Côte Brasserie Unveils New Dish of the Day Menu Crafted for Just £10 Each

Ever flicked through a fancy restaurant menu online, seen something amazing, and then quietly closed the tab when you saw the prices? It happens. Proper, well-cooked food often comes with a hefty price tag, especially when it’s classic French stuff. But what if it didn’t have to? What if you could get a plate of expertly crafted French food, designed by a chef who used to work for Gordon Ramsay, for just a tenner?

Well, starting from 13 April 2026, that’s exactly what Côte Brasserie is doing. The popular French restaurant chain is launching a brand new ‘Dish of the Day’ menu, making high-end dining seriously accessible.

A proper french meal without the fuss

Let's be honest, sometimes the idea of a French restaurant can feel a bit formal. But a brasserie is different. It’s more of a relaxed, bustling, all-day kind of place, and that’s exactly the vibe at Côte. They’ve always been about serving up delicious French classics without the stuffiness. This new offer takes that idea one step further. From Monday to Friday, there’s a different signature dish available for just £10.

This isn't about cutting corners; it's about making top-quality dining an everyday option, not just a special occasion treat. The whole point is to make this kind of food accessible to everyone, whether it's a quick lunch break or a chilled-out dinner. The focus is on amazing flavour and high-quality ingredients, served with care but at affordable prices that won't make your bank account cry.

The chef behind the flavour

So, who’s putting this amazing menu together? It’s Côte’s Executive Chef, Steve Allen. And his CV is pretty impressive. Before joining Côte Brasserie, he was the Executive Chef at some of Gordon Ramsay’s most famous restaurants. Think of a Michelin star as being like an Oscar for food, it’s a massive deal, and Steve Allen has helped win them. He knows his stuff. He’s all about classic French technique, which is a fancy way of saying he knows the proper, time-honoured ways to cook things to make them taste incredible.

He’s bringing all that experience to this new menu, ensuring that every plate of food is about authentic flavour and exceptional quality. This isn't just a gimmick; it's a genuine display of creativity from a top-tier chef who believes everyone should be able to enjoy great food.

What’s on the menu?

This is the exciting bit. The Dish of the Day menu offers a different French classic each weekday, meaning you could eat there every day of the working week and have something new each time. It’s a brilliant way to explore different tastes of French cooking. Here’s a look at what’s on offer:

• Monday: Steak Frites - Kicking off the week with a true French brasserie superstar. A perfectly cooked steak served with golden, crispy chips. Simple, classic, and always a winner. It's a satisfying start to anyone's week.

• Tuesday: Beef Bourguignon Burger - This dish is a bit of a celebrity. It started as a special and was so popular it’s now got a permanent spot. It takes the rich, slow-cooked flavour of a classic beef stew and turns it into a brilliant burger. A great example of the menu's creativity.

• Wednesday: Breton Fish Stew - A comforting, hearty stew packed with flavour from the sea. It’s the kind of dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for getting you through the middle of the week. This much-loved dish makes a welcome return.

• Thursday: Confit Pork Belly - This is a real treat. The pork is cooked slowly until it’s incredibly tender and then finished so the skin is super crispy. It’s a masterclass in classic French technique and textures.

• Friday: Moules Marinière - What better way to finish the week? A big bowl of fresh mussels cooked in a delicious white wine and garlic sauce, served with chips for dipping. It’s a taste of the French coast and the perfect meal to slide into the weekend.

Something for everyone, from breakfast to dinner

Worried this is all just for meat and fish lovers? Don’t be. The team at Côte Brasserie has made sure that their vegetarian and vegan friends are well looked after too. The commitment to quality and flavour extends across the entire menu. There are dedicated vegan and vegetarian dishes that are just as tempting, like a delicious Pistou Gnocchi, a fantastic Vegan Fable Burger complete with truffle mayo and sweet caramelised onions, or Grilled Tempeh with all-you-can-eat frites. It’s all part of making the dining experience welcoming and accessible for absolutely everyone, no matter their dietary preference. Whether you're popping in for breakfast or settling in for a long dinner, there's a dish for you.

Fancy making a bigger meal of it?

While a £10 main course is a brilliant deal on its own, sometimes you might fancy pushing the boat out a bit. For just an extra tenner, you can upgrade your Dish of the Day to a full three-course meal. This shows how truly affordable the experience can be. You could start with a classic French Onion Soup, a rich, cheesy, and deeply savoury icon of French cooking. Then, after enjoying your main dish, you can finish with a Pistachio Crème Brûlée. It’s a wonderful way to turn a simple weekday meal into a proper dining event, offering incredible value and a full tour of some fantastic French classics.

This whole idea is summed up perfectly by the man behind the menu. Steve Allen said: “French classics should be for everyone - some of the best moments in life are shared over simple and comforting dishes. Our dish of the day menu makes those moments even easier to enjoy - French classics, cooked with care, at a price everyone can feel good about.” And it's hard to argue with that. This is high-quality cooking made simple and affordable, which is always a recipe for success.