Coya City

Peruvian, South American·
££££
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Bronze Award
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SquareMeal Review of Coya City

Bronze Award

Amongst all the grandeur of the City of London, Coya offers a welcome change from the kind of old-school dining that is rooted in the area. Arjun Waney’s Peruvian spin on his phenomenally successful Zuma concept draws crowds with its Pisco Bar and menu of small sharing plates that takes diners on a tour of the continent’s culinary hits.

Instagram-worthy interiors are part of the draw; artistic extravagance juxtaposes vibrant pops of bold colour against earthier tones. Suspended wooden trellises are climbing with greenery, an eclectic array of artwork and decor adorning the stone walls. It’s perhaps not as over-the-top as its Mayfair counterpart, but it’s distinctly recognisable in its design.

A Pisco Sour is a fitting start to our evening of Peruvian fare, and Coya makes it as well as any we’ve had, adorning it with the restaurant’s logo for added flair. Guacamole continues the theatrics, ground together tableside into a creamy and lightly spiced dip that we scoop up with corn tortillas.

Where Coya truly shines is in its ceviche offerings, with an entire crudo section on the menu brimming with options. We start with the clasica ceviche; fragrant sea bass paired with sweet potato, charred corn, and crisp red onion, all bathed in a zesty sauce. A truffle alternative is bold and aromatic, perhaps lacking subtlety, but showcasing that Coya doesn’t do things by halves.

The highlight of the evening is the arroz nikkei, a tender sea bass cassoulet with sweetcorn puree. Fragrant saffron rice, fiery chilli, and perfectly cooked fish make this a rather unforgettable main course. A patatas bravas side dish, however, just doesn’t quite work for us; its mildly crispy potatoes coated with strings of tomato, and cheese sauce that lacks the same punch as some of the dishes so far.

No meal at Coya would be complete without churros. These crispy, golden sticks are dusted in sugar and citrus zest, and we dunk them into an indulgent blend of milk chocolate and dulce de leche, devouring them in minutes.

Bold flavours and a buzzing atmosphere make Coya a place to visit any day of the week, although be prepared to pay handsomely for these delights.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - Over £80
Cuisines
Peruvian, South American
Ambience
Fun, Glamorous, Lively
Food Occasions
Dinner, Lunch
Special Features
Gluten-free options, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wheelchair access
Perfect for
Birthdays, Celeb spotting, Celebrations, Dates, Group dining [8+], Romantic, Special occasions
Food Hygiene Rating

About

Coya is ideally located in the City of London, in the heart of the buzzing financial district, and has built a reputation itself through its glamorous aesthetic and innovative Peruvian dishes.

The decor combines a contemporary lime green seating and striking light features, with some more authentic furnishings and wooden accents throughout. Enjoy some small plates at the bar, or relax in the main dining room and work your way through the menu, with plenty of cocktails to wash it down with.

On the menu you’ll find traditional Inca flavours with a twist, available as a la carte or set menus. Whilst the menu changes on a regular basis, you’ll always be able to decide between various sections across the a la carte menu, including appetisers, anticuchos (marinated meat skewers), salads, citrus cured fish and Peruvian style sashimi, as well as a plethora of fish, meat and vegetables.

Desserts are an equally tempting selection of Peruvian inspired dishes, from deeply indulgent chocolate flavours to lighter fruity alternatives. No matter what you choose to go for, you’ll not be disappointed with the selection of dishes to finish your meal.

It’s just as much about the cocktails here as it is the food, so it’s vital you try some specials from the Pisco Bar - where inspiration has been drawn from some of Lima’s oldest bars. With a team of mixologists on hand, you can delve into some Coya signatures, Peruvian classics, and localised specials. Of course if cocktails aren't your thing, you'll also find a carefully curated list of wines, spirits and beers available.

Perfect for date nights as much as it is celebrating with friends, Coya is a no brainer when you’re in the city.


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Yes there is a dress code which is smart casual, no open shoes or shorts for men.

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The venue welcomes children during lunch and early dinner seating but kindly contact reservations team for further confirmation during the day you want to book on.

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£TE PISCO MUCHO
Drink Experience
TE PISCO MUCHO

16 Sep 2024 until 20 Sep 2024

Elevate your weekdays with Te Pisco Mucho at COYA City!

Join us after work and enjoy a selection of refreshing cocktails accompained with mouth-watering Peruvian canape specials.

*Monday to Friday from 4.30pm until 6.30pm.

*No bookings required.

*Only available at the Pisco Bar.

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£TE PISCO MUCHO
Drink Experience
TE PISCO MUCHO

23 Sep 2024 until 27 Sep 2024

Elevate your weekdays with Te Pisco Mucho at COYA City!

Join us after work and enjoy a selection of refreshing cocktails accompained with mouth-watering Peruvian canape specials.

*Monday to Friday from 4.30pm until 6.30pm.

*No bookings required.

*Only available at the Pisco Bar.

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Location

31-33 Throgmorton Street, City of London, London, EC2N 2AT

0203 9070 0000 0203 9070 0000

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Opening Times

Lunch
Mon 11:45-02:30
Tue 11:45-02:30
Wed 11:45-02:30
Thu 11:45-02:30
Fri 11:45-02:30
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Dinner
Mon 17:30-21:00
Tue 17:30-21:00
Wed 17:30-21:00
Thu 17:30-21:00
Fri 18:00-21:30
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

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9 Reviews 
Food/Drink
Service
Atmosphere
Value

Richard L

17 July 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 4.5
Service 4
Atmosphere 3
Value 1
Coya

Ridiculously expensive with all the add ons which is a shame because the food is fab and actual cost of main dishes is ok 

Marissa I

28 December 2022  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

I would explain it as a party in yoru mouth!!!  From the cerviches to the steaks - you cannot fault it and the service is silver service level with the Peruvian touch!

Anon

11 September 2021  
Food & Drink 4
Service 1
Atmosphere 3
Value 1
Worse service I've ever experienced

While the food was good, the service was the worst I've ever experienced. Staff were very rude and kept taking away drinks menus and food away from us even though we wanted to keep those for longer. Wait times for food were ridiculously long and even then meals were missing from our order. We also didn't get the table outside that we booked (it was no longer raining and it was clear that they just couldn't be bothered to wipe down those tables). Instead, the 5 of us were sat indoors, at a table clearly meant for 4 people, all crammed, and my plate was balancing on a gap between two tables pushed together the whole time. I wasn't expecting such awful service, let alone from such a pricey place and no one even apologised for any of this. Definitely won't be returning.

Eleanor J

08 July 2019  
Great food, fun vibe, always a good night.

Maz P

08 July 2019  
Absolute Team Favourite. Especially like the Pisco sours.

Emelina M

31 March 2019  
Amazing food, serivce and ambience.

Anon

12 December 2018  
Food & Drink 4
Service 4
Atmosphere 3.5
Value 4
When you want something quick and simple
Then this is the place to go.... it's just something that doesn't fuss or fidget... Does what it says on the can!

Siva P

12 December 2017  
Food & Drink 4.5
Service 4.5
Atmosphere 4
Value 4
A taste of Peru
Food and drink were truly wonderful - a group of four had sharer starters and mains and were all hugely impressed. The sommelier was very helpful in recommending a red for the mains and we were suitably impressed with his choice ! I will certainly be back, but suspect that it is more a dinner venue than for lunch (unless lunch can be a drawn out and leisurely affair), which is no reflection on the service, more on the length of time it takes to choose behind the various delicious alternatives !

Angela C

26 October 2017  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Corrrrryah please!
Having just opened opposite our building I was eager to try it, having seen that it is always busy at anytime of the day. Needless to say that I was not disappointed. My colleague who accompanied me is quite a fussy eater so I checked out the menu before we went. It's ideal to cater for a group and fussy eaters as there is such a great range of dishes both for choice and size. I had the Ribs and they were absolutely delicious and my friend had the Salmon which she was very impressed with. The food and drink is worth every penny! Thanks Coya, I'll be back!
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