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Coquine Restaurant
Category: Restaurants French French [Edit]
2075 Yonge StToronto, ON M4S 2A4
Neighbourhood: Mount Pleasant and Davisville
(416) 322-6767
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 12 pm - 11 pm
Fri-Sat 12 pm - 12 am
Sun 12 pm - 10 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- Yes
33 reviews for Coquine Restaurant
Review Highlights
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"My date ordered a wild mushroom ravioli in white wine..." In 2 reviews -
"...my main, I ordered the duo of duck: a roasted breast, and..." In 4 reviews -
"If you love French Onion soup you MUST try Coquine's." In 5 reviews
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33 reviews in English
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Review from James K.
Toronto, ON
The wait staff was attentive, knowledgeable and pleasant.
The food portions were adequate, the presentation was amazing, and the food itself was excellent.
I had the rack of lamb & my dinner partner had the steak frites. Both were "perfect".
I'll be back... -
Review from Dixie Q.
Toronto, ON
I came here to enjoy a light dinner for one.
I sat in the communal table, with the hopes I would have the breaking of the bread experience with total strangers and leaving as friends.
Well, it didn't happen. Maybe it was a quiet Thursday. Maybe it was too early (6-ish). Maybe it was not meant to be.
But, I had great service with a friendly smile and everyone working who had vested interests in the restaurant made my dinner for 1 experience enjoyable. I spent over an hour just reading my magazine with a glass of wine and when I was ready to order, I just had to let the host know. I ordered the trio of burgers and a side of fries. A guilty pleasure and just the right size. They put different condiments on the side (ketchup, dijon mustard, and something else), that if you know what you like, I am certain you can request a change.
Just so you know, they don't take debit - weird in this day and age, so be prepared with either cash or credit card. -
Review from Jennifer K.
Markham, ON
I am already in my vacation mood when I was looking through the Drink Menu at Coquine Restaurant.
I want a beer to go with my lunch... not like I am crazy about Boris ($4). The bottle looks kind of cute, but a cheap beer always taste like a cheap beer...
Lunch serves till 5 pm. The prices are really similar to the dinner menu but for lunch, Coquine does have some lighter fare: sandwiches or wraps.
My Chicken Crepe ($14) filled with grilled chicken breast, sauteed mushroom, spinach and brie with a mixed green salad was quite savory. The sauce was really flavoured and creamy but definitely on the heavy side. Chicken breast as usual can be a tad too heavy and dry for my taste..
Coquine does have this French Bistro Vibe: dark and noisy. My waiter was friendly and professional. I definitely will come back to try other items on the menu when I am in the area! -
Review from Kent P.
Dark woody atmosphere, overly pricey drinks, bathrooms that are smellier than they should be, lots of older dudes with expensive unbuttoned shirts on, and unfortunately 2 TVs playing CP24 that take away from the cache. I think I had a good time here even though that description was pretty bad.
Would be a nice place for a date, I think. -
Review from Shasta K.
Toronto, ON
Checked out Coquine for lunch yesterday - overall, a very nice place.
Decided to take advantage of the side patio given that summer is, sadly, almost over. As an added bonus, an over zealous bee interested in my diet coke made the patio experience especially entertaining.
I was impressed with the menu - lots of tasty sounding items. Sadly, this also posed a problem because I suffered from analysis paralysis - I wanted to eat at least three times all at once! Finally, with a litte coaching and encouragement, I decided to go with the chicken crepe. Delicious - couldn't have been more happier! Well prepared and tasty -a little on the heavy side. The meal left me feeling sluggish.... it was tough to go back to work and keep my eyes open..signs of a good lunch! :)
A repeat for sure. -
Review from Q B.
Toronto, ON
The service here is HORRIBLE. . . . rude . . . so rude.
The food is okay, but won't go back because the service is just atrocious (I have already given this place 2 chances). -
Review from Vince B.
Toronto, ON
If you love French Onion soup you MUST try Coquine's.
The Coquine version is dark (probably a beef broth, but I didn't ask) and thick but not overly caramelized. After my soup I enjoyed the wild mushroom ravioli and had two glasses of white by the glass (viognier & chardonnay) and both were good and almost great (but not great). I must admit I simply ordered by the varietal and what ever I got was perfect in the sense that I wasn't poured the most expensive option by the glass (ie I wasn't taken advantage of - nicely done).
The atmosphere is great for me - I love hustle and bustle of this place and the bar is always a buzz with locals.
The staff was outstanding, friendly, engaging and the service was excellent.
Coquine will be on my regular rotation for sure. -
Review from jocelyn l.
I love French Bistros...Coquine was good, but not great.
My duo of duck was OK. For $28, it's very pricy. I've had much better duck breast and duck confit (girl & the fig... Slanted Door) and this was really a little disappointing. It was a tad dry and not very flavorful at all.
The deserts though, were yummy. The warm apple maple cake was awesome. The Choc torte was pretty good...very rich.
Overall, great vibe, but wish the entrees were better -
Review from Stephen G.
Mississauga, ON
Took the bf out for an impromptu lunch yesterday and it was quite good. He had the ceasar salad and pasta pommodoro and I had the steak frites. Both were very good...with the steak coming with a tasty bit of au jus and the frites were excellent, topped with parm.
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Review from Madelaine D.
Toronto, ON
Coquine is the crème de la crème of restaurants in the area for atmosphere, food and service!
Coquine has that dark cozy feel to it (my kind of restaurant)! The clientele was a trendy group, the staff extremely friendly and the food amazing, especially the Cassoulet!
I'd recommend this place to anyone in a heartbeat and will certainly be back. -
Review from TOFoodReviews n.
Toronto, ON
Coquine Restaurant serves up an excellent weekend brunch, with all the charm and flavour of a European patio café. The restaurant is decked out art-deco style, with lots of white tile, dark wood and vintage posters lining the walls. Coquine boasts several large dining rooms and a quaint patio, perfect for people watching or a leisurely meal. A large group of us descended on Coquine one Sunday morning for a late brunch, and found the menu to be both classic and eclectic. Let me explain. .
Traditional Sunday morning brunch normally sees a line-up of the usuals; pancakes, omelets and waffles. While Coquine serves up all of these items, they do it all with a pronounced French flavour, not afraid of adding a little gourmet to your breakfast. Coquine's wonderful Apple Jack's ($11) offers up a stack of fluffy pancakes, topped with delectable caramelized apple and maple syrup. The delightful Vanilla French Toast ($12) is flavoured with fresh vanilla bean and served with a berry compote and Chambord. The Steak Frites ($19) were delicious, and came with a side of Parmesan truffle fries and mayo. While you may not be able to fly to Paris for weekend brunch, you can certainly enjoy the savoury French-style cuisine just south of Yonge and Eglinton.
Everyone found their meals to be excellent, and I can personally attest to both the quality and quantity of the wild mushroom and shallot Quiche with chévre ($14). Coffee (and Bailey's) was always available, and attentive extras like water for the group, and non-stop breadbaskets make the service at Coquine both pleasant and under-stated.
Overall, the value for meals was very good, as portions were large, and fit for sharing. Both the hostess and the server were polite and attentive, but never obvious. With an excellent location between Davisville and Eglinton subway stops, and great food and service, Coquine should be on your list as a must-try for weekend brunch. -
Review from Alvin V.
Toronto, ON
French food has been very elusive for me. For one thing, there aren't that many restaurants that have it and it's a shame because people are missing out. This is probably my 3rd real French restaurant experience, The others being Jules and Papillon, and as it stands now this place is number 1!
My fellow Yelper, Tony C, recommended this place. He's an Elite and gave it 5 Stars, shouldn't that be enough? hahaha
So does it live up to the hype?
Decor:
The restaurant was definitely bustling when we got there. We were in the back room in the restaurant which was a bit more segregated but not audio-wise. It's a pretty loud restaurant which is fine. I enjoyed the ambiance. The room we're in had murals of French inspired images drawn in chalk on a giant blackboard type walls.
Maybe it kind of ruins the atmosphere that there's a TV at the top of the wall showing the game so I could probably live without that.
Food:
I ordered an Onion Soup to start for 8$. I was excited because sometimes I do say to myself "Quality is proportional to Cost" and in this instance, I was eagerly imagining that theory. It came in the typical onion soup bowl and had all the necessary ingredients like baked cheese and french bread inside. The soup though, was a bit disappointing as it was a bit lacking in flavour. But as I dived deeper into the bowl, I found another layer of cheese which was a pleasant surprise so it offseted my disappointment somewhat. It was a big soup, and I couldn't even finish it btw.
For my main, I ordered the duck which was super for 26$. I ordered it medium rare as recommended and it came out just right.
We ordered an Apple cake and Orange Almond Cake to share which was presented quite nicely. It was a bit too sweet to my liking but still a good texture. In small portions, it would be a nice treat!
The portions here are large. Even though I enjoyed my food, I did have a hard time finishing it and I'm not necessarily a small eater in my mind.
Service:
Our waiter was polite and attentive. There was always someone to take away our finished plates promptly but perhaps almost too quickly sometimes. It almost felt like they were hovering around trying to get as many dishes to the washer as possible. That I didn't appreciate so much. Also, there seemed to be a lot of different service attendants around the restaurant so I was confused. Our waiter just took our orders, there were different people who collected the dishes, and an entirely different person who filled water. Now, I'm not sure if that's a good thing or not but I did have my hand signal ignored by the "plate gatherers".
Overall:
Splendid French restaurant for a date or a small group. Atmosphere is a bit loud so don't expect a quite romantic dinner. Food was spectacular as well. I will go there again unquestionably. -
Review from Tina H.
Great restaurant in the area. Perfect for a casual/low key date.
Steak frites was pretty good for $18. The frites come with a garlicky parmesan topping, ketchup and housemade mayo. The frites were especially good.
The Coquine salad is delicious, with the perfect combination of blue cheese, candied walnuts, figs and prosciutto on a generous amount of arugula. Good size, too, which makes you feel less bad about ordering all that meat and fat for the entrée. The green salad was good too, as was the rack of lamb. The food is rich and delicious at good value.
The wine list is decent. Definitely not the highlight of the place, though. They have a martini menu too. The wine list was good for a restaurant at this price point.
Too full for dessert, but they had crème brûlée and something chocolatey (that's all I really look for).
It was Sunday and they had some loud, Spanish language band playing. It was kind of nice but a bit loud.
This place is a solid spot for a casual dinner. Go here if you want delicious French comfort food at a good price. -
Review from Munis T.
Toronto, ON
The ambiance was unremarkable, it neither enhanced nor interfered with my dining experience.
I started with the fritto misto which was satisfactory. Shrimp, calamari and cod were lightly battered and generally tender. The dipping sauce light and not particularly exciting.
I followed this with lamb chops. They were cooked just right, and fairly tender, but under-flavored: the rosemary and roasted garlic mentioned on the menu were difficult to detect.
As my main, I ordered the duo of duck: a roasted breast, and leg confit. The breast was acceptable, but a little on the chewy side; similarly, the leg was okay, but a little dried out. The blueberry balsamic sauce was dull with muted flavors. Further, the duck flesh itself was not as flavorful as I expect duck to be.
Finally, I had the mixed berry crepe for dessert. It was filled with a vanilla gelato which allegedly had berries mixed into it, but they were barely noticeable. The crepe itself was a little stiff (i.e. stale) as though it had been sitting around for a while.
In contrast to the food, the service was quite good. The waiter even turned up the air-conditioning without us asking (I think he overheard us saying we were hot).
Overall, the food was not bad or offensive, but really quite boring and mediocre. I will avoid this restaurant in the future. -
Review from Imran N.
Came here with my boss the other day.
Simple menu done really well.
Everything from the salmon to the steak is just normal - but it's done amazingly well.Listed in: Yonge and Egl
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Review from L L.
Toronto, ON
Went to Coquine for dinner over the weekend since good friend of mine who is a chef recommended for the nice French/Italian cuisine.
The decor was nice. It was very classy and warm feeling. Maybe I am biased but I am not so into the modern interior decor that many other new restaurants are trying to put - Spring Rolls as an example. I just don't feel too comfortable in that type of sleek setting. Coquine gave me that nice relaxing mood for a date with some vibes.
We've ordered Antipasto Platter for Two. It was good especially the size was probably good to share for 4 people.
I ordered Seafood Linguine and I've loved it. Generally whenever I go to a new restaurant, I try to pick the most expensive ones in the category. I have learned this from my chef friend. Since a restaurant gets less orders of more expensive dishes, more skilled kitchen staffs are usually responsible for making them and pay more attention. Also, it is good measuring stick to assess the quality of dishes on the menu.
Anyway, my partner ordered Pan Seared Jumbo Shrimp & Sea Scallops to follow the same rule! This was also very good that it clearly demonstrated the sautee skills by the kitchen staffs there. Scallops are perfectly cooked with shrimps.
Both of us really enjoyed the dinner there and the only down side was that I think we ordered a wrong wine to pair with these good dishes. We ordered Chardonnay, and I think the dishes we had were probably better matched with Pinot Grigio. But I can't blame them because it was my choice. -
Review from Heather B.
Scarborough, ON
Bonjour Mesdames et Messieurs !!
Ended up in here for lunch today.
I'm not an expert on french cuisine but this place was very appealing.
I'm also not sure about other french restaurants in the GTA but anyways here we go ...
I believe is more of the 'fine dining' venues to go.
I had a Chicken Crepe which has mushrooms, spinach, brie, and a cream sauce. Came with a side of salad greens and it was DELISH!
It really filled me (maybe a little too much with all the cheese lol).
That came to about $14 I believe.
My boss ended up with one of the sandwiches which also came with a side of salad greens. The sandwich was also grilled on a smaller baguette and that was eaten in 5 minutes :P
At night I read that they have Jazz... I think that is only on Sat nights.
I would definetely come and check this place for dinner.
They always has specials on mussels after 5 pm which is also a weakness of mine :)
Bonne Appetite !! -
Review from Jan C.
Popped in for an afternoon bite and a glass of prosecco. We sat at the bar and the bartender was attentive and considerate, without being too much so. Nice place to talk and the food was good. I had the tuna "sandwich" which was more of a salad which the waiter had explained beforehand. Very tasty. Nice ambiance.
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Review from Dejan M.
Went on a Friday night with a couple of friends. There was no wait for a table inside and about half an hour for outside (though the host said it would be just 15 minutes). But in the end we stayed inside even after an outside table became available, since we liked the vibe.
We had a couple of beers and the poutine, which I found very yummy. It had just enough meat in it to make it interesting while staying true to the original idea of poutine. We didn't sample any other dishes.
The waitstaff was quick but friendly, contributing to the overall positive ambiance. I liked the interior design, and the crowd seemed friendly. As another reviewer noticed, the patrons are a bit on the mature side, but there are very few masters-of-the-universe types or hard-trying wannabes. People generally seemed well put together, cheery, and respectful. I'm sure this varies from day to day, but my first experience was a good one, and I'd definitely go back. -
Review from Tony C.
Richmond Hill, ON
This place has to be one of my favourites for French food in Toronto, after last night's meal it just cemented it. I think it just became my favourite restaurant in all of Toronto!
We first started off with a onion soup and a poutine with duck confit. The onion soup was done really well, with the right amount of cheesiness. It was quite a chore slurping it without having cheese strings hanging out of your mouth. A great way to have your date laugh at you. The poutine was alright, it had way too much cheese, it masked the taste of the duck., but still yummy.
The stars of the night were up next and wow they gave a great performance. My date ordered a wild mushroom ravioli in white wine truffle cream, that was pure ecstasy. Never had I had such a great tasting ravioli! You can tell the ravioli shells were made fresh, great texture - absolutely divine! I ordered their duo of duck, you get a leg and a duck breast on a bed of potatoes and green beans drizzled in a blueberry balsamic sauce. Oh yes, it was beyond good!
The space itself is a bit cramped, but walking in here transported me back to Paris. Love the vibe even though it gets a bit loud and doesn't have a warm inviting decor. To me this place has a certain charm that might not please everyone, but I like it the way it is.
They only take reservations for parties over 6 people. Arrive there around 6 and you shouldn't have to wait. -
Review from John B.
Toronto, ON
Mouth watering white bean dip for fresh French bread, with a great chianti. The duck is perfect. Service a little slow
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Review from Peter B.
I was in Toronto on business last weekend and Friday night was looking for somewhere fun for dinner with a client.
Coquine filled the bill perfectly. Interesting mix of people, a tad cougarish until about 9:00 when a younger crowd seemed to show up.
Food was good. NY Strip Steak and Frites...yummo. Steak was cooked perfectly. My client ordered the Veal Liver and it was actually VERY good. And I hate liver!
Jeff was our bartender (usually sit at the bar for dinner when with clients as one is less forced to make small talk). He was great. Friendly, accommodating etc.
Quite reasonable. Good vibe.
I'll go back if I get a chance. -
Review from Andrea R.
Toronto, ON
Absolutely amazing French food. So authentic. We were served some bread with a delicious creamy spread (though not sure exactly what the flavors were), and our orders were taken quickly. I chose the Croque Madame, and while it was ridiculously bad for me, it was prepared perfectly. Crispy crust, warm ham and cheese, topped with a fried egg. I felt like I was back in Paris. My friends' meals looked wonderful too--especially the bruschetta with avocado, salmon and goat cheese. I will definitely be back!
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Review from Mike C.
Thornhill, ON
Came here for a birthday dinner with my wife, had a great experience. Plenty of options, portions are definitely larger than what I expected.
Poutine was great (a little salty, but you should expect that with poutine) - how can you go wrong with duck confit? I definitely suggest that if you want to get poutine that you share it.
Mussels in Pernod sauce were excellent and plump and our server made a great suggestion to sub the frites for Caesar Salad since we were ordering the poutine. These little touches are always appreciated!
Our entrees were done well as well. We ordered the Ribeye special and the Salmon - medium rare for both and the salmon was a wee bit raw in the centre but nothing to fuss over.
We were too stuffed for dessert!
Only other suggestion is to watch for the back back corner of the restaurant where the AC unit is. The restaurant was busy and we were sitting by it where it got kind of chilly. (French Onion Soup helped out though :)) -
Review from Betsey B.
Toronto, ON
My husband and I have been here almost a dozen times over the last couple years for brunch, lunch, and dinner service. The decor is casual french bistro as you'd expect it; white marble high tops and black barstools in the front bar with bistro tables and chairs in the dining rooms. There is an amazing mural in the back room, both unexpected and quite grand. A fair amount of patio space is provided out front and at the side for the warmer days.
This is definitely a neighbourhood gem with plenty of regulars who come for both the food and atmosphere. Be warned though, Thursday through Sunday nights are packed so the bar can get noisy, everyone is definitely having a good time but you still feel a sense of welcome when you walk in the door. The heartbeat of the place is it's charismatic owner Rob, who you will find here most nights it seems, if there is a man in the city that embodies that European sense of flair with such aplomb better than Rob I'd like to see him!
The food here is basic french cooking done very well, you won't be astounded, but you will be very pleased, and prices are fair. Don't come here and expect Alain Ducasse, Anne-Sophie Pic, Guy Savoy or Joel Robuchon. What most people don't seem to realize is that true french cooking, the way the french cook for themselves at home is not fussy. Here you will get the best and freshest ingredients cooked simply but perfectly every time (everything is made in house). Of all the times my husband and I have been by ourselves, or on occasion with large groups, every dish has been excellent, to the point where we find it difficult to order because its all that tasty! If I absolutely had to choose I would say I secretly crave the wild mushroom ravioli and the white bean dip (provided free with the bread) is dreadfully addictive! The 'piece de resistance' though is the warm maple apple cake, topped with vanilla gelato, baked fresh to order and let me tell you it is worth the wait...I don't share.
As far as drinks go the bartenders are pro's, and very friendly, the cocktail list is short however they'll make you whatever your heart desires. My main criticism is that the wine list could be more robust, the selection by the glass isn't too bad but the bottle list is a bit too short for a restaurant with such great food. The dessert wine offering is almost non existent with only one Vidal Icewine and three port's, however liqueurs, aperitif's, scotch and cognac abound (I acknowledge this is in keeping with the french style though).
All in all, this is a fantastic spot for any occasion; date, special celebration, casual get together, just drinks, brunch...your oven is conveniently broken...whatever, go....bon appetit! -
Review from Lisa B.
I have to say I was disappointed. I took my Dad tonight for Father's Day. I thought that. overall, it was over-priced and just "ok".
Good:
The Escargot: for $8 this was a nice appetizer. Nicely seasoned with Pernod, garlic and butter, topped with cheese
The Lentil Salad: for $6 this was the best item we tasted. Tasty, perfectly cooked lentils with a nice flavoring and olive oil (I think)
Not so Good:
Martinis: At $13 these were expensive and watery. Nothing special besides the price.
The Caesar Salad: My mom really like it a lot; I thought it was ok but way, way too much dressing!
The Service: Friendly enough but at least two servers looked like they had no idea how to take plates away and seemed a little worried they might drop them on us. I was worried, too.
We were 3 adults and one child; we had one glass of wine, 2 martinis, one Shirley Temple, 2 Caesar salads, the lentil salad and the escargot and, before the tip, our bill was $83. -
Review from An N.
Scarborough, ON
Coquine is a delightful treat for a francophile like myself. This place is bustling on a Saturday night. For diners who don't plan ahead, you'll likely end up sitting in the bar, which isn't so bad when you consider the food you're about to have. I've been here a couple times and have tried the cassoulet and duo of duck. I thoroughly enjoyed both. Though the atmosphere is casual, Coquine is on the "special occasion" list of restaurants for me.
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Review from Nikolaos N.
Montréal, QC
Oh how I adore this place, if you read my reviews you may notice a pattern. I'm a sucker for a nice terrace, and this restaurant has a really nice one. Imagine this, it's a warm evening in July and your sitting on wonderful terrace on a busy pedestrian intersection with a nice bowl of french onion soup. Ah delightful!
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Review from Age S.
Toronto, ON
experience was ok. i wouldn't say it was the best i have ever had. food was ok, the french onion soup was a bit tasteless. the steak arrived cold, and the frites were powdered in the boxed parmesan. didnt taste fresh. but my friend loved it there so at least she was happy.
service was good, but our server couldn't figure out the bill. i liked her, but after what happened i am not a fan. will definitely NOT recommend it to anyone, because she thought we tipped her $7, when really it was 15% already. my friends freaked out, and threw money at her. after i crunched the numbers, we tipped her friggin 29%!!!!!! it was NOT worth it. Service was NOT deserving of that. The keg servers and food is even better. -
Review from SS Z.
Fantastic lunch at Coquine. Food and service was great! Great find on Yonge St. If you are looking for a great bistro, look no further. Can't wait to go back.
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Review from Natalie E.
Toronto, ON
One of the best values in the Yonge/Eglinton area: lively, great service, terrific food and reasonable prices. I sent my brother and his girlfriend here right after they got back from Paris and they liked it better than most of the bistros in Paris! They are excellent for large parties--private back room, separate bills, something for everyone on the menu. Do not miss the mushroom ravioli--you will be licking the plate!! Almost always busy, especially the large, covered patio in the summertime. Highly recommended for a fun, casual night out.
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Review from Jen S.
I had the most unnacceptable restaurant experience ever at Coquine. I was part of a party of 10 and we waited an hour and a half for our dinner. The service was awful- our server was quite rude and never once came to apologize for the delay or let us know what was going on. Only until after we went directly to the manager did they try and do anything for us...which was giving us a round of shots?? Who wants shots on an empty stomach? The food was definitely not worth the wait.
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Review from D K.
York, ON
Very nice place. Went on Sunday night - they had good jazz, nice atmosphere. Two out of three entries we ordered were very good, as was the salad. The third one (halibut) was a bit bland. Overall - definitely deserves another visit.
