Cococina presents a vibrant Mediterranean market experience, drawing inspiration from North African and Moroccan culinary traditions. The restaurant is renowned for its authentic tagines, slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic spices and tender meats or vegetables, offering a true taste of the region. Guests can explore a curated selection of fresh, market-inspired dishes, highlighting seasonal ingredients prepared with bold flavors. The atmosphere is lively yet inviting, encouraging patrons to savor diverse mezzes and share a memorable dining journey. Cococina's commitment to traditional preparation methods ensures a deeply flavorful and engaging meal, celebrating the rich heritage of its Mediterranean roots.
Cococina has established itself as a vibrant hotspot in the Old Port of Montreal, widely praised for its stunning, Instagram-worthy interior design and a sophisticated supper club atmosphere defined by music and moody lighting. Many guests highlight the food as exceptional, noting flavorful, high-quality dishes that blend Moroccan and Mediterranean influences, with standout items like the roasted cauliflower and lamb. While the service is frequently described as attentive, professional, and welcoming, some experiences were impacted by inconsistencies, such as feeling rushed during peak hours or occasional lapses in coordination. Overall, the majority of patrons consider it a must-visit destination for a memorable evening, though some suggest that improvements regarding reservation logistics and menu transparency would further enhance the dining experience.
We visited Cococina in Montreal with my wife. The interior has a very interesting modern design, & the staff were friendly & welcoming. The cocktails were very good, & the food was tasty. At first glance, nothing feels overly unusual, but the food is genuinely good.
There were a couple of points that could be improved. My wife was initially given a fork that had not been properly cleaned, which could be a serious issue for many guests. Also, the second cocktail my wife ordered was accidentally forgotten, even though the restaurant was not yet fully busy. When I asked for the bill, the staff quickly prepared the cocktail, removed it from our bill, & apologized, which we appreciated.
Overall, it's a nice restaurant with tasty food, great cocktails, & an interesting atmosphere. The service could be a bit more polished, but it's still a pleasant experience.
We absolutely loved the food. The octopus literally melted in the mouth, the fish & chips with black caviar & an incredibly rich cheesy sauce was spotless, & the lamb was beyond praise. The seafood platter exceeded all expectations. Cocktails didn't disappoint either...A truly memorable experience.
But.....We were a group of 15 people, & despite making the reservation in advance, we were seated at two separate tables (8 & 7). It would have been easily possible to arrange one large table, which would have made the experience much more comfortable for our group.
Je suis un peu perplexe sur le menu, je donne un 3* par rapport à ce que j'ai commandé ( agneau), il y'a beaucoup trop de tomates ça ressemble plus à une chekchouka un peu trop acide qu'autre chose ... les huîtres sont une valeur sûre! Le service un peu lent mais j'imagine que c'est normal puisque c'est nouveau, il est un peu difficile à comprendre le menu j'ai demandé à la serveuse quelle grandeur était l'agneau elle m'a fait un signe avec ses mains alors que l'agneau est effiloché dans de la tomate... il est écrit tajine au poulet alors que c'est 3 croquettas espagnol ... je vais y retourner pour explorer d'autres plats dans le menu car j'ai bien aimé l'endroit, très joli avec de la bonne musique...
Jan 27, 2026
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Excellente expérience du début à la fin ! L'accueil était chaleureux & attentionné, le cadre agréable, & les plats absolument délicieux. Des produits frais, bien travaillés & joliment présentés. Le service était rapide & professionnel. On sent la passion & le souci du détail. Je recommande vivement & j'y retournerai c'est sure !
Une très belle expérience du début à la fin : une cuisine excellente, une ambiance réussie & un emplacement idéal au coeur du Vieux-Port de Montréal. Would definitely recommend!!
Excellente expérience du début à la fin ! La nourriture est absolument délicieuse, le décor est magnifique & l'ambiance musicale est parfaitement choisie. On s'y sent bien dès qu'on entre. Un endroit à ne pas manquer, j'y retournerai sans hésite
Très beau restaurant ,nourriture & services excellent sauf décevant après une facture de 300$ on nous demande de quitter beaucoup de pression pour reprendre la table après seulement 1h30 alors qu'il y as encore des tables de disponible , décevant !
Excellente bouffe, portion généreuse & à la fois gastronomique. Première fois que je mange marocain à Montréal & c'était le même taste exactement comme les saveurs lors de mon voyage au maroc. & l'ambiance était très cosy pour un date en amoureux.
