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!”

“Tonight was our first time time dining at Carmello's. We chose the eggplant parmigiana and mushroom marsala. Well executed dishes! A shout out goes to our server Marah who was gracious and attentive. Carmello's is definitely a great culinary addition to Covington, in similar tradition to the late Opal. We will be back. Come hungry or expect to take some home with you. Thanks to Golden Gelato for their dessert contribution.”

“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 😁”

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

“Everything is AMAZING!!!!”

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

“Great lunch menu and superior service. Might be the best Cheese Cake we have ever had. Be sure and try their Hot Brown”

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

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

“Celebrating my 65th birthday at Opal. Everything from our waiter Nick to the atmosphere and food were amazing. They made us feel special and wonderful. We highly recommend Opal Rooftop.”

“Jordan attended to me with exceptional service, making some of the best martinis I've ever had. The highlight was definitely the pistachio martini – it was crazy good! Highly recommend stopping by, and trying it out!”

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

“I came here to drink wine and spend time with life-long friends. Little did I know, I would be referred to one of the best wines I've tried from a passionate and educated sommelier named Ashley. And maybe I even made a new friend in the process. Thank you!”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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?@?@?”

“This was really good! I didn't have my hopes up because sometimes hotel restaurants can get away with serving mediocre food to a captive audience, but I genuinely enjoyed everything I ate at the Fifth Lounge in the Radisson. We got the stuffed breadsticks ($12 for three, a little steep) fish sandwich and tots ($13?) and a burger and fries ($14). The server was super sweet and gracious despite being the only person working the entire restaurant and bar. The tots and fries were perfectly fried and had a great Cajun seasoning on them. The burger was delicious and the fish sandwich was great too, I liked how soft the bread was. FYI No vegetarian options at all (menu in pics)

Vegetarian options: No vegetarian options at all

Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant is in main lobby floor of hotel and has no stairs or steps. There are some tables you could pull a wheelchair up to but many tables are high tops”

“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.”

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

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

“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”

“A hidden gem with one of the area's best burgers. Don't cheat yourself, get a double burger.”

“Start with the cheese curds, poutine fries or fried pickles!!! A burger fries is a must! Great service and atmosphere.”

“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-”

“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 !!”

“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”

“Had the greatest time there!”

“Great place, bartenders are AMAZING!”

“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.”

“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.”

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

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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!”

“Chris is the absolute best bartender I have ever met! We had a party of 12 and she made us feel like we owned the bar! Even with other customers in there, beat Sunday I have experienced in years”

“Stopped in for brunch and loved it! Our server Ivy was fantastic. We will be back for the food and Ivy! 🤍”

“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”

“😍Great Gals and always hoping 😍”

“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”

“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.”

“Amazing Tacos😋 best in town”

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

“Great spot! Traveled to Covington with 4 young children, looking for a family-friendly restaurant in the area. The pizza was great, but the staff was even better. We even asked for other suggestions of family-friendly restaurants to try while we were in town, and they teamed up to put a list together for us. Greatly appreciated the friendliness of the staff!”

“The Well is one of my favorite spots in Covington! The drinks and food are always great, and the staff are such fun people. I threw my boyfriend a surprise 30th birthday party at The Well, and it was a night many probably won’t remember but filled with laughs and fun.”

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

“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.”

“Best breakfast in all of NKY!!!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 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. 💛🍓🥐”

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

“This is kind of a dive bourbon bar but definitely worth stopping in. Taylor the bartender was absolutely fantastic. They climbed a ladder to get a bottle that we wanted a pour of. We got a flight and the store pick of Russell’s was out of this world but unfortunately not for sale. The restroom was clean. Our only complaint was the bar and the menus were really sticky. Like so sticky that we washed our hands in the fountain outside when we left. However, definitely worth a visit if you’re a bourbon drinker because they have over 500 bottles.”

“The food is delicious and the staff are fabulous! For a great experience you need to come! Johnathan and Cindy are the best!”

“SO much fun!! BEST BARTENDER EVER! We were visiting from NJ and felt like family!😂. Allowed to smoke!!😜 A night to remember!👊🥳🍻🍺🍻🍺”

“Stumbled in here on a girl night out, and the drinks and service was phenomenal. Garet was attentive and was very easy to talk to! I will absolutely be back!! My new go to place for drinks!”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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”

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

“Rosie's is my favorite place in Covington. I've been going there over 18 years. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. The owner is awesome. Congratulations on being one of the finest in the area.”

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

“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.”

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

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

“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 ❤️”

“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!!!”

“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.”

“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!”

“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. ❤️❤️”

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

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

“Great Gyros & Fries 🍟 MY FAVE!!”

“Typical Covington pub. Very good attention. Variety of drinks and excellent prices. I liked that they served me a drink in a glass glass (unlike their neighbors who only offered plastic glasses, the kind that you grab and your hand sinks in, how horrible!). I recommend!”

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

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

“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.”

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

“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”

“great place great bar maid”

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

“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.”

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

“Back in 2018 had a guy I went to college with say he worked here and towards the end of the year brought us all in pizza!!! No clue if he’s still here or how he’s doing but great pizza and great dude!! Excellent representation of this place!”

“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!!”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“Best bar in Covington and northern KY.”

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

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“Very friendly staff relaxing patio with a nice fire feature in the middle of the table and everyone there was very welcoming and friendly:-)

Parking: There is a paid parking lot around the corner that you can use in case you cannot find any parking on the street parking on the street is a bit difficult at times”

“I LOVE this place I don’t understand the bad reviews every time I come here, I absolutely love this place. The food is always fresh and flavorful even with delivery. My food shows up hot. I have never once had a bad experience with this place. This place has become my go-to Chinese food they have so many options. I usually get the sweet-and-sour chicken and fried rice, chicken is hot and fresh The sweet-and-sour sauce is flavorful tangy sour with sweetness lightly salty. The rice is always fresh and hot perfectly cooked. Food is a great price for the portion sizes of food I always end up with leftovers which are just as good later on, when I’ve gotten takeout, the staff is always so nice and sweet. The restaurant is clean and stocked. I would absolutely recommend this place to people and have already!.”

“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.”

“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)!”

“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.”

“Tonight on the Galligan Family GoldStar world tour. We are stopping at Latonia or maybe it's Covington who knows haha. This make our 26th Gold Star restaurant we have visited on our tour. And week 19 for the Chili for a year. Gold Star #galliganfamilycincinnatichiliworldtour”

“Thank you for your kindness and delicious pizzas! We posted your picture on our page. 🍕”

“Great hoagies, pizza, beer. Nothing fancy but food is highly recommended!”

“We made a pit stop at Mac's on the recommendation of a local Brewers fan. It's a must-visit for any Packers fan. It's a great fan bar with good pizza!”