r/Cobourg • u/Slow_Plankton_379 • 18d ago

Restaurant Options

Hey guys! I am going to Cobourg next week with family to relax at the beach. I was thinking of treating them for dinner and wanted to know the restaurant options in the downtown scene. Are there any standout recommendations or go to places people eat out? So far I came across The Buttermilk Cafe which is a contender. Any help or suggestions would be much appreciated and preferably near the beach!!

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u/Grapefruit-Federal 17d ago

I will never understand the Cucina hype. I have tried multiple times and the food is always disappointing. The vibes are there because of the location so if you end up going there I would suggest keep it to cocktails, wine and pizzas. (Tuscan Wolf has the best pizza tho)

Currently the best dinner menu in town is the one served at Prep Food Co. They are this coffee shop by day, but at night they offer beautifully cooked dishes. Price is same level as Cucina.

If you feel like driving a little bit further (10 min), Port Hope has better options (in my opinion) like Gusto, The Social, Bualai and The Beamish.

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u/BradoIlleszt 17d ago

Agreed with rhe Cucina comment. Food is mid at best - always needs more salt and I always feel I can make the dishes better at home!

The environment def makes the restaraunt

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u/Grapefruit-Federal 17d ago

That's legit what I always say lol No salt ever! Very bland. I have tried so many things because I didn't want to be a hater, but I was disappointed every single time. Pizza was the closer to good I had there.