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Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival Hall, London,

Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival Hall

4.5 (200)
£25 and under
French
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

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2 people
19:00
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About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 08:30–22:00 Tue–Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 200 people are saying

Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival Hall reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South East London

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Côte Brasserie at Royal Festival Hall offers a "very enjoyable experience" with consistently good food and professional service. Guests appreciate the "great atmosphere" and convenient location. While some dishes can be inconsistent, the prix fixe menu is "remarkable value." Despite being busy, the staff is "friendly and helpful," ensuring a welcoming visit.
200 Reviews
  1. Stephen

    Edinburgh/Midlothian11 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We were eating a late lunch / early supper at 5 30 on a Sunday. The staff had an air of being frazzled and tired, probably because of a busy lunch session. They made a few mistakes - mixing up the different steaks, not bringing sides on time or at all. The hake was very overcooked and we sent it back. The quality of the food was ok but not up to usual Cote standards. (Calamari overcooked and heavily battered - scallops bland and uninspiring) We’d expect more for the price paid.
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded 7 days ago
    Hi Stephen, thank you for your review. Sorry to hear you’ve been left feeling disappointed with your meal - we hope you raised this with the manager on duty so they could make things right for you. We'll use your comments constructively, and hope you will visit us again soon.

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  2. Moira

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was on my own and was instantly made to feel welcome. I was given a choice of tables to ensure I was comfortable. The waitress took the order quickly and chatted. The food was delicious but I felt there could have been more cheese and duck under the poached egg. The steak was well cooked but maybe too much chewy fat. I loved the cheese selection. That was phenomenal! The Pinot Noir paired with everything, especially the cheese and I just had to have another glass of wine to finish it off.
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 24 May 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, we appreciate it. 😊

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  3. Robert

    Essex1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 14 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very busy lunchtime booking but staff were excellent, very helpful and very accommodating with regard to changing table location. Good selection of food on the menus, fixed price option excellent value and the food quality was very good. A very enjoyable way to spend a long lunch.
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 15 May 2025
    Hi Robert, thanks for sharing your thoughts, we really appreciate the time you've taken to write your review and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  4. Chris

    Oxford/Oxfordshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly, great food, service efficient and good prices
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 20 May 2025
    Hi Chris! Thank you for the wonderful feedback, we appreciate it. 😊

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  5. v

    London54 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pleasant staff and convenient location on the South Bank
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 26 April 2025
    Thanks for sharing your thoughts, we really appreciate the review and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  6. Nigel

    Kent10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Spotted Cote easily at The Royal Festival Hall. Welcomed in by the staff and seated comfortably in a table for one. Service was good with water and wine I'd ordered soon brought to me. Similarly with the food. I had the rabbit terrine with poached egg - delicious! This was followed by the steak frites and a side of petit pois a la francaise. Very good. I finished with blueberry financier with icecream, Lovely three courses for a very reasonable price. I shall be back
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 24 April 2025
    Hi Nigel, thanks for sharing your thoughts, we really appreciate the review and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  7. Teresa

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my personal favourites and kids eat free in half term
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 21 April 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, we appreciate it. 😊

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  8. Ross VIP

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire team were first class in their welcome, service, warmth and professionalism. Always a very enjoyable experience. Thank you.
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 13 April 2025
    Hi Ross, thanks for the rating - we really appreciate it! We'll ensure the team know just how special they made you feel! See you again soon.

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  9. Stephen

    Worcestershire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service from friendly and helpful staff.
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 7 April 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, we appreciate it. 😊

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  10. Tesse VIP

    London38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely brilliant. My friend got such a good surprise!
    Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival HallResponded on 5 April 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback, we appreciate it and are delighted to hear your friend had a great surprise 😊

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Côte Brasserie - Royal Festival Hall is rated 4.5 stars by 200 OpenTable diners.

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Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX

Additional information

  • Area
    Southbank
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 08:30–22:00 Tue–Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–21:30
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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