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Not sure why this place has such a low rating but let me tell you.We had a fantastic time and…read moreenjoyed every bite of food every cocktail.Staff are friendly and engaging.Crab cakes and pork chop (thing is huge) were amazing.Great Old fashioned and spritzer.We were going to skip dessert but the way the server described it to us we couldn't miss out on the house made key lime pie,very glad we didn't.

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The Chimes Covington

3.5(680 reviews)

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The food is decent but the service could be a lot better in many areas. For those with food…read moreallergies, please triple check before ordering in or eating your food. We arrived on a Friday night without reservations and waited about 30-40 minutes for a table. First, we got a drink by the bar and stood around. Then when seats opened up at the bar, we sat there and ordered two appetizers. Before ordering, I asked one of the bartenders if something was gluten free and she came back with a sheet of paper labeled GLUTEN listing about 25-30 things that were gluten free such as dressings, jambalaya, and egg rolls (which we found out later they are NOT gluten free). I have a picture but I won't share it so that no one is deceived. A few minutes after ordering, we were buzzed that we had moved up the waiting list and to check in. My husband checked in and came to tell me to go to the hostess stand because they are ready to seat us. He went to let the bartender know to send our two appetizers to our table. When I got to the hostess stand, the hostess said that we already had been seated and to just walk upstairs. Even after I explained we had not gotten seated yet because my husband had just checked in, she instructed my party to simply head upstairs and just turn right. We walked upstairs and found a table we assumed we should sit ate. Then when my husband arrived, he went to look for menus because we didn't have any. Ava came by to greet us as our two appetizers of Sauteed Crab Claws and Boudin Egg Rolls arrived. Ava was really friendly and personable. I was so happy the sheet had indicated they are gluten free. I ate half an egg roll and started to suspect it was not gluten free. I flagged down Ava and asked and she said she was pretty sure they were not gluten free. Ava came back to apologize that the egg rolls had been changed and were no longer gluten free, and then are gave me an updated "2026 Gluten-Free Allergy Menu" with a subheader "All items listed are SAFE for you to eat." The egg rolls were no longer listed. For my entree, I ordered the Charbroiled Catfish served over spinach. It came with a salad and apparently a side. I thought my spinach was the side so I didn't ask about my side options and Ava didn't ask me what I wanted as a side. I had a side mixed green salad with no croutons. Surprisingly, everyone's side mixed green salad looked different when they arrived. Mine had croutons. Another had cheese on their mixed greens while another person was served iceberg lettuce. It was very strange. My catfish arrived with French Fries which are not gluten free. I flagged down another waitress who had checked in on us earlier to explain that I wasn't offered a side and that I couldn't eat the French Fries. I asked for cooked veggies and she brought me cauliflower. I thoroughly enjoyed my catfish and cauliflower. Others are the table had the Seafood Lasagna, Seafood Pasta, Charbroiled Oysters, and Crawfish Etouffee. Everyone liked their dishes. The portions are really big. The meal would've been much better if they were better trained on how to handle food allergies. And what the hostess did was not customer friendly at all. We learned from the second server that Ava was in training. Ava did a good job as she was really friendly, attentive, and seemed to genuinely care. I don't think she understood what a gluten allergy was but she followed up when asked to check on the egg rolls.

I've been to Chimes a lot, and recently went with an old friend (and a new one!). We sat outside…read moreand enjoyed the beautiful evening, along with some delicious appetizers and a burger that we all shared. Everything was delicious, as usual, and the service is always top-notch. Lots of great beer on tap, super-friendly folks waiting to help you with food or a drink, and a super-cool location that really takes advantage of the natural surroundings. Even if you're not hungry, you should come get a beer and walk down to the little river; Louisiana can be magical with the right attitude.

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LUMORA

4.2(65 reviews)

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Absolutely loved our experience at Lumora! From the beautiful ambiance to the warm, welcoming…read moreatmosphere, we immediately felt comfortable and at home. We started with the Brussels sprouts, which were absolutely delicious and probably the best Brussels sprouts we've ever had! For drinks, we tried the Hot Honey Margarita and Blood Orange Mezcal, and both were extremely flavorful and beautifully presented. The aesthetic was unmatched. My daughter had the kids' cheese pizza and was very happy with it as well. For our entrées, we went with the pistachio crusted salmon and the steak with crawfish cream sauce and fries, and both were exceptional. We also had to try the Blueberry 75 since French 75s are my absolute favorite, and it did not disappoint! Our waitress, Jillian, truly took the experience to the next level. She was incredibly sweet and attentive, and every recommendation she gave us was spot on. Overall, 10/10 experience! Amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, great cocktails, and even better service. 100% recommend and definitely a must try in Covington! We will absolutely be back.

Walked in and the place was super cute. Called earlier in the day for reservations for 7 and they…read moresaid they did not take same day reservations but place should not be bad at 6pm and we should be seated fairly quickly. We arrived at 5:40pm and told them 7 people and were told about 40 minutes so we sat at the bar and grabbed a few drinks, waited about 40 minutes are were seated.. perfect timing. Now this is where things start to fall apart.. we sat and waited about 5 minutes for someone to show up and take drink orders and I thought should put in appetizers just in case it takes them awhile to return. A few drinks stumbled out and then appetizers came and the a few minutes later more of the drinks.. weird. Finally we ordered our entrees and while waiting finished our appetizers and then no one came and cleared the table, water was empty, drinks were low appetizer plates and appetizers vessels still on table. And wait for it... here come the entrees.. and they are placing them around an already full table.. was there no dishwashers so they didn't want to take plates back to be washed??? I put about 4 plates where my entree should have gone and they pushed the entree plate next to it and I had to ask them o remove the other plates. I feel like this is too long already.. the food? Tasted odd like it had an odd flavor I ordered the Truffle Butter Steak and it was about the size of my hand and cut in strips with onions rings on top and a small bowl of fries... for $35.00. My stunning wife orders the Shrimp fried rice and she was not impressed I tasted it and it was mushy with small shrimp. Oh I liked the bacon wrapped shrimp appetizer that is the reason for the two stars. Bill came and I paid for seven of us and looked the bill and it was $381.00 with drinks no one told me the gratuity was one there already and stupid me did not look and gave them another $80.00 on top of the $60.00 on the bill yep $140.00 for horrible service.. and okay food. If you all read my reviews I honestly try to be fair and hope people have off days.. I am regretting having spent nearly $500.00 on this night

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Lola

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We were seated in the box car, which was so cute, loved the vibe in there. We had some great…read morecocktails, grapefruit and watermelon martinis, along with some delicious apps and entrees. We had the fish special and the sides with it were spot on... great combination. Also, our waitress was very nice and helpful on recommendation. A big thanks for Lola being so customer focused. My husband had left his glasses, and we didn't realize until the next day. They went beyond and above to get them back to us.

Sitting in the train car was the best part of the meal. The waitress was friendlyand did a good…read morejob. But the food was just so-so.

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Zea Rotisserie & Bar

4.0(185 reviews)

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Shrimp Appetizer is awesome as are the ribs. Great ambience…read morewith a nice bar area. Service is always great

Ordered Zea on Uber and for the price, what a letdown…read more The pasta was the low point. Heavy, and barely any chicken in it. My daughter got the chicken fingers, the one thing kids eat anywhere, and she wouldn't touch them. I tried to finish them and couldn't. So greasy it tasted like the oil hadn't been changed in a month. It wasn't all bad. The grilled river trout was actually good and the mashed sweet potatoes were solid. But the Thai green beans were skinny and dried out, no flavor. For what we paid? Not worth it. A couple okay dishes don't save a meal where the kid's plate went straight in the trash.

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4.6(266 reviews)

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Best roast beef ever! Miss going get my mother one every two weeks! Sadly my mother has passed…read moreaway. We are just back in the area and willl be bringing my grandson in soon!

The food is fishy. Great customer service and the place is loud but with calming lights.read more

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Whenever food is great, and service is really good. One of my favorite lunch spots. Some great…read moreplate lunches, and some great Po Boys. The dirty cheeseburger is excellent.!!

Every crawfish I peeled was breaking in pieces. Some weren't purged properly and still tasted like…read morethe water they were pulled from. They brought out a second batch to see if they would be better... they weren't. The sausage was cold. Service was good though. Angela was great!!

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Red Brick Cafe

4.4(15 reviews)

6.1 mi

I'm gluten intolerant and was nervous about the menu options based on what I found online. We came…read morein a few weeks after they opened, and the restaurant was so cute. We ordered at the counter and had exceptional service. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming, and we love supporting a faith-based business. I had the grilled shrimp, and they were so good. My husband had a wrap, and he said it was wonderful. My parents also enjoyed their entrees. We will be back!

Mom and pop breakfast place. The service was hit and miss. The food was fresh and the best part of…read morethe visit. Religious decor and vibes.

Interior decor...

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Tchefuncte’s

4.1(104 reviews)

6.0 mi

We stopped in for Sunday brunch on my daughters birthday and had another fantastic meal…read more I ordered the Louisiana Crabmeat Sardou, and it was outstanding. Think eggs Benedict with a Louisiana crabmeat twist. It starts with a buttery homemade biscuit topped with a whole artichoke heart, creamed spinach, a perfectly poached egg, hollandaise, and caviar. It's served with a generous portion of lump crabmeat and a side of potatoes. With so many rich components, I expected it to be heavy, but everything was surprisingly balanced. Every bite worked together, and it was an incredibly delicious dish. My wife ordered the French Dip, which was the brunch special, and she absolutely raved about it. The shaved ribeye was incredibly tender, the Gruyère added just the right richness, and the au jus was packed with flavor. My daughter, who considers herself a burger connoisseur, insists their Brunch Burger is the best burger she's ever had. She ordered it again today, and it only reinforced that opinion. I also tried the Golden Hour cocktail, and it may have become my new favorite. I highly recommend giving it a try. From the food to the service, everything was exceptional. Tchefuncte's continues to deliver one of our favorite brunch experiences, and we can't wait to stop in again the next time we're in the area.

We really enjoyed Tchefuncte's!…read more They have their own parking lot, so it made it very easy to get in and out. You just park, the go inside, and the restaurant is on the 2nd floor. The service was phenomenal! It was for an anniversary, and they made sure to tell us happy anniversary, and add it to a little sign that was left on our table. Now for the main part: the food. Fried Oysters and Pork Belly - very good, if you get this make sure you eat them together (that was our "best bite" for that serving). Wedge Salad - one of the best wedge salad's we have had. The blue cheese dressing was creamy (rather than chunky blue cheese). It had crispy shoestring onion strings that almost acted as the croutons. I loved every bite that included lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and bacon. Delmonico Steak - this was probably our overall favorite item. Just a great steak, and large enough for both of us to enjoy. Redfish - this was good, not great. Would probably try something else other than this if we went back. Tchefuncte Potatoes - they almost were like a twice baked potato (flavor wise), but they are super creamy and fluffy and then turned into a lightly fried ball. Good and very unique. Crème Brûlée - if you like crème brûlée then you will enjoy it here. A classic dessert that was delicious. And to top it all off, the ambiance was great. It is right on the water, and service was very attentive.

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View from our table

Texas Roadhouse

3.1(132 reviews)

3.1 mi

I'm shocked at the recent bad reviews. I've been here a couple of times, including yesterday. The…read moreservice was excellent. The GM stopped by to make sure everything was fine. Started off with a great garden salad with blue cheese dressing and Caesar salad, both were great. I ordered the 8 oz. filet mignon, medium rare and it was perfectly cooked. We also ordered the grilled chicken which was also delicious. I'll be back, more often.

For years, I have been a loyal customer to this establishment, always LOVED the food, and looked…read moreforward to going back. My husband and I ordered food to-go tonight. I was complaining because they forgot the sauce that goes on the portobello chicken I got, then I bit into the chicken breast and it was completely raw on the inside we're talking pink raw. I've never once in my life been served raw chicken anywhere. This is devastating to me as this has always been one of my favorite places to eat. I'm just so grossed out. Please beware.

View thru the main dining room at Texas Roadhouse in Covington

12 oz Ft Worth ribeye: don't judge, I already had a huge meal before we got here!,

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Amy W.

1 year ago

Absolutely wonderful experience! The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was beautiful--such a relaxing and welcoming place. The food was outstanding, with plenty of options that were easy to adapt for a low-carb lifestyle. The Louisiana Egg was packed with flavor, and the Blue Crab Benedict was rich, fresh, and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for great food and even better service! read more

Michael H.

5 years ago

This establishment is one of my favorites in the area. You can not go wrong here weather it is breakfast or lunch! The blue crab eggs Benedict is my favorite eggs Benedict ever. Everything's fresh hot and delicious! This establishment is owned by a great local family that are always there to serve you. You will not be disappointed! read more

Brad K.

2 months ago

I had a nice meal at Mattina Bella Restaurant. The food had a comforting, homemade feel, and the menu offered plenty of classic Italian choices. The portions were satisfying, and the staff was welcoming throughout the visit. The cozy atmosphere. read more

Dot

16 days ago

Mattina Bella did not disappoint. A local restaurant in Covington. The Bluecrab Benedict was delicious. Our wait staff Ally was pleasant and efficient. The owner Debbie was friendly and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I recommend this place. read more

Elithea Y.

11 years ago

Best Salads in town! Homemade dressing is divine!! Small place, run by family. Most employees are super nice! Well worth the money and your time!! read more

B H.

5 years ago

Such a great spot. Excellent food and Service... Had lunch there today , As Usual, Friendly Staff, Great Experience!

Kristie M.

12 years ago

I had the best omelet I've ever had here. There was a wait for breakfast but that's because the food is so good.

David E.

12 years ago

AWESOME breakfast dishes! You have to try the crab benedict. It is DEVINE. Only open for breakfast and lunch.

Amanda S.

6 years ago

I've been here for brunch a few times and have always had a great meal. The staff is very friendly as well!

Carol C.

4 years ago

Always good.Never disappoints.My favorite place to eat breakfast. I also like the atmosphere of the place.

Alison D.

8 years ago

This is a very good restaurant. Ordered the Crab Omelette. It was delicious. Can't wait to return.

Sandy O.

4 years ago

Mostly have only eaten breakfast here, always delicious. Staff have always been very friendly

Laurie L.

2 years ago

Mattina Bella has excellent food and service! The staff is friendly and accommodating.

Sarah C.

1 year ago

Delicious food and pleasant atmosphere. Will be back yet again with friends and family

Steve S.

7 years ago

Delicious and so much food you have to take it in a go bag! And reasonably priced

Kelvin L.

15 years ago

Lump crab Benedict is best breakfast ive ever eat.

Kathryn W.

4 years ago

Great food but so noisy, go at really off hours.

Elizabeth W.

12 years ago

Good breakfast/brunch food.

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