Great spot in old Mandeville (lakefront area). Burgers were spot on. Fries and onion rings were…read moretasty. Varsity of beers on tap (including ghost in the Machine). Friendly service. We stopped while biking the Tammany Trace, but worth a visit anytime. Nice outside seating as well. Toys and free space for kids.

Iceburg Charlies Grill & Chill, near the lakefront (in the old Pyre BBQ building) and across from…read morethe Mandeville Trace Trailhead, has a great menu with a fun, laid back family atmosphere. There is something for everyone (even if you're feeling healthy, aka a salad), but the stars are freshly made burgers, wings, and Philly cheesesteaks (my favorite). Complementing the menu is a variety of drink options, including mixed drinks and local beers served in ice-cold mugs! For the sweet tooth, there is fresh custard-based treats with plenty of topping options. There is also a small outdoor stage for live music and outdoor games, creating a fun setting for families and groups. It's a great location as well if you're out for a bike ride on the trace and need a pit stop. Iceburg Charlies Grill does a good job combining plenty of options, a freshly prepared menu, and a fun laid back vibe to bring it all together!

Came from Slidell to try this gem! Very spacious and close to the lake. Plenty of outdoor seating…read moreand service was super friendly and attentive. She helped with our decision making and helped us tailor our choices. We ordered wings a burger a taco plate and drinks. The fries were good but got cold quickly which is expected with shoestring fries. The burger was delicious and seasoned perfectly the shrimp tacos were flavorful and packed with shrimp and the wings were good. I can't wait to try them again!

We came in about 1.5 hours before closing and there wasn't anyone else dining. Which meant we got…read moreour food in no time. The young woman in the FOH was so kind and helpful. This is such a laid back casual place to grab a bite to eat and the location is awesome. Both the regular and sweet potato fries were so darn good. I really enjoyed the shrimp taco but the catfish taco left a lot of be desired. The clucker sammy was pretty bland but the portion was great. We would absolutely return just to grab a few drinks eat a bunch of fries and enjoy whatever game is on.

This is a great little local place, offering up vegan, gluten free, dairy free, all dietary…read moreoptions! The food is good, and the service is friendly.

I am not judging the food...... YET. LOL. This spot is…read morequaint and can't wait to go back to try the food. My hubby and I went to the cigar shop next door and I saw the owners outside. One of them was taking pictures, so I went in to grab a drink. The server informed me that they were, but the owners..... WHOOP WHOOP.... Open the spot for me. Lol. They were great and I can't wait to go back to try the food, sit in the restaurant, and enjoy it. Great place, even if you just go to see the owners.

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!

You know, you occasionally discover a jewel in the rough. Well, such was my discovery of Yaba…read moreKitchen in Covington, when we stopped today for a spontaneous weekday lunch while running errands. Yaba Kitchen has a somewhat mundane outside appearance on US190 Business loop, in the Rouse's parking lot, but its tasteful, understated interior, welcoming service, and quality cuisine more than make up for it. The menu is Asian fusion focused, with many old favorites, as well as a number of innovative, contemporary offerings. There were an array of seafood combos and ramen dishes that sounded appealing, but today we stuck to the luncheon menu's chicken hibachi, that was served with an excellent complimentary side salad that boasted a really tasty ginger dressing. The chicken hibachi was especially flavorful, with excellent rice, and was generously portioned. Several desserts were featured that sounded great, but we were simply too full to try them. A waffle cone, ice cream Sunday creation sounded particularly amazing. If you're a fan of Asian fusion, you really should try Yaba Kitchen in Covington.

Great great seevice from time u walk in the door. The food…read morewas spot on woth what others are also saying about this place. Great sauce choices but the BOIL is a must get with the house [all in one sauce] level 2 spice. Food service A+

8 out of us went here after church on a Sunday. They had no issue handling 8. This reminds of me…read moreof a McCallisters Deli but with pizza. The delivery of food was fast. They had one of the soda machines with like 50 options. I had a turkey sub but tried the pizza. Everyone was happy with their meals. Good place to go for lunch if you are in the area.

My mom and I ventured in here for lunch, and she's a huge Newk's fan (she frequents the one in…read moreHattiesburg when visiting my grandma). I have a gluten allergy and know there are slim pickings on the menu, but the cauliflower crust is gluten free, and some of the salads are as well. When we walked in, it wasn't busy at all, but the staff was extremely friendly. The restaurant isn't large, but there are tons of seating options. Our food was served shortly after we ordered at the counter, and my pizza was piping hot (as desired). I wish Newk's would get gluten-free bread, but until then, I'll just get the cauliflower pizza. We'll definitely be back!

OK, let me preface this by saying: this is not gourmet, but it was great by small town cafe…read morestandards. Don't judge a book by its cover. :) Was in Lacombe, LA to have a little "work" done (see Malinski Dermatology review). Wanted to eat beforehand, and not much was open nearby on a Monday. Looked up the menu on Yelp and decided no place that serves fried okra can be bad. Well-lit, open and low noise level. Plenty of easy parking. Not very busy (did I mention it is Monday in a town of less than 9K people?) and did not have to wait before placing order at counter. Was tempted by banana pudding and wedding cake slices in dessert case but went for food instead. Ordered sloppy joe with fries ($8.50) and a doz wings - 6 Pop's sauce (no idea what I was ordering) and 6 spicy peach BBQ (75 cents/wing special) - with Pepsi Zero over ice. Sat at a one-sided booth near window. All items were brought to the table. Sloppy Joe was HUGE with light cheese and a tangy sauce that reminded me of the elementary school version I haven't been able to recreate, with hints of mustard and catsup. Ample fries with light seasoning salt. Wings were brought in same basket in separate foil sheets (I loved this!). Pop's sauce turns out to be hot sauce (Frank's?) with black pepper and garlic Parm. Very tasty combination. Spicy peach BBQ also had the under workings of a hot sauce, just enough peach and vague notes of BBQ. Needless to say, I had leftovers. But a to go box was graciously offered (before I asked) and everyone was very nice. The only "boo": they were out of collards. Guess I'll have to return.

UPDATE: we had the Two Dog combo Special on Friday for lunch and it was all I could do to waddle…read moreoutta there after eating. Big portions. I noticed a Rustic Industrial table at the front window and asked the staff what it was for. Apparently, they are going to put the table and some chairs outside when the weather gets cooler so that diners can bring their puppy along. Yay, Dog Friendly! The table was donated by renowned local artist & woodwright Auggie, who is famous for these tables. He brands the finished product with his logo.

Every visit to this area, we stop in here for brunch. The food is always fantastic and service is…read morefriendly and efficient. Liz came by the table to say hi to my mother in law and to meet us all. I started my meal with a spicy Bloody Mary and then had the Seafood Scramble with Spicy Hollandaise and a side of Cheesy Grits. The scramble had a good amount of eggs and seafood and the sauce had a nice level of seasoning. I would've loved to have the biscuit that came but I saved it for my son since he can eat gluten. That biscuit looked soft and fluffy. I loved my egg dish. My son had a Cheeseburger with Sweet Potato Fries and my brother in law had the Grilled Cheese and Crab Sandwich. They both looked great and apparently were delicious. The Shrimp and Grits and Debris Eggs Benedict were awesome too. We will definitely be back on our next trip if not another day this week.

We've been meaning to try breakfast/lunch at Liz's Where Y'at Diner in Mandeville for awhile, but…read morejust got around to it. Liz's exterior appears a little downtrodden and parking a bit limited, but inside is welcoming with a bright and shiny Louisiana ambiance. We had excellent service and Liz herself dropped by and welcomed us. We ordered a variety of specialties, with me enjoying an egg scrambler with all the trimmings, my wife having a sumptuous roast beef po'boy and my son having a burger and fries. All were very good and our iced tea glasses were never allowed to be empty. We were seated immediately, but business is brisk and you may need to be prepared to wait at peak times. We look forward to returning!