Bistro Coco — Restaurant in City of Edinburgh

We picked Bistro Coco for a celebratory date night, and it could not have been a better choice. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was so cozy and elegant – ideal for a romantic evening.

The meal started with a fun surprise: some creative amuse bouches to kick things off. And then came the soft, warm sunflower seed bread with perfectly salted butter. Simple, but so satisfying.

For starters, we shared two dishes. First, the smoked Applewood cheddar raviolo – it was creamy, decadent, and felt like a warm hug in food form. Then, we had the heritage tomato tarte, which was bursting with fresh, summery flavours. The combination of balsamic, mustard, basil and mozzarella chantilly made every bite vibrant and delicious.

For the main course, we shared a chateaubriand for two. It was cooked to perfection – juicy, tender, and seasoned just right. The truffle and parmesan fries were a great indulgent side, and the market vegetables and ratatouille balanced everything out well. We also got garlic butter and peppercorn sauce, which were both amazing with the steak.

We ended the meal with a strawberry tart paired with an incredible strawberry sorbet from Over Langshaw farm (always a favourite). It was light, refreshing, and packed with flavor – the perfect summery finish.

We also enjoyed two lovely wines throughout the meal – a fruity French Côtes du Rhône and a bolder Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Both were great choices and paired perfectly with the food.

A special shoutout to Laura, our lovely French host, who was absolutely fantastic. She was so friendly and knowledgeable, guiding us through the menu and really adding to the experience.

Overall, Bistro Coco is a gem for a special occasion or just a cozy date night. We’ll...

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