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Côte Birmingham

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One of the Top rated Bistros in Birmingham


Address

The Mailbox, 120-122 Wharfside St, Birmingham B1 1RX, United Kingdom

Website

www.cote.co.uk

Contact

+44 121 631 1587

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 10 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Monday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Paul 2 years ago on Google
    Very good service by the Portuguese waiter with the glasses, very attentive, & the food was amazing, very tasty, good presentation, thanks to the head chef Edgardo, we recommended.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JC G. 3 years ago on Google
    As good as every Côte. Happy to see that the moule frites was back in the menu. They were delicious. Distancing and safety measures implemented.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adriana García F. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice location with nice views along the canal. The staff was really friendly and polite and they were fast serving. The ratio quality/price was great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Anusha A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service, amazing food and lively ambiance! Staff could recommend good choices and were very friendly. Would definitely go again
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 *Unnamed* 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick K. 1 year ago on Google
    Good service lovely location on the canal. Great food. Can't fault it. My wife was spoilt for choice of desserts which is always a good sign. Highly recommend the Cote de Beouf between two of you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liechun Y. 3 years ago on Google
    both of the dishes and services are fabulous!!! We ordered two sets including starters and main courses. 😋😋😋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Christina G. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was beautiful to look at and to eat. The staff couldn't have done any more nothing was too much. I had an issue with the chicken and it was sorted stealth away. The stake was soft, juicy and very tasty a perfect medium rare 👌 would dine here again without a second thought
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Tingchun C. 4 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere of restaurant is quite nice, and the staff is friendly and cares about customer feeling. My steak is too chewy and they replace it and give me a new one. It is better but still not good enough. The price is acceptable and there are weekend special and can choose set.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jane R. 4 years ago on Google
    Really good value menu. Went on a Monday evening for the first time. The service was excellent, way above your normal meet and greet and really added to the dining experience. Going by the numbers in there I would say its regular clientelle rangeing from mothers and daughters, small business groups, friends and couples. Good wine list too off the beaten track. Will definitely go again when in Brum.

  • 5/5 Richard G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and excellent food at an affordable price.

  • 4/5 deanl123 4 years ago on Google
    Chateaubriand was excellent!

  • 4/5 Amanda C. 4 years ago on Google
    Wonderful staff, made my daughter feel very special on her birthday.

  • 5/5 Catherina Iulica M. 2 years ago on Google
    It is french kitchen restaurant,with nice atmosphere and friendly staff,special food and special serving,soft sofas and elegant salon with much light.Nice named bottles,and it is perfect for romantic evening or friends party,is situated in Mailbox near Canals . When we visited Cote we had a little problem with mussels,it was not fresh but Chef friendly changed it for another food. Recommend and wish only best wishes …. Near restaurant in Mail box 📦 is big nice and clean parking… P.S. Only one ☝️ You need clean glasses better because some of them smell so-so….but it is not a problem😊

  • 5/5 Eliza B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely pace, went for the drinks only, but very curious to get back there for food too. Staff friendly and helpful. The restaurant interior looks nice, smells nice and in very good location.

  • 5/5 Klaus Raymond W. 4 years ago on Google
    I would like to give Mindaugas a very special thank you for the exceptional service we received last night. He is truly a credit to the restaurant and the chain. He showed us extensive knowledge of the menu and was able to deliver what felt like real VIP treatment, totally tailored to our group. The food was delicious and very well priced. I have always been a fan of Cote but this most recent visit really confirmed this. To all the team please keep up the great work as I look forward to visiting again!

  • 5/5 Anita R. 4 months ago on Google
    Fantastic place in a busy meeting up and restaurant area. Staff are super helpful, the atmosphere is lively and happy and food is absolutely delicious. We've been twice in the last three days! Thanks.

  • 5/5 james b. 1 year ago on Google
    We stopped for breakfast during a Sunday morning walk around Birmingham. Staff all very pleasant, my son was after a crepe, unfortunately not on breakfast menu, but the lady taking our order said she would ask if it was possible, to his delight, he got his crepe and really enjoyed it. My Croque was just as delicious. Top marks (as usual for a Cote, they always seem to be good)

  • 5/5 Kim H. 1 year ago on Google
    Walked out of Marco Pierre White' place as they were more concerned with serving a huge wedding party and ignored us. So we found Coto which made us most welcome and served us a delicious steak dinner and excellent wine. Friendly and helpful staff ( Marco Pierre White take note!!). Loved this place and will return.

  • 4/5 Jason F. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a Sunday brunch in Cote. Good decor and helpful service. The food is fine. Nothing surprising but good enough. I will give it a 5 stars if a drink is included as I am paying £15 for a tuna salad

  • 5/5 Stuart D. 4 years ago on Google
    Really great service from the point of walking through the door. Attentive staff, great food and lovely atmosphere. Great experience. Had left another noisy and crowded restaurant and chose Côte Brasserie instead, not a choice that was regretted.

  • 5/5 Anthony B. 9 months ago on Google
    Great food ,attentive and very helpful staff ,even the music was superb and will definitely be returning very soon

  • 5/5 Zaid M. 3 years ago on Google
    This place obviously knows how to satisfy their clients. Regularly with a very welcoming mindset. The food is reasonably priced, regularly fresh and clean.

  • 5/5 Jonathan S. 4 months ago on Google
    Went to Cote last weekend as me and my girlfriend were in Birmingham for the Christmas Market and decided to stay over and make a night of it. Class is all I can say. The food was out of this world and the service impeccable. Big shout out to Ricardo who couldn't have been more attentive if he tried. Great host, and always on hand. If I could give more start I would. Thrilled also that there is one in West Bridgford so close to home.

  • 5/5 Libby C. 6 months ago on Google
    Staff are really welcoming and friendly, they continued to offer drinks throughout and seemed really attentive to everyone in the restaurant, food was ten out of ten will definitely be returning.

  • 5/5 Philippa M. 8 months ago on Google
    Second time at Cote, partly came as had a free cocktail offer but know food is good. Wasn't disappointed,staff very attentive and had a lovely 3 course meal,all food tasted great. Sat outside (like most people) as weather was lovely. Would highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Marija G. 8 months ago on Google
    I enjoyed the food here. The atmosphere was nice and cosy. We made reservation however there was no need that day, it was very quiet. The service was quick and efficient. The restaurant has a nice outdoor space. We have 3 courses meal and all were great. I wasn’t the fan of dessert.

  • 5/5 Jeanette W. 10 months ago on Google
    Excellent food in a great location and friendly atmosphere. We were celebrating our anniversary and the extra special touches made to our meal were such a surprise and we were really touched by this. Thank you so much it made our evening extra special. All our servers tonight were excellent, so friendly, professional and welcoming.

  • 5/5 Niceboy T. 9 months ago on Google
    Great choice of menus for breakfast, brunch and lunch. Good quality food, friendly service at a sensible pace. Reasonable prices for what we had. We would recommend it.

  • 5/5 Sandra N. 9 months ago on Google
    Had the early evening set menu which was really nice and excellent value. The restaurant is in a lovely setting and if the evening had been warmer would have sat on the large terrace. Friendly efficient staff, would recommend.

  • 5/5 Paula D. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely excellent service and food. We had booked a table and arrived rather early, but were seated immediately, even though the restaurant was quite full (and buzzing). It was actually hard to choose from the menu, as so much of it looked so good. The food was well cooked and of high quality, staff were attentive, friendly and efficient. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Wong J. 9 months ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing and definitely comin back. They offer one of the most incredible french cuisines in the city. All the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. It’s nothing but a mind blowing experience having such divine food serving with the beautiful sunset view from mailbox in the evening.

  • 5/5 Jackie H. 1 year ago on Google
    Our first time visiting here, really nice clean place.lovely to see shiny glasses and cutlery with no smudge marks. ( it's the attention to detail!) Friendly helpful . Very nice food hot and tasty . A very nice chocolate and salted caramel tart.. I did not know it was vegan. Absolute surprise but wouldn't make me change to the other side.!!

  • 5/5 Ant C. 1 year ago on Google
    I love visiting this restaurant when in the city: great location, attractive interior and lovely atmosphere, genuinely attentive staff and delicious food! Also a great selection of options for gluten-free (so many restaurants can only offer one or two items). I hope it is not too long before we can visit again.

  • 2/5 Advisor T. 1 year ago on Google
    The first problem was i booked using link for free bottle of wine with 2 mains for January. it seemed a good deal. I was told it had wrong link? Whatever that means.... I persisted, and that was resolved. The the £27.50, I think, fillet steak arrived. I advise using an app to blow up the image to find the meat. Tasted good, but was tiny. Still hungry following the micro steak, we ordered the rum baba......light texture was great, light on the rum in fact, no rum... Years ago, I used to make them. I would not have had the nerve to send it out...... We have been to cote elsewhere, I'm sorry it seems to be not going down hill, falling off a cliff. Such a shame we used to love our visits.

  • 5/5 Esmee E. 1 year ago on Google
    I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Côte, the French restaurant located by the canal. The atmosphere was lovely and inviting, and the view of the canal was beautiful. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, and their attention to detail was impressive. I especially appreciated how well they handled food allergies. Now onto the best part - the food! It was simply amazing. The dishes were expertly prepared with fresh ingredients, and the flavors were exceptional. Overall, I would highly recommend Côte to anyone looking for a top-notch French dining experience. The combination of fantastic food, excellent service, and stunning views make this restaurant a must-visit. Thank you to the entire team at Côte for an unforgettable evening!

  • 2/5 Bassem 1 year ago on Google
    I have ordered a French toast which is like fried eggs exactly and the fruits was not fresh. Also I have ordered a yoghurt bowl it just 95% yoghurt 3% Qunia and 2% raspberry sauce. I have highly never recommended these two dishes. The staff was friendly.

  • 5/5 Tanya S. 1 year ago on Google
    Gorgeous food as always, very accomodating when I asked for something that wasn't on the menu, Boudin Noir, prepared differently but very delicious. Always recommend this place. Thank you to the chefs!

  • 5/5 Lauren 3 years ago on Google
    Love Côte... Poulet Grillé with spinach side every time 😍

  • 5/5 Alan B. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect, as usual.

  • 5/5 Abbi T. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect food and service!

  • 4/5 Paul S. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was amazing, staff wonderful.. not cheap,but, worth it

  • 5/5 Pablo R. 3 years ago on Google
    Good service,good food, thank you

  • 5/5 Carol A. 3 years ago on Google
    Yummy food, great service and atmosphere

  • 4/5 Teresa K. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely food, great service, but very expensive drinks! Beautiful setting as well.

  • 4/5 Suki D. 3 years ago on Google
    Not quite 5, but will be back.

  • 5/5 Marcin K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The Côte Brasserie restaurant is a good looking but tucked away of the many canals around Birmingham. Nice service asking if everything is good and if it tastes good. Starters: Prawn Gratinee, Bread Main: Roasted Pork Belly, Fish Parmentier, Poulet Grille Wine: Lagarde Blanc 2018 Dessert: Vanilla Ice Cream Extras: natural water on the table, an envelope for children with coloring books, stickers, crayons, children have something to do ... Shrimps not dragged, baguette with butter fresh. Balanced weight and selection of ingredients even out at the end that you will not come out with your belly bloated and full. Wine: although the cheapest is not bad, on the contrary! Very good, NOT COLOR. Vanilla ice cream: served with a waffle in a cup (Original) Restauracja Côte Brasserie jest dobrze wyglądającą lecz schowaną spośród wielu w okolicy kanałów Birmingham. Miła obsługa pytająca czy wszystko dobre i czy smakuje. Startery: Prawn Gratinee, Bread Main: Roasted Pork Belly, Fish Parmentier, Poulet Grille Wino: Lagarde Blanc 2018 Deser: Lody waniliowe Dodatki: woda naturalna na stół, dla dzieci koperta a w niej kolorowanki, naklejki, kredki, dzieci mają co robić... Krewetki nie przeciągnięte, bagietka z masłem świeże. Wyważona gramatura i dobór składników wyrównuje się na sam koniec, że nie wyjdziesz z napąpowanym brzuchem a najedzeni. Wino: pomimo, że najtańsze to nie złe, przeciwnie! Bardzo dobre, NIE SIARA. Lody waniliowe: podane z waflem w pucharze

  • 5/5 Daniel A. 3 years ago on Google
    Well prepared food and good service.

  • 4/5 Jim C. 4 years ago on Google
    Overall the price is decent, and the service is nice. The starter I had was salad with Roquefort. Honestly, I am not a big fan of Roquefort and the scent was way too strong than I expected, plus the salad was bitter. The main course I had was ribeye steak, and it was ok, the meat was tender inside. My friend had another steak, and I don’t know which cut of beef is that. The meat was too chewy, and after reflecting to the waiter, they replaced a new one to her right way, which was a very nice service. The new one was better, and I think the main reason for that is because the nature of that cut of beef. The dessert was nice, and I loved how the hot chocolate combined with vanilla ice cream. I think the overall interior design and service were really nice, while the food wasn’t as good as I expected.

  • 5/5 Simon V. 3 years ago on Google
    For a national chain it never ceases to amaze me just how good cote is. Food is always great and the staff and service amazing.

  • 5/5 Violet O. 4 years ago on Google
    Having my anniversary meal here was the best choice I could have possibly made. When my partner and I walked in, we were quickly and warmly welcomed by Matt, the manager. We explained that we had dietary requests and from that moment he gave us extra care when dealing with each meal we were to be served. The waiters were polite and attentive, and gave us an experience in which we expect to be given at a Michelin star restaurant. Through me mentioning to the waiter that I would have liked to have flowers set out for my partner when we arrived and over the phone, this option was currently unavailable, the waiter without us asking and unexpectedly returned to us after our meal with a bottle of Prosecco and a card, which made my partner laugh uncontrollably due to the surprise, but more specifically it was the extra effort that was put in that made the whole dinner worthwhile. My partner and I couldn't help but smile at the service we were provided, especially due to the fact that we had our dinner on New Year's Eve - the busiest day of the year for the restaurant - and we still had a choice of which table we could sit on without having to wait to be seated. Overall the experience was romantic and beautiful, so much so that my partner and I have made it a tradition that each New Year's Eve, we will return to Côte Brasserie to celebrate our anniversary once again. Thank you to all that were responsible for the service we were given and for those looking for a place with highly attentive staff and a wonderful service, I recommend coming here.

  • 5/5 Jessica M. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and lovely service. Thank you very much!

  • 5/5 Eric P. 3 years ago on Google
    Love the place, food is excellent, service is excellent. My wife and myself are so comfortable there. Eric n Pat.

  • 5/5 Vincent M. 5 years ago on Google
    2 of us visited for breakfast early on a Thursday. Quick, friendly service, great food and the Formule breakfast is good value. I had the French breakfast and the eggs were perfect. You could tell everything was made to order. Great coffee too. Would definitely return.

  • 5/5 Amy D. 5 years ago on Google
    We came here got breakfast, and wow! Glad we did. My husband ordered the English Breakfast and I had the French. Both were excellent. There was a wide spread of meat, bread, and jams, and the addition of a juice and hot beverage was excellent. Though not cheap, this breakfast feel like a great value for the amount of food. I highly recommend it for a big brunch.

  • 5/5 Stephen L. 4 years ago on Google
    Great customer service, decent food and a pleasant location. Overall fantastic value for money.

  • 5/5 Pointy 1. 4 years ago on Google
    Had to speak to the manager! His name is Tom bybthe way. So, aswell as serving on the floor i need to start by saying what a top gent he is. And how fantastic his team was tonight for my wifes 30th Birthday. They realy went the extra mile, greeting her with a welcome birthday cocktail, taking us to a tastefully decorated table for 9 that i had booked. And providing us with a gluten free menu and highchair that i had also requested. . The decorations where a suprise and sp was the card and box of chocolates for my wife they had left for her. Didnt miss a beat! This is how its done! Service was smooth prompt and relaxingly profesional and the food? Wow. It came out fresh hot and delicious! (As usual might i add) Clean plates all round for all 3 courses. Duck confit epic and even on the ''fix prix menu'' Cold filtred water for the table was kept filled without asking and wait staff stayed attentive all night. Truly an all round enjoyable experience in this modern french bistro setting. 5☆ Breakdown is as follows. Ambiance / facilities ☆ Service / etiquette ☆ 0% alcohol / GF menu options ☆ Food quality ☆ Overall value for money / experience ☆

  • 5/5 Martin H. 4 years ago on Google
    Totally enjoyable, good choice of menu, friendly knowledgeable staff, well worth more visits

  • 5/5 marion p. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely evening at our favourite Cote (Mailbox, Birmingham) - charming and welcoming staff, good food and ambience, can't recommend it highly enough. Thanks, guys, you know how to make an evening special, will be back soon.

  • 5/5 Andy D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food. Good service.

  • 5/5 Basel Al J. 4 years ago on Google
    I have not personally tried their main courses but have heard good things about it. However I have tried their desserts and their chocolate fondant is really gooey, warm, and chocolatey. The service was solid, and the atmosphere was elegant and very relaxing.

  • 5/5 Adrian H. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food, nice ambience and very friendly service

  • 5/5 Heather R. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely set menu 2 courses for £16.95 great value & top notch food

  • 5/5 Helena M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and food

  • 5/5 Gill B. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly and helpful staff. Food was good too.

  • 4/5 Rachit M. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service and great dinner.

  • 5/5 Nadia S. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice food and service was also good

  • 5/5 Uros C. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent food! Nice atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Omo B. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food and very friendly employees. I love this place!!!

  • 5/5 Mr H. 3 years ago on Google
    Always good service and great value

  • 5/5 Avery M. 3 years ago on Google
    We managed to have a restaurant meal with friends, thanks to Côte! We ordered delivery from Côte at home. It was delivered when they said, very well packaged and with sensible heating instructions (for e.g. things that had to be in the oven needed the same temperature).

  • 5/5 Tafara M. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice Setting, Good Food , Good Value.


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Amenities


  • Service options
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Wi-Fi
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Casual
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Groups
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Toilets
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Romantic
    • ✗ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Upmarket
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Free Wi-Fi
    • ✓️ Kids' menu
    • ✓️ Bar on site
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ High chairs
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ Fast service
    • ✓️ Good for kids
    • ✓️ Family friendly
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ Free water refills
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
    • ✓️ Accepts reservations
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

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