Cochon on 2nd

Such a lovely dining experience at Cochon, hard to say what my favorite bite was. We went for a work dinner and had a party of ten, but the service was still attentive and prompt. Great selection of wine, and extremely fairly priced per bottle. The atmosphere is sophisticated but not uptight, great for date nights. We will definitely be back.

Today I wrote a complaint on their website about the policy of taking a credit card for a reservation and charging $25 if you cancel within three days. Whether you agree with this policy or not, the response I received from the owner was that I was rude, misinformed and I was told not to come in.

I'm still a major fan of this gem of a restaurant. It has everything, atmosphere, cocktails delicious food, exceptional food.

Went for Christmas Eve. Food and drinks and service were good but definitely not worth what we were charged.

Updated review for our anniversary celebration at this fabulous restaurant where I knew we would enjoy a scrumptious meal. First we started with bone marrow for each of us, so delicious. The blueberries were perfect on top. Don't judge us until you've had it because once you do then you'll know what we're talking about. Followed by fried oyster salad for me and a bean soup with ham for hubby. Then I had the Rockfish special while Hubby had the Duck. It became very quiet as we each enjoyed our meals. The best way to judge a restaurant is to see if there are live flowers or not at each table. Yes, Cochon on 2nd does indeed have them. The rose has a pleasant scent. If the restaurant doesn't have live flowers or if they're wilted or worse, plastic then proceed with caution. That's what my husband just taught me and he's a very smart guy. Oh, yes btw he treated me to this expensive meal.

Cochon on 2ndI heard great things about this restaurant from multiple friends and it had amazing reviews, so when we planned to stay in Williamsburg for the weekend, we decided to make a reservation. It's worth noting that to reserve a table through Open Table, you have to provide your credit card information since they charge for no-shows. Our expectations were high, and we were very excited about my birthday weekend. My kids joined us for dinner at Cochon on 2nd which I had long been looking forward to visiting. First, the aesthetic and decor of the restaurant were everything I loved. However, the lighting was not good. I understand the appeal of low lights for dinner dates, but this was very low. Almost every table had to use their cell phone flashlights or hold up the candles on the table to read the menu. Our server, Terry, was sweet and did a nice job overall. The service, however, seemed slow for the entire restaurant, and we ended up waiting longer than expected. We had a reservation for 6 p.m., but we did not finish our meal until almost 8:30 p.m. Despite the wait, we remained patient because we believed the food and experience would be worth it. As starters, we ordered the Pork Belly, which was served with a scallop, and the Firecracker Shrimp. I also had the Lobster Bisque. The Firecracker Shrimp was the highlight of the night and everyone loved it. The Pork Belly was also very delicious. Although the Lobster Bisque tasted good, it had no bits of lobster in it. Maybe that's how they prepare it? I'm used to having bits of lobster in this soup. We were served zucchini and carrots with all the main courses, and we had the option of either au gratin potatoes or roasted new potatoes. I ordered the Branzino, my daughter ordered a medium rare filet, my son ordered scallops, and my partner ordered a medium rare NY Strip steak. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the main course. The au gratin potatoes were overly salty, making it difficult to eat the small serving. The vegetables were undercooked, even though we prefer them cooked al dente. The steaks were ordered medium rare, but the dim lighting made it hard to tell. While it wasn't the worst meal we've ever had, it didn't meet our expectations. Unfortunately, we were unable to order an espresso martini due to a malfunctioning espresso machine. However, we did try a chocolate martini and enjoyed a cup of coffee, as well as two desserts - crème brulee and chocolate torte - which were both delicious. Although my friends had recommended this place, we were a bit disappointed with our experience, possibly due to a one-off issue.

This was our first visit to Cochon on 2nd. We went for a birthday dinner, and they went out their way to ensure we had an extraordinary evening. Our server was friendly, polite, and very knowledgeable. She spaced our drinks and food so we could relax and savor the offerings in their warm and cozy restaurant. Tables are well spaced, ceilings are very high, and the decor is rustic. Noise is minimal, and we could have an intimate conversation. We started the evening with a French Martini and a Hibiscus Margarita, followed by the fried oysters served in a cocktail glass with remoulade dipping sauce. We also accepted their homemade bread service. It was a seeded bread, which we really liked. All items were delicious!For entrees, we enjoyed the duck paired with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon and a rockfish special with Provence sauce and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. Both plates came with a square of potatoes au gratin, asparagus, and carrot. The portions were generous and exceeded our expectations.We left room for dessert and ordered the pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream. The description said it included Grand Marnier, but we didn't taste it. We also ordered a Chocolate Martini and a latte, which were excellent! We highly recommend Cochon on 2nd for an excellent meal for any occasion. While prices may be a bit higher than many of the local restaurants, the food, drinks, and experience are truly special.

Finally get to try this fairly new restaurant in Williamsburg. Reservation is a must! This restaurant reminds me Farm-To-Table style restaurant we had in Ibiza Spain with mediocre taste compared to other FTT restaurants we have. Let's talk about the waitresses demeanor. Our waitress is a bit over-bearing, lack of finesse or refined. I thought maybe it's just her, then the waitress on the next table also has the same demeanor. Both are loud and maybe it's just me, but I hate it when strangers call me 'Love'. Do we know each other? FOOD-Octopus Salad 5 starsWe started with their appetizer special Octopus Salad (marinated octopus, then charred using their wood grill served with vinaigrette dressing, shaved fennel, capers, olives, cherry tomatoes). Grilling octopus can be a hit and miss. This one certainly grilled to perfection. Instead of ordering the actual dinner, I ordered the Moody's Sticky Ribs and Firecrackers Shrimp, while my husband ordered Beef Tenderloin. -The Moody's Ribs 4 starsIt has a delicious taste (the sauce), meat is tender yet crisp outside, but had they marinated the ribs before cooking, I would give them 5 stars on this. Since Covid, my taste has changed significantly. I can't enjoy eating meat (pork, beef, chicken, etc.) that has a strong taste of the meat itself. The ribs taste too 'porky' for me. I had to scoop lots of sauce and mix it in my mouth. The sauce is really good!-Firecracker Shrimp 4 stars Very yummy with an okay balance of sweetness and sourness. I think if they add more sourness, it'll be perfect. Still, it's quite yummy. The wonton wrapper on the bottom is a bit stale. - Beef Tenderloin Green Paper Sauce 4.5 starsMenu is small and didn't want to order out of the specials, this one seems to be the best option out of the menu. I, myself, don't care much about the taste or the flavor of the beef itself. I would rate 3.5 but since it's his dish, I put his rating. DesertA minuscule Crème Brûlée is quite DELICIOUS! 5 stars However, it's not described in the menu of being minuscule. I need 2 ramekins if this is the size! D2.5" x H1.5" ramekins but the actual crème brûlée is only 3/4" high! Is this a French Restaurant???Updates:When the waitress asked how the desert is, we both said it's very delicious but SMALL. She got us another one on the house.

This is one of those places that deserve a 7 star rating, but... alas, that is not an option. Absolutely PERFECT meal for my wife and me... Our waiter was impeccable. He was there every single time we thought that we might need him, so here you have it - telepathic service! (It does not get any better)The steaks we had were as good as can be had on this planet. The wine was unbelievable for the price, and even regardless of the price...They served an entree that was simply unbelievable... (somewhere I have a picture)... It looks like a piece of layered bread, but in reality, It's about 50 layers of thinly sliced potato interspersed with cheese. It's simply amazing.The experience was exactly that - unbelievable! The attention to detail was impressive. I have to mention the wine list, which was impressive. And the prices were far below what other similar places would charge.I have spent two, three, or four time the cost of this meal and not gotten half of the enjoyment.One thing I will mention, and I think this is a testimony to the level of dedication these folks have... one item was delayed... our water was so concerned that he provided us dessert for no charge. We were so enchanted with the place that we absolutely were not concerned... However the desert was Devine.Absolutely a "must try" place. If I were ever nearby, I would return. This was one of the most memorable meals of my 67 years on this planet.

My friend and I dined at this establishment because of the good reviews but we were so extremely disappointed I just had to share it here. I'm not sure where these 5-star reviews are coming from or if these are friends of the people that work there but there is NO WAY this place is good to so many. First of all it's dark as night in there. We had to use the light from our phones to read the menu. I understand "upscale" restaurants use dim lighting however, "upscale" restaurants don't have paper table coverings, burlap curtains or painted cement floors. The guests at the bar were loud. It reminded me of being in a sports bar. Our water glasses were dirty and the logo for the restaurant was peeling off so the server was kind enough to get us clean ones. The wine selection was good but terribly over-priced. We decided on espresso martinis. They were weak and bitter. The salads were under dressed. Our food was okay but not fantastic. The vegetables were undercooked and the au gratin potatoes were tasteless. The server was kind but, we could tell she was having a bad night. The atmosphere as a whole seemed tense. We skipped dessert. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant at all. There are so many other fine choices in Williamsburg. I'm disappointed we wasted our time and money here. Never again.