Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Covington

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dakota Restaurant - Covington

4.7

Exceptional(1122)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 7 times today

Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients. The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe. In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

2. Tavi

4.8

Exceptional(393)

Price: Moderate

• Israeli • Covington

Booked 12 times today

Tavi is an Israeli restaurant serving made-to-order pita from a wood-fired oven, elaborately finished hummus plates, and small and large plates drawing from the same modern Israeli inspiration as its sister restaurant, Shaya. The name Tavi is inspired by the Hebrew word meaning “good or beloved” and that’s what Tavi aims to deliver to the Covington community. Executive Chef Fariz Choumali leads the kitchen and brings his Lebanese Roots to life through staples from the Shaya menu plus new dishes. The menu will highlight an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.

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3. Bon Sake Sushi & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(36)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covington

Booked 7 times today

BON SAKE sushi & barSushi RestaurantHours: LUNCH Wed-Fri 11:30-2:30 DINNER Mon-Thurs 4:30-9•Fri & Sat 4:30-11 We look forward to serving you.

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4. The English Tea Room & Eatery

4.8

Exceptional(10)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covington

Booked 10 times today

"The world drinks tea. Come have some with us today!" The English Tea Room and Eatery is one of the shops you don't expect to find on the short but interesting Lee Lane in Covington's walkable city core. The shop offers more than 260 choices of teas and serves fresh-baked scones with house-made clotted cream and house-made lemon curd along with all-day high tea [finger sandwiches, savories & chocolate covered strawberries] and many other English food items such as banger & mash, Coronation Chicken Salad, Scotch eggs, quiches, Shepherd's Pie, etc.We are located on the corner of Rutland St. and N. Florida St. is just a block from the antique stores on Lee Lane and one block from the art galleries on Columbia. Off-street parking is available, wheelchair Lift and ample free parking on Florida St. and Rutland St and nearby Free Public Parking [Ox lot].

5. Valencia

4.8

Exceptional(103)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional Spanish • Covington

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Valencia! It's our pleasure to serve our community located in beautiful, historic downtown Covington. Valencia brings alive the spirit of New Orleans, Louisiana and Valencia, Spain in an eclectic combination of flavors to dazzle your palette. We pay homage to the traditional cuisine from these areas with the addition of flavor infusions from both regions!

6. Tchefuncte's

4.7

Exceptional(1391)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Madisonville

Booked 15 times today

Step through our doors and transport to another world, where anticipation challenges every course, and riverfront views create memories from everything. The chefs at Tchefuncte’s uncover nuanced flavor within Louisiana’s storied history, exploring each culinary chapter with dishes such as Redfish Meuniere or the coveted A5 Wagyu Striploin, bookended by our whimsical and elegant desserts.Indulge in the finest food, drink, and entertainment on the Northshore.Our events calendar caters to all tastes and preferences, with exclusive wine tastings and bespoke culinary experiences crafted by our renowned chefs and expert mixologists. We’re committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience that captivates our guests, constantly evolving and adding new events to ensure the utmost refinement and sophistication. Come experience the exceptional elegance that makes us a premier destination for fine dining.

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7. Keith Young's Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(1695)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Madisonville

Booked 6 times today

For over 25 years, we have devoted our culinary efforts to one basic principle:Serve the finest quality steak of a more than generous portion with consistency that never varies. This is what we strive to do and always with the warmest personal service.We still hand-cut every steak when you place your order tableside. It’s not the easiest way, but quality never is. This allows us to make sure that every steak that leaves our kitchen is consistently succulent and flavorful.This is our pledge to you. Join us!

8. Pat's Rest Awhile

4.5

Awesome(623)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mandeville

Booked 18 times today

Casual, water front seafood restaurant and bar helmed by renowned chef Pat Gallagher. Enjoy local favorites such as Gulf Fish Almondine, Oysters Rockefeller and Gumbo alongside classics such as Grilled Steaks and burgers. Other seafood selections include Redfish, Tuna and Swordfish. Outside dessert $3/person.

9. Papillon's

4.6

Exceptional(283)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mandeville

Booked 4 times today

Hidden gem located in Old Mandeville Town Center. Conveniently located on the corner of Lafitte and Woodrow, across from the Mandeville Trailhead, blocks from the Lakefront. Papillon's consists of an intimate fine dining room located on the second floor, featuring house specialties such as the Beef Wellington (hand cut filet wrapped in phyllo dough and baked to perfection). On the bottom floor is Angolo del Vino Wine Bar and Gelateria, serving Papillon's full menu which features award-winning meatballs, and wine on tap.Perfect for any special occasion, date night, or a simple evening out. An experience like no other.

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10. Duman Artisan Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(104)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Mandeville

Booked 2 times today

Due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions, we have a limited availability reserved for OpenTable. If you are not finding the time slot you wish to dine, please call the restaurant for real time availability information. Husband and wife team Bulent & Ozgur (Ozzy) Duman share their Turkish & Greek creations in the hearth of historic Old Mandeville. When you visit, you will find yourself in a chic but casual atmosphere surrounded by black&white photographs of Louisiana's street musicians (work of Bulent Duman) with Greek and Turkish music in the background. At Duman Artisan Kitchen you will experience friendly service, a thoughtful menu complimented by over 20 wines almost all served by the glass. Duman Artisan Kitchen uses Organic / Non GMO products whenever available. You can find a wide variety of small plates and appetizers as well as gyros and seafood antres

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Dakota Restaurant - Covington

2. Tavi

3. Bon Sake Sushi & Bar

4. The English Tea Room & Eatery

5. Valencia

6. Tchefuncte's

7. Keith Young's Steakhouse

8. Pat's Rest Awhile

9. Papillon's

10. Duman Artisan Kitchen

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