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Best Authentic Restaurants in Covington

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4.8
Exceptional(445)
Price: Moderate
• Israeli • Covington
Booked 27 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. The menu will highlight staples from the Shaya menu plus an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.
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4.9
Exceptional(159)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional Spanish • Covington
Booked 8 times today
Valencia is lauded for its authentic Spanish cuisine, as one reviewer noted it as 'the most authentic tapas restaurant on the Northshore'. The fusion of flavors from both Spain and New Orleans creates a unique dining experience. The food consistently receives high praise, with customers particularly enjoying the tapas, paella, and the Patas Bravas. The ambiance and service are also highly rated, contributing to a complete and authentic Spanish dining experience.
A photo of The English Tea Room & Eatery restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(50)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covington
Booked 15 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].
A photo of Marcello's - Covington restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(234)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Covington
Booked 6 times today
Please call for reservations. Due to Covid - 19 restrictions online reservation will be suspended until further notice. 985-400-5668Our hours of operation will be:Sunday & Monday - closedTuesday - Thursday - 4 pm - 9 pmFriday - 11 am - 9 pmSaturday - 4 pm - 9 pmHappy Hour - Tuesday - Friday 4 pm - 6 pm1/2 price appetizers1/2 price glasses of wine and specialty cocktails
A photo of Impastato Cellars restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(619)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Madisonville
Booked 6 times today
In 1979, after over 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Joe Impastato opened Impastato’s in Metaire. Only 5 years before, his brother Sal opened Sal and Judy’s in Lacombe. Now the family of restaurants extends to Madisonville with the opening of Impastato Cellars on September 5, 2013. The Impastato family decided to bring the same traditional, authentic Italian cuisine to the table on the Northshore along with the old world ambiance of a 600 square foot wine cellar featuring over 400 labels, in addition to a wide variety of spirits and craft beers.
A photo of Don's Seafood Hut of Covington restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(16)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Covington
The truth is, you don't become a Louisiana favorite just by putting the word "authentic" on your sign. When you've served Cajun meals as long as we have, you learn the difference between real food and a bland imitation, and our guests know it too. Grilled, fried or on ice-there's time cooked into every dish and time spent on every home cooked recipe, so that every aroma, every bite, every sip and every gathering is memorable. We've spent more than 80 years creating a recipe for something much greater than a place for a lunch break or night out. It's a place to share (or keep the whole plate to yourself), a place where you always have a seat ready at the table and a place where you're always part of the family.
A photo of Duman Artisan Kitchen restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(107)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Mandeville
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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Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Covington
Habaneros brings the distinctive flavors of Mexico's urban eateries to your table, drawing inspiration from the street foods and laid-back dining experiences found in the vibrant cities of Mexico. Our well-traveled menu showcases the diversity of Mexican ingredients, elevating classic dishes with a contemporary twist while staying true to their authentic flavors.At the heart of our menu is a dedication to serving fresh, made-from-scratch creations. From our salsas and sauces to our marinades, spices, and rubs, everything is handcrafted with care. Our cocktails are no exception, with each one expertly mixed to perfectly complement your meal.

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  • David
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We spent three days in old Covington and all of the restaurants in that area were great. This one was no exception. We loved the unique menu portions and the staff was incredibly attentive. Highly recommend.
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    ValenciaPrice: Expensive• Traditional Spanish• Covington
    4.9
  • Martha
    New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a wonderful Sunday lunch. Mr. Joe was there making fettuccine. The serving staff was so friendly, and all of the food was excellent. We had eaten at the Metairie location. We loved this one closer to home! We’ll be back.
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    Impastato CellarsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Madisonville
    4.7
  • Matthew
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Definitely the best Italian restaurant in Covington, LA and all of the N. Shore. This is our go to restaurant for when we have special occasions to celebrate. The food is excellent. The cooking fondly reminds me of my original home, the North End of Boston (Little Italy 🇮🇹). Service is always superb. Staff are super welcoming. Good vibes all around. Would highly recommend to all y’all. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
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    Marcello's - CovingtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Covington
    4.9
  • Joanna
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 22, 2024
    I took my British father here who is staying with me for the holidays. He loved it so much he ordered a dish to go 😂 he said it was “quite authentic”. Elle was our server and she was professional, polite, and well spoken. She was so skilled and kind even though we were there right before they closed. I felt bad about getting there late with traffic, but she never rushed us and was patient with our questions. Was so delightful, I can’t wait to go again with friends.
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    The English Tea Room & EateryPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Covington
    4.7
  • LouiseM
    Baton Rouge / Lafayette •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 4, 2024
    This restaurant is amazing I was in town for a family gathering and my cousin lives in the neighborhood and took us to dinner on Friday night we had cocktails and the best hummus any of us have had. We dined on three (cauliflower, chicken and mushrooms). We enjoyed it so much we came back two nights later. Mark and Stephanie took excellent care of us. They were very nice and accommodating.
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    TaviPrice: Moderate• Israeli• Covington
    4.8

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