36 Best Bars 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!“

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

“Everything is AMAZING!!!!“

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

“I really like this up the stairs bar. They have a good selection of bourbon. Their cocktails are creative and have lots of fresh ingredients. Comfy couches to converse on. Always have great music playing. You can have a pizza brought up from downstairs. Cozy 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.“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

“The vibes were electric the second we walked in, definitely the spot on a Saturday night. We sat at the bar and ordered food through the QR code and later grabbed a seat by the fire 😍. Not my preferred way of ordering but it made perfect sense for the bar setting. The quesadilla was amazing and my husband got the wings, we shared the cornbread, the butter!! 🔥 We had the sweetest little bartender help us, I didn’t catch her name but she was cracking us up! Good vibes all around and worth checking out!“

“Second Story & staff support rescue dogs, hosting adoption events where people are able to get to know adoptable dogs in a fun, social atmosphere. We love Second Story!“

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

“Great staff, great drinks, great atmosphere. Come on a weekday for a chill lounge feel, or come on a weekend for a packed bar. Whatever you’re looking for, you can find it here. Also, best Espresso Martini in the metro area, by a long shot.“

“I have known "Big John" from when I worked with him at Fed EX. He is a great guy, Great owner, and will take care of you. If you're looking for a Nice hole in the wall joint with great prices, this is Definitely the place to go!- Shane K.“

“Cozy, quirky, and charming! Visited for the first time, but will return!“

“was recommended by another DJ fir karaoke 🎤 singing“

“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.“

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

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

“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.“

“great place great bar maid“

“An LGBTQ+ mainstay in the heart of Mainstrasse! A friend invited me for a visit, and I am so glad he did! Haven’t been in 15 years. Rosie’s is fun, clean, beautifully appointed with wood features and clever signage, and mostly just full of really great folks and bartenders.“

“What a wonderful discovery. Not packed full of over eager drinkers. Great atmosphere,karaoke, attentive bartender. They make food for the and keep it on the bar to help yourself. Such a great time. Definitely go check it out!And the women's restroom.is a must see. It's Betty Boop!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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 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“

“Friendly atmosphere! Great service! Cold beer!!! Everyone was singing with the band!!!“

“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!“

“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.“

“We had a great time with Megan on the rooftop bar. We highly recommend this location.“

“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 food , not too heavy“

“The wife & I had a great experience for brunch. The food was amazing & the service & atmosphere was warm & welcoming. Shout out to Trish for giving us exceptional customer service. I highly recommend Libby’s & we will continue to go back.“