Polished French brasserie with very friendly service and reliably good classics; occasional slow or off nights reported, but overall a solid pre-RAH and neighborhood choice.
Côte Kensington delivers reliable neighborhood brasserie dining with warm, personable service and solid execution of classic French dishes, particularly at breakfast. However, quality variation during peak service and occasional steak issues prevent grade A territory, while the convenient Kensington location and approachable atmosphere make it a worthwhile choice for pre-concert dining or casual French comfort food.
One caveat: Waits can stretch during peak and large-party overlaps