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A photo of Pat Gallagher's 527 Restaurant & Bar restaurant
1. Pat Gallagher's 527 Restaurant & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(1926)
Price: Expensive
• American • Mandeville
Booked 31 times today
Welcome to Pat Gallagher’s 527 – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing. **Please note a 3.5% processing fee is applied to all card payments**
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2. Nuvolari's
4.6
Exceptional(1298)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mandeville
Booked 6 times today
Nuvolari’s is a warm and inviting Italian restaurant, nestled on the Northshore of New Orleans in Old Mandeville. For over 40 years, loyal customers have enjoyed Italian food, friendship and celebrations around our tables. Nuvolari’s menu features traditional Italian fare alongside creative fresh dishes. Dining options include intimate indoor seating with a relaxed exterior patio. We offer Happy Hour in the bar and patio Thursday from 4:00-6:00. We also serve Lunch on Friday from 11:00-2:00. Our wine list is appreciated by both connoisseurs and newcomers, with a diverse selection by the glass and bottle.Open Table consistently recognizes Nuvolari’s with Most Romantic and Neighborhood Gem awards. Nuvolari’s– an unhurried culinary experience, just two blocks from Lake Ponchartrain. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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3. Desi Vega's Steakhouse - Mandeville
4.8
Exceptional(51)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Covington
Booked 8 times today
Desi Vega's Steakhouse Mandeville has proudly joined our Northshore family! Our attention to detail and commitment to excellence makes for a truly memorable dining experience. Desi Vega’s Steaks are carefully selected and aged for tenderness then seared to perfection at 1800º in our Montague broiler. Our steaks are seasoned with a little salt and pepper because a steak like this needs nothing else. Topped with melted butter and served on a sizzling plate. The only 100% USDA Prime Steakhouse in all of Northshore!
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4. Tchefuncte's
4.7
Exceptional(1560)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Madisonville
Booked 12 times today
Step through our doors and transport to another world, where anticipation challenges every course, and riverfront views create memories from everything. The chefs at Tchefuncte’s uncover nuanced flavor within Louisiana’s storied history, exploring each culinary chapter with dishes such as Redfish Meuniere or the coveted A5 Wagyu Striploin, bookended by our whimsical and elegant desserts.Indulge in the finest food, drink, and entertainment on the Northshore.Our events calendar caters to all tastes and preferences, with exclusive wine tastings and bespoke culinary experiences crafted by our renowned chefs and expert mixologists. We’re committed to providing an unforgettable dining experience that captivates our guests, constantly evolving and adding new events to ensure the utmost refinement and sophistication. Come experience the exceptional elegance that makes us a premier destination for fine dining.
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5. Gallagher's Grill
4.8
Exceptional(1583)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covington
Booked 16 times today
Welcome to Gallagher’s Grill – Your Local Steakhouse! Try our award winning entrees featuring sizzling steaks, ribeyes, pork chops, and the best seafood Louisiana has to offer. Whether you prefer a fine wine or a fresh new cocktail, our team is always ready to help you find your perfect pairing. Gallagher's Grill, located at 509 S Tyler St in Covington, La. Rated Four Stars by Tom Fitzmorris, "Mr Food". Serving USDA Prime and choice steaks, quail, lamb and the largest selection of fresh fish on the Northshore! Open for lunch Tuesday thru Friday and Dinner Tuesday thru Saturday.
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6. Dakota Restaurant - Covington
4.8
Exceptional(1257)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Covington
Booked 20 times today
Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients. The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe. In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.
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7. Desi Vega Steakhouse Covington
4.8
Exceptional(1024)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covington
Booked 10 times today
Desi Vega's Steakhouse in Covington is a special occasion hotspot. It's praised for its excellent food, top-tier service, and unique ambiance. As one reviewer put it, 'This is the goto place for a special meal. They know how to make your evening enjoyable!' Another noted it as 'the go-to place for a special meal' and a place that 'never disappoints'. It's clear that Desi Vega's is the place to go for a memorable dining experience.
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8. Bon Sake Sushi & Bar
4.9
Exceptional(111)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Covington
Booked 10 times today
BON SAKE sushi & barSushi RestaurantHours: Mon-Thurs 11:00am-9:00pm • Fri & Sat 11:00am-10:30pm We look forward to serving you.
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9. The Gloriette
4.7
Exceptional(540)
Price: Very Expensive
• French American • Covington
Booked 14 times today
A restaurant at the Southern Hotel. Led by Chef Alex Harrell, our menu features locally inspired cuisine.
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10. Marcello's - Covington
4.8
Exceptional(258)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Covington
Booked 9 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
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