My wife and I have been to Cocody French restaurant several times and always had an amazing experience. The Maine Lobster Bisque was so good that even as a native Bostonian, I was genuinely impressed. The Scottish Salmon was equally impressive. We've enjoyed the New York Strip, the tenderloin and the chicken. All of which were excellent- especially when paired with the Truffle Parmesan Fried Potatoes. What really stood out to us was the quality of the food, combined with the surprisingly affordable prices for a French restaurant in River Oaks. We were so impressed with Cocody we decided to host our wedding reception in one of their private rooms. Once again, Cocody delivered superbly! I was truly amazed with the quality of the food for our dedicated menu. We especially loved that our guests could choose their meals at the time of ordering. This made the whole experience even more enjoyable and personalized. Cocody is a cozy, welcoming restaurant with exceptional food and wonderful service. We highly recommend giving it a try. If you haven't been there yet, you're truly missing out. read more

From the first moment I stepped in I kept saying wow. The interior of this restaurant is so nice and chic. The various tones of muted pink goes so well together it adds a nice elegant feminine like touch without being too overbearing. We arrived around 8 PM on a Tuesday night so there were very limited people and were seated quickly. I love the big comfy sofa they make for a very romantic evening. This place is so cute. It's a place you take friends or a girl's birthday or a very nice romantic evening for pictures. We began with an espresso martini for me and a whiskey sour for my husband. They were delicious. I decided on a filet but unfortunately my expectations were a bit too high. I am use to steakhouses that can Pittsburgh style a steak. After ordering the waiter did come back to let me know they wouldn't be able to that. When my filet arrived it was well done and hard to cut or chew lol. I wish I would've ordered something else. My husband's filet ordered medium rare was great for him. read more

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This place is gorgeous inside and has a very luxurious feel. The service is excellent! The trout was incredible and so flavorful. I also loved the shrimp and octopus ceviche. The lobster deviled eggs were also so tasty and unique! It was a bit pricey, but well worth it. This would be a great date night place. read more

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What a great joy to have an authentic French restaurant here in Houston ! Cocody is amazing for its ambiance, food and service ! Especially when Maria is there to make the experience even greater ! The food is to die for and the service impeccable ! Thank you Maria for your attentiveness and commitment to your customers ! You are the reason why we come back and enjoy our time with you at Cocody ! read more

Happy Galentines Dayyy! So this place was interesting. "French inspired" food with an upscale vibe. Very aesthetically pleasing, and they hit it out of the park with the decor. Let's get into the food... Some friends ordered the deviled eggs which were fishy, steak dishes in which the topping options weren't plentiful i.e butters, sauces etc. When we asked we were told "this isn't a steakhouse". Ummm ok, well it's on the menu, but ok whatever. Asked for certain temperatures, wasn't accommodated. Idk what that side of potato situation was, but you can just skip all of that. Ended up just ordering a crab and spinach dip dish, which was basically an appetizer, but it was decent. Just needed some...seasoning. So needless to say, they didn't really eat anything. I ordered a the crab omelet and pancakes, which was surprisingly the best thing on the menu. They had ton of jumbo lump crab and I was impressed, since most restaurants fall short here. Service was ok, since guy, but I had to countlessly ask for a napkin when we first got there, a glass for my mimosa and the actual mimosa itself. Did they need help today? I feel like this place missed a lot of marks. And I guess since we wasn't feeling it, we got offered some random dessert they also could've kept. Cocody was cool, but the experience and food was so off. It was cute though... read more

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Do not come here on a Saturday unless you have absolutely nothing to do for the rest of the day. The staff seemed overwhelmed and inattentive. Our drink order took over 30 minutes, and we eventually had to ask another waiter for help. Shout-out to Roger, though--he really saved the experience. He was attentive, helpful, and genuinely cared. Our actual server was nice, I guess, but seemed new and a bit lost. Food-wise, this visit was a miss. The crab au gratin was very bland, which was disappointing. The croissants, however, were amazing--easily the best thing we had. The sea bass I ordered never came, and I didn't want to wait even longer for another entrée. To their credit, the manager stepped in and comped us a lobster pasta, which was a solid recovery move. Overall, between the long waits and kitchen issues, it wasn't a great experience--but good management and Roger's service kept it from being a total loss. The manger tried his best to make it right but to many bad thing happened ! read more

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Return visit for brunch! (Second review 3 star) First review;(Halloween birthday lunch, which went away when I post the second review 4.4 stars) I've been wanting to try the Cowboy Breakfast plate, that offers two small waffles, 3 eggs, two types of bacons and potatoes. Thors was my first time trying lamb bacon and it was fantastic! I did discover on this visit there no comp bread. All three of My eggs came out poached, when I requested them to be only one poached and the other over medium plus The correction happened but I wasn't clear if it was going to an additional charge (given previous experience and lack of communicated details) I wasn't clear sure to send two back. It was the lack of attentiveness on this visit versus the last visit. I ordered a OJ, (not listed in menu) price is $5 no refills. I didn't get a refill on my water either. And it was less busy than my last visit. And I had the same waiter as before. Which he is really nice. I still look forward to bringing my mom here to visit for her celebration year! Or before that. read more

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Came for a business lunch. Gregory suggested the prix fixe lunch menu of shrimp/salmon and took great care of us.

We made a large group dinner reservation to celebrate a birthday, and overall, the food was delicious and the ambience was perfect for the occasion. This was actually our second time dining here, and our positive experience the first time was the main reason we chose to return. Unfortunately, our experience was negatively affected by one interaction with a staff member. There was another birthday celebration taking place in our area, and after they finished, we sang briefly to celebrate their birthday as well. A staff member, who was the person opening and closing the door, gestured for us to be quiet and told us that our group was being too loud. While we understand the importance of being considerate of other guests, we did not appreciate the way the situation was handled. We were celebrating a birthday and simply joining in a brief, cheerful moment with another group. The staff member's manner left us feeling unwelcome and took away from what had otherwise been a wonderful evening. It is disappointing because we genuinely enjoyed this restaurant enough to return for a second visit. After this experience, however, we will have to think twice before returning. We hope management will take this feedback into consideration, as the way guests are treated can have just as much impact as the quality of the food and atmosphere. read more

The food is amazing !!! Fresh and tasty!!! Staff was helpful kind and attentive ! The space was clean!! Vibes are awesome check em out for a great time Thank you!! read more

Stopped in for happy hour with the girls. The restaurant is beautiful from the patio , to the bar and dining area. We had a couple cocktails and some light bites. While the food was okay we weren't blown away. However do think I need to come back for brunch for sure and maybe dinner. The manager and bartenders were very welcoming and entertaining. read more

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This was our first time to visit and it did not disappoint. We are going to France next year and are trying all of the French restaurants, Cocody is my favorite so far. The restaurant is stunning, the food is beautiful and delicious. The wine list is amazing, and Mario's knowledge of wine was very helpful. We had the pleasure of meeting Chef Lionel, he recommended the lamb, which we were hesitant about, but it was delicious and the pistachio ice cream I could eat every night! We love the restaurant and the staff so much that we went back and will continue to. Thank you George, Mario, Pena and Chef Lionel for an amazing experience, a'bientot! read more

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We've had two great weekday experiences at Cocody, which makes this review a little bittersweet. On our lunch visit, everything hit the mark. I had the salmon tartine, Moi ordered the prime cheeseburger, and Brandon had the crab salad sandwich--all excellent. The ambiance is beautiful and very well thought out, and the service during lunch was top-tier. The chef even came to our table, which was a really nice touch. If you want great service, lunch during the week is the move. Unfortunately, Saturday brunch was a completely different story. Our waitress disappeared shortly after we sat down. We had to flag down another staff member just to order drinks and appetizers. Thankfully, Roger saved the day. He's actually the bartender but stepped in to help on the floor, and he was attentive, professional, and genuinely helpful when things were falling apart. The biggest issue: Brandon ordered the Chilean seabass and was instead served lobster pasta. By the time it was sorted out, I had already eaten, and he waited over 30 minutes for his correct dish--which never arrived. He eventually canceled the seabass altogether. Not exactly the brunch experience you hope for. It's disappointing because Cocody clearly can get it right--we've seen it firsthand during weekday visits. But brunch service needs serious improvement. That said, we'll be back--sitting at the bar with Roger, and only on Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday. He definitely earned our loyalty. read more

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Great brunch beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff. Free parking in garage, valet and also self park. Pluses 1) crab au gratin with big chunks of crab was delicious and good amount 2) shrimp and grits big and spicy shrimp with a nice kick 3) duck 4) eclair dessert pretty and sweet treat 5) chocolate dessert yummy 6) birthday treat with macaroon Areas to improve 1) just minor points, table didn't have knives and the server brought some to us 2) water filled our sparkling water with regular water before we could let him know - maybe use different color glass for staff to know ? 3) our food came all at on once spacing it out may have been better We had a delightful time and would be happy to return. They have a big patio outside too. Highly recommended for special occasions! read more

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I was invited to a birthday dinner here. It was my First time in this area. We were able to get parking in the parking right by the restaurant. As we entered we were pleasantly stunned with the beautiful decor. It's amazingly fancy and upscale, from the chandeliers and the assorted wines on the shelves to the wall lighting fixtures, real fancy! Our table was to the side with another group, very private. I can't tell you I remembered our servers because they didn't engage much with us other than taking the orders quickly and leaving. The drinks were amazing and the food was delicious. I had an allergy reaction to something that was on the cheese platter but maybe it was my fault because I didn't tell them I was allergic to honey even though we weren't asked, but hey! Got my meds and I enjoyed the night. There's also a cute area upstairs by the restroom to take pics. It's small and at the time it was only there or the stairs leading up were the only photo ops we saw. Overall a good evening. NB: when we got our invites we were told for a group reservation you're not allowed to pay separately. So we all had to zelle the person who booked and she was able to pay for the table. (This is Just for reference) read more

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Came here for a friend's bday dinner. There was a group of 7 of us. The stairs are so pretty in here but they do not allow you to take photos there. Kind of sad about this! I ordered the lobster pasta and it was really good! Great portions! The sauce had amazing flavor and the presentation was really nice. Overall a pricey restaurant, would come back for a nice occasion! The installations on the ceiling were beautiful. Ambiance would be great for a girls night out, or date night. Parking is easy in the shopping center right in front. The only complaint I had was you had to pay the bill from your phone and the system they used made it really confusing to split/pay bill, and we had problems with that towards the end. read more

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So, walking in, the decor is absolutely stunning. Unfortunately, in recent months, you are not allowed to take pictures, so that does put a damper considering how pretty it is. But still come picture-ready. In terms of food, I came for dinner, and my steak and creamed spinach were delicious, although I would've appreciated a different sauce pairing or seasoning? The service was also just okay. Considering how nice it is, I would expect more. Overall, I think it is great for special events due to the vibe, but not necessarily the best if you're looking for a dinner with the best food. read more

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The reviews seemed very mixed. Yet, I had a wonderful experience. The staff was kind and attentive. I went for lunch so not super busy. Perfect timing really. The decor is so beautiful, definitely VIBES! It's very light food and I love that, very fresh, and colorful! read more

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Traditional French restaurant with some western African flair in terms of the food. Parking is a bit tricky as you will have to pay for parking no matter where you park but it's worth it once you walk in and are greeted by luxurious boutique editorial dinning decor. The bar is a lit marble with a very French inspired layout. A U shape allowing maximum efficiency for the bar tenders. We were seated to the outside patio which was neatly decorated. They were doing a few tastings of tequila, vodka, gin and mezcal. We ordered almost every dish on the happy hour menu. My favorite being the shrimp bites, a wonderful yet slightly spicy curried sauced shrimp. Very delightful. For the drink I had the hibiscus lemon drop with Amara's as the liquor of choice, very smooth, fragrant and elevated the dishes served to us this evening. read more

Cocody - French Near Me - Houston, Texas

We went for a quick happy hour treat and it was Nice... the food was amazing and on point. The drinks perfectly crafted by the bartender who was also training someone new. Now for the cherry on top. We got to meet the owners who were just so nice and kind and truly represent the luxury and class just like thier restaurant. Can't wait for my next visit. read more

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First time here for my best friend's birthday. The food was delicious and our server made the experience memorable. Come grab a glass of champagne and enjoy! read more

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I dined here during HRW which was a while ago, but I'l do my best to jog down memory lane. We had a company dinner here and managed to book the private back room with a full view of the kitchen. Immediately, the vibes were off the charts!! The restaurant is beautiful, very pleasing to the eye. Even on a Monday, it was lively, and upbeat. I would say that it was almost too loud with all of the chatter going on inside, but once we made it to our room, and our server closed the glass doors... silence. The room was practically sound-proof which I thought was amazing. It certainly allowed us to enjoy our night with some privacy. It was also quite novel to be able to look over and see the flow of the back of the house. I no longer recall the individual dishes we had, but I do recalled that everything I ate, I loved. Nothing disspointed. Chef Lionel Debon would occasionally step out of the kitchen to check on us, see how we were liking the food, and describe to us the journey of a dish from scratch to finished product. He also invited us to step into the kitchen to get a closer look at the inner working of the kitchen. Last but not least, the service was impeccable. The gentleman taking care of us throughout the enight did so, so eloquently. He handled service with great care and organization, and held great conversation as well. 10/10. Bring your cute outfits, a big appetite, and your cameras! Highly reccomend! read more

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Thank you for the response. In honor of sharing an honest review, I would like to clarify that I was asked not to take pictures on the staircase for caution and to avoid any accidents. I politely asked if I can take picture in front of the stairs and the assistant manager said yes, as long as I was not on the staircase. As he walked away I attempted to capture a picture in front of the staircase and that's when another manager approached us abruptly and asked us to leave while escorting us out of the establishment. I was not told three times, and I was in shock at what occurred after I had been told the adjustment was appropriate. Thank you for the reply but I would hope that in the future the establishment can learn to reciprocate respect to customers and practice honesty in business practices. read more

I don't wish to disparage the staff or kitchen, so I'll just say that the food and experience were not at all worth the price point to me. Much of the effort seemed to have been put into the presentation, and perhaps that's what many people want to see. The service was pretty good. read more

I'll start out with the good! The butternut soup and potato's were ! Definitely would get them again, 10 out of 10! The place was beautiful, too. We came here for brunch, but I could see it being a wonderful day night spot. Our server was nice.. just not too attentive. Now the bad.. Orange juice and espresso martini took over 20 minutes to get out. We received our soup and a couple of other things BEFORE that came out. We had to flag down our server a couple times for water and asked for our drinks a couple of times, too. That's a pet peeve for me. I don't want to have to guess and find our server. "Sorry, our bar is backed up." Ok, but nobody is even sitting at the bar. Get staffed up. It takes no time to bring orange juice out... have you had a toddler who's thirsty and upset because they don't have their juice? It's not fun. I'm here to enjoy myself. People made us food and you're saying, "yeah sorry, can't pour juice." It takes SECONDS to pour orange juice and I'm not trying to hear excuses like that. Just pour the juice! The other thing that I didn't like, and maybe this is just me, is when the food comes out randomly. An entree shouldn't come out before a starter. By the time my friends received their food, I was completely done eating. I typically would wait until everyone gets their food, but case in point, no one knew when we'd get anything. The fact that it took so long to get everything, having to flag down our server multiple times, not getting drinks we ordered ordered in the beginning until after we received our food... all of this makes me believe that they forgot, OR are severely understaffed. Either way, that type of thing can't happen. read more

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Amazing service. Food was superb! The decor is beautiful. Very intimate settings and you can actually hear everyone at your table...not overwhelming loud like most restaurants. read more

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This was my second time at this restaurant and I can't wait to come back. We had the 8 oz steak, lobster pasta, Atlantic cod, and scallops. GIRL. I was in heaven. The food is AMAZING. I drove 45 mins to get here and I'd do it any day. Joslyn, my server, was not only pleasant but extremely friendly and made me feel at home. She took care of us like family. Truly the best dining experience! Thank you Joslyn! read more

Cocody - French Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ambience 10/10 service 10/10 the food was delicious I wasn't to happy with my espresso martini. I did have the La Pois as a substitute loved it. The lamb was delicious the scallops melt in your mouth. For dessert the apple tartin not too sweet light pastry on the bottom I thoroughly enjoyed. Complimentary drink for my celebration read more

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Amazing experience, invited to the private room (thanks Riccardo S!), toured the kitchen before dinner. Chef is enthusiastic, seems happy with his suppliers, kitchen set up (no flames, all induction) from Cannes, down the road from where we spent some formative years. Each dish is well prepared, presented. Service is amazing - enjoyed the quality and attentiveness without folks hovering over us. (small note that the door to the private room squeaked whenever opened - needs oiling). Steaks, osso buco, fish dishes, drinks were all wonderful. Special dessert - housemade chocolate read more

I understand now. They turn away Black Americans because it's African owned. You have to be white or African. It's odd really. I was extremely disappointed and a bit embarrassed as we had a party of 15 and wanted to show our out of town friends a great time. Our waiter was excellent. The food was mid. The rules are ridiculous. And, it was hot. It was $5 per person for our birthday cake, even if we cut it ourselves. And they didn't split checks. Y'all, I go out ALOT. We tip WELL. We love trying new things and I will NEVA go back to this place. The ladies on TikTok wasn't lying. Not only is it blatantly obvious, it's annoying AF. read more

The service is top notch and the owners are amazing! They are launching a happy hour and lunch service soon. Look forward to another amazing food... here for the cocktails stay for the food read more

I do not recommend this place. On their website and open table, the attire description says "Business Casual". In my opinion and with experience that can mean anything from jeans and a polo to casual slacks and a blouse. My boyfriend and I didn't even make it through the front doors of the restaurant before being told our tire was not acceptable. I was in slacks , Hermes sandals and a blouse, and he was in khaki slacks and a polo. It was 730 on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was empty and it is very telling as to why. Quite disappointing. read more

Wonderful setting with excellent food and service. We celebrated our anniversary there and couldn't think of a better place than Cocody.

I came here with my boyfriend for Christmas Eve dinner. The decor was beautiful and aesthetically pleasing. The foods plating was very pretty but the taste was just ok. For the price I felt like it was very underwhelming. I felt like the Seabass had no seasoning and I felt it would have been tastier seasoned. The asparagus and mushroom that came with the beef Wellington was tasty. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Cocody. The food was spectacular. Lobster deviled eggs were delicious and just the right flavor. I also had the eggs Benedict for brunch and the hollandaise was perfect which is not easy. Mimosas. Cappuccino. And excellent service. To top it off, the decor was spot on and luxe. Everything was terrific. Will be visiting again! Formidable!! read more

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Amazing brunch experience. The dining room is beautiful, bright, and airy. The details are pretty and delicate, making it perfect for a romantic date night, girls night out, or brunch. The food is delicious. We loved the shakshouka and crab au gratin. The croissant board was also great with housemade apple butter and berry compote/jam. Definitely get the fried potatoes! They're crispy on the outside with moist perfectly cooked layers inside. It's a higher end brunch price in my opinion but the food is high quality and the service makes it a great experience. read more

Cocody - Shakshouka - French Near Me - Houston, Texas

The parking lot is not big and the valet service is $10. There is parking on the side street and in the back of the building. This is a beautifully decorated restaurant. I came with my girlfriends to try Houston Restaurant Weeks. We all ordered off the HRW menu. For starter I had the beet and goat cheese salad. The beets were nicely thin sliced and the presentation was fancy. I loved this appetizer. The cheese and the yellow purée (not sure what it was) all complimented each other. Even the tossed greens in the side was good. Next, for my entree, I ordered the short rib ravioli. Hands down, the best short rib ravioli I have ever had! The sauce was delicious and I liked the mushrooms in the dish. I was happy. For my last course I chose the hazelnut chocolate pastry. It was similar to a chocolate mouse with a crunchy cookie type crust. It was nicely presented. I wanted more of the caramel sauce in that dish. The food was great! In regards to service, I would say it is really slow and the restaurant was not at max capacity. It took us at least 40 min to get our drinks and to start taking dinner orders. The waiter said he was waiting for everyone to receive their drinks before he came to ask us what we wanted to order. That is unnecessary. We were hungry and that made it longer for us to start eating. The bar was also slow to remake my friend's drink. read more

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This is a gorgeous restaurant. The service is relatively attentive and quick, though not outstanding. We were sat at a table then asked to move because someone else was to sit where we were sat. It was strange but we were accommodated in a more private booth so we didn't mind much. The food was good but not exactly memorable. The presentation is of course lovely, but the flavors and experience were mediocre. I'd go back for the ambiance and wines, but wouldn't really expect an outstanding meal, especially considering the price point. read more

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This place is BOUJEE. Fancy birthdays, date nights, elegant and elevated eating as marketed. The decor, bar and seating is deliberately designed. I came with a party of 12, and the docking 1 star because the food didn't come out for honestly almost an hour. Drinks were good but nothing to write home About. Food was elegantly placed and cooked, flavors were mild. Yummy and I understand my prices for the environment and elegance of food. Avg: 40+ per entree, and drinks were $15+. Valet parking available for $10, but limited pay to park around the area! read more

Cocody - French Near Me - Houston, Texas

Cocody, this restaurant was nothing short of amazing. Representing its French authenticity everything was superb. Prawns were huge and tasty along with the mushroom ravioli. Scallops were my ultimate favorite cooked to perfection! Experience was great and service was fast. A great girls dinner or date night, celebrate anything. Valet parking or street parking available. read more

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