I recently visited The Cove, and I’m still thinking about the experience! Let me start with the drink that completely stole the show: their Fresh Margarita. I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s the best margarita I have ever had. I only drink margaritas, so I’ve tried them at hundreds of restaurants over the years, and nothing—absolutely nothing—comes close to this one. Perfectly balanced, fresh, bright, and simply unforgettable!
The food was just as impressive. The beef brisket was tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection—easily one of the standout briskets I’ve had anywhere. And then came the fried cheesecake, which was the perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and indulgent without being overwhelming. It was the ideal ending to an already wonderful meal.
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to enjoy the food as much as I did, but I was completely blown away. I’m already looking forward to going back. The Cove has officially earned a spot on my favorite restaurants list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Victor J Legarreta
My wife and I and Another couple went here and it was absolutely perfect, the food the atmosphere, the price and the service! Ky was our server and he was phenomenal! Love it and I will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John M
This place is great. Our waiter was phenomenal and the food was absolutely exquisite, some of the best in York if not the best.
The only gripe I have is that I was fully expecting to be able to order from their INSANE whiskey menu, but the room is completely closed out. I understand the person who generally tends to the whiskey bar is out right now, which I completely get. But their website boasts heavily of this feature, and this was a huge reason I wanted to go. A little more transparency or information would be awesome on this on the website, just so I can keep an eye out if it's going to be open or not.
To clarify - I have no real problem with this place, the food was absolutely amazing and our waiter was great. But I'm just a little confused with the whiskey bar being very advertised, but only being able to be ordered from if certain people are there. Especially with so few places like this locally, their list is incredible and I'd love to go enjoy it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Desiree Lee
We took our daughter here after her Sophomore Homecoming Dance. Food was so good and the portions were on point. We were so full we had to take the rest home. Also the drink i had was on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carina Hardy
I haven’t been to the cove in years. It was below average before, nothing special and not very good drinks or food. This time was the complete opposite!! My husband and I went for a spontaneous date last night and the atmosphere was wonderful. It was warm and inviting. I had the best margarita I’ve ever had (and I was a margarita only bartender in New Mexico), the food was excellent and the service was even better. Paul was a wonderful server. This experience caught me by surprise! So glad we gave this place another chance. Whatever you guys did differently- well done! Keep it up! We will definitely be back. I don’t normally write reviews but this was well worth it!
Brett Huber
The food is ALWAYS delicious. This review is for Suzie and her demeanor in solving a Door Dash issue. I thought there’s no way she’s going to be able to make it right. She did while enduring my extremely sharp tone.
Thanks again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Derek Parthree
The cove was a hidden gem I just discovered by accident that has quickly became my go to stop when I'm in York. The creek out back weather permitting is the perfect romantic atmosphere and during these colder months they heat and close.off the outdoor seating area which is also very nice. The inside is always welcoming but I will say is a little in the cold side. Which is nice for a bigger guy like myself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dominick T
Presentation on the outside does not match the inside. WOW!!! The inside ambiance was that of a very very high class establishment. The back deck area was even more amazing. The sounds, the lighting, the furniture. All beautiful. The foods presentation was very nice as well. The majority of the food was fantastic tasting, the asparagus was a little under seasoned and undercooked for my liking. Staff was very friendly and on point. Pricing was extremely reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Skroly
Ate outback by the creek. Stuffed flounder was out of this world. Portions are huge. We'll worth the $$. Our server was amazing. He was super attentive, fast and courteous.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jessup jackson
I was expecting to find the dive bar that I remember from the turn of the millenium. Instead found a thriving and lovely bar and grill. Quite a step up.
We had a fantastic meal and very enjoyable experience. The short rib dish was maybe the best I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amanda Toner
Outside seating is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Brandon Handley
The atmosphere at The Cove is nothing short of fantastic. Warm, inviting, and perfect for unwinding. The staff are attentive and genuinely welcoming, which made the experience even better.
Their bourbon and whiskey selection is top notch, offering something for every connoisseur of fine spirits. The food was excellent as well, with quality and flavor that matched the drinks perfectly.
A place that delivers on all fronts with great service, outstanding drinks, and delicious food. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabrielle S
My favorite local salad place. Their espresso martinis are great as well. Owned and staffed by amazing humans. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christy Rost
I had hoped to coordinate a monthly bingo night with The Cove, something they previously hosted. I was told they would work with me to bring it back, and I followed up multiple times with 10 people ready to attend each month. Despite being promised several callbacks, no one ever followed through. Unfortunately, the lack of communication made it impossible to move forward.
I recently visited The Cove, and I’m still thinking about the experience! Let me start with the drink that completely stole the show: their Fresh Margarita. I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s the best margarita I have ever had. I only drink margaritas, so I’ve tried them at hundreds of restaurants over the years, and nothing—absolutely nothing—comes close to this one. Perfectly balanced, fresh, bright, and simply unforgettable!
The food was just as impressive. The beef brisket was tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection—easily one of the standout briskets I’ve had anywhere. And then came the fried cheesecake, which was the perfect combination of sweet, creamy, and indulgent without being overwhelming. It was the ideal ending to an already wonderful meal.
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to enjoy the food as much as I did, but I was completely blown away. I’m already looking forward to going back. The Cove has officially earned a spot on my favorite restaurants list!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
My wife and I and Another couple went here and it was absolutely perfect, the food the atmosphere, the price and the service! Ky was our server and he was phenomenal! Love it and I will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is great. Our waiter was phenomenal and the food was absolutely exquisite, some of the best in York if not the best.
The only gripe I have is that I was fully expecting to be able to order from their INSANE whiskey menu, but the room is completely closed out. I understand the person who generally tends to the whiskey bar is out right now, which I completely get. But their website boasts heavily of this feature, and this was a huge reason I wanted to go. A little more transparency or information would be awesome on this on the website, just so I can keep an eye out if it's going to be open or not.
To clarify - I have no real problem with this place, the food was absolutely amazing and our waiter was great. But I'm just a little confused with the whiskey bar being very advertised, but only being able to be ordered from if certain people are there. Especially with so few places like this locally, their list is incredible and I'd love to go enjoy it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We took our daughter here after her Sophomore Homecoming Dance. Food was so good and the portions were on point. We were so full we had to take the rest home. Also the drink i had was on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I haven’t been to the cove in years. It was below average before, nothing special and not very good drinks or food. This time was the complete opposite!! My husband and I went for a spontaneous date last night and the atmosphere was wonderful. It was warm and inviting. I had the best margarita I’ve ever had (and I was a margarita only bartender in New Mexico), the food was excellent and the service was even better. Paul was a wonderful server. This experience caught me by surprise! So glad we gave this place another chance. Whatever you guys did differently- well done! Keep it up! We will definitely be back. I don’t normally write reviews but this was well worth it!
The food is ALWAYS delicious. This review is for Suzie and her demeanor in solving a Door Dash issue. I thought there’s no way she’s going to be able to make it right. She did while enduring my extremely sharp tone.
Thanks again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The cove was a hidden gem I just discovered by accident that has quickly became my go to stop when I'm in York. The creek out back weather permitting is the perfect romantic atmosphere and during these colder months they heat and close.off the outdoor seating area which is also very nice. The inside is always welcoming but I will say is a little in the cold side. Which is nice for a bigger guy like myself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Presentation on the outside does not match the inside. WOW!!! The inside ambiance was that of a very very high class establishment. The back deck area was even more amazing. The sounds, the lighting, the furniture. All beautiful. The foods presentation was very nice as well. The majority of the food was fantastic tasting, the asparagus was a little under seasoned and undercooked for my liking. Staff was very friendly and on point. Pricing was extremely reasonable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ate outback by the creek. Stuffed flounder was out of this world. Portions are huge. We'll worth the $$. Our server was amazing. He was super attentive, fast and courteous.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was expecting to find the dive bar that I remember from the turn of the millenium. Instead found a thriving and lovely bar and grill. Quite a step up.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
We had a fantastic meal and very enjoyable experience. The short rib dish was maybe the best I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outside seating is amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
The atmosphere at The Cove is nothing short of fantastic. Warm, inviting, and perfect for unwinding. The staff are attentive and genuinely welcoming, which made the experience even better.
Their bourbon and whiskey selection is top notch, offering something for every connoisseur of fine spirits. The food was excellent as well, with quality and flavor that matched the drinks perfectly.
A place that delivers on all fronts with great service, outstanding drinks, and delicious food. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite local salad place. Their espresso martinis are great as well. Owned and staffed by amazing humans. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had hoped to coordinate a monthly bingo night with The Cove, something they previously hosted. I was told they would work with me to bring it back, and I followed up multiple times with 10 people ready to attend each month. Despite being promised several callbacks, no one ever followed through. Unfortunately, the lack of communication made it impossible to move forward.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
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