The Cove

4.2 (177 reviews)

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Keno W.

I was seeking a place to try Asian steamed buns like the ones I had in New York.Ended up at The Cove eating Poke...a Hawaiian snack poke, which is diced, marinated ahi tuna salad. Pronounced 'po-kay,' people often pronounce it 'po-kee,' or worse, 'poke.It was so delicious! It reminded me of sushi...just not rolled up.The marinated ahi tuna and scallops were filled with flavor.I had crab salad, macaroni salad and tomatoes in my Poke.The base was warm white rice.The dish also included a few sauces which I can't recall the names and a fresh cucumber salad.It was like a Hawaii Potluck. The restaurant itself was cozy...however the music was loud 90's pop rock.It did not seem to fit a Hawaiian meal! The Poke was good,however the price was to high for this dish in my opinion.It came up to $11.87. I really liked the Poke but I will be going back to try the steamed buns! Overall a good experience!!

Amintha R.

I know minnesota is the home of spam. I have even been to the spam museum in Austin mn! Spamalot you say, I say yes please! But for the life of me the actual spam and the ingestion of it was beyond my ability. I kept trying cause I'm one of those people that likes liver and onions for real so spam seemed just up my left over meats philosophy... you are probably wondering why I've been going on and on about spam all this time... here is why! The cove has spam mashubi! I'm sure this a staple other places but it's new to me! I was playing menu roulette and picked this thinking hey I have spam one last shot and it's really not for me. But now I order from the cove just to get spam mashubi and get the other food as an aside. The other food is very good also but the spam! I just am so happy I tried it that one time and now I can just keep ordering it to my hearts content.

Kai C.

If you're looking for the biggest Sushi Burrito in town. The COVE has got it. Easily twice the size as SotaRol and even cheaper! $9.50 Spam Musubi - great bite of spam with seaweed flakes Steam Baos - 3 for $6! You can choose which flavors of char siu and pork you like! They have banh mi here but I haven't tried it! Everything on the menu is super affordable under $10 or so. They also have Build Your Own Poke Bowls or Rice Bowls here so you can choose all your toppings and there are tons of toppings to choose from - easily 10-15 choices. They also serve the lucky buddha beer here along with other beers and drinks! Parking - street metered, although I have used the Free Target Parking lot for a quick bite without any issues.

Nila S.

The Cove has some of the best poke I have ever had. Coming from CA, I've tried many many poke joints but to be honest, this has been one of my absolute favorites. Their house sauce along with their unagi was a perfect combination with the salmon, on top of a bed of lettuce. Their portion size is very gracious and filling. I will 100% be going back, and highly recommend this place if you're looking for good quality poke.

Teresa L.

My fiancé and I discovered this restaurant on Bite Squad. We gave it a shot and ordered poke bowl. The ordering process via Bite Squad was self-explanatory. The food arrived well detailed on who's dish is who's, it was fresh, and tasted delicious. We swore to visit the place in-person. Apparently I went without my fiancé. I ordered another poke bowl. The owner was very nice and explained the food ordering process, which was simple. You just pick what you want on this clipboard. Again, it was delicious in-person. We look forward to bring a few love ones to try it. One note: if you do drive to the restaurant, there is a parking garage next to it for like $4.00 for 1 hour, which isn't bad. Again, I totally recommend this place!

Jonathan L.

Poké! Finally a Poké joint in Minnesota. First heard about this place last year when it was rumored to be opened around January... 6 months later, it finally opened. Took a while, but hey it's here. The cove features a variety of foods like Hawaiian Poké bowls, banh mi's, and rice bowls. Kind of a bit of everything. I was most interested in the Poké bowls. Poké bowls are getting to be very popular in California, so I'm glad they decided to bring one out here. It's basically a raw fish over rice with a bunch of flavoring and toppings. I expected this joint to be a chipotle style Poké bowl place, but it's not. You basically get to choose 2 types of raw fish: tuna or salmon. Then you get to choose flavoring: house special or spicy mayo. We got the spicy mayo. The Poké bowls come with crab salad, seaweed salad, cove slaw, picled ginger, wasabi and a few other things. Kind of out of the ordinary toppings, but tasted okay. The fish wasn't flavored that well. It lacked a little flavoring and seasoning; it didn't taste bad, but it wasn't amazing or anything. The portions were okay, could be a little more, but it's filling nonetheless. Rice was a little hard. Overall, it's an okay place for Poké bowls, on par or slightly better than Obento-Ya's, but nothing like what you can get in California. Probably wouldn't come back again, but maybe I'll try the banh mi's in the future. We'll see.

Shrimp & salmon poke bowl! The food & service were great. I would definitely recommend this place!

Build Your Own Poke Bowl with crab salad and salmon

Kamrin D.

The Cove is one of my favorite spots for a poke bowl and the Spam Musubi. They have several options for sauces, proteins, and toppings. The bowls are largely portioned and all the ingredients were very fresh. The Spam Musubi is sooo good. The Spam is perfectly crispy and combined with the sweet/tangy sauce and rice is perfect. Its one of the reasons I always choose to go to the Cove over other poke places. I've ordered online and everything is still very fresh, they were quick to fill the order and everything was ready on time. It's one of my go-to lunch places and if you haven't been yet I highly recommend and definitely treat yourself to some Spam Musubi.

Kong L.

I was so excited when my friend told me about The Cove. Finally, a restaurant that focuses on poke bowls! They have sheets at the cash register, where you can customize your bowl. For their bowls, you can choose your base (rice, brown rice, or salad), protein (tuna, salmon, tofu, meatballs, and more) then additional toppings (mac salad, crab salad, etc.). I had the ahi poke bowl with many items (edamame, seaweed salad, cucumbers, and avacado) on rice. My poke was half house sauce, and half spicy mayo. I maxed out on the spicy level (3). They also have a new addition to their menu, pork buns. So i had 3 pork buns for $6 (2 char sui pork, 1 pork belly). The pork buns were meh. Honestly not worth it for me. Small meat portion on a bun. Not much flavor. I'd say pass on these. The poke bowl, on the other hand, was awesome! Every component of the bowl add its own plus to the meal in flavors and textures. Having the max spice option did add a small kick to it. The Cove overall is a great spot to grab bowls, or more specifically for me, poke bowls. They also serve other options, such as bahn mi sandwiches, and sushi burritos.

Poke bowl - fish was good. Everything else was meh

Tiffany S.

Visiting from the poké-less states of MI/IN (but grew up in Los Angeles where there are a plethora of poké spots) so I was stoked to find a poké place here. I ordered the ahi tuna poke bowl - house special style (soy, sesame oil, mango, avocado, sweet onion & citrus juice). There was no mango but I felt that the house special marinade was really tasty & the fish was fresh. I didn't love everything else - the rice was terribly mushy & the side salads it came with did not mesh well with the poké at all. I was fine with the mac salad, seaweed salad, crab salad, but the cove slaw needed some work: it was a completely different flavor profile from the rest and the bamboo shoots?? in it really need to be softened more - I felt like I was eating stalks of sugar cane. Better yet, just order sans the cove slaw. The meats - char siu & pork belly in particular - for the banh mi and bowls looked amazing though. Would be back to try those but will likely skip the poké!

Dianna N.

Had to check this place out since I've been making my own poke bowls at home. Very casual and quick dining experience. Similar to a chipotle or noodles and company ambiance. Being a new customer had a great experience. The staff super friendly and helpful walking me through the menu. They even offered samples if I was curious to the flavor to their house dressing. We chose to make our own bowls. Clip board, pencil, and paper with options to select to build your poke bowl. Got a number and they brought it to our table. I'm glad I'm more familiar with the ingredients and knew what I'd enjoy my choices.

Jennifer L.

We wanted to find a place in Dinkytown for dinner just before seeing Tom Segura's show. Hello poke bowl place! The place is nice, the food is good, I have no complaints! I got a steamed buns filled with pork belly and char siu to start off with. Then I got a create-your-own-poke bowl. It's on a bed of white rice (not sushi rice) and you pick 3 sides, 2 different kinds of protein, sauce, mix-ins, and toppings. I got white rice, edamame, seaweed salad, crab salad, protein mix of ahi tuna and yellowtail, ponzu sauce, green onion/avocado/cilantro mix-in, and topped it with wasabi and ginger. It was delicious! And a nice big bowl :) They also have rice bowls, which I didn't try but I will have to next time!

Very clean service counter. Ordering is done at the other end and the ingredients used for the poke bowls are behind the glass display.

Ann R.

My daughter and I were looking for a new place to try for the anniversary of her adoption day. As we were walking around Dinkytown and were headed back to the parking garage, we came across The Cove. The description on the door of what the restaurant served intrigued us so we went inside. We stood where two other people were waiting and one of the restaurant staff came up to us and asked if we had ever been there before. He explained the menu and then showed us where to place our order. He was friendly and welcoming. We were able to order right away and there were order forms to fill out for choosing the ingredients we wanted in a poke bowl. Noticing the generous size of the bowls in the order ahead of us, we decided to share a bowl. There were many options under each category - all beautifully displayed to the left of the ordering area. Everything looked fresh and healthy. We chose to take our food to go, so we waited at one of the tables. Although there were quite a few people in the restaurant, it was not loud. The walls are painted a pretty blue color and there board games at the end of our table. It looked like it would have been a nice to place to spend more time if we had it. Our meal came quickly and we were on our way. When we took the cover off the poke bowl, it smelled delicious! We were eager to try it! The meal exceeded our expectations and we definitely would eat here again. The poke bowl was more than plenty for two people. There would have been no way we could have eaten a full poke bowl on our own. So, if you enjoy leftovers or have a very hearty appetite, order one bowl for each person. For dessert, we had the mochi - a little bite-size piece of ice cream wrapped in a thin layer of chewy mochi rice cake. Again, we split the mochi and it was just the right amount to finish off the meal. The only challenge we had was finding a parking spot during the day on a Tuesday. The streets were packed with cars. Luckily, there is a parking garage on the same block - just a couple stores down - from The Cove. The parking fee is a bit high - $4 for one hour - and upwards at an equally steep fee. However, it was worth the convenience to park there. We look forward to returning to The Cove and trying more items on the menu!

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Marc L.

8 years ago

I went to the Cove to try out their rice bowls. Parking was easily accessible out front and there was also a pay lot next door. The service was fast, and the food came quickly as well. The chicken and steak were outstanding! I loved the mushrooms, corn, and Mac salad as sides. The sauce they put on the chicken was perfect: a little sweet and very tasty. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Tameika S.

8 years ago

Definitely some of the most unique food in dinkytown. Friendly staff who'll take you through the menu, basically everything is scratch made and fresh tasting. Love the poke and the rice bowls. Awesome French fries with their spicy mayo sauce. The musubi is a great app too. read more

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Andrea S.

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8 years ago

I got the traditional bahn mi. It was delicious however I took it to go, then drive 40 minutes to eat it. I think it would have been WAY better if I ate it there. The flavors were on point but the bread got pretty crusty. Also a couple bites of cartilage. But my husband ate the rest of the sandwich when I went to bed and couldn't stop talking about how delicious it was the next day! He's now craving it daily. read more

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Amber H.

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9 years ago

Amazing! I now crave this food on a regular basis. I didn't know what to expect and I'm glad I tried it! I had the cucumber salad, and scallop rice bowl. It had so much flavor! I highly recommend it! read more

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Illiana C.

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8 years ago

Oh my gawddddd. SO FRESH AND DELICIOUS! The workers there helped guide me and my daughter in what to order ! Poke bowl spicy fresh tuna. Rice bow with tofu and chicken . And the spam musabi! All so good! You should stop and try it! read more

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Lee D.

Thank you so much Illiana! We truly appreciate this review! Hope to…

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Sabrina E.

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So excited there's a poke place in town now! I don't have to wait until I go to CA anymore to satisfy my cravings. I ordered the traditional poke bowl with salmon and all the fixings. While the bowls were a tad expensive they're much cheaper than a plane ticket to CA. If you need a quick poke fix, the Cove most definitely delivers. read more

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Lee D.

Thank you so much Sabrina! We love this review :)

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Jane B.

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8 years ago

Got a poke bowl. Loved how many options you get for sides and toppings! Definitely worth 12.50 or whatever I paid. Will be going back, though will order something that I'm sure is a little less spicy (I only did a spice level of 1 and some spicy mayo which I thought I could handle, but it was a little too much for me). Overall, great experience. read more

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Lee D.

Thank you so much for this review! We hope to see you again soon.

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Anthony J.

9 years ago

Fantastic pork belly and chicken! Will be back soon! The staff are also super friendly and helpful.

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Lee D.

Thank you so much for coming in and for this review!

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Ryan K.

9 years ago

Awesome food and culture! The place was spotless, bathrooms clean, cooks were nice, and the food was great. Awesome place to go if you have time to sit down read more

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Vira C.

9 years ago

I Had the Ahi Tuna Poke bowl with the house sauce . You have the choice to build your own Poke bowl and toppings. The Poke bowl was amazing and delicious! Finally a Poke restaurant in The twin cities that I can regularly go to for lunch or grabbing a bite before the gopher games. The pork belly banh mi is also one of my favorite! Pork belly is juicy and tender read more

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Jonah Y.

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9 years ago

Their rice bowls are the real deal here. think: chipotle, but with asian style meats. the pork belly is phenomenal and their pork meatballs are packed with flavor. You can tell a lot of love and care go into their ingredients. I havent tried their poke bowls yet but they look tasty as well. Will be back to sample the rest of the menu. read more

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Hello Jonah,…

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Mai C.

9 years ago

I love their Poké bowl! It has a variety of sides which a few other places I've been to do not have. The cost of the bowl balances out with the number of sides in the bowl that is included. Its very fulfilling and I always want to go back for more! I hope they add different flavors, but for now, I personally enjoy the Poké bowl. I like the little containers of soy sauce too! It's a plus for on the go! read more

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Lee D.

Thank you so much Mai! Were you here today? I really appreciate the…

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Patricia P.

9 years ago

I had the Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl and it was amazing. It was light but at the same time satisfying. It was a good portion too. Though this is a fast dining restaurant type, they keep the quality and presentation very well. The menu is very well written and there are many things to choose from! I'll definitely come back and try their Banh Mi next time. read more

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Hi Patricia, thank you so much for coming in! We truly appreciate…

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Lanoy I.

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9 years ago

Great atmosphere! Fresh and delicious.. I love the Poke bowls and the traditional bahn mi's. I'll definitely go back for more!

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Lee D.

Thank you so much for coming in and for this great review! We…

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Curtis S.

9 years ago

This is a great spot in an seemingly increase fast food/ chain restaurant style dinkytown area. I should say not 100% that this isn't a chain. But it doesn't feel that it is. Great tasty food that seems like it's on the healthier side. It seems to be gaining a following. Great stuff going on here! read more

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Lee D.

We're not a chain :) we are family owned and operated. We also grew…

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Cloua Y.

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9 years ago

Great Service, Ambiance (Loved the music, reclaimed wood in the seating booths, etc) and the FOOD! I had pork Belly, pulled pork, and breaded tofu mixed with bamboo shoot, mushrooms, marinated kale, and jalapenos in my rice bowl and it was all on point and delicious in my mouth with every chopstick grab. :) The cost of the food is right on target (no pun intended since Target is right across the street). The portion is pretty generous considering if I had to compare with places like Chipotle who serves those burrito bowls for a comparable price. However, this one is just more flavorful, has more variety, and the taste of the selection in veggies and protein triggers more curiosity in trying something else next time- or...you can try it all in one sitting! It was just so much food in one bowl, I couldn't make room for a Banh Mi. In fact, I had to pack my bowl to go, BUT I did buy a pork belly sandwich to go and poke for my husband (I don't eat seafood). He loved the spicy salmon! I would definitely come visit again! read more

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The Cove - My take out poke bowl for the husband and pork belly and meatball banh mi sandwiches! Yum! - Poke Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Nicole K.

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9 years ago

I've come here several times and have both their banh mi sandwiches and their poke bowls. Needless to say, I am very happy that there is FINALLY a poke joint on campus! I really like how many different ingredients are present in the bowls themselves..however I wish they made it more of an effort to put down what the ingredients actually are so that it's easier for customers to decide if they want it or not. However, the food tastes fresh and brings a different flair of Asian cuisine to the campus area. Can't wait to see what's next! read more

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Thank you Nicole! We're working on our ingredients list for sure.…

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Stacy M.

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9 years ago

This was a must try place for me! I had some amazing Poke bowls in LA about a year ago and was looking forward to this place. The staff was really friendly and nice atmosphere. However I think more seating would be good. The price was okay and I understand that fresh fish is not cheap consider where we live in the U.S. I got the pork belly banh mi sandwich and my sister and brother got two poke bowls. The banh mi is a little more pricey (8-9) than what I would pay for but it was good. I probably wouldn't get it again because of the price. However, the poke bowls were phenomenal. Whatever sauce and ingredients they added made it so good!! I would prefer a little bigger portion. read more

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Lea H.

9 years ago

First time at The Cove. The food was fresh . We ordered both a poke bowl and a rice bowl. The meat was well seasoned and the ratios were good. Agree with others that macaroni should be on the side like it is in Hawaii. Did not like the seasoning on the kale but probably just personal preference. It's like Chipotle but with different condiments and smaller but still filling portions. read more

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Lee D.

Thank you for this review!!

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Saravanh P.

9 years ago

Pokè bowls taste just like the west coast pokè bowls! Very delicious and their banh mi are just the same! Highly recommendable place for some good Asian street food. read more

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Lee D.

Thank you so much for coming in and for the review Saravanh!

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Abby I.

7 years ago

Wonderful atmosphere and everything was so fresh!! they even have complimentary green tea!! 10/10 would recommend!!

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Mary K.

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8 years ago

Healthy and delicious with lots of variety to customize your bowl or wrap; both the tuna and scallops I had were good quality.

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Lee D.

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Lindsey W.

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9 years ago

I really like my poke bowl. I got salmon and the spicy mayo. My sister got the chicken Bahn Mi and really enjoyed it too. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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Lee D.

Thank you for coming in and for the review!

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Joannie P.

8 years ago

This is without a doubt an upscale and beautiful restaurant. Decor and atmosphere inside and on patio are superb. Had a problem today with the cleanliness of the place: rolled dinner napkin was soiled, chair seat was Covered in large crumbs, the pepper shakers were sticky. The Alaskan King crab salad was most delicious altho crab was a tad scanty.The side of toasted bread was very nice. New place and some kinks need to be worked out! So sorry I had spelled incorrectly. I meant The Cov in the Galleria. read more

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Lee D.

I'm not sure if you are reviewing The Cove? We don't have king crab…

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Andrea C.

7 years ago

Ordered delivery from here and it was delicious! The pork belly buns are now my favorite!

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Marisa D.

9 years ago

I was very excited to try the Cove, but it left me disappointed. The overall restaurant was dirty and disorganized. Many items we asked for were unavailable. We were surprised to learn that they hadn't just opened. The poke bowl was not bad, but not exciting either. They're also selling steamed buns (not on the menu). I love bao so I ordered a sweet potato one. I kid you not, it was a wheat dinner roll, steamed with sweet potato purée. What? And I'm pretty sure it was steamed, wrapped in plastic wrap and then heated again, days later. read more

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Lauren P.

9 years ago

The poke bowls are the things dreams are made of. Delicious fish, yummy sides, and perfectly cooked rice, what more could you ask for? I've always ordered my food to go, and it's not the fastest, but the food is always worth the wait. Other notable dishes are the spam mitsubi and the bao. They also have amazing bahn mi- get the pork belly! Overall a great new place to get delicious fish. read more

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Kyra S.

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7 years ago

this place has super sweet and very helpful staff!!! my friend got the rice bowl and it was delicious, she absolutely loved it!! i got the pho which was also pretty good as well :) the restaurant is super clean and very well kept-- there's also complimentary green tea (and water) which was wonderful!!! read more

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Louie T.

8 years ago

The banh mi is expensive and not authentic if you're doing Vietnamese banh mi. Most places you can get banh mi for $5-$6.

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Thee S.

9 years ago

The food is amazing and the staffs are super friendly. I got the Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl and Pork Belly Banh Mi. Both was so good. My poke bowl was all gone and the pork belly banh mi I only have a quater left. I couldn't finished it because I was super full. I will definately go back again. Love this place!! read more

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Thank you so much for your kind words Thee! We really appreciate…

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Karisma V.

6 years ago

If you are looking for delicious poke, you should come here! Their poke bowl is so delicious with many different sides too! My favorite is Spam Musubi! If you haven't tried it yet, give it a try! read more

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Bridget F.

9 years ago

Good poke but kind of a Larry/Moe/Curly operation. Hopefully they will work out the kinks. Fries were underdone and way too salty. Do them right or forget them. read more

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Lee D.

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Brennan O.

9 years ago

I tried pork belly banh mi sandwich and fell in love, it was very good! One of my favorite new spots!

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Ziyu Y.

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9 years ago

Was super excited about this poke place opening but was disappointed. The ordering process is confusing: can't really tell how to order from the menu. Also the food was just okay (and they are overpriced). I had the salmon poke bowl and the rice was very sticky and mushy. Won't come back. read more

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Mady T.

8 years ago

I ordered a build your own Poke bowl and it did NOT disappoint! I usually find myself to be daunted by "build your own" style restaurants, but the organization and options set you up for success- you seriously cannot go wrong. The Mac salad and pineapple paired together so effortlessly in the bowl. The ingredients were fresh an delicious. On top of the incredible bowl, the service was outstanding as well. I'll have to try the steamed buns next time! read more

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Salina C.

8 years ago

The best service, food and vibe! Brad and Danielle are so friendly and genuine. I made a lot of customization on my poke bowl and they are so patient to fulfill my order. Highly recommend! read more

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Faith S.

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8 years ago

My first experience with this type of food... it wasn't bad - just new to me. Danielle was a wonderful help with ordering as I had never been to this type of restaurant before. Great customer service - thanks Danielle! read more

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Jordan M.

8 years ago

This places has the best poke bowls!!! The food was great, and they served generous portions. Loved the cucumber and crab salad! Also, the service was outstanding. The workers were kind, helpful, and it was served very fast. Will definitely be coming back! :) read more

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Christine K.

8 years ago

I had the most amazing sushirito here! the service is excellent and it is definitely my go to place for food on campus !!

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Erik H.

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9 years ago

Tastes like home (California). Great service and good selection. That guy Noah was very helpful

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1320 5th St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
University
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(612) 236-4628
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Hours

What time does The Cove open?

The Cove opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does The Cove close?

The Cove closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Cove is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

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Does The Cove take credit cards?

Yes, The Cove takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Cove have catering options?

Yes, The Cove does have catering options.

Does The Cove have a drive thru?

No, The Cove does not have a drive thru.

Does The Cove serve alcohol?

Yes, The Cove serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Cove allow dogs?

No, The Cove does not allow dogs.

Does The Cove have TVs?

No, The Cove does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Cove have bike parking?

Yes, The Cove has bike parking.

Does The Cove have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Cove has outdoor seating options.

Does The Cove have parking?

Yes, The Cove has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Cove wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Cove is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Cove have free WiFi?

Yes, The Cove has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We are a poke (pronounced poh-keh) and Asian street food restaurant in the heart of Dinkytown at the University of MN, Twin Cities. We offer customized poke bowls, specialty banh mi sandwiches, and a variety of rice bowls.

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Do you serve beer?

We plan on serving beer in late August or September. We plan on serving some hawaiian beer and local beers. Thanks for asking!

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Chang T.

9 years ago

Tried this place yesterday for lunch and it was pretty good. I got the Salmon with the house sauce and it was pretty good. The pickled sides complemented the Salmon and rice well. My wife got the pork belly banh mi. That was delicious. Going to come back for that next time. read more

Chris C.

9 years ago

This review belongs to my daughter. After having the meal she requested me instantly that she want to come here again to have the delicious food. And that's why The cove deserve 5 stars. read more

Eric S.

4 years ago

The food at the cove is great! The service is nice and fast. My comfort spot. Highly recommend. I love the fresh salmon for poke bowls and for rice bowls i regularly get steak! read more

Prince N.

3 years ago

I liked the food and hospitality . The food was cheap and delicious . They have traditional Asian and African food combined. Don't forgeT to try if you are in dinkytown. read more

Gao Lee X.

4 years ago

I loved the customer service and the experience, though it was busy in the morning they still took our order and it was fast paced and I loved it. would come again! read more

Maya A.