Restaurants in Covington

“What an amazing place to hold birthday party and a night out! Over the weekend we hosted my husband’s birthday party at Ripples event space. They were amazing from the service to the food and they were very accommodating to all of our requests! Trish and Matt did an amazing job with service and then everyone kept going on about the food! Way to go!!! Thank you so much for an amazing night out!”

“The food was EXCELLENT!! Olivia was our server and she did a great job! All of her recommendations were spot on!!! We will definitely be back again!!!”

“Everything is AMAZING!!!!”

“Chat GPT had directed us here on Saturday the 4th. The food was great! My son and I each had the Salmon with Sweet Potato fries. We had both flown in from 2 different states for a couple of attractions. After the Salmon we finished off a huge slice of Carrot Cake. The best I have ever had. Annie M was very attentive, kind and had a very happy face. For everyone, actually. I just wanted to say how pleased and surprised we were with how good everything was. And I also wanted to compliment Annie M.”

“Taj Mahal has the best flavor on their chicken tikka masala in the tri-state area. Order the 2nd hottest heat level and you will be so happy. It is just the right amount of heat, but more importantly the DEPTH of the spices is very flavorful and savory. Many places in the area just throw in more chili powder at the higher heat levels. Taj Mahal adds more heat as well as anuthentic Indian spices. 10/10 😁”

“Awesome place to check out some very rare, vintage spirits.”

“over 200 different gins. good tapas. live music.”

“Mama’s on Main has some of the best food we have enjoyed while visiting the area. It’s a must!!!”

“The best Korean food hands down in the area. We come from the Dayton area and always leave 배불러요!”

“I highly recommend The Dinner Detective if you are in the area. It was a fun experience with friendly people and good food.”

“Great environment, great drinks- both unique and classic, bartenders are amazing at what they do. They are both knowledgeable and personable. 100% recommend and we will 100% be back when visiting town again.”

“I recently hosted a baby shower at Blinker's Tavern and I must say it was an absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. This establishment truly exceeded my expectations in every aspect, leaving me with a lasting impression. From the moment I reached out to Blinker's to inquire about hosting the baby shower, the event coordinator Amy L. was incredibly friendly, attentive and accommodating. The restaurant, servers and host went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect. They seamlessly coordinated the flow of food and beverages, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and allowing me to enjoy my time. Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Thank you!”

“The dining experience commenced once we walked through the door. Our greeting was pleasant, the atmosphere was delightful, service was great and the food was delicious and plentiful. Thank you Lisse staff for making our 20th anniversary dinner a memorable one.”

“We had great food and great service! Friendly, great suggestions. Regret that I did not get a pic of my beautiful eel dinner. We really enjoyed the whole experience.”

“Delightful corner wine bar that is the perfect capstone to the core of Mainstrausse. Great selection and knowledgeable/welcoming bar staff who can help anyone find their new favorite drink.”

“Highly recommended, family owned Guatemalan restaurant! I have been here a few times for carry out but dined in the other day and the service was excellent. They have tamales available. We got the chicken tamales to go. Try the atole de elote (warm corn drink with cinnamon and spices); it will warm and nourish you on a cold day. The carne asada was well cooked and comes with rice, pasta salad and refried beans. You can choose either tamalitos or tortillas de maseca, as an accompaniment to your dish. Pepian de gallina was very tasty and the chicken was perfectly cooked. Make sure to add some of the salsa to your food. It adds an extra level of flavor. The friendly, attentive service and delicious food makes this a place to return.”

“Always have a good time whenever I go if a want to just relax or if I what to turn up!!”

“Came for Thanksgiving buffet; cannot say enough good things! Food was outstanding, everyone working was so friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had a wonderful time. Five stars!”

“Good people, good drinks. what else do you need in a bar?@?@?”

“I could drink here all day. Bartender was great finding drinks my wife and I loved. I'll stop here whenever I'm in town. Drinks are mixed with care. 😊”

“Enjoyed our dinner tonight. The Rainbow Vegetable Flatbread was delicious as was the Shrimp scampi and Caesar salad. We asked for bread and was told they do not have bread for table service. Don’t understand. I think bread should be available with the entrees. We will go back. Did enjoy dinner!”

“Food was great and service was Awesome”

“I get delivery and I usually order the same thing everytime. This location never lets me down. With quality, timely delivery, and they always remember my extras I add on that most other places always forget. The drivers are always very nice.”

“The best meal we’ve had. Staff is amazing. The food is SO good!”

“Amazing people making incredible sweet goodness!!! Literally the best.”

“Fantastic food and service. You won’t be disappointed. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩”

“Great food. pretzel and beer cheese are best in town. Borden is a delight. ashley says best pork schnitzel she's ever had. $2 PBRs”

“I grew up on Long Island NY and now reside in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of East TN with my gf, so we know good coffee spots! This charming little place just so happened to be across the street! It was our check out day after I sang the National Anthem the night before for the Florence Y'all's. I had a capuchino, my gf had a latte. Both were very good! It is my understanding the owners are Taiwanese. Historic building with tons of board games and an upper level where you can sit on the floor traditionally like their Culture. Definitely make a point to stop here on your way to Covington KY or just passing through! -dmc-”

“I went to Herb and Thelma’s for the first time. It did not disappoint. Very tasty, juicy burgers. Delicious sauerkraut. Manhattan to rival any other Manhattan from an upscale bar. Everyone is friendly. Such a fun atmosphere. Be prepared to be surprised by the food and friendly atmosphere. Cash only.”

“The pizza was a thin crust but not crispy. Lots of toppings with a great meaty sauce. The bar upstairs is insane! Amazing selection of Bourbons and whiskeys. You can even buy some of their barrel picks!”

“Recently had a 30th birthday at Molly’s. They were super easy to book with, no outrageous room hire costs! They were very accommodating and we had a great night”

“This is one of my favorite places to eat lunch. I have sampled many of the items on her menu and all of them are just wonderfully delicious”

“Absolutely must try the Crabby Ben. Real crab meat atop an eggs Benedict with house made bacon jam. It’s to die for!! 🥚 🦀”

“Had the greatest time there!”

“Best team I’ve ever had! Ate with my family, had amazing service and everyone from the GM to the service was top 10!!! Jake Brooke Alex You guys are a 10/10 !!”

“Awesome place with great service and food. Had the Spring Rolls and the Potstickers for appetizers. Heat the Thai Spicy Stir Fry with Shrimp at a level 3 (their levels are 0,1, 2, or 3) and my wife had the Green Curry with Chicken at a spice level of 2. All were wonderful. Great place.”

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Absolutely loved this place! I came in craving some good Mexican food and left completely satisfied. I had the quesadilla and tacos — both were packed with flavor, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of spice. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and what really stood out was the service. Our server, Jose, was fantastic — super friendly, attentive, and made great recommendations. Highly recommend this spot if you’re in the mood for delicious food and great service!”

“Whenever in a town for the first time, we look for an Irish pub. We’re very happy to have found Paddy’s. We had the bar/bartender to our selves for a short while. Discussed Irish whiskeys, history of the bar and more. Had a great time but had to move on. The Casey’s from Michigan.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ North South Baking has the BEST Rhubarb Jam Filled Cruffins in all of Northern Kentucky — hands down! If you haven’t tried them yet, do yourself a favor and go ASAP. The flavor is unreal — perfectly balanced, flaky, and filled with that tangy-sweet jam that hits just right. Beyond the incredible pastries, the customer service is absolutely stellar. The staff makes you feel like family the moment you walk through the door. They’re kind, welcoming, and passionate about what they do — and that energy is contagious. This place has created lifelong memories for me, not just because of the food, but because of the people. North South Baking is a true gem. 💛🍓🥐”

“Great place, bartenders are AMAZING!”

“Outstanding food! Got the classic cuban and plantains. The cuban was spot on. Crunchy on the outside, moist and balanced on the inside. The plantains were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Even my 5 year old couldn't get enough.”

“Very good food and friendly staff. Was glad to have wandered into this place.”

“My friend and I happened upon this gem while on a girls day in Latonia. From the minute we walked in, we were welcomed with open arms. The baristas answered our questions and whipped up the most delicious drinks. The owner introduced herself and showed us around, quickly becoming a friend. We sat for a while on the amazing pink velvet couch and fell in love with this quaint little shop. Before we left, the owner offered to loan out her personal shopping cart (which she decorated for us). It was a memorable day and we will definitely be back!”

“Staff is always so kind and drinks and pastries are so tasty. I love all their flavor options and that they have a rotating seasonal selection. The shop attached also has a great selection of gifts and cards for any occasion.”

“Came into town for a wedding and made a new friend with this vendor. My teenage son was thrilled with having an all beef hotdog. Best of all they take Apple Pay and credit cards if you’re light on cash. Next time we are in town we know where to go”

“Hands down the best food and staff for the area! We loved it so much we came back multiple times over the weekend.”

“😍Great Gals and always hoping 😍”

“Nice food, low key, laid back ambiance. Good service. Cov-gem!”

“Best breakfast in all of NKY!!!”

“Loved this place. First time and will definitely be going back. I suggest the beef sliders and salmon tacos. So tasty!!”

“Amazing Tacos😋 best in town”

“Always enjoyed Dewey’s. But that staff particular at this location was next-level attentive and kind. This was our first visit to their Covington location and we had great interactions with multiple members of their waitstaff and manager throughout our meal. They even remade our pizza without prompt because it wasn’t up to their normal “standard” but was still great. We appreciate the extra steps they took to make our dinner service exceptional.”

“Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the food! The background story is really cool.”

“This was my first time at the gruff and it was absolutely amazing. The food was great. The service was amazing as well, and we got to sit outside and enjoy the weather! Most definitely will be going back.”

“Cool bar with an awesome happy hour, 50% off beer, wine, Old Fashioned's, Manhattan's, and Wells, Monday's - Friday's from 4 PM - 7 PM. Can't beat that. The service has always been quick and friendly.

The location is great for people watching. I definitely recommend going if you are in Covington.”

“Awesome hole in the wall away from the Mainstrasse. You need to check it out!!”

“Fantastic Bar thanks in no small part to the Bartenders ! Faith is a Rockstar and we always appreciate how nice, helpful and pleasant she is. She and the rest of the crew mix up great drinks, provide good vibes, and otherwise make the Bar a fantastic place to enjoy a drink! Highly recommend!”

“More to come and changes are slowly being made. Come join the all New Happy Fun!¡ And who doesn't love Chris on Tuesdays and Gray Dodd on Wednesdays ❤️ Also, everyone Loves Kareokee Donna! Drinks are cheap and wells are only $4.00. Cheapest in the Village.”

“best Mexican restaurant in Covington. our waitress was so nice and always being helpful. food was spot on. leaving $20 tip was worth every dollar. thanks for a great experience”

“I visit other Frisch's and have never had a bad experience, but this Frisch's at 20 Kyle's Lane, Covington, KY location is 5-Stars Tops!!! Haley who works the Drive-thru Window Service and her Teammate Co-workers do an Outstanding Job. The Cook-Staff Team does a Remarkable Job on everything they cook/grill up, never has there ever been any food item that was not worthy of 5-Stars. A few friends who visit this Frisch's location have commented how glad they are that this Restaurant is in their neighborhood, they always have great experiences when visiting. Keep Up the Great 5-Stars Service!!!”

“My family and I from Iowa have eaten here 2 times in the 2 days we stayed in the area, the food was amazing and atmosphere was very unexpected, loved the way it was decorated, we have eaten at many Asian restaurants in the greater Chicago area and this really surprised me how good the food was and the service from the staff very good and friendly, I highly recommend ❤️”

“Owners and family are kind and food is good Mom n pop places are the best”

“first time going to Covington Yard - great atmosphere - good service, football, wide variety of people, very dog and kid friendly. we will definitely be back.”

“Green lantern is a great place to wind down and hangout!!! Make sure you go sing karaoke with Roy.”

“Loved it here! Came for my 21st birthday, got the lunch special. Reece, Sha, and Xavier were the best!! Gave me a free dessert for my birthday as well. Only $10 for a lunch special that included a slice of pizza, side, and a drink! Overall I love this place and the employees were the best!!”

“great place great bar maid”

“We just held a large party for my moms birthday here. I never leave reviews but felt like I should! This place is perfect for parties! Staff are great - Jess the manager is very responsive for planning the event and Yogi was awesome before and during the party !! Definitely recommend.”

“Honey Child puts so much thought and pizzazz into their recipes that there's a flavor combination on their menu for everyone!”

“Thank you…thank you. It’s perfect. I said “winter” theme and you all killed it. I drove 40 mins this am because the cake is always worth it. ❤️❤️”

“Great Gyros & Fries 🍟 MY FAVE!!”

“hi granny and sis and everybodyelse food waslast nite if u have pictures please sena to mr thanks”

“Nice bar, people are friendly. Good times.”

“So good! During burger week! So much flavor! Will be back! Cool atmosphere and nice employees!”

“best Mexican restaurant in Covington. our waitress was so nice and always being helpful. food was spot on. leaving $20 tip was worth every dollar. thanks for a great experience”

“This is my local kroger starbucks and the staff here are so kind! They always get my drink right and they are friendly and professional. Last year, my 5 year old daughter drew some pictures for the baristas because she knew we were coming in to get a coffee and a cake pop. They acted so excited and hung the drawings up on the wall! Now we see them every time we walk by and I just thought that was so kind of them. Will continue to frequent this location!”

“My wife and I stop in occasionally, beers are always cold and service is always top notch! Place is very clean and the other customers are friendly and there for a good time. Best little bar in the area!”

“was recommended by another DJ fir karaoke 🎤 singing”

“It's a dive bar. There's a couple of TVs and a pool table. Cash only.
The cheeseburger and fries are surprisingly good. Seriously, it's worth stopping here just to get a cheeseburger and fries. It was that good.”

“Great local bar with a friendly and welcoming feel!”

“this place just tried to destroy my life with the drinms I got there last night. I dont usually get mixed drinks anymore but woo! Dang those were powerful drinks. Great bar! Loved it.”

“The non-chain, locally owned establishment we all search for. Great prices, people/staff, atmosphere, with Outstanding food! Burger/Patty Melt, Buff Chx Wrap is a friggin home run, fresh kettle chips…never had a bad meal. TV view no matter where you sit, always clean and staff is always attentive.”

“Top notch authentic Mexican. For the homies looking to try new stuff, do the huaraches, it’s like a taco but better and not as basic. And if you like spicy drinks, which is a thing btw, try the Michelada.”

“a great place to eat food great customer service is great fun place”

“If you’re looking for top quality sushi in the tri-state, this is it. The freshest salmon I’ve ever had. They use real crab not imitation as a lot of restaurants do. Crab Rangoon is made fresh daily. Never frozen or out of a bag. This is truly the freshest sushi I’ve ever had in all of my travels. My spouse loved the fried rice as a new favorite. We live 500 miles away. EVERYTIME we are in town to see friends and family, we make it a point to come here for dinner. TLDR; best sushi you’re missing out on if you don’t stop by.”

“This is right around the corner from my office. Great sandwiches and amazing service. Prices were good too!!!”

“Very clean, casual atmosphere, well kept tavern age range was 20s, 30,s, 40s 50s+ age crowd. Everyone was very friendly and respectful to one another. Drinks and Jello Shots! Highly recommend visiting.”

“Have ended many a night here over the span of many years, this place may not have the trendiest drinks nor the hippest crowds, but it has real people happily working and patronizing. A real gem, old Cov as it gets! Beautiful back bar, perhaps the most gorgeous in all of Kenton Co. Serves 7oz Little Kings, that says it all. Don't change a damn thing! Okay, maybe the name...”

“The BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE around!! I always get my yoo-hoo shook just right before leaving!!”

“Love me some gold star that was my feelings but lately it so bad I just left there the food was sub par I ordered a 3 way I might have gotten half of one maybe cold portion and ordered a chocolate shake they look good it was a big ball of ice cream and 2 thirds cup of whip cream I always tip inside drive thru and even to go but the girl in there is hateful always giving me the evil eye I'm going to switch up and go to skyline maybe they will do better it's their loss”

“What a wonderful coffee shop with an amazing mission!!!! Will be thinking about my coffee for days….it was so good!!!”

“had fun here but would have more fun with karaoke. would strongly recommend a karaoke night to go with the food n drinks”

“Best bar in Covington and northern KY.”

“Great hotel bar and restaurant”

“Honestly I was sceptical to try this place because it was pretty empty. But this place is delicious. I’ve been searching for good Mexican food and I tried their tacos they were great! They definitely deserve a lot more business. Osman was the one who helped us and he was super friendly.”

“Was a nice lunch outside in the sun today. Pizza and cheese steak sammich were pretty good. Service a little slow. Wife loved the pumpkin beer on tap. Would recommend this place and go again for the Bengals game....”

“Loved the igloo! Shoutout to Kris for going above and beyond and making us some 5⭐️ mules!”

“We were there with our 2 kids and had an amazing dinner. The staff, the atmosphere and, the food were incredible!!!”

“Great food , not too heavy”

“One of the staff thought it'd be 'funny' to try and steal my purse. I was watching the band play and he tried to take my purse from me. He only stopped pulling on my purse when my friend and I yelled at him. He tried to play it off as a joke. I didnt get his name. We left after the incident. This place is not safe for women when staff are behaving like this.”

“Muy ricos tacos y tortas. We were visiting the area and decided we wanted something authentic and stopped here. Everything was really good, tacos, tortas, service, prices as well. The place is small only a couple of tables and they played music which was fine with us. Pero todo muy rico.”

“I love love love the vibe here. The Dj was off the hook . I had a great time here. Infact if you wanna have fun, come to Gypsy. It’s also not pricy. I was not impressed with the state of the rest room when I went to use it. Though it may be a one time thing. However, I still love Gypsy. It’s all fun fun fun”

“This place made my tongue smack my lips and say Wow! Food was too notch & priced nice.
Service, was something You could only dream about a five star restaurant. Ask for Jason.

Live downtown and eat out 4-5 nights a week & this place is definitely in my top 3.”

“Love Gold Star, Great Food , Friendly Staff.”

“The best of all chili parlors in Cincinnati. Meatier chili and better taste. Fast, friendly service. Always a treat!”

“The bbq food was so delicious! The homemade bbq sauces were so tasty! The baked beans were delicious too! Also, the pretzels were some of the best I’ve ever had (especially with the garlic seasoning added)!”

“Great ice cream, amazing number of flavors and nice people. Try the Kinder cones.”

“This is our go-to Chinese take out. The food is always good and both my wife and kids enjoy it. The kids get the chicken lo mein and sweet and sour chicken that they call Chinese chicken nuggets. The lo mein is flavorful and the noodles are tender. The sweet and sour chicken was crispy.

I got the beef with broccoli and pork fried rice. The beef was flavorful and the broccoli was cooked perfectly, still just a little crunchy and bright green.

My wife gets the bourbon chicken which is her favorite. It is delicious. She also ordered the cheese wontons (crab Rangoon) and they were crispy and full of filling. The pork egg rolls were good too.”

“Best Lee's in town. Food is good - except for being a tad too salty - and prices are fair. Nice staff - welcoming and helpful. It's fast food dining so atmosphere is what it is.”