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    Cognac

    4.2 (75 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Linda L.

    Very cute little cafe with friendly staff and good food but the ambiance is a little loud. We had to yell to hear each other. The menu is broad so there's something for everyone but mainly French inspired cuisine. The prices are very affordable and the size of the entrees are decent. I opted for the clams with garlic white wine butter sauce. The sauce was delicious but the clams were sandy and may have needed to be cooked longer and 3 of them didn't open. The escargot was nicely seasoned with garlic and parsley but the size were a little smaller than I'm used to seeing. My friends who ordered scallops said they were a bit salty and overcooked. The chicken breast with potato puree was delicious. They were accommodating with our party of 9.

    Rack of lamb
    Bill B.

    Update: November 2025 Brought friends for their first visit here. Again, quickly seated on a very busy Friday night. Once drinks and appetizers arrived, things went downhill pretty quickly. 3 of our entrees came out, though a bit delayed. When we inquired about the fourth entree; Grouper, our server went to check on it. Meanwhile, our friend told the server just to forget about, as we were nearly finished. They attempted to serve us Mussels, were never ordered, then went ahead and brought out the grouper after our friend had told them to forget it. They insisted on boxing it up to go. Not sure what was happening in the kitchen that night, but things sure seemed off. For example, having to ask for ketchup 4 times for the french fries. Our server, apologized and tried to make things right. We'll probably try them again and hope for a better experience, Our friends ; probably not.

    Steak frites
    Brennan S.

    Cognac was delightful! The location is great, being situated right across from the Sundial Shops, it benefits from the downtown St. Pete vibe. I went with a smaller group of friends, we were all craving steak frites and we were not disappointed in the slightest. The steak was juicy, tender and cooked to medium-rare perfection. The fries were crispy and puffy on the outside, but smooth and airy on the inside. 10/10 recommend getting a side of garlic aioli to dip your steak and fries in- it was zesty, garlicky and tangy. For dessert, we shared crème brûlée, which had a glassy, sweet shell with a sweet, smooth vanilla custard filling. All in all, the service was great and we really enjoyed the Parisian ambiance. Cognac is the perfect spot for a date night, intimate group outing or if you're looking to treat yourself!

    Jenn L.

    Had such a great experience at Cognac! The food was amazing and the service was excellent. We came to celebrate my friend's birthday and everything from start to finish was perfect. Definitely recommend!

    Duo de Foie Gras
    Megan S.

    We walked by Cognac this weekend and decided to pop in for a few appetizers. The food was really good--everything we ordered was flavorful, and the fresh bread they brought out with the Escargot was warm and delicious. The space itself is nice, but it was really loud inside. Between the bar crowd, the music, and the staff moving around, it was hard to hear each other. I was hoping for a bit more of a relaxed, cozy vibe for dining. Still, the food made up for it. Both the Escargot and the Foie Gras were so flavorful! I'd definitely go back for the brunch and happy hour!

    Brunch rose and leek pastry
    Elle E.

    Enjoyed a table outside in the shade but with great people watching. The leek pastry is a go-to with some bubbly.

    Jeanne-Marie D.

    Cognac is a relatively brand new restaurant in the heart of DTSP. It's a *sister restaurant* of Bacchus which is one of my absolute favorites in the area. The food and ambiance is fully French inspired and they do take reservations. I came here on a weekday night and it was still quite busy. My friend and I were seated at a little bistro style table, just like what you'd get in Paris and our waitress was super nice. We were there for an early bday dinner for me and when the staff overheard, they gave us complimentary champagne and were just so pleasant all around. The food was outstanding--we got the bone marrow to start with and my friend ordered the steak and I got a fish dish. The wine (for the life of me I can't remember which white wine I got) paired with it so nicely too. I honestly can't wait to come here again soon! It's a great date night spot or for small groups too.

    Old fashioned fume. Simple and delicious
    Bill M.

    This was an amazing experience! I lived in Paris for 3 years and really liked the sidewalk dining. This place brought those memories and experiences back. Loved sitting outside. So this is the 3rd restaurant that we know of in this spot. I am sure there have been more, and each has been unique and good in their own way. When this one opened, we had to go. We made reservations just to make sure we got in since new places in the burg tend to be very busy. Checked in and waited a bit for a table outside on the sidewalk. So glad we did! We were here for happy hour so we dove right in. Starting with drinks I had a smoked old fashioned. Simple and delicious. a really nice drink list with very good bartenders. For food we tried so many good things from the happy hour menu as well as mains. The Salade mesclun au chevre chaud. Warm goat cheese salad. So good! Warm goat cheese has such an amazing flavor. The little sausages with a very tasty dip were really good. Also had a shrimp cocktail. Fresh and delicious. We still had room for a main, We grabbed the ribeye with potato gratin and bearnaise sauce. Really good. Cooked perfectly. A little chewy in spots but still very good. After all that we still had to have a dessert. Very good end to the dinning experience. Our server was awesome. Enthusiastic and very helpful. Really added to an amazing experience over all. We have already made reservations to return and enjoy this awesome happy hour and great food.

    Beth W.

    A Night to Savor at Cognac DTSP! Had the best time wining and dining with my foodie crew last night at Cognac, a charming little French spot in downtown St. Pete. The star of the show? The duck foie gras--silky, rich, and beautifully balanced with sweet fruit and tang. I also tried escargot for the first time (virgin snail status unlocked!)--they were herby, and fresh. Drinks? On point. Ambiance? Très chic. The other dishes were decent but didn't quite blow me away. For the price point: * Food: 2.5-3/5 * Location: 4/5 (great if you're heading out after for a little bar or club hop) * Service: 4/5 (the staff crushed it) All in all, it was the company that made the night extra special. Always grateful for good vibes and even better bites! Notes to owner/management. Add more flavor to your dishes and more authentic French dishes. It's understandable you're catering to the palette of the masses, however, the food could be a few notches better and more flavorful, for the price point.

    Salmon entree
    Christy H.

    I'm a huge fan of Bacchus, so was very excited to try this new sister restaurant. We went on a Sunday and has reservations inside--unlike other reviews, it was quite quiet indoors on a less-crowded Sunday night. Most guests chose to sit outside, so we could even hear the charming French music they played indoors, which definitely added to the Parisian vibe. Service was wonderful, with some experienced staff from Bacchus transferring here, so it was smooth from start to finish. The evening was paced very well in terms of the flow of ordering and receiving food. They unfortunately had a few dishes unavailable on the menu after such a busy weekend, which was a bit disappointing but shows the popularity of the restaurant (and I have faith that as they mature, they'll be able to better plan food inventory accordingly). The waiter less us know of the unavailable menu items as soon as we were seated and offered great alternatives, so it wasn't an issue. The cocktails were excellent! The entrees were stronger than the appetizers, but everything was delicious. We started with the brochette trio (one shrimp, one sardine, and two scallops--worth clarifying that here if you're hoping to split with a group) and the shrimp cocktail with a delicious zesty cocktail sauce. They were out of the escargot, which we hope to try neck time. I got the salmon in a light lemon cream sauce with stewed tomatoes. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the tomatoes were a lovely flavor and texture accompaniment. Others got the steak frites (amazing fries!) and the trout almandine (which also looked good, but with a heavier sauce and side). While Bacchus is still my favorite, I'm so glad to have Cognac as a new member of the neighborhood and can't wait to see it further develop. We'll be back!

    Eggs with crabs
    Alex O.

    This place is super yummy. The eggs with hollandaise, snow crab, and buttery brioche were really tasty and full of flavor. I'd definitely come back.

    Escargot
    Anh T.

    The escargot was so delish! Can't wait to get this again! My friend had the bone marrow & loved it. Next time will try the steaks & scallops. This is def the supper club vibe. Everything smells so good. Really need to try the au gratin.

    Valentina N.

    Stumbled upon this spot on our way home from dinner on a Saturday night and saw their brunch HH deal on the board and figured we'd stop in the next day. This space here is very curated and you feel like you're somewhere expensive. Staff is friendly and attentive while the food is okay. The brunch deal is quite attractive and for the overall experience I'd recommend.

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    All the food and service was done, very professionally and friendly, felt like I was in a real French bistro

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