Le Coucou Restaurant — Restaurant in Johor

I’m not entirely sure why this charming restaurant is named Le Coucou—French for “The Cuckoo”—but we were immediately drawn in by its exquisite décor and warm ambiance.

The menu leans heavily toward Italian cuisine. While a few of the dish names were unfamiliar, our friendly waitress patiently explained everything, making the ordering process smooth and enjoyable.

From our first visit, several dishes stood out. I especially loved the halibut, served atop a cheesy cutlet and topped with salmon roe—a wonderfully balanced dish with a zesty salsa that brought everything together. The Australian striploin steak, humorously named “Heavy Duty,” was cooked to a perfect medium-well and paired so harmoniously with foie gras that we couldn’t resist ordering a second portion.

Another highlight was the “Vogue in Red” lobster risotto—fresh seafood, rich creaminess, and just the right depth of flavor. We ended that meal on a high note with foie gras bruschetta—rich, indulgent, and the perfect finale. Mama mia!

Revisit on 31 May 2025

After such a memorable first experience, we returned to see if Le Coucou could live up to our expectations—and we’re happy to say, the quality remained superb.

We had the striploin steak again, and it was just as wonderful as before. This time, we elevated our meal with the Wild Funghi truffle soup, which was aromatic and earthy, and a beautifully cooked salmon steak served with a house-made sauce and creamy mashed potatoes (personally prepared by the chef, we were told!).

For dessert, we didn’t want to miss out—and we’re so glad we didn’t. The tiramisu and affogato were both outstanding—simple, classic, and executed perfectly.

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Grazie mille, Le Coucou! We’ll definitely be back again. Exceptional food, consistent quality, and a dining experience that keeps us coming...

We came to Le Coucou, Mount Austin, to celebrate a birthday — but it turned into a disaster. The lamb rack (RM108) was served undercooked, sent back, and shockingly they returned the SAME piece, still raw. For this price, this is completely unacceptable.

On top of that, the food overall tasted poor — nothing close to what you’d expect from a place charging premium prices.

To make it worse, we brought a cake for a birthday. No birthday song, no effort, nothing special. The waiter simply placed the cake on the table and walked away. And yet they have the nerve to charge a 10% service charge for this kind of “service”?

Honestly, terrible food, poor service, and zero value for money. Definitely not...

I recently celebrated a birthday at this restaurant, and it was definitely the perfect choice! The staff went above and beyond, even playing the 'HDL' birthday song 🤣

The atmosphere, interior design, and overall ambiance were truly top-notch. While the food prices are on the higher end, the portions are incredibly generous—enough that one course can easily be shared between two people, in my opinion.

As for the food itself, it was exceptionally well-seasoned, with a rich blend of spices that brought out amazing flavors in every dish. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that’s well worth the splurge, especially for special occasions.🥳

I will definitely recommend...