Best Casual Restaurants in Covington

60 restaurants available nearby

1. Opal Rooftop

4.7

Exceptional(368)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cincinnati

Booked 7 times today

Forged from the fires of Covington, Ky. Opal is a casual, chef-driven, fine-dining restaurant that offers wood-fired grilled foods, craft cocktails, and a curated wine menu using locally focused products. The menu, developed by the company's culinary director, Chef Eric Polhamus, features Contemporary American dishes. Opal is the third restaurant installment in the portfolio of Bill and Morgan Whitlow. Opals are known to be the stone that represents justice, harmony, protection, love and passion. Just like the gemstone, Opal Rooftop Restaurant & Bar is different from every angle you approach it from. Patrons will enjoy a 360-degree backdrop of downtown Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky or dine indoors as the flames from the unique Grillworks grill reflect off of the bar. For more information and a glimpse of the menu, follow us on Facebook or visit opalrooftop.com. All tables are booked with a two hour window. If you would like more time please leave us a note to accommodate!

2. Rich's Proper

4.6

Exceptional(115)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Covington

Booked 1 time today

Laid back atmosphere, Top 100 Bourbon Bar in the Country, High-End Cocktails at a reasonable price, Nice patio, Scratch Kitchen with Daily Specials, Happy Hour from 3pm-5pm Monday-Friday, In a very walkable neighborhood

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3. Braxton Brewing Co - IGLOOBAR

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4.9

Exceptional(124)

Price: Moderate

• American • Covington

Booked 7 times today

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE 21 & UP ONLY. Outside food/beverage & dogs are also not permitted.Braxton - IGLOOS can be reserved through OpenTable's Experiences. Seating Schedule:- Wednesday & Thursday: 4pm / 7pm- Friday: 3pm / 6pm / 9pm- Saturday: 12pm / 3pm / 6pm / 9pm- Sunday: 12pm / 3pm / 6pmWelcome to IglooBar- your private oasis in the cold winter months. Each igloo features seating for up to 8, a dedicated Bluetooth speaker upon request, & cozy decor. During your 2-hour time slot, you can enjoy food from Dewey's Pizza and an array of drink options, including beer, cocktails, & spiked hot beverages. To reserve, select your preferred date and time. We ask for a $35 reservation fee that is paid upon booking. Reservations may be modified up to 2 days before the scheduled date, but please know the fee will not be refunded after that time. Our igloos are heated, but we encourage guests to dress for the weather. Food is delivered to igloos and drinks are ordered through bar staff.

4. Sotto

4.9

Exceptional(7865)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 90 times today

It is a concept of casual intimacy and communal romance. Sotto is the art of simplicity, a steward of restraint. It’s undressed, gutsy and human. It is fire, meat, wheat, and laughter. Above all, Sotto is Italian.*Starting September 9, 2024, Sotto will open for Lunch service Monday - Friday, 11am - 2pm. Reservations are now open.*

5. Pepp & Dolores

4.9

Exceptional(4013)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Over the Rhine

Booked 55 times today

INSPIRED BY THE SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HOSPITALITY EXPERIENCED AT SUNDAY SUPPER IN THE HOME OF OUR GRANDPARENTS, PEPP & DOLORES IS A CASUAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT THAT PAYS HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND TO THE FOOD THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER. FEATURING HOUSEMADE PASTAS, CAREFULLY CURATED WINES, AND A BALANCE OF CHERISHED FAMILY RECIPES WITH FRESH, VIBRANT FLAVORS THAT MAKE US FEEL: THIS IS HOME.

6. BOCA

4.9

Exceptional(5956)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Central Business District

Booked 23 times today

Boca is Chef David Falk's ode to Europe. It is a one of a kind dining experience marrying world-class, chef driven cuisine with gracious service. Boca's design couples contemporary European and American stylings with touches of rusticity in an airy urban space. The elegant and inviting surroundings welcome guests for an afternoon cocktail, a small bite before a great show at nearby theaters, a casual dinner with friends, or a luxurious night out.

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7. Moerlein Lager House

4.6

Exceptional(6275)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Cincinnati

Booked 41 times today

Experience Cincinnati's Brewing Legacy at Moerlein Lager House!Located in the heart of Smale Riverfront Park, our world-class restaurant and brewery immerses you in Cincinnati's rich brewing heritage. As a working microbrewery, we craft a full range of Moerlein brews, perfectly complemented by delectable dishes reminiscent of 19th-century beer gardens.Discover Unforgettable Events: Host your banquet or large party at Moerlein Lager House. Enjoy private dining options with stunning river views, diverse menu options, and outdoor event spaces, all tailored to accommodate gatherings of any size or kind. Make your reservation today!

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8. Rosie's Italian Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(965)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Business District

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Rosie's Italian!Bringing traditional East Coast Italian to Cincinnati!Specializing in house made pasta, hand-tossed pizza, as well as craft spritzes and cocktails, Rosie's Italian offers a slice of traditional, family-oriented Italian cooking with elevated care and attentiveness. We offer reservations for both our standard seating and bar counter, both options are available through our OpenTable page.

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9. Bouquet Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2961)

Price: Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 3 times today

Bouquet Restaurant is an upscale farm-to-table bistro that embraces local and sustainable farming as a cornerstone of our mission and utilizes the best products from over fifty farmers and purveyors. We specialize in made to order seasonal menu items and can accommodate most allergies and dietary restrictions.We offer seating on both the first and second floor. Please let us know if guests have any mobility restrictions, as our second floor is only accessible by a flight of stairs. Patio and bar seating is first come first serve only.

10. Shires' Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(1634)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Cincinnati

Booked 7 times today

Standing high above the city on the 10th floor of the City Club Apartments, at 309 Vine Street; resurrected from the history that has stood here before our time, Shires' Rooftop is inspired by the first amusement resort in this part of the country, Shires' Garden. Though the original Shires' Gardens burned to the ground, "in a most picturesque fire," the legacy that was left behind is everlasting and an integral part of the Queen City's history. The creation of the Matinee Performance, the regal guests Shires' hosted, an unsolved murder and other noteworthy events that took place at the original Shires' Gardens, are an inspiration to our program that we look forward to sharing with you.

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John
Cincinnati / Dayton •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was very good. We liked all of the dishes we ordered. The honey hazel nut goat cheese grilled bread and prosciutto arugula salad were great starters. All of the pasta is done well. I had the chicken thigh special for second course and it was fantastic. We each ordered dessert but they were huge. They tasted great but we had to bring some home.
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SottoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Central Business District
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4.9
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Jennifer
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, beautiful ambiance. The dirty martini was the best martini I’ve had in NKY. It was cold so the rooftop wasn’t open but they let you outside to look and take in the fantastical view.
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Opal RooftopPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cincinnati
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4.7
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William
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The pasta is homemade which was delicious. Food prices are very reasonable. We will return.
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Pepp & DoloresPrice: Moderate• Italian• Over the Rhine
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4.9
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Susy and Tim
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our group of 16 really enjoyed the two Igloo's we rented recently. Plenty of room for 8 in each one and the drink and food options were perfect. We will definitely be back! Susy Hisch, Savannah Happel and family
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Braxton Brewing Co - IGLOOBARPrice: Moderate• American• Covington
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4.9
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Tomvip
Houston •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great place! Food was superb. Try the Corn Fritters! Burger was outstanding and fries some of the best around. Thursday Burger special included Braxton Brewing’s Bavarian Lager - also excellent. Staff is very friendly.
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Rich's ProperPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Covington
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4.6

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60 restaurants available nearby

1. Opal Rooftop

2. Rich's Proper

3. Braxton Brewing Co - IGLOOBAR

4. Sotto

5. Pepp & Dolores

6. BOCA

7. Moerlein Lager House

8. Rosie's Italian Kitchen

9. Bouquet Restaurant

10. Shires' Rooftop

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