Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

Name: Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK
Address: 49 Market Place The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom, BN1 1HH
Telephone: 01273 325560
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.2

4.2

53 Reviews

£26 to £40

Seafood

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2 people

20 Mar 2025

23:00

About this restaurant

Romantic
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Found in the heart of the Brighton Lanes and run by the charismatic Brighton restaurateur, Coco Cowan, Coco's Bistro is one of Brighton’s premiere seafood restaurants – though we always have a little steak for those who prefer it and will happily create something vegetarian
‘off-menu’ if requested.

Originally a fisherman’s cottage, Coco's Bistro has been a specialist seafood restaurant for more than 50 years. We’ve retained a traditional decorative style which helps create an intimate and comfortable atmosphere whether you’re having a simple one-course lunch or a three-course dinner. When the weather is good we also have tables outside for eating alfresco.

We pride ourselves on using the best local fresh fish where possible. Besides our regular favourites such as Fish Pie our menu changes daily depending on the best of the catch from our suppliers. We also source the best, freshest locally grown produce and ingredients to use with and in our cook

Additional information

Location
49 Market Place, The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1HH
Phone number
01273 325560
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Meat
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00–12:00 Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 17:00–21:30
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Private party facilities
Separate dining areas on 1st floor, for functions or parties.Offering a reduced a la carte menu only from fourth july re opening

Chicken Caesar Salad
Mixed leaf with Parmesan shavings, Crouton and Caesar dressing
Fish and Chips
Cozze Linguine
Pasta with Mussels and Tomato sauce
Slow Roast Lamb Shank
(supplement of £1.50) served with creamed potato
Rump Steak (6oz.)
(Supplement of £1.50) Served with Homemade Chunky Chips and Tomato

What 53 people are saying

Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

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Coco's Bistro in Brighton is a delightful gem offering "honest food, full of flavour and super service." Its seafood dishes, like lobster pasta, are a "must-try," with generous portions and a chef skilled in presentation. Patrons enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and the charm of dining outdoors.

53 Reviews

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Joanna
London1 review
4.0
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very welcoming and helpful . A very pleasant lunch.
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Anthony
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely small restaurant. Really accommodating and great food and service.
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Troels
Seychelles1 review
2.0
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We have at OpenTable seen this as a recommended choice for Fish and Seafood, this was not our experience, think there is many better possibilities in Brighton. The restaurant was totally empty and only one more couple arrived in a friday evening where many other restaurants were full. The waiter was gently and helpfull, but the level of food did not meet our expectations.
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FabriceL
Bath1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honest food , full of flavour and super service. So many places try to be something that they are not nowadays it is refreshing to find a gem like this. We have been to Coco (New name) a couple of times now and will go back again!
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HarrietM
Hertfordshire1 review
4.0
Dined on 24 February 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely meal at Darcy’s - it wasn’t cheap but we both had the lobster and the wine was one of the best reeds I have out for a long time. The whitebait was also very fresh. If you want something different and get away from the chains this place is worth a try. The waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. There were three other couples in the restaurant and they all seemed to enjoy their meals.
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HilaryC
Brighton1 review
4.0
Dined on 30 September 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, excellent service. We were able to sit outside due to nice weather and it was like being abroad. Only downside was the toilet was 2 flights up and stairs quite steep.
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Goodeating
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 August 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The seafood was utterly delicious. Seafood pasta with plenty of seafood included, so tasty. My friends had the sardines tasting so fresh. You could tell the chef really knew how to cook and present his good. Generous portions too.
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OpenTable Diner
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 August 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious as always! Lobster pasta is an absolute must! x
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OpenTable Diner
Edinburgh2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 July 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very definitely NOT closed down as a previous reviewer had suggested. Everything was exactly as expected and "right on the button".
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JeffE VIP
New Orleans12 reviews
1.0
Dined on 23 May 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant is closed down - take it off Open Table.
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Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK is rated 4.2 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

20 Mar 2025

23:00

Google Map for Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

49 Market Place, The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1HH

Additional information

Phone number
01273 325560
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Meat
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00–12:00 Lunch Mon, Wed–Sun 11:30–17:00 Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 17:00–21:30
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Private party facilities
Separate dining areas on 1st floor, for functions or parties.Offering a reduced a la carte menu only from fourth july re opening

Coco’s Bistro - Brighton UK

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About this restaurant

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Menu

1st Course

Soup of the day

Bruscheta

Duck Pate

2nd Course

Chicken Caesar Salad

Fish and Chips

Cozze Linguine

Slow Roast Lamb Shank

Rump Steak (6oz.)

What 53 people are saying

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