Coucou
French restaurant · Norma Triangle
9045 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
"Despite the numerous comedy theaters and live music venues in West Hollywood, good spots for drinks and snacks before seeing a show are limited. Coucou fills that void. This French-ish bistro—the original location is in Venice—has a breezy, indoor-outdoor space that’s well-suited for downing martinis and watching the sunset. And while you could come here for a full meal, we recommend snacking on well-done small plates like fried olives, shrimp cocktail, and beef tartare instead. From there, take the party elsewhere: The Troubadour, Dan Tana’s, and all the bars on Santa Monica Boulevard are within stumbling, er, strolling distance. " - brant cox, nikko duren
"Venice bistro Coucou opened a second location in West Hollywood serving more traditional French dishes from Bouchon alum chef Jacob Wetherington. The restaurant is located 400 feet away from the 66-year-old Troubadour and is open until 11 p.m. on weekdays and midnight on weekends." - Mona Holmes
"While it’s hard to top the charm of Coucou’s original Venice location, the new West Hollywood restaurant is doing its best with a welcoming patio (check the black-and-white banquettes) and a crowd-pleasing brunch. Served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., brunch features Parisian-inspired fare, including croissants with jam, a French-style omelet with caviar, and steak frites." - Eater Staff
"Romantic Venice restaurant Coucou has expanded to West Hollywood with an equally charming hangout for classic bistro dishes. Bouchon vet Jacob Wetherington has also grown the menu with some more French classics. Think bacon and escargot-topped flatbread, mussels with crisp fries, asparagus with gribiche, and braised short ribs. Favorites from Venice like L’Haute Dog, soft serve sundae, and burger Americaine are still here for those who want more of the American-influenced fare. Pop over to the Troubadour afterward for a live music show. — Matthew Kang, lead editor" - Eater Staff
"Venice’s Coucou opened a second location in West Hollywood, bringing its charm to Santa Monica Boulevard. Sticking to its French roots, the restaurant offers a full aperitif menu with options including an Aperol spritz and Lillet blanc, plus cocktails like an espresso martini, a French 75, and a take on a sour called the Coucou Sour." - Mona Holmes, Rebecca Roland, Eater Staff
