Best Restaurants for Foodies in Covington

14 restaurants available nearby

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1. Bouquet Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2962)

Price: Expensive

• American • Covington

Booked 7 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.

2. The Aperture

4.5

Awesome(124)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Cincinnati

Booked 14 times today

The Aperture, the first full-scale restaurant project from Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown. The menu reflects the concept of Mediterranean mezze style dining, consisting of many small plates, rustic in nature and reflective of seasonality and creates a natural progression and flow for the dining experience. The Aperture’s menu reflects three fundamental tenets: intention, balance, and focus. The menu - and its individual dishes - are approached with the objective of putting critical thought into every component, eliminating the extraneous, and ensuring a natural flow across the menu. The culinary program is heavily influenced by the cuisine of the broader Mediterranean region and the simple, seasonal cooking of Southern France, Italy, Greece, and the Levant.Our menu changes often and with the seasons. You can always find our current menu on our website www.theaperturecinci.com.

3. Nada - Cincinnati

4.6

Exceptional(6089)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Central Business District

Booked 44 times today

Energy, creativity, and the desire for a really great taco inspired the Nada concept. Downtown Cincinnati needed a place to go, revive, and relax after the busy pace of the metropolitan work scene. Since 2007, Nada has been delighting guests with craveable twists on the classics and border-blurring dishes inspired by food from around the globe. Nada has expanded to Columbus, Indianapolis, Nashville, and their first east coast installment in North Bethesda, MD. Each location is integrated into the local community and focuses on delivering an approachable, casual Mexican experience in a beautiful space. Snag guacamole and salsa to share, and dig in to punched-up tacos, Nada is all about great food and good times with amigos.

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4. Colette Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• French • Over the Rhine

Booked 36 times today

Colette is a ‘Mostly French’ restaurant by the award-winning Chef Danny Combs. Located across the street from Washington Park and Music Hall, Colette is a playful take on French cuisine. From Paris to Montreal to Morocco, Colette draws a line from France to its many constellations. Their cuisine is rooted in classic technique, enlivened by a global perspective, and executed by an award-winning team.

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5. Taste of Belgium at The Banks

4.4

Awesome(314)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cincinnati

Booked 3 times today

Taste of Belgium is a modern Belgian brasserie that fuses Belgian and American cuisines with locally sourced ingredients for both brunch and dinner. Taste of Belgium offers a carefully curated beer list featuring an unequaled selection of Belgian brews and craft cocktails to enhance every meal. In 2023, Jean-François Flechet, our founder, was honored with a knighthood by the prestigious Knighthood of the Brewer's Paddle, recognizing his dedication to Belgian brewing traditions. Our journey began in 2007 at Cincinnati's historic Findlay Market, where Jean-François introduced a traditional Liège-style waffle recipe and a 120-pound cast-iron waffle maker from Belgium. Since then, Taste of Belgium has expanded to seven full-service neighborhood brasseries across Cincinnati and Dayton, Ohio. Discover more about our Belgian-inspired dining experience at www.tasteofbelgium.com.

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6. The Butcher and Barrel

4.6

Exceptional(1482)

Price: Moderate

• Argentinean • Cincinnati

Booked 21 times today

The Butcher and Barrel is a foodie's paradise with its unique blend of Latin American and Italian-inspired Argentinean cuisine. The restaurant prides itself on using fresh, local, and imported ingredients to create dishes that are described as 'spectacular', 'outstanding', and 'excellent' by customers. Reviews emphasize the 'unique atmosphere', 'great service', and 'gourmet-style' food, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers in Cincinnati.

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7. Metropole @ 21c Museum Hotel

4.5

Awesome(2841)

Price: Moderate

• American • Central Business District

Booked 21 times today

The culinary team at Metropole brings a menu that focuses on the joy of nourishing food with a contemporary take on old-world techniques. Metropole highlights a diverse offering that utilizes global techniques mixed with the culinary traditions found throughout the Ohio Valley. Metropole’s ever-changing menu showcases the area’s sustainable farmers and producers while paying homage to the full potential of often undervalued ingredients. The bar and lounge are inviting places to explore the rotating selection of craft beers on tap, house-made cocktails, Bourbons and a smart selection of old and new world wines.

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8. Taste of Belgium - OTR

4.3

Awesome(755)

Price: Moderate

• American • Over the Rhine

Booked 6 times today

9. Le Bar A Boeuf

4.6

Exceptional(1179)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Cincinnati

Booked 6 times today

Le Bar a Boeuf is a Jean-Robert bistro located in the Edgecliff Building in Cincinnati’s East Walnut Hills. Featuring French classics, Jean-Robert favorites and daily specials, we pride ourselves in using the freshest, most local ingredients - always staying true to the seasons. Join us for Steak Frites, Bacon Wrapped Salmon or come by on Tuesday for family-style Coq au Vin night. Jean-Robert and Annette's passion has always been the Bistro and their lifestyle, attitude, and dedication to the community embody what we now call the "Bistro Way of Life". We hope you join us in celebrating the true “Joie de Vivre”, bistro style. Thank you for your continued support. Bon Appétit

10. Alara

4.6

Exceptional(296)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakley

Booked 20 times today

A contemporary American restaurant located at Madison Square in Madisonville. Alara invites you to an immersive dining experience that encourages exploring, sharing, and tasting your way through innovative dishes that are expertly prepared and exquisitely presented. Featuring a seasonal menu emphasizing prime meats and seafood, the culinary team utilizes luxury ingredients to create fun and approachable dishes for every diner. With an open kitchen that fosters a social atmosphere, Alara strips away the conventional formalities of fine dining while focusing on high-quality food and next-level hospitality in a lively yet elegant setting.

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lindsayvip
Cincinnati / Dayton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had amazing customer service from the waiter and the manager. There was a small issue with an entree and the staff went above what would be expected to resolve the concern. We will be back soon! Always a great experience.
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Nada - CincinnatiPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Central Business District
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4.6
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Daniel
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Aperture is a fantastic dining experience! My friend is a pescatarian, and the staff had a special menu ready, complete with thoughtful notes to accommodate their preferences. We trusted our server’s recommendations, selecting five different plates tailored to what we were in the mood for, and every dish was spot on. The food came out in perfect cadence, allowing us to enjoy each plate without feeling rushed or waiting too long. The service was attentive but not intrusive—just the right balance. It’s clear that the team here cares about creating an exceptional experience. I’d absolutely come back again!
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The AperturePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Cincinnati
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4.5
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Alanvip
Cincinnati / Dayton •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
An amazing and wonderful experience for my entire family as we celebrated together for a first time in awhile. Our server was outstanding and was patient with our large group of 8 who had varying tastes (and allergies to accommodate.) She spent time going over the entire menu and made perfect recommendations in amounts to order and in highlighting shareable items too. The food arrived in a perfect flow and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Collette. 5 stars indeed!
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Colette RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French• Over the Rhine
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4.9
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Lauri
Cincinnati / Dayton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always delicious, relaxing, accommodating with great service. Never disappointed. Menu is creative and seasonal. Love the pick three option and we always do that to get a broader sampling of the chefs creations. Last night we got into a real traffic mess and were quite late and they were so gracious when we finally showed up!
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Bouquet RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Covington
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4.9
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RicoNKevinvip
St. Louis •80 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 20, 2024
David was wonderful and the omelette and waffle was delicious !
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Taste of Belgium at The BanksPrice: Moderate• American• Cincinnati
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4.4

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Bouquet Restaurant

2. The Aperture

3. Nada - Cincinnati

4. Colette Restaurant

5. Taste of Belgium at The Banks

6. The Butcher and Barrel

7. Metropole @ 21c Museum Hotel

8. Taste of Belgium - OTR

9. Le Bar A Boeuf

10. Alara

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