Côte Brasserie

Côte Brasserie is a French brasserie chain with branches in London and cities across the United Kingdom, England included, offering classic bistro cooking in a Parisian-style setting. The first restaurant opened in Wimbledon in 2007, and the group has expanded steadily since. Interiors typically feature dark wood, mirrors, bentwood chairs, leather banquettes and zinc-topped bars, with a relaxed, buzzy feel that suits groups, couples and families. The menu covers the standard brasserie repertoire, including steak frites, moules marinières, onion soup, duck confit, croque monsieur, salads, seafood and classic desserts such as crème brûlée and tarte au citron. Steak frites and moules marinières are the best-known mains. An all-day menu runs from breakfast to dinner at many branches, and set menus offering two or three courses at lower prices are available at lunch and early evening. The drinks list is focused on French wines, with house wine by the glass or carafe, plus beer, cider, aperitifs and cocktails. The atmosphere is lively but not stuffy, with moderate noise and no dress code. Reservations are recommended, particularly for weekend lunch and dinner, and can be made through the restaurant or its online booking system. Prices are mid-range, with mains costing roughly £15 to £25, and the set menu is the best-value route at around £15 to £25 for two or three courses. A meal with a drink usually comes to £25 to £40 per person. Hours vary by branch, but most open from about 09:00 and close in the late evening.