Best Romantic Restaurants in Northshore

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Nuvolari's

4.8

Exceptional(1266)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mandeville

Booked 5 times today

Nuvolari’s is a warm and inviting Italian restaurant, nestled on the Northshore of New Orleans in Old Mandeville. For over 40 years, loyal customers have enjoyed Italian food, friendship and celebrations around our tables. Nuvolari’s menu features traditional Italian fare alongside creative fresh dishes. Dining options include intimate indoor seating with a relaxed exterior patio. We offer Happy Hour in the bar and patio Thursday from 4:00-6:00. We also serve Lunch on Friday from 11:00-2:00. Our wine list is appreciated by both connoisseurs and newcomers, with a diverse selection by the glass and bottle.Open Table consistently recognizes Nuvolari’s with Most Romantic and Neighborhood Gem awards. Nuvolari’s– an unhurried culinary experience, just two blocks from Lake Ponchartrain. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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2. Pat Gallagher's 527 Restaurant & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(1861)

Price: Expensive

• American • Mandeville

Booked 28 times today

Welcome to Pat Gallagher’s 527 – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing. **Please note a 3.5% processing fee is applied to all card payments**

3. Pat's Rest Awhile

4.8

Exceptional(669)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mandeville

Booked 5 times today

Casual, water front seafood restaurant and bar helmed by renowned chef Pat Gallagher. Enjoy local favorites such as Gulf Fish Almondine, Oysters Rockefeller and Gumbo alongside classics such as Grilled Steaks and burgers. Other seafood selections include Redfish, Tuna and Swordfish. Outside dessert $3/person.

4. Papillon's

4.7

Exceptional(328)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mandeville

Booked 3 times today

Papillon's is a charming Italian restaurant, located on the second floor, offering an intimate fine dining experience. With reviews mentioning its 'classy atmosphere', 'romantic ambiance', and 'attentive service', it's the perfect place for a special occasion or a quiet evening out. The restaurant's attention to detail in its food and service further solidifies its reputation as a romantic spot.

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5. Desi Vega's Steakhouse - Mandeville

4.7

Exceptional(8)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Covington

Booked 6 times today

Desi Vega's Steakhouse Mandeville has proudly joined our Northshore family! Our attention to detail and commitment to excellence makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Desi Vega’s Steaks are carefully selected and aged for tenderness then seared to perfection at 1800º in our Montague broiler. Our steaks are seasoned with a little salt and pepper because a steak like this needs nothing else. Topped with melted butter and served on a sizzling plate. The only 100% USDA Prime Steakhouse in all of Northshore!

6. Tchefuncte's

4.7

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Madisonville

Booked 22 times today

Step through our doors and transport to another world, where anticipation challenges every course, and riverfront views create memories from everything. The chefs at Tchefuncte’s uncover nuanced flavor within Louisiana’s storied history, exploring each culinary chapter with dishes such as Redfish Meuniere or the coveted A5 Wagyu Striploin, bookended by our whimsical and elegant desserts.Indulge in the finest food, drink, and entertainment on the Northshore.Our events calendar caters to all tastes and preferences, with exclusive wine tastings and bespoke culinary experiences crafted by our renowned chefs and expert mixologists. We’re committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience that captivates our guests, constantly evolving and adding new events to ensure the utmost refinement and sophistication. Come experience the exceptional elegance that makes us a premier destination for fine dining.

7. Tavi

4.8

Exceptional(444)

Price: Moderate

• Israeli • Covington

Booked 14 times today

Tavi is an Israeli restaurant serving made-to-order pita from a wood-fired oven, elaborately finished hummus plates, and small and large plates drawing from the same modern Israeli inspiration as its sister restaurant, Shaya. The name Tavi is inspired by the Hebrew word meaning “good or beloved” and that’s what Tavi aims to deliver to the Covington community. The menu will highlight staples from the Shaya menu plus an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.

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8. Dakota Restaurant - Covington

4.8

Exceptional(1205)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 16 times today

Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients. The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe. In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

9. Gallagher's Grill

4.9

Exceptional(1536)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Covington

Booked 21 times today

Welcome to Gallagher’s Grill – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing. Gallagher's Grill, located at 509 S Tyler St in Covington, La. Rated Four Stars by Tom Fitzmorris, "Mr Food". Serving USDA Prime and choice steaks, quail, lamb and the largest selection of fresh fish on the Northshore! Open for lunch Tuesday thru Friday and Dinner Tuesday thru Saturday.

10. Valencia

4.9

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional Spanish • Covington

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Valencia! It's our pleasure to serve our community located in beautiful, historic downtown Covington. Valencia brings alive the spirit of New Orleans, Louisiana and Valencia, Spain in an eclectic combination of flavors to dazzle your palette. We pay homage to the traditional cuisine from these areas with the addition of flavor infusions from both regions!

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Jennifer
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lile was outstanding! her recommendations were spot on! what a great meal and evening overall.
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Papillon'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mandeville
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4.7
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Carl
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food here is outstanding. We enjoyed our meal, and there was nothing to complain about. I give this place my highest regards. It was a top-ten meal for me.
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Nuvolari'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mandeville
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4.8
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Maegan
New Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is our second time at this location and we absolutely love it. The staff is so involved and on top of their service. My husband and I will continue coming here for our date nights or special occasions.
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Desi Vega's Steakhouse - MandevillePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Covington
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4.7
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Cindy
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service was great and food was fresh and delicious
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Pat's Rest AwhilePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Mandeville
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4.8
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Dr. Josephvip
New Orleans / Louisiana •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Every aspect of the dining experience was superb. The food was as good as it gets, and the server could not have been better. 527 is our favorite restaurant. It’s always a great dining experience.
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Pat Gallagher's 527 Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Mandeville
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4.9

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Nuvolari's

2. Pat Gallagher's 527 Restaurant & Bar

3. Pat's Rest Awhile

4. Papillon's

5. Desi Vega's Steakhouse - Mandeville

6. Tchefuncte's

7. Tavi

8. Dakota Restaurant - Covington

9. Gallagher's Grill

10. Valencia

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