This is a solid spot for patrons seeking a limited menu with a chill vibe. It is important to note…read morethey have a rotating, seasonal menu, which also means you cannot locate their present menu online nor can you rely on that to decide what you'll have when you're there. I speak from experience as the hanger steak my brother saw online and wanted (which made us pick this restaurant) was not available this particular evening. On to the better stuff: I really liked their welcoming vibe and relaxed atmosphere. Complimentary sourdough bread was immediately served as well as celebratory champagne for my little brother's birthday. We started with the hush puppies appetizer and the French onion dip, which came with a bag of Zappo's potato chips. For dinner, I ordered the four cheese pasta, which I was informed is made in-house and is leaving the menu very soon. My only complaint was the size of the wine pours. When I inquired, they stated the pour was 6 ounces. The kind surprise was a generous top off when they sensed my disappointment. Their kids' menu -which isn't printed - is a little limited. Kids can pick from grilled cheese, chicken skewers, and a hamburger. One kiddo had a hamburger and my son snacked on their shoestring fries. All other adults ordered burgers and everyone seemed to enjoy their dinner. One more complimentary surprise showed up near the end of dinner which was a miniature Keylime pie in celebration of my brother's bday. Back home, we have very few restaurants that offer so many complimentary items. That definitely sets this restaurant apart from others. Also, having a small menu means they likely give lots of attention to the entrees they serve. Definitely recommend City Pharmacy!

Came here for dinner for our second night in Covington. Not too busy for a Friday night, we were…read moreable to walk in and quickly be sat. For drinks we ordered the cloud atlas (off menu) and a vodka gimlet, gimlet was good but a little off balance. Complimentary corn bread was pretty tiny and a bit dry. For entree we ordered the crab cakes and shrimp and grits, both very tasty and the stars of the night. Highly recommend. We still had some room for dessert so tried the chocolate molten lava cakes, mine not so lava like but still tasty!

The focaccia is so good that they can get away with charging $3 for 2 slices of bread (after you…read moreget your free pair of course). This restaurant is exactly what Covington has been missing and I'm so glad it's here. The rotating menu is good, and there are always solid classics for picky eaters too. I will say that the service can be a bit slow, but that's generally well worth the delicious pasta and fair prices (cheaper than City Pharmacy, so that's a win!). For now, Bar Oscar is the premiere Italian/pasta restaurant in Covington, and my heart and stomach love it, so I'm giving it a 5 star, but in truth it probably is closer to a 4.

Our first stop in Covington for a late night snack and drink. We had a late lunch so we weren't…read morestarving but wanted some light bites. The interior is cute and they have a nice outdoor patio as well. We tried the lady whistle down, blood orange margarita, and the vodka gimlet. I love a vodka gimlet and this one was perfectly balanced, probably one of my favorite drinks of the trip. We munched on the cheese platter and marinated olives and then the tiramisu for dessert. Everything was really good, service got a bit slow towards the end of the night but overall a great first meal in Covington.

CJ was absolutely amazing!! the best server i've had there, he made sure everything was correct and…read moremade sure to make good conversation.

Tonight we made our way to The Social Goat in Covington, Georgia. Before we even get to the food,…read morethis is the kind of restaurant that has a personality all its own. Goat-themed artwork is scattered throughout the restaurant, including some fun paintings that immediately caught our attention. The atmosphere feels more like a cozy tavern than a traditional taco restaurant, with dark wood, booths, and a comfortable setting that invites you to settle in and stay awhile. One interesting piece of local history is the building itself. We learned that in 1906, this building housed an antique market. Think about that for a moment. If someone was selling antiques here in 1906, some of those "antiques" might have been from the 1800s. More than a century later, the building is still serving visitors, although these days the focus is tacos rather than antiques. Covington itself is worth mentioning. The city has become known as Georgia's Hollywood of the South, with more than 100 movies and television productions filmed here over the years. Fans of The Vampire Diaries and Sweet Magnolias will recognize many locations around town. If you're visiting the area, there is plenty to see before or after dinner. Our server for the evening was Jordan, who provided friendly service throughout the meal. The menu features eleven different taco varieties, which immediately created a dilemma. Narrowing the choices down to just three was not easy. We ultimately chose the Fried Fish Taco, the Philly Taco, and the Sesame Ribeye Taco. The tacos are available as a trio, allowing you to sample three different varieties on one platter. The meal also came with chips, salsa, and queso, making it easy to share and compare flavors. Let's start with the Fried Fish Taco because it ended up being my favorite of the three. The fish itself had excellent flavor and was cooked just right. The taco was topped with a sauce that brought a unique flavor to the experience, and the crunchy slaw added texture that worked beautifully with the fish. Every component contributed something to the overall bite. This was the taco that surprised me the most and ultimately earned the top spot in my personal ranking. The Philly Taco finished a very close second. If you're a fan of Philly cheesesteaks, you'll immediately understand the appeal. Loaded with shaved ribeye, peppers, onions, and cheese, it delivered exactly the flavors I was hoping for. It was rich, satisfying, and packed with flavor. Sometimes simple combinations work for a reason, and this taco proved that point. The Sesame Ribeye Taco was the most unique of the three. The sesame-soy flavor was bold and immediately noticeable. I enjoyed the flavor profile and appreciated that it took the taco in a different direction than what I typically experience. Rather than trying to imitate a traditional taco, it offered something distinct and memorable. Anyone looking for a creative twist on a taco will likely find this one especially interesting. One thing I appreciated about the trio platter was the opportunity to compare very different flavor profiles side by side. The Fried Fish Taco offered a balance of fish, sauce, and crunch. The Philly Taco delivered familiar comfort-food flavors. The Sesame Ribeye Taco brought a bold and unique flavor profile to the table. Each taco had its own personality, which made the comparison part of the fun. The chips were crisp, the salsa was fresh, and the queso provided a nice complement to the tacos. Combined with the trio platter, it was more than enough food for a satisfying meal. The Social Goat manages to be more than just a taco stop. Between the historic building, the goat-themed decor, the welcoming tavern atmosphere, and a menu filled with creative options, it offers an experience that stands out from the typical restaurant visit. If we return, and there is a good chance we will, there are still eight taco varieties left for us to investigate. The Social Goat Tavern 1115 Church Street Covington, GA 30014

The restaurant is clean and has a great vibe. The servers did their best. They were shorthanded…read more The food was good. I liked most of my meal. Not a big fan of the dessert. Of course, the food was not hot but it was warm. I don't understand the grits with the main course. It should have been dirty rice or if you are doing grits, pair it with shrimp or fish. I truly think price played a factor. This is my second event with them and I plan to do more.

As we are new to the area (less than 2 years) it hasn't easy to find both "great" food and "great"…read moreatmosphere. I happen to hear about this ale house and since it was close to home, we gave it a shot and boy we are happy we did. My husband ordered the steak and frites, medium well and it was flavorful. You could cut it with a spoon it was perfectly cooked. I ordered the smashed burger with fries and it was delicious as well. Service was top notch from greeting of the host to the bartenders who served us. Our bartender made me THE best espresso martini I ever had. We will definitely return and SOON! Extra bonus points for NOT being a hookah "joint".

The food was AMAZING! I had blackened salmon without the Dijon glaze (mustard allergy) I requested…read moremed rare and it was cooked to temp PERFECTLY! The green beans were cooked like my great grandmother used to cook them seasoned with meat and wonderfully tender - fried okra was good also - I had questions and the chef herself came to the table and explained things - my companion got the African Palm butter - chicken, goat, crab, crayfish served with rice - it was a little spicy but he said it was much more flavorful than spicy - we didn't get a picture We also had a jerk chicken plantain boat appetizer that was full of flavor and a nice size to share! Ebony was our server - prompt, polite and friendly- we wanted for nothing! A lovely young lady! Black linens and sparkling glassware - a beautiful place to dine! If you're in the area, check it out! We will be back!

This place is great. The reviews are correct, it really is that good. The egg rolls were amazing…read more Spices temperature... all right on. Crisp outside excellent meat. The chef came out and said hi to us..nice lady... true artist. These are the kinds of restaurants that I hope we continue to support and spend money with. Fabulous experience and I will be back ASAP.

Cool vibe. Great customer service. Plastic cups for drinks. Bar food. Way better than Goat Social.read more

Never thought I'd write a review for this place haha I grew up in Covington and definitely never…read morewent out there. I happened to be back in town visiting my family and went out with a friend and we came here. I really was not expecting much but it's not too bad! ***LOCATION*** Plenty of parking all around and right down the street from the square! ***ATMOSPHERE*** Honestly the inside looks nice. They've got the lighting, a huge bar, a stage for karaoke and plenty of tables and a patio as well! There were people singing karaoke with was fun. The only thing was that it wasn't super crowded. I don't think too many people go out in Covington and it was definitely full of older people too. Has a lot of potentiel though. If more people came here it would actually be a cool spot to go. The music was good! ***STAFF*** The staff were nice! ***PRICE*** They had super cheap beer. I think I paid literally 2$. It wasn't the best quality but they had better options too! ***CONCLUSION*** I hope more people go out here because there is so much potential. The vibe is there, there just aren't enough people!

I'm not at all sure why this restaurant is getting all these bad reviews, but they do not reflect…read moremy experience at all. The service was five star all the way. We were greeted immediately by our waitress, she was super friendly, our food came out within 15 minutes, the food was great and we were never without a drink. There isn't much more that can be expected from a restaurant, and I would definitely go back to eat at this location.

0/10 Took my girl out on a Friday night for dinner, ordered an appetizer and a meal, appetizer…read moredidn't approve until 1 hr later, was very frustrated with the wait and the food wasn't very good Server was the only good thing at this establishment

We've been to this location before and ordered food from their Little Phillies side. Today we…read moreordered the same thing we got a month ago. This time the food was overpriced and we were told the combo doesn't come with a drink. We really like this place but today for $35 (2 meals) with no drinks - we will not be back. Sorry, you lost a customer.

First off we ordered poppers and they came out cold! We ordered wings dry and fries crispy. Waited…read moreabout 30 mins and the wings came out swimming in sauce!!! The waitress took them back and a guy from the kitchen brought them back within 5 mins, looked like they wiped them off so the guy took them back to the kitchen.. A few mins hes back with the same basket and they added seasoning to them still wet! Finally just told them to take them off our bill we had already waited 45 mins at this point!! The waitress was apologetic not really her fault she didn't cook them!! AN HOUR AND A HALF there and we had poppers, fries and a drink!! Redickulous!!

Katie and Tori are the best. The food is very good. Love the atmosphere Thursday karaoke is great.read more

I come here for Ambiance and Service ,it's always great! Just don't order a Chicago dog in Georgia!read more

First of all, these negative comments about the smoking....it's a DIVE BAR folks! Not a family…read morerestaurant! What comes first in the name? BAR, not GRILL. I don't smoke, but I go there anyway because I enjoy the place. Why? Trivia on Tuesday is fun! Some really good bands on the weekends! Karaoke! Darts! (I don't play but a lot of folks do) Cheap beer and decent food. The bartenders are almost all really friendly and they'll know your name by the 3rd visit. Single seater ladie's room is clean. The crowd is social. What's not to like??

This place surprised me! The outside isn't impressive, but the inside is comfortable. Parking is…read morevery limited. The bar food was awesome! The onion rings are top tier, the fried pickles are delicious, and the wings are great. The bar staff were B and Shanna. B was the best; tentative, kind and funny. She checked on us often as newbies. Shanna is the only reason this review didn't get 5 stars. She was cold, evasive and made it seem like she was bothered by us asking questions. It was our first time there. Once she was annoyed having to take our drink order, she never said another word to us. Asking her to change the TV felt like pulling teeth. Then B came in and saved the day. The food, karaoke and B made this an good time on a Friday night. Because of the atmosphere, the indoor smoking, and the chance of dealing with Shanna again, I'd pass on going in and order take out next time.