Cocotte

Probably the best European food I’ve had in SF so far. It’s proper French, decadent and super yummy food. Very intimate and cute spot for a date. Their menu and wine selection is small, which I love, but everything I’ve had has surpassed my expectations. The onion soup is exquisite. Same as the pate (two of my very favs). And if you are into it, don’t leave without having the bone marrow.

Cute little french bistro with love music. Food was a mix of average to good. Very classic dishes from beef Wellington to grilled chicken to mussels. Good portions for the price.

I took my husband here for this birthday, and we had a great time! Our waitress Pauline was nothing short of amazing. We tried a few of small plates (scallops, gnocchi, gratin), then got the beef wellington. We also had dessert and dessert wine to finish the meal. Literally every bite of food was delicious! Would absolutely reccomend.

Excellent food. The pork shank was so soft it was melting off the bone. The rotisserie chicken was also delicious, the sauces on the side were delicious. Live music was also a great vibe.

Exceptional food made with very fresh ingredients and wonderful flavor combinations. Vladimir and all the staff are wonderful. Cocotte is my favorite French restaurant in Nob Hill. A hidden gem on Hyde you should definitively try!

Popular neighborhood French bistro. Having grown up in Paris, I can attest that this is authentic, classic French food, well prepared. Generous and gracious proprietor, if a little harried due to the place being so popular and busy. Worth a detour!

Small, intimate restaurant with a menu listing whatever's fresh that day. "Got any specials?" "They're all specials." There were exactly two secondi options the night we went. I kind of wanted both but we'd done enough damage with starters and pastas it wasn't to be. It was the most authentically Italian dinner I've had in the city. Maybe some of that's due to the outrageously delicious tomatoes available this late in September. Chef knew what they had and made the most of it.

Live music, amazing food, & really decent prices for sf? This place is a huge winner. The ratatouille and the gnocchi are both really phenomenal, and the endive / camembert salad is a star dish. Really recommend going here for a weekend dinner!

So Gordon Ramsay has no restaurant in SF and this is THE place to get a Beef Wellington. It's a small joint that has probably more seating on the outside than the inside, but with heating lamps and blankets, we're ready to eat. The friendly staff was engaging and informative. We had the soup & salmon tartar as starters. The soup was under seasoned; the tartar was bountiful and tasty. We both ordered the star of the restaurant: Beef Wellington with potatoes Au gratin and kale on the side. We cannot finish two pieces of Wellies, so had to pack them to go. They're so moist, delectable and perfect for Christmas Eve. Our desserts: banana creme brûlée and pana cotta were both on point! Cocotte is a must-try gem on Nob Hill!

We came here for the SF Restaurant week menu and the food was delicious. We ordered the beignet, rillette, beef wellington, gnocchi, crème brûlée, and apple tarte. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor area has a bunch of heat lamps and was warm. FOOD: We were huge fans of the beef wellington (which was also paired with cheesy potatoes) and the gnocchi. I think the overall highlight of the dinner was the banana crème brûlée. I would definitely come back just for that. SERVICE: We had a super friendly waiter and the food came pretty quick. Overall, a good experience.

When I saw Cocotte on the SF Restaurant Week list, it was go time. I knew they were one of the few places in SF that makes a legitimate beef wellington, but would it live up to the hype? Yes, yes it would. I chose to have the Restaurant week $65 prix fixe with a duck and pistachio rillette, beef wellington, and a banana creme brulee. Of course having come with friends, we ended up sharing a few items too like the apple tatin. We also got the $50 wine pairing as recommended by our wonderful server Justin. My god, what an experience. Our welcome drink from the wine pairing was a nice bubbly brut. My appetizer of the the duck rillette came with a fig chutney and walnut bread that was delicious. Paired with a nice sauvignon blanc, very well balanced. The star though was the beef wellington. This might have been the most tender filet mignon I've ever had. It came with a sauce that really brought out the umami component of the dish. Pastry was perfect and duxelles flavorful. Also have to shoutout the potato gratin it came with that was really good too. Justin recommended the Syrah and I was very happy with the choice. To end, the banana creme brulee was not too sweet and perfectly custardy. The sugar topped crust didn't burn. I shared it with a friend who got the apple tatin which also wasn't overly sweet. We paired both with a sweet vermouth that cleansed the palette well. Overall, service is great, food was spectacular. One downside is SF parking. I'd recommend Ubering if you can rather than circling around and asking yourself "am I good enough to parallel park on this tiny spot, on a hill?"

The restaurant has decent food and nice vibe. I went here with friends for SF Restaurant Week that they served special menu (menu photo is attached). We tried the three appetizers, ie Carpaccio, Salad and Duck Rillette. They were all very impressing and dedicate. For the main course, we only tried Beef Wellington and Trout. Beef Wellington was huge in size and meat was tender and juicy. Trout was good, perfectly matched with the buttery sauce. Dessert was Banana creme brûlée and Apple tart. We all like the creme brûlée more, as the apple tart was sweet and become too heavy when you finish the whole. Overall, the waiter was friendly and it was a delightful experience.

Came here on a Wednesday night and it was relatively quite, which definitely gave the restaurant a more intimate feel. The place isn't super big which helped feel more cozy. We ordered the chicken liver pate, beef Wellington and mussels. I'm a big fan of pate in general so I always get it at restaurants wherever they serve it, and this pate was definitely one of the better ones I've had! Was also my first beef Wellington experience so that was exciting too :). The mussels were also really juicy and the sauce went really well with the bread. Overall super cute place and would visit again!

I took my friends from out of town here and they really enjoyed the food. It's located in a cute area of Nob Hill. Parking can be difficult in this area. The service was good. The waiter was attentive. Loved the escargot and the octopus dish. The beef Wellington was alright, but the duck is delicious. I would recommend this place if you're looking for a cute neighborhood French bistro.

This place was truly pleasant to go visit and eat at. I went on a date with my boyfriend here, and it was so cute and so special. I feel like the ambience what is different to most restaurants attend to San Francisco they sat us in this little nook that really made it feel special. We went a Wednesday afternoon and the restaurant was close to closing so they weren't too many people. The waiter that served us that night was extremely polite. I was pleased to learn that he was actually a customer that left the restaurant so much. He started to work there, so that the employees could get a break and he count participate in the culture he loved so much. He recommended me and my boyfriend an extremely delicious one that we still buy to this day. We ordered it as a gift to a couple of friends as well. The food itself was extremely delicious. I was pleased to learn that this is also one of the only restaurants in the bay area. That still does an authentic beef Wellington. They paired the beef Wellington with a unique sauce on the side and baked bone marrow that genuinely made every bite heaven. The meat was perfectly cooked and the bone marrow was perfectly done. Along with this we order the French and soup and the bread. The French onion soup was delicious, but I felt like it lacked salt. Maybe this was more of an authentic French onion soup since I know the French do not like as much salt as us. The bread was delicious and decent with an olive oil mix on the side that was AMAZING. Overall, I definitely would come here again I just feel like the people and the restaurant is very special and you need to other restaurants in the Bay Area. It made me feel at home and we actually connected with our waiter:)

4.25 STARS Are you someone that flies by the seat of your pants (or skirt)? Just wings everything? Waits until the very last minute? Ok, well that doesn't really fly in the city esp when it's a special occasion. Ya can forget sexy time if y'all end up at Applebee's. BUT...Cocotte got your back! They even have live music every night to set the mood for later. *wink wink* Cocotte has sat on my bookmarks for nearly a decade. They saved the day when rezzies for Plan A was a no go. I was able to make same day rezzies for a Friday night and there were plenty of timeslots open. In fact, I've regularly checked their rezzies over the years and they always seem to have availability. And, even if you can't commit to rezzies, walk-ins shouldn't be an issue if you're a party of two. Cocotte is open for takeout, delivery, indoor dining, and outdoor dining (parklet and sidewalk seating). Dog-friendly! M E N U Classic French with a twist (i.e. beef tartare tacos, salmon crudo beignets). Beer and wine only. F O O D * Chicken Liver Pâté w/ figs, toast, salad ($17): https://bit.ly/3OLWCWE Deliciously rich, dense, and smooth with the figs adding a sweet nuttiness. Looking at older pics, the block of pâté is now half the size and a fresh, vibrant salad has been added in lieu. Shrinkflation. * Citrus & Salmon Crudo w/ potato beignets, fennel slaw+herbs, wasabi tobiko caviar, Japanese cucumber pickles (3 pc-$21): https://bit.ly/3uwSAJF Looked and sounded better on paper than it actually tasted. It wasn't bad by any means but a bit underwhelming since the potato beignets were on the denser side. * Moules-Frites: Mussels & Fries (items listed separately - $29): https://bit.ly/3bUQ3CI Fresh, plump mussels in a savory broth made with white wine, garlic, shallots, and butter. The fries were hot and crispy. They were served with some type of aioli that was very stiff (like cold butter) so it wasn't dippable. * Beef Wellington: Filet Mignon w/ puff pastry, mushroom, bone marrow ($46): https://bit.ly/3NOHgzr ***Requested rare. And...THIS is what you come to Cocotte for! It's why I bookmarked Cocette in the first place. The filet mignon was perfectly rare and tender, encased in a crisp, buttery, and sturdy puff pastry. The beef buttah (roasted bone marrow) and bordelaise sauce elevated the beef wellington adding richness, body, and flavor. My only regret was having to share this. * Banana Crème Brûlée ($9): https://bit.ly/3yJdCXY Creamy smooth vanilla-y pudding-like custard topped with a warm caramelized sugar crust that easily shattered (not cloyingly sweet). The thin slices of ripen banana added a fruity twist to this French classic. Love the cute strawberry rose accent. * Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay, Burgundy, France (glass-$15): https://bit.ly/3utXgjA I'm a wine noob so no comment. S E R V I C E Friendly and prompt. We had early reservations so pretty much had the outdoor seating area to ourselves. A M B I A N C E The dining room + small wine bar is cozy and rustic, and opens up to the street and outdoor dining area with passing cable cars. Ample outdoor seating with string lights and heaters. Do note that live music starts at 6 pm so if you want a quieter meal, you may want to dine at 5 pm. P A R K I N G Very, very difficult street parking and prepare to walk up/down hills. Allot at least an extra 20-30+ minutes to find street parking. However, if you dine on a weeknight at 6 pm, you can easily snag parking on adjacent streets when the commute hour tow-away zone ends at 6 pm. Overall, Cocotte is a solid choice if you're looking for a nice sit-down restaurant at the last minute. Don't sleep on the Beef Wellington AND the Banana Crème Brûlée!

We went to Cocette for my birthday during Restaurant Week a while back, so some of the menu items have changed, but still recommend this adorable French place in Russian Hill. Russian Hill is so charming, it's got a neighborhood feel and you can hear the trolleys go by. Cocette has live music which I love to support, and all the better when you're enjoying delicious food! This would be such a good date night, get a couple drinks and some appetizers, or stay for the whole meal! My favorite was the aged cheddar souffle, which seems to be no longer on the menu. I'm a sucker for a good pate, which they also delivered on. Our Beef Wellington was dry, but could have been an off day. My star rating: 5 - must go!!! 4 - liked it, give it a try! 3 - it was alright 2 - I probably won't go back 1 - turnaround and run

3.5 starts. We really wanted to love this restaurant but it fell a bit short. The service was great, our waitress was very nice and attentive. The live music was fun but a bit too loud, we couldn't hear each other. The food was average, we wouldn't necessary go back here. - Duck Liver Foie Gras - best part of the meal. Really enjoyed eating this. The sides were also good complaint of the duck. - Charcuterie board - a good selection of cheese & meat and nuts. Really enjoyed it. - Duck Leg Confit - the duck was rather dry and not as enjoyable. The sauce was good and much needed. - Coq Au Vin - this was a better dish than the duck. It has good flavors but nothing memorable. Overall nothing bad but just not memorable or something we crave.

I came here by myself on a Friday around 6:30. Place was mostly empty and only a handful of tables - there was some lovely live music that helped set the ambiance. I came here for the Beef Wellington - its been hard to find a restaurant that makes it. I paired it with a beaudoux and the waiter suggested the potatoes gratin to go along with it. I wan not dissapointed! The wellie came with bone marrow that I was instructed to have on top of the beef. The wellington was so tender and buttery - the flakiness of the puff pastry and borderlaise sauce made this meal so memorable. Gratin was creamy and cheese - hot straight from the oven. I'll be finding more reasons to come here.

I think the food was good but I don't know if would be running back here. I came during Restaurant week so they had a 3 course menu- app, entree and dessert. Everything was really good but not outstanding to make me come back ASAP. Beef Wellington, obviously really good. The portion was generous and I loved the scallop potatoes. The Gnocchi was really good too. The portion was a little more individual. The Apple Tarte Tatin was delicious but I was so full from the beef wellington that I couldn't finish it.

San Francisco Treasure Dining Cooe Ben was hoping for a lot. There are two grandfathers playing the cello keyboard in front of the store French romantic instant pull full We ordered an appetizer, salmon, a green one, Wellington. The last banana-sugar brisket of the steak. The dish without thunder was served three times with a bean paste The ball tastes really good. I'm sorry to hear that. It's not too good to dip the green soup in the baguettes. Not even a medium-moment but massive price-performance final pudding. It's just sweet. Anyway, it's a store hidden on the street.

Excellent food, great service, live music. One of the best meals I've had in a minute! My friends and I settled on this place as our last stop for SF Restaurant Week. While we didn't actually spring for the fixed menu special, we got many of the items it would have featured. The Beef Wellington was fantastic, the best I've had to-date. The puff pastry, bone marrow, and sauce complemented the medium-rare beef perfectly. Each item was prepared just right. All this, paired with the cabernet, simply made my night. We capped the meal with a banana creme brûlée, which wasn't overwhelmingly sweet but a fun new flavor for a classic dessert. There was a small band playing for a large duration of our meal, which though a bit loud, was a nice touch. I had a great time here and would definitely recommend this place to anyone reading this.

Came here for SF Restaurant Week with a friend because I've really been craving French food recently. Must say, I was definitely not disappointed - though I'm not particularly a Francophile, I thought the food was very good and as French as I think French food can get. We ordered: * Mache Salad - 9/10: very vinegary sauce that worked fantastic with the smoked trout * Duck & Pistachio Rillette - 5/10: the most disappointing dish of an otherwise great experience, the meat was very disappointing * Beef Filet Mignon Wellington - 8/10: it's hard to mess up beef and this dish was perfectly cooked and very hearty * Day Boat Seared Scallops - 10/10: easily my most favorite item I had here, the scallops were perfectly cooked and the rice on the bottom is creamy delicious goodness * Banana Creme Brulle - 10/10: enormous sized desert that tasted extremely banana-y * Profiteroles - 8/10: this was just ice cream, chocolate sauce, almonds, and some kind of bread thing on the item, very good * Fries - 10/10: we craved fries and its hard to mess up fries; these were freshly seasoned and fried and came with a literal butter dip The atmosphere of the restaurant was also quite lovely and open-airy. There is also live music during dinner which, depending on your dinner companion, can be a little too loud if you're trying to have a conversation with someone. Service was efficient though they were super busy all the time. Overall, if you're craving a French bistro style restaurant, this place is highly recommended!

A PUBIC HAIR IN OUT PLATE! See the photos there is no doubt of what it was! But worse than that (yes it got worst) I show the plate to a waiter that brought to the open kitchen, I told him what it was he said no it's animal (it was with sea scallops) I asked him to give back the plate and the guy went and throw the food away, to not let me take photos or check it out. This is INSANE! They try to offer us the wine pairing then cancel our billed but we were not going to stay there, my fiancée started felling nauseous thinking she might swallowed some of it.... And no manager came to checkout the situation or managed anything This is a Shame, as a French National, food is sacred! They don't deserve 1 star and the management of the situation so shady!!!! RED FLAG!!! Good we have photos to prove it!

FOOD: it is decent, was not wow'd which i would expect for having pretty expensive dishes. the presentation was great. SERVICE: very kind & friendly servers! were able to squeeze us in even though i'm pretty sure they recommend reservations. AMBIENCE: great, they have outdoor heaters & live jazz music sometimes which is perfect for a date night

This place is a whole vibe. IYKYK. Came here for SF Restaurant Week a while back but just came again to celebrate our anniversary. First of all, yes, they read their open table requests. We wanted indoor seating for our anniversary and we got a very cute private corner. Curtains and all. Second, the service was spectacular! Didn't catch the names of the gentlemen working, but it's a Sunday on 3/5. They had great recommendations and super attentive. Food is amazing always! Cooked to perfection. Highly recommend the pate and beef Wellington. We got the Coq au Vin as well, but the portions were so huge, we took it home. Recommend sharing to have room for dessert. Our host knew how to pair wines for us. Will definitely come back again!

Food and service were wonderful. But. The music was so loud that we could not hear our dinner companions speak. Onion soup and butter lettuce salads were delicious. The fish was beautifully presented on a magical bed of corn. I'll never come back when the too loud musicians are there., which is apparently weekends. They've lost my business if I can't hear myself think. It is not then a pleasant dining experience. I produce music professionally and know they should be able to control volume and amplification. Or play acoustically.

For someone who has spent extended periods of time across the pond, finding an authentic European feel at a French restaurant is so very special! Between the lovely ambiance set off by the fun 3 handed jazz duet playing the keyboards to the interesting and interested wait staff this place hit all the notes. Then there is the food! Mais oui! We did a bit of a simple sampling Citrus cured salmon beignets - A+ a wonderful surprise! Butter lettuce salad - simple perfection can't be improved one bit! Ratatouille - good but the least impressive dish, could use a revisit by the chef Apple Tarte Tatin - we will be dreaming about this for a long time Enjoy!!!

Restaurant Week for the win!! It was raining - sometimes pouring rain, and we were sitting outside (Yikes!) -- However we were perfectly covered in the parklet with a tin roof that sounded great with the rain - it was actually lovely. (Though the servers might beg to differ, as they had to walk outside to serve us). All in, the restaurant week menu PLUS wine pairing (plus tip and those SF worker fees tacked on) it was $120/per person, but DELISH! I went for the cheese soufflé (comes with a salad that was a little too fennel tasting for me), but there were pomegranate seeds and other stuff in there to enjoy. The soufflé was: hot, puffy, cheesy and still light, a great appetizer. Entree was the Beef Wellington, cooked to a perfect med-rare. Then dessert was a banana creme brûlée'. I kinda tasted a little fuel maybe where they torched it, yet I still finished ever single bite and was uncomfortably full. Service was great, and bathroom was surprisingly nice. They had a couple musicians playing on the sidewalk too, so it was a lovely night out with friends.

Absolutely wonderful experience every time we come here! The food is amazing (definitely try the oysters with shaved blood oranges) and the staff are always friendly and fun. We will be coming back frequently!

Booked a dinner here for Thanksgiving and was really excited about the menu (Dungeness Crab Salad, Beef Wellington, and Banana Crème Brûlée). Website stated a strict 10 minute grace period so we arrived 20 minutes before our reservation at 7:00. Jumbled check-in operation, there was a line but they also allowed people to cut the line. Some confusion, we tried to be understanding given it was Thanksgiving and busy and waited our turn in line. Finally able to check-in at 6:50 and told to just wait around until our table was ready. Watched three groups who had arrived and checked-in after us get seated before us. If they had earlier reservations they certainly passed their 10 minute grace period. I understand people aren't going to be turned away on Thanksgiving but frustrating nonetheless. Finally sat at 7:21 at a makeshift table outside and nowhere near a heater. Table was not on flat ground and wobbled. Chairs were also different than everybody else's, guessing they'd been pulled from the back to accommodate extra people. Incredibly uncomfortable and slippery, especially given we were seated on slanted ground. Sat for five+ minutes without anyone greeting us. Decided to leave around 7:28. Can't speak the quality of the food, it honestly looked delicious. Service was sub par and experience was lackluster for a $300 meal ($85pp + bottle of wine). We were one of the younger couples there and certainly hope that didn't play a role in our treatment but one can't help but wonder. Hope to try again sometime in the future and get a better experience because like I said the food did look delicious. Review to be amended in such case.

Cocotte is a neighborhood treasure! The restaurant really elevated its game by adding an awesome (and very warm) outdoor set up, rotating live music every night, and the friendliest staff! Highly recommend: - Sitting outdoors for happy hour with a great champagne & wine selection (the warm heat lamps make every night a hood outdoor night) - Delicious cheese plate with freshly warmed bread - Potato gratin = yum - The live music makes the ambiance so warm and inviting - All the staff (Vlad, Justin, Colleen, & Camilo) are so friendly and welcoming Thanks Cocotte for being our go-to happy hour/ dinner spot!!

I came here for dinner on a chilly SF evening with some friends, and had a good experience overall. The ambiance was nice, with heated outdoor Parklet seating and live music. The dishes we ordered were tasty, but nothing extremely special, and a little pricy for the portion sizes in my opinion. I'd recommend the beef Wellington and banana creme brûlée. This is a solid option for a fancier dinner if you're looking for French cuisine in SF!

Cute little French bistro on a quintessential sf street in Russian Hill. You definitely feel as though you are transported back to France! Service was attentive and friendly. The food (we had the holiday pre-fix) was delicious and didn't disappoint.

Nice French bistro! Our family had a beautiful casual dinner at Cocotte. We walked in without a reservation and were seated immediately. The host was gracious and attentive. We shared a series of small plates, including French onion soup, butter lettuce salad, chicken liver pate on crisp bread with pickled onions, duck rillettes with frisée and egg, and garlicky green beans. Delicious!

Wow this place is incredible! A great wine list and an amazing meal with live music (doing covers ranging from Pink Floyd to Sublime) makes this a really great place to eat. Highlights include: Endive salad, beef Wellington ( truly the best I've had), potatoes gratin (so creamy and delicious), and the fries with a spicy aioli. The banana creme brûlée was to die for! They have indoor and outdoor dining and we made a reservation on open table. Overall a great experience!

What a super great restaurant! Friendly welcoming staff and environment-live music every night from 6-9! Full menu of French classic dishes-Delicious bites, ample salads, flavorful entrees. Desserts to temp! We enjoyed a lovely dinner here tonight to celebrate our soon to be daughter in law. We all were so pleased with our dinner choices...1/2 roasted chicken with sauces and a side to choose from, Pork Osso Buco and Coq au Vin! We enjoyed hearing the live three pieces (how often do you get to hear live music while dining?). A real treat! Nice wine and beer selections as well! We will be back!

Came here with a date for their prix fixe Valentines' menu for two. The ambiance is a bit cramped and loud; especially if you are seated near the live music, it will be hard to hear your dining partner. We started with the beet salad, which was delicious! Light, fragrant, and delicately dressed; my favorite part of the course. For our main courses, my date's beef wellington was delicious. The puff pastry was buttery and flaky, and the beef was tender and moist still. My scallops were fine, but a bit rubbery and tough to chew. For dessert, I had the banana creme brulee. It was delicious, if a bit monotonous in texture after eating halfway through it (some textural relief was needed to break it up). My date's apple tart tartin was a bit heavy and very sweet and tart. I also tried to return at a later date to bring another friend to dine here. The website hours are apparently inaccurate; I made a reservation through OpenTable, which threatened to fine me $20/person if I did not show, and when I arrived on time, the restaurant was closed. The service in regards to maintaining an accurate online presence could be improved. Overall, a decent maison for French fare, but I am not sure if I would return.

I am really happy that I went to Cocotte for dinner the day after Thanksgiving. They still had their SF restaurant week menu and I ordered the lobster beet salad, Beef Wellington and apple tarte tatin. This meal definitely hit the spot for me and the beef Wellington, cooked perfectly medium rare along with the bone marrow, is a must-order. The lobster beet salad was a nice starter but the apple tarte tatin was a little too sweet for me. With tax and tip and a ginger beer, this was $85 - a great value for dinner in SF these days. Service was on point and they had a great outdoor dining set-up. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

Cocotte is a small restaurant in Nob Hill with delicious food. I ordered take out via their website which was easy to do. About 5 mins prior to my pick up time, the restaurant called me and let me know my food was ready. It was a very nice touch and I appreciated that. - Cheese Plate - Lots of good cheese with sliced strawberries and the homemade strawberry jam. A good starter especially for those who likes cheese like my hubby! - Meyer Lemon Spaghetti - A good plate but I cant believe how much this reminds me of Chinese chow mein verus Spaghetti. - Organic Chicken Rotisserie Whole chicken - The winner of the night! Moist chicken, large size for 2 people and we couldnt finish it. - Side of Spinach - You cant go wrong with spinach! - Banana Creme Brulee - Delicious twist to your typical normal creme brulee. The bananas and fruits layered on top was a nice touch. Very creamy. Second winner of the night!

We spent Thanksgiving at Cocotte and I couldn't possibly recommend it more. It was amazing, truly a perfect holiday experience! The service was warm, friendly and expedient. The atmosphere was delightful, we got there quite early and we rewarded with the beautiful nook you can check it below, complete with soft curtains for privacy. Made the entire experience magical. The food was absolutely exceptional, each course was thoughtful, aesthetically pleasing, and delicious Prices are reasonable, given the quality of the food and service, perhaps a bit on the higher end for the pre fixe but it was a holiday, totally worth it! Fun fact: Cocotte has been open on Thanksgiving for almost 20 years, the longest of any restaurant in the city !

I'm saying merci to the quality dishes and service being offered at Cocotte, an intimate French bistro located on Hyde Street in a cross section of both the Russian and Nob Hill neighborhoods of San Francisco. Open for almost ten years now in what was once Hyde Street Bistro, with a few changes to their romantically lit indoor dining room and not one but two new outdoor parklets on Hyde Street, where you literally and both see and hear the Powell-Hyde Cable Car trains turn the corner of nearby Jackson Street rumbling by, Cocotte offers wonderfully plates entrees and a well curated wine list all sold at a decent price point. A friend and I made sure we made a reservation to come here on a cool weekday evening, as the city was commemorating San Francisco Restaurant Week for Fall 2021. In events such as these, local purveyors of food can offer their customers a three-course pre-fix meal at a set price so new diners to their establishment and long-time fans can not only get a real sense of what their menu has to offer, but also a darn good deal. At Cocotte, they were offering one of the pricier meal deals for sixty-five dollars, we got to select from three entrées from their Hors' D'oeuvres section of their menu, three entrées from their Entrée section of their menu, and two from their Dessert section of their menu. What really had Cocotte on our minds when selecting a restaurant for restaurant week to go to was the fact that they were serving a Soufflé for their first course, and a Beef Wellington for their second course. So my friend and I both ordered their Aged Cheddar Soufflé which was served with an endive salad topped with persimmon, pomegranates, and a tarragon dressing. For my second course, I ordered their Beef Filet Mignon Wellington which was served with a potato gratin, grilled broccolini and topped with a burgundy sauce, while my friend ordered their Day Boat Seared Scallops, which was served on a bed of red Kuri squash puree, parsnip chips and topped with a Vadouvan beurre blanc. And for our dessert it was suggested by our server that we split both dishes that we were offering for this pre-fix meal plan so we gamely ordered their Banana Crème Brulée and their Panna Cotta. To pair with my meal I asked our server what red wine they would recommend to pair with their Filet Mignon Wellington and it was suggested that I pair with a glass of their 2016 Chateau Vieux Potana Lalande De Pomeral sourced from Bordeaux, France, which of course was their highest price red wine at eighteen dollars, while my friend went balls to the walls and ordered the wine pairing with all three pre-fix courses, which was offered during restaurant week for one hundred and five dollars total. After deciding to sit out on their patio, when we arrived they weren't too busy at all, which allowed us to take in the neighborhood atmosphere and special live music that plays every Thursday evening that was performing in front of the restaurant's bar area. The Cheddar Soufflé was a decent starter, but way too eggy for our tastes so much so that that one flavor overwhelmed the entire dish. My Beef Wellington was a beautifully composed dish, but the meat was slightly overcooked, which made me sad, but the wine pairing really did accentuate every slice of beef, and my friend's scallops were a decent, if somewhat spare dish in terms of quantity of scallops. The real stars of our meal was in fact their dessert, as both were not only plentiful in quantity but overall wonderfully composed desserts that had me savoring each sweet bite. I think a return visit to Cocotte would be appreciated, as their menu is filled with intriguing composed French dishes that represent what dining at a traditional rotisserie would be like on the stone cobbled streets of Paris. The way that their Fig & Goat Cheese Tart and Citrus-Cured Salmon Beignets are described on their main menu have me eager with real aplomb! Cocotte does represent good food sold at decent price points, restaurant week not withstanding, highlighted by an engaging ambience with two accessible outdoor parklets serenaded by live music on occasion, and enhanced with really great customer service, and whether you are a local or tourist in San Francisco, they deserve to be supported.

We checked out Cocotte during restaurant week and were not disappointed! The portions were filling and they did not leave us feeling sick or overly full at the end of it all. Unfortunately after having Wellington by Gordon Ramsay as well as scallops, it's really hard to justify spending almost the same price here than at a restaurant elsewhere. I would still return to cocotte if I'm ever in the area, but I would definitely opt to try the surrounding restaurants first.

Had dinner here on Sunday my first time here. They only offer wine here no cocktails and the parking is hard to find so be patient. Ordered the Traditional onion soup which for me needed a bit more seasoning or salt which is odd because normally everywhere else is packed with too much flavor or to salty. The Beef Wellington- was pretty good the meat was tender and juicy though the pastry part was falling apart. Coq au vin was a classic traditional dish with rich flavors. As for the dessert ordered the chocolate cake and it was pretty good. Overall the service was good, sat outside it was a nice way to end our night.

After a wine tasting with my friends, we decided to go to Cocotte for having dinner. Therefore, we called the restaurant for making the reservation because we were 8 people. Even though a misunderstanding between us and the owner (she understood we were two people), they immediately found few tables inside the restaurant. We didn't go with the SF spring week menu, but everyone chose a la carte. I dreamed this restaurant for a long time because I wanted to try the beef filet mignon Wellington and, for sure, I took it. My husband ordered the Coq au Vin and some of my friends the black cod and the potato goat cheese gratin. My Wellington was amazing!! Really well cooked and tasty. The price is worth it. I also tried my husband's dish, but I didn't really appreciate it (I liked the chicken without the wine sauce because its strong taste covered the poultry). My friends enjoyed the black cod and the gratin. We completed our meal with the apple tarte tatin. My French friend said that it's like the one you eat in France, so it's really well done. For me and others was too sweet because of the caramel. They also have music during dinner. I think it's a nice thing, even though it was difficult to hear my friend speaking because of the high level of music. Overall, we enjoyed the whole experience, so I recommend the restaurant.

We went during the SF restaurant week. Big portions and the food was very tasty. The jazz live music was nice too. Just removing a star because the banana creme brûlée was buttery (this dessert should not have any butter at all). I recommend this place.

We found this adorable restaurant because we are visiting during restaurant week. One of us had the restaurant menu and the other ordered a la carte. I started with the goat cheese tarte from the RW menu - phenomenal. It was a good portion of amazing goat cheese on a tarte and drizzled with balsamic and basil oil. My mom had the gem salad - super fresh and tasty with a light vinaigrette. I had the beef Wellington - super yummy and cooked perfectly. The surrounding pastry on one of the pieces was a bit doughy. I didn't care for the brandy sauce on the side but the Wellington was so flavorful it did not need it. I really really loved the potato gratin - great flavor and very garlicky! The coq a vin was incredible - super rich and bold flavors, and cooked perfectly. We shared the RW profiteroles which were just ok. I wish I had tried the creme brûlée. The live music was excellent!!

I love all food here and also good wine. The staff are very nice. I recommend the beef Wellington here.

Everything we ordered was phenomenal. Service was also great. I hope they keep the beef wellington after the renovation.

I was excited to see that Cocotte was participating in Dinning Out for Life this year, so I reached out to them to host a large group for the event. Vlad and his team were so exceptional to work with. We had a group of 24, they prepared a special menu for us that included several of their signature items (the beef wellington truly is special), and we chose a selection of wines from their list that were all fantastic. The service was incredible, the food was great, the service was excellent and they were so accommodating! We could not have enjoyed our evening more, and I so appreciate their support of the community. A true gem in San Francisco.

This place is amazing. If you want the best beef wellington of your life come here. If you want amazing service with great wine recommendations come here. This place is a 5 star restaurant hands down

Fantastic French cuisine and lovely live music! Mussels were delightful, beef Wellington was a classic, the potatoes blew me away and the ratatouille was flavorful. I also loved the banana creme brulee. Would 100% come back to try the rest of the dishes because it was truly a treat and wonderful dining experience.

Food was ok, it was a good quality food but nothing very special. Service was fine. Our waiter was pushy and he thought he was not pushy but actually he was. Ambiance was not good! The live music was a bit loud.

Solid, definitely will return was a BIG fan thought I didn't like gnocchi till I came here and had good gnocchi.

Fantastic French cuisine on Hyde. My wife and I visited for SF restaurant week and the $65 tasting menu with $40 wine pair was all very tasty! We split 1 wine pairing which is my advice for other couples as you get 4 half-glasses of wine for your $40. The music last night was wonderful, and each dish was truly artful. Frisée salad, Beef Wellington, and both deserts (see pics!)

If you're googling "dinner spots near Russian Hill / Polk St," I'll make your search easier. Just come here. Beef Wellington was perfectly cooked to order (medium rare) and ambience with live music was great. Overall a fantastic experience.

Food was overall good but service was so-so. Our waiter rarely came to our table and because the place is on a hill and we dined outside, our table was wobbling the whole time. Beef Filet Wellington - great portion and meat is tender, delicious with bone marrow and sauce with every bite. 9/10 Potato Gratin - definitely our favorite side dish! Creamy cheese and crunchy baked edge was perfect. 9/10 Banana Creme Brûlée - never had banana flavored creme brulee so great to try it out. Was a little too sweet for my taste though. 7/10 Meyer Lemon Spaghetti Fresca - nothing special about this one. Didn't taste the lemon. It was also undercooked and the noodles were hard. Would not recommend. 3/10