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1. Papillon's
4.7
Exceptional(334)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mandeville
Booked 1 time today
Papillon's is a fun spot because of its fine dining experience with a touch of casual. The reviews rave about the 'fantastic food' and 'great service'. It's also praised for its 'delightful ambience' and 'friendly staff'. Plus, you get to enjoy award-winning meatballs, wine on tap, and an 'excellent experience' at Angolo del Vino Wine Bar and Gelateria. So, if you're looking for a special occasion or just a simple evening out, Papillon's is definitely worth a visit!
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2. Pat's Rest Awhile
4.7
Exceptional(675)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Mandeville
Booked 21 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.
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3. Tchefuncte's
4.7
Exceptional(1508)
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.
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4. Bon Sake Sushi & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(77)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Covington
Booked 5 times today
BON SAKE sushi & barSushi RestaurantHours: Mon-Thurs 11:00am-9:00pm • Fri & Sat 11:00am-10:30pm We look forward to serving you.
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5. The English Tea Room & Eatery
4.8
Exceptional(61)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covington
Booked 10 times today
"The world drinks tea. Come have some with us today!" The English Tea Room and Eatery is one of the shops you don't expect to find on the short but interesting Lee Lane in Covington's walkable city core. The shop offers more than 260 choices of teas and serves fresh-baked scones with house-made clotted cream and house-made lemon curd along with all-day high tea [finger sandwiches, savories & chocolate covered strawberries] and many other English food items such as banger & mash, Coronation Chicken Salad, Scotch eggs, quiches, Shepherd's Pie, etc.We are located on the corner of Rutland St. and N. Florida St. is just a block from the antique stores on Lee Lane and one block from the art galleries on Columbia. Off-street parking is available, wheelchair Lift and ample free parking on Florida St. and Rutland St and nearby Free Public Parking [Ox lot].
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6. Dakota Restaurant - Covington
4.9
Exceptional(1220)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Covington
Booked 10 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.
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7. Desi Vega Steakhouse Covington
4.8
Exceptional(998)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covington
Booked 12 times today
Desi Vega's Steakhouse in Covington is a hoot! With its excellent food, great service, and wonderful atmosphere, it's a crowd pleaser. One reviewer even mentioned the 'live music is awesome'. The place is recommended for all occasions, from normal dining to celebrations. Plus, there's intimacy in the restaurant if you want it. So, if you're looking for a great dining experience, this is the place to be!
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8. Valencia
4.9
Exceptional(165)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional Spanish • Covington
Booked 2 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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9. The Gloriette
4.8
Exceptional(520)
Price: Very Expensive
• French American • Covington
Booked 9 times today
A restaurant at the Southern Hotel. Led by Chef Alex Harrell, our menu features locally inspired cuisine.
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10. Gallagher's Grill
4.9
Exceptional(1546)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covington
Booked 7 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.
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  • Ivy
    Washington, D.C. Area •24 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    It was nice for a local dining spot. We stopped by for dinner after a long day of running around.
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    Pat's Rest AwhilePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Mandeville
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    4.7
  • Kirk
    New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Third time dining here, this time as a party/dinner for my office. The food, staff, and ambience were perfect. The only thing missing disagree with is the credit card surcharge they tack onto your bill, which I do not recall being done when we dined there in September. I own a small business, and credit card fees are a cost of doing business. It should be included in the cost calculations for the price of the food being served (because hardly anyone pays cash any longer) instead of being tacked onto the bill afterwards. This is why I took one star away from my ratings of VALUE.
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    Tchefuncte'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Madisonville
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    4.7
  • ChuckVIP
    New Orleans / Louisiana •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    The Papillion salad and special spinach salad were wonderful. The duck confit was one of the best I’ve had. The shrimp scampi was good, but at $35 for five shrimp over pasta, it earned the low rating for value. Our server, Savannah, was extremely nice and greatly attentive. The manager stopped by to say hello. A nice touch. Overall, a beautiful experience. I do wonder if in the future the menu might include different seafood dishes. We’d be more tempted to return if there were more seafood choices.
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    Papillon'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mandeville
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    4.7
  • Jason
    New Orleans / Louisiana •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 11 Dec 2024
    A consistent, good experience for high tea. A Christmastime tradition for my wife and I to drive to the northshore for a quick midday getaway. Highly recommend this place!
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    The English Tea Room & EateryPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Covington
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    4.8
  • TJ
    New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 8 Dec 2024
    Absolutely AMAZING!!! The food is so delicious and the people that work here are so outgoing and very nice!!
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    Bon Sake Sushi & BarPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Covington
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    4.9

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