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If you are looking for the complete satisfyingly decadent dining/lounge experience in DC, look no further than Coco Sala. Based on a clever “chocolate lounge” concept, the folks at Coco Sala deliver a titillating temptation for the eyes, ears, nose, and especially the taste buds, that takes the unique dining experience in DC to a whole new level. Frequent travelers to NYC, Paris, London, Marrakech and other international hot spots, we have chosen Coco for every important occasion this year, not to mention for brunch or an after-hours lounge that hits just the right note. But the food steals the show: A small plate concept that allows you to choose between savory and sweet dishes - and matched with artful drinks...a perfect delight!
Incredibly Pricey!!! Drinks are all $13, mini-appetizer portions are around $7, you need to order 3-4 to fill you up. Dessert is also around $12, with a 3-course dessert at $22. While the food tastes good, nothing is to write home about, especially at the prices. The waitresses were pretty rude. Overall, there are so many other amazing places to go than this disspointer.
Based on prior positive dining experience there, I was excited to go for brunch. Bad idea. After watching every table around us (each of whom arrived after our table) being served, we inquired as to the cause of the delay. Turns out our ticket had not been provided to the kitchen. Would have been nice if the server had noticed this. After an hour + wait and many empty promises it wd be out soon, finally received the 1st course. Problems continued from there: entrees were brought out separately, only 1(wrong) dessert brought out as the server, despite actually taking the other order, was surprised to learn that we had in fact ordered another dessert. Even had problems getting the server to provide the bill and to run the credit card.
I was excited to try CoCo Sala after my sister and brother-in-law had eaten there and raved about it. My friend and I arrived on time and were seated by the hostess. Ten minutes later, a different hostess asked us if we had made a reservation. I told her we had, but she seemed skeptical and asked for my last name to verify. It was awkward and unprofessional. As for the "meal," we each ordered two savory items and a cocktail, and we shared the Aztec suite. On paper it seemed like enough food, but the portions were so teeny and, though good, nothing mind-blowing. We each ended up paying $61 with tip and both left the restaurant ravenous. Go there for a cocktail or a sweet fix, but don't expect the world, and definitely don't go for dinner.
Ok. I was excited to go to a place where they just specialize in chocolates. Didn’t have a reservation but they’re friendly & gave us a table by the bar immediately for large party of 6. Arrive @6PM for Sat, and didn’t leave until 8:30. We had no intentions to stay so late. Why is the service so slow is beyond me?! High prices is fine, but why does it take so long for food is beyond me. It took over 90min for our sandwiches. I should have just walked over to Ruth’s!
I was one of the first patrons to grace the doors of CoCo Sala. Living in the neighborhood afforded me the opportunity to hear the buzz of a local hot spot before the general populace. I was warmly greeted by owner Bharet than later the manager. Both seemed genuinely excited about their creation which is unique in the Washington D.C. metro area. The decor is both stimulating and relaxing at the same time and I was impressed by the beautiful people on both sides of the bar. I must admit I only dabbled with the savories though I was surprised by how tasty the little sliders were. But the desserts are where it's at. If you’re looking for a swank lounge atmosphere with the people and food to match...do your senses a favor and go to CoCo Sala.
I went to CoCo Sala twice. The first time was on a busy Friday night. The service was great. It was awesome. The Second time was a Sunday Brunch (January 18, 2009). Our original server was a ghost. She took our order and was gone. Honestly, it was not that busy. Throughout the meal, she kept disappearing. Another server assisted us to obtain whatever we needed and our bill. I should have tiped him directly and left her with nothing. She was that bad.
I was very excited to try this restaurant. Unfortunately, I will never go back. The staff treated me so rudely that I was humiliated. I arrived about ten minutes earlier than my three friends. I was initially seated by one host. Ten minutes later another host came to my table and told me I could not sit there. She did not care that another person had seated me. She reprimanded me in front of another table of guests. (The only other people in the otherwise empty restaurant.) When my friends arrived, she allowed me to return to the table. We also could not get the attention of anyone to order a second drink. After 45 minutes of trying, we gave up. I would never go back.
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