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No More Happy Hour at Coquette
Posted on 2/25/15 at 7:29 am
Posted on 2/25/15 at 7:29 am
I went to dinner last night at Coquette. The food was amazing, as always!
Had the charcuterie board, and it was fantastic. For my entrée, I had the duck, and it was one of the best ducks I've ever had!
While I do absolutely LOVE the food at Coquette, drinking there will land you in the poor house at $12+ per drink.
I also don't like that a place that charges $14 for a drink and $30+ for entrees has servers wearing jeans.
Had the charcuterie board, and it was fantastic. For my entrée, I had the duck, and it was one of the best ducks I've ever had!
While I do absolutely LOVE the food at Coquette, drinking there will land you in the poor house at $12+ per drink.
I also don't like that a place that charges $14 for a drink and $30+ for entrees has servers wearing jeans.
This post was edited on 2/25/15 at 7:33 am
Posted on 2/25/15 at 7:43 am to nikinik
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I also don't like that a place that charges $14 for a drink and $30+ for entrees has servers wearing jeans.
Well, were the jeans "nice jeans."
Posted on 2/25/15 at 7:48 am to nikinik
That's disappointing.
I used to feel like Coquette was a relative bargain for the quality of food being served. I probably go 1-2 times per year for dinner and I don't know if it's just the cynic in me, but my final bill seems to be substantially higher these days. Maybe it's the booze? I still think its price point is consistent with its competition.
The prix fixe lunch is still one of my go-to spots.
I used to feel like Coquette was a relative bargain for the quality of food being served. I probably go 1-2 times per year for dinner and I don't know if it's just the cynic in me, but my final bill seems to be substantially higher these days. Maybe it's the booze? I still think its price point is consistent with its competition.
The prix fixe lunch is still one of my go-to spots.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 7:49 am to ruzil
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Well, were the jeans "nice jeans."
This a song?
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:11 am to nikinik
$12+ For craft style cocktails is standard now. High end eateries going more casual is pretty common too.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:11 am to nikinik
They had the best happy hour in the city
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:19 am to TigerWise
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They had the best happy hour in the city
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:22 am to nikinik
You're saving money at the pump. Shouldn't have a problem paying these prices.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:27 am to NOFOX
quote:this. Not saying I love it but it's the thing now.
$12+ For craft style cocktails is standard now. High end eateries going more casual is pretty common too.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 8:50 am to TigerWise
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They had the best happy hour in the city
That parking, doe.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:05 am to nikinik
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While I do absolutely LOVE the food at Coquette, drinking there will land you in the poor house at $12+ per drink
Ok
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I also don't like that a place that charges $14 for a drink and $30+ for entrees has servers wearing jeans
Well, which is it?
I agree, Coquette is (and has been) priced to the max. IMO.
They have some of the best food in town, but they stopped being a good value well over a year ago.
Their cocktail program is top notch and this seems to be the going rate around town.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:09 am to nikinik
Welcome to last September. LINK
As I've stated several times now, Coquette really outgrew its britches over a year ago, with ending deals, raises prices and shrinking portions. I think they have finally refound their stride though and struck a nice balance because last time I went in December they had gotten back to their original form and were putting out killer tasting dishes.
As I've stated several times now, Coquette really outgrew its britches over a year ago, with ending deals, raises prices and shrinking portions. I think they have finally refound their stride though and struck a nice balance because last time I went in December they had gotten back to their original form and were putting out killer tasting dishes.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:10 am to Winkface
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this. Not saying I love it but it's the thing now.
I'll pay $12 bucks for a cocktail if it's the best one I've ever had and there's actually some ounces to it. Otherwise I'm drinking wine, beer or straight liquor. Places charging $15 + dollars for 3 sips of a drink, no matter how "creative" or labor-intensive, are taking you for a fricking ride.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:19 am to Rohan2Reed
I'm not a coffee drinker but I see the prices for shots of coffee over at District Pie and it's just crazy. Even beer is getting out of control. I ordered a Crowd Control to go from the uptown bulldog and it was $7.25. After I tipped I ended up paying $9 for a beer.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:29 am to TigerWise
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I'm not a coffee drinker but I see the prices for shots of coffee over at District Pie and it's just crazy.
How this is appetizing to anyone as a breakfast meal is beyond me.
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Even beer is getting out of control. I ordered a Crowd Control to go from the uptown bulldog and it was $7.25. After I tipped I ended up paying $9 for a bee
Have to be able and afford those Magazine Street rents.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 9:33 am to Rohan2Reed
I'm not a sweet person but I've run through a good number of their savory pies. I'll say they are overrated but it is a nice change of pace grab and go breakfast option. I really like the Kung Pao Chicken.
You should see their "craft coffee" menu. I know you would love it
You should see their "craft coffee" menu. I know you would love it
Posted on 2/25/15 at 10:34 am to Rohan2Reed
i cringe at those iced coffees. so nasty
Posted on 2/25/15 at 10:44 am to Lester Earl
(thread hijack)
I poked my head inside the little District handpie/coffee location...meh. Went across the street and down a bit to Ps & Qs & had a hiVolt coffee. It was fine, but the pastry offerings looked lame. If all you serve is pies & quiche, they'd better be damn fine. The stuff at Ps & Qs was not visually appealing in any way. Standard small metal disposable tins, ordinary toppings & meringues. Not a hint of care, artistry, or attention to display. The place is stupidly small; four ppl filled up the entire sales floor, limited/no seating, and zero aesthetic appeal. Not sure what's going on there, but I didn't get the concept at all.
I poked my head inside the little District handpie/coffee location...meh. Went across the street and down a bit to Ps & Qs & had a hiVolt coffee. It was fine, but the pastry offerings looked lame. If all you serve is pies & quiche, they'd better be damn fine. The stuff at Ps & Qs was not visually appealing in any way. Standard small metal disposable tins, ordinary toppings & meringues. Not a hint of care, artistry, or attention to display. The place is stupidly small; four ppl filled up the entire sales floor, limited/no seating, and zero aesthetic appeal. Not sure what's going on there, but I didn't get the concept at all.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 10:48 am to Rohan2Reed
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Welcome to last September. LINK
As I've stated several times now, Coquette really outgrew its britches over a year ago, with ending deals, raises prices and shrinking portions. I think they have finally refound their stride though and struck a nice balance because last time I went in December they had gotten back to their original form and were putting out killer tasting dishes.
Thank goodness. A ringing endorsement by the frugal gourmet. I can now feel comfortable going back to Coquette and talking about it since R2R approves.
Posted on 2/25/15 at 10:59 am to Rohan2Reed
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How this is appetizing to anyone as a breakfast meal is beyond me.
I don't eat many desserts, but their savory pies sound good. And I actually really like iced coffee, though I never drink it.
I agree with you, though. I could never eat that in the morning.
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