Coquette

Coquette is a French restaurant in Charlotte, NC, offering refined yet approachable cuisine inspired by traditional Parisian buvettes. Located in uptown Charlotte at 400 S Tryon St #101, it serves seasonal dishes such as duck fat fried chicken, oysters, charcuterie, and apple tarte tatin, alongside lunch favorites, brunch selections, and curated French wines and cocktails. The restaurant welcomes guests for dinner Monday through Saturday and Sunday, lunch Monday through Friday, and brunch on weekends. With a 4.40 rating and a strong presence in local reviews, Coquette is known for blending elegance with casual warmth, making French dining accessible and inviting.

Coquette’s story begins with founder Jill Marcus, who first fell in love with French culture during a college year in Brittany. She envisioned a space that brings authentic French flavors to Charlotte without pretense, where butter is abundant, portions are generous, and Julia Child would feel at home. The restaurant is led by Executive Chef Stefano Gallo, whose seasonal menus highlight Southern French influences with dishes like chilled salmon rillettes and herb-kissed lamb loin. The experience is designed to feel like a personal invitation to the French countryside, whether for a morning café crème and croissant or an evening dinner with friends.

Situated on South Tryon Street, Coquette is about a short walk from the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, the Charlotte signpost, and the Firebird public artwork. It lies near the Liberty Hall Monument and the Catawba Indians and Indian Trading Path memorial, nestled within a vibrant cultural corridor of downtown Charlotte.

Coquette stands out as a neighborhood destination that successfully marries fine dining with approachable charm, offering a consistent, high-quality French experience in the heart of uptown Charlotte. Its commitment to authentic, thoughtfully prepared cuisine has earned it a loyal following and a reputation as a standout in the city’s dining scene.