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.
They sat us at the table, made us pay, & asked us to leave so they can seat another table. After that, the'owner' had the nerve to tell us that he'd refund us, just to make us leave. To make matters worse, they told us the kitchen was closed, but 20 minutes later, the'owner's friend' got food. &, to top it off, the server didn't know the kitchen was closed & asked us if we wanted to order food. If we didn't make a reservation or try to order food, I would understand them wanting us out, but we really did try to spend & we did we did not go there to just take pictures. The lack of service is crazy. It took 10 minutes for them to even get us water. I'm so disappointed seeing as this restaurant is well known. Definitely not coming back.
May 23, 2026
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Amazing food!! Everything is so delicious !! & fantastic service from Nelson ! Totally recommend this restaurant if you're looking for quality, service & a wonderful time !
Ca faisait extrêmement longtemps que je n'avais pas été dans un beau restaurant avec une excellente ambiance & un impeccable service client! C'est pas la dernière fois que je vais y aller 🤗🥳 10/10
Had an amazing experience at Cococina thanks to Andrea! Her service was exceptional from start to finish - friendly, attentive, & incredibly welcoming. She made the entire experience enjoyable & went above & beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Highly recommend asking for Andrea if you visit!
On a essayé ce nouveau resto & honnêtement, quelle belle découverte! La nourriture était délicieuse, l'ambiance super agréable & le service impeccable du début à la fin. Un énorme merci au gérant Nelson, qui a été tellement gentil, attentionné & accueillant. Ça fait vraiment toute la différence de se sentir aussi bien reçu. On voit qu'il prend soin de ses clients. Je recommande définitivement cet endroit & j'ai déjà hâte d'y retourner 🤍
Cococina was honestly one of the worst dining experiences I've had in Montreal.
The food tasted completely pre-cooked & simply reheated. The patatas bravas were basically inedible: dry, hard, & flavorless. Food quality was extremely disappointing. The $22 cocktails tasted like $1 drinks - badly made, unbalanced, & not worth the price at all.
The open kitchen filled the entire place with a strong cooking smell after only 30 minutes, to the point where our clothes smelled like food when we left. Personally, I also found the atmosphere cold & uncomfortable, more like sitting in a church than in a restaurant.
& I say this as someone who goes out often to some of the best restaurants in Montreal & doesn't mind spending money for quality. I almost never leave bad reviews, but this place absolutely does not deserve its prices or hype.
Le maître d'hôte offre un excellent service, rapide efficace & courtois. Il connaît bien le menu & met de l'avant des propositions intéressantes pour donner une expérience enrichissante & agréable. Le service était très bien synchronisé, la nourriture était bien apprêtée & chaude, permettant de goûter la qualité des aliments. Les verres arrivaient rapidement & étaient bien alcoolisés. Tout était parfait, nous avons passé une excellente soirée. Une expérience à revivre, sans aucun doute.
Magnifique endroit cuisine à savoureuse & de qualité ambiance & service parfait merci à Nelson pour son service plus que parfait il prends le temps de nous fais l'éclairage pour de parfait photo:)
