Cocotte Bistro
French comfort cuisine in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Located inside The Metcalfe Hotel, Cocotte Bistro serves everything from breakfast to late dinner with locally sourced ingredients, weekend brunch, and a beautifully designed Parisian-inspired dining room.
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About Cocotte Bistro
Cocotte Bistro sits inside The Metcalfe Hotel on Metcalfe Street in downtown Ottawa. The space is beautiful — sharp black-and-white stone floor tiles flown in from Italy, a marble bar, and rich green velvet banquettes inspired by classic French bistros. It's one of those places that feels polished without being pretentious.
Chef Stephen La Salle (previously at Feast + Revel in the Andaz) runs a French-inspired menu built around locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant covers every meal — breakfast, lunch, happy hour, dinner, and weekend brunch — making it one of the most versatile French options in the city. Its location near the National Arts Centre also makes it a convenient pre-theatre spot.
What to Order
- Cornish Hen — A dinner standout. Expertly prepared and beautifully presented.
- Steak Frites — Classic French bistro done right. A reliable order.
- Ottawa-Brest — Their local spin on Paris-Brest, and a must-try dessert.
- Oysters — Fresh and available daily.
- Weekend Brunch — A popular draw, available Saturday and Sunday.
Visitor Information
- Hours: Breakfast Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM, Saturday–Sunday 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM; Brunch Saturday–Sunday 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Lunch Monday–Friday 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Dinner Monday & Sunday 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM, Tuesday–Saturday 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Happy Hour: Monday–Thursday & Sunday 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Reservations: Recommended via OpenTable
- Price Range: $$$
Getting There
- Address: 123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON K1P 5L9
- Neighbourhood: Downtown, inside The Metcalfe Hotel
- Parking: Street parking; nearby commercial lots on Albert and Slater
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