food. I went for the charcuterie to start, then the gnocchi to be healthy and then the grand chocolate mousse because I regretted yielding to the tyranny of calories. Staff were great. I booked my table the day before via TheFork and they couldn't find my reservation when I arrived, but got me a seat anyway. Friendly and very patient - my visit was at the time of the year when Edinburgh is filling up with weirdly demanding tourists. Restaurant was clean and I think suitable for everything through friends nattering, to business to a date. Could have done with beer on draught.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “I had my birthday lunch here and Anna was such a delight – Cote is very lucky to have her! The food is fantastic as usual as we have now been coming here every year. But please bring back the steak tartare!”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “We’re big Côte fans and regulars at this restaurant – partly because of their Coeliac UK accreditation, but mainly because the food and service are usually top class. Valentine’s Day, however, brought us a slightly different experience. The food and wine were exceptional, as always. The kitchen, on the other hand, appeared to be participating in its own romantic drama. Drinks and starters (king prawns and charcuterie) were spot on. Then came the main event: the Côte de boeuf to share, with fries, truffle hollandaise, mushrooms and broccoli. What followed can only be described as a three-act performance. Act 1: The magnificent steak arrives… accompanied by an unexpected supporting character (dauphinois potatoes we hadn’t ordered). Our server promises plates and broccoli and disappears into the night. Act 2: Our lovely regular server notices we’re admiring – but not eating – the steak. We explain we’re still waiting for plates, broccoli, mushrooms, fries and hollandaise. She springs into action. Act 3: Plates and sauce arrive. After 10 minutes of respectfully staring at the beef, we dive in. The steak is cooked and seasoned to perfection. Just as we finish, the broccoli and fries make their entrance. Undeterred, we order more fries and gravy and happily continue the evening in instalments. To be fair, everything we ate was delicious. It just didn’t always appear in the same chapter. We didn’t complain – we were having a lovely night and actually found the chaos rather entertaining. The atmosphere was buzzing, and our server handled it all with warmth and humour. The only slight surprise was that, despite the manager apparently being informed several times, the bill arrived without any adjustment. We weren’t expecting anything dramatic, but it did feel like one final plot twist. That said, we remain loyal Côte customers. We may simply choose a slightly less theatrical evening next time!”

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  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “Disappointing Brunch Experience – Poor Service Overshadowed Decent Food We were excited to try brunch at this restaurant in Edinburgh, but sadly, our experience was far from welcoming. Despite the stylish décor and a promising menu, the service left us genuinely disappointed. From the moment we walked in, there was no clear indication of what we should do—no staff acknowledged us or offered guidance. We stood at the entrance awkwardly, unsure whether to wait or seat ourselves. After being ignored for a while, we decided to find our own table. Just two minutes later, a staff member rushed over and scolded us bluntly for seating ourselves, saying we should have waited to be guided. Of course, we apologized immediately, but it was frustrating—especially since we had been left completely unattended and only received a cold side-glance from another staff member before that. When the same waiter brought us the menus (we were a group of four), he placed two of them gently, but threw the other two—including mine—onto the table without a word. Throughout the ordering process, he seemed annoyed, bordering on aggressive. As we were ordering one by one, he snapped at us, telling us to “wait until I’ve entered this one” in a very harsh tone. No mention was made of how long the food would take or any other usual pleasantries. He then came back with cutlery and napkins. He placed the items properly for three of us, but when it came to me, he threw the napkin across the table toward me, rather than setting it down properly. Honestly, his attitude wasn’t just unfriendly—it didn’t even meet the minimum standard of decent customer service. It’s hard to tell whether his behavior was just bad service or if there was something deeper going on—possibly even racial bias. I can’t say for sure, but the way he singled me out in subtle ways made me feel incredibly uncomfortable. To make things worse, our table hadn’t been cleaned properly—there were still visible crumbs scattered across the surface. It gave the impression that basic hygiene and attentiveness were just not priorities here. As for the food: it took quite a while to arrive, but once it did, it was decent. Nothing spectacular, but enjoyable enough. Unfortunately, the poor service completely overshadowed the meal. By the end of our visit, the waiter seemed slightly more polite as we were leaving—but by then, the damage was already done. First impressions matter, and ours was ruined from the start. ⸻ If you’re coming here hoping for a relaxed, enjoyable brunch experience, be warned: the food might be okay, but the service can turn what should be a pleasant meal into a frustrating one. With so many amazing brunch spots in Edinburgh, I’d recommend spending your time (and money) elsewhere.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “We were in the neighborhood doing some shopping and one of the shoppes mentioned Côte. It was nearby and we walked in during a busy lunch time. The accommodated us very nicely considering we didn’t have a reservation. I adore French food but never get to go when dining with my daughter who is gluten and dairy free. However, they had so many items to choose from for her. The food was outstanding!!! Cannot wait to go back.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 year ago

  “We had a fantastic experience, the food was outstanding, the wine was at the perfect temperature, the atmosphere was relaxing and the service was attentive but not overbearing. Our first time here as my wife wanted to try it, so I took her for her birthday. Our new special occasion venue.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 years ago

  “My wife and I visited this place for breakfast. Overall, the food was decent and the service was great. But the food was less than expected in terms of presentation and being special enough so that you would want to have it again. As an example, compare the French Toast as advertised by the restaurant and as served. I certainly do not appreciate such a difference. The Pulled Pork sandwich was good, but again, basic. The highlight of our visit was probably the croissant.”

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