Stopped in last night after class to pick up a short rib plate to go; it was super cold and I was…read moreglad to get back into my warm truck, but man-oh-man was that a tough drive with the amazing smells from the to-go box wafting through the cab! I had planned to have it for lunch the next day, taking time to crisp the edges in the air fryer before devouring the source of those smells - but alas, it was too great a temptation and I tried a small piece when I got home. Small, meaning like TWO OUNCES that had fallen apart from the main rib into the mound of pasta and chunky red sauce. Sliced garlic, chunky tomatoes, and the essence of beef all through it made for a pretty tasty side dish that I ended up giving to Tiff. I was saving room for the MEAT. So, that little piece that dropped off to tempt me was eaten and savored. It was soooo good. Still, I managed to save the rest of the rib for lunch the next day - I crisped that beautiful short rib up, as promised, and shared the pasta with Tiff - we had a delicious meal and both gave thanks for the food, for Leo and for Ashleigh, the awesome server who packaged the boxes up so beautifully and made sure we were well taken care of even though we took it home. Looking forward to my next visit to Leo's - short rib pizza anyone???

This place should get a 10+ star rating. We were a party of 9...seated very quickly. The…read morerestaurant was very cheerful & inviting and the food was out of this world. I've been to Italy three times & their carbonara was out of this world, and all of our servings were so large, we had enough for four more meals. We can't say about Kayla and Bonnie & how gracious they were to us. If you're ever in Mandeville and craving an Italian experience...Leonardo's is the place to GEAUX - says a native of Harvey, LA - now living in Southern California.

Mandina's of New Orleans is a long time staple in Mandeville, although this was our first visit…read more Mandina's features an extensive menu that highlights their primary specialties, which are Italian cuisine and seafood. Today we enjoyed their full bar, excellent service, and tasteful decor, which combine to impart a comfortable, welcoming ambiance. I had their chicken Marsala, which was prepared in the traditional style and was tasty. My wife had their signature muffuletta, which although unusually prepared on French bread, was good. Salads were somewhat wilted, but iced tea was quite good. Mandina's is worth your attention and we will return to try some other Italian favorites, including their lasagna, which I hear is excellent.

How does this place have 3.5 reviews everything I've ever gotten from here was so freaking good…read more They have homemade blue cheese dressing. It is the most delicious thing you'll ever eat, the fried oyster Caesar salad, the oysters are 10 out of 10, I've never had a better chicken marsala anywhere, the fried onion rings are straight from New Orleans recipe, they're so delicious, the Po boys are great, the service is great, pasta great. We would order from work all the time, we go here for dinner celebrations on the family, 11/10

Del Porto is in the top 3 when it comes to my Wife and I's favorite, but also best and most…read moreconsistent restaurants in Louisiana. I typically go here every year for my birthday and then we typically make it back another time or two throughout the year. I always get the pork chop, as you can tell from the photos I uploaded which are all from different visits. The menu here is always changing which can sometimes be a bad thing however, all the new items and different preparations of the main stays are always delicious. The only bad thing about a menu that changes is your favorite dish may not always be available. Luckily, at this place trying something new typically pays off. I have only gotten something other than pork chop once and it was a braised beef dish, which was great. My Wife typically gets a pasta dish which is always fantastic. We typically try a new app or two along with a salad. Their salads are always changing but the flavor combinations they come up with are awesome. We had a salad one time with Gorgonzola, apple, shallot, candied pecans and a vinaigrette that was one of the best salads we ever had. Their desserts also change and some of them are seasonal. One visit they had a pistachio cheesecake available, which was 10/10. Last year their seasonal sorbet was muscadine, also 10/10. Their wine selection is great and the service is always the best! Food critics typically say a restaurant that gets a 9 out of 10 or higher is worth more than an hour long wait or drive that is a few hours. This place hits that mark for my Wife and I.

Easily our favorite date night spot on the Northshore. We have been coming for years, and no…read morematter where else we try, we always wind up back at Del Porto. The food is great, simple Italian that stands up to many "nice" restaurants I've been to around the world, and the service is always very good.

Took my daughter and loved it. Food was great I had the shrimp and pasta and Caesar salad was…read moreamazing. The butter cookie cheese cake and the service was great. Also got my daughter the Camila pasta sauce to go. We will be back

Very good, old school Italian restaurant. I had an ice tea and some bread. Both were excellent. I…read moreordered the chicken parm and a salad with Italian dressing. They're were very good, as was the service. Reasonable pricing and plenty of food. I'll be back.

Hadn't been to Coscinos in a while, and popped in last night to see school of rock perform…read more The food and service was so good! They added a few things to the menu and the pizza was on point! BUT three items REALLY stood out! 1. The crab arancini appetizer- really perfect didn't even need the sauce that comes with- just perfect 2. The mussels! Mussels are hard and these were drowning in the most delicious garlic broth - really really good to dip the pizza crust in 3. The cannolis! They were crispy and these ricotta filling was so smooth and light! We really enjoyed our dinner and the service! Plus the drinks and atmosphere was so much fun! We can't wait to go back!

Used to be one of my favorite spots in Mandeville. Service was good. Some nice Italian Restaurant…read moremusic in the background which was nice. Hardly any toppings on the pizza. Last time I ordered chicken parm and tried the mussels. Small portions for the money. Guess it's time to find a new spot.

Although a Mandeville staple for drinks and Italian food for many years, my wife and I visited…read moreFazzio's Restaurant for the first time tonight. We found that Fazzio's has an old school casual elegance, is home to many traditional Italian favorites, has an excellent wine and cocktail selection, and features a warm ambiance and welcoming service. Tonight, Amanda took very good care of us. We enjoyed mixed green and Caesar salads followed by chicken piccata and chicken Marsala entrees. Both entrees were savory and delicious and portion sizes were generous. I think the Marsala was especially good and it overflowed with the mushrooms I love so much. We didn't save room for dessert this time, but the tiramisu is said to be quite good. We look forward to returning.

Everything.went well. Great service and great food in short time. Excellent food…read more Can't go wrong.

On the recommendation of some friends whose restaurant suggestions have never let us down, my wife…read moreand I made reservations for a Friday evening dinner. Located in a beautifully repurposed home in downtown Covington, this charming spot exceeded our expectations from the moment we arrived. We were greeted by a friendly hostess and promptly shown to our table in one of the restaurant's small but thoughtfully decorated dining rooms. We started with the house-made whipped ricotta at our server's suggestion. Lightly topped with rosemary honey and served with grilled ciabatta, it was absolutely delicious. For our entrées, my wife ordered the Chicken Molli while I chose the Pork Cheek Marsala. Both dishes were phenomenal. Unfortunately, we didn't save room for dessert, so I guess we'll just have to return, which I'm sure won't disappoint my wife in the slightest. When we received the bill we were both surprised because we had expected it to be significantly higher than it was based on the service and quality of the food. The attentive staff, inviting atmosphere, and excellent food all help make this place stand out. We're already looking forward to our next visit.

My wife and I had an Anniversary dinner at Marcello's Restaurant and Wine Bar in Covington and…read moreenjoyed it very much. Marcello's has an upscale, yet very comfortable, persona and excellent service that combined for an elegant dining experience. Before dinner cocktails were refreshing and we then enjoyed Caesar salad and tomato basil soup before our main courses of chicken parmigiana and chicken molli, both of which were tasty in a traditional way. A tasty cannoli followed up. My wife enjoyed a Pinot Grigio with dinner, and I a very full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, which was the chef's evening's special recommendation. Marcello's has our recommendation for a special night out.

Truthfully the only positive of this experience was our server, Brennan…read more The crab claws were a nice size on the appetizer but the butter sauce or whatever it was entirely overpowering. The veal was overcooked and the risotto it came with was salty, dry and mushy. Inedible honestly. I was very excited about my triple tail, but it was soaked in heavy cheddar; cheddar grits etc where it was hard to find the fish. So if you like XL portions but terrible food, dicristinas, so So bummed

Outstanding food, atmosphere and service! I was a little worried when I visited with a group of…read moregirlfriends. I'm gluten-intolerant and thought the menu would be pasta, pasta and more pasta. Not the case! Our server, Shelby, helped me find a few really good choices and I went with the fish and grits (called something else on the menu). It was outstanding. Rich but not too rich. Large enough portion that I took half home. One friend had the fried chicken and raved about it. (Order early because it takes time.) Another had fried cheese ravioli Several had the Mac and cheese and everybody raved about their dishes. Took home some seafood-stuffed cornbread for my husband. The atmosphere adds to the experience. It's right in the heart of Historic Downtown Covington at the trailhead with huge windows and natural light. Really lovely! They were crowded (on a Tuesday night) but the service was great and the owner popped by several times to check that everything was okay. Already planning a return trip with my husband!