Coco Retro

Very busy and buzzy on a Saturday night. Had cocktails downstairs and dinner upstairs. All staff members efficient and friendly. Food uncomplicated and classic. We shared a starter of whitebait which was plenty for two, followed by lamb and duck, tiramisu and afrogato to finish,washed down with a perfectly adequate cab.sav. Noisy and friendly. You must book as there were no spare tables.

Disappointed with the lack of potato choice...French fries or nothing. The salad needed to be served in a separate bowl not on the plate with the main course. My beef stew was spoilt by being mixed with french dressing from the salad, which was not pleasant. Others enjoyed their escargots, but generally the meal was a bit underwhelming.

Coco Retro is a charming French restaurant located in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells. The restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a cozy dining room and a friendly staff. The menu features classic French dishes, all made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. I recently had the pleasure of dining at Coco Retro with my family. We started our meal with an assortment of appetizers, including escargot baked under a garlic butter. While this escargot was far from the best I have ever had, it was cooked well and the garlic was not too overpowering, overall coming in above average but not awesome. The same can be said for the other appetizers we tried. The main courses however were a different story! I tried the lamb shank and it is a must-try! The shank is slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce until it is fall-apart tender. The meat is so tender that it can be easily cut with a fork. The sauce is flavorful and the mashed potatoes are a perfect pairing for the shank and sauce. The desserts continued to impress us after our main courses were over. I opted to try the classic puff pastry dessert and to my excitement it was executed extremely well. The puff pastry was flaky and light, and filled with a sweet custard and topped with fresh berries, altogether creating a great flavor profile. Overall, we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Coco Retro. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend Coco Retro to anyone looking for a great dining experience.