I have wanted to try this place since it opened. I do not know what took me so long... I even live…read morein the Neighbourhood! I love the ambience. The food is divine! The music was just right. It was nice, soft music, not loud and overpowering. Could still have a conversation . The waitstaff- very attentive - definitely going back!! Perfect Saturday lunch~ did not have a cocktail, but the food is top notch. We also got the heirloom tomato appetizer and I was so excited to get it that I forgot to take a picture ~ so delicious.

Wow this place has it all! It has the location and beachy like atmosphere with great views of the…read morelake! It has incredible service, sort of fancy like. And it had great food and drinks! Bravo! We came here just for apps and drinks as we hopping from place to place on the Northshore. We did not have a reservation and we were there early enough that it was not crowded just yet, there was no one sitting outside where it overlooks the lake, but it was a bit hot so we sat at the bar. The bartender greeted us with a friendly smile. We ordered the flatbread app and martini espresso. The flatbread was not an ordinary flatbread dish, like I was expecting. The flavors all magically came together and this dish was really elevated. There was a BBQ sauce that was not your typical BBQ sauce, it was light, had a sweetness to it, and barely a drizzle on the fresh ingredients. The jalapeno lime crema also marinated the flavors of the pork and Tasso together, making each bite so satisfying. Even the bread was not tough or chewy; it had a nice soft texture and perfect way to serve all those ingredients together. This place was one of our favorites for our stay on the Northshore. Everything here as top notch and great!

How fantastic is this gem. We need one of these on the Southshore! Who wouldn't want a place that…read morehas great coffee, alcoholic coffee, and yummy desserts?! We were only staying the weekend in the Northshore and we visited here twice. They have really great coffee, I remember reading it was Mojo coffee from New Orleans (so maybe we do have a Tandem in NOLA afterall). But this place does more than Mojo with regards to those martini espressos! Oh! so good! So, I had ordered one and it was top notch. The place is fun too, they have all kinds of board games and plenty of seating. It is a large quaint house-like establishment and has some outdoor seats as well. The place was really clean and the staff were all accommodating and friendly. One was so sorry they had just run out of the Dubai flavoring for the coffee, but it was ok. They have quite a few flavors to choose from. They also serve a full breakfast here. The customers range from all ages and from families to singles. This little gem is doing everything right!

Good service, great coffee, and an excellent vibe. Tandem Coffee is an easy favorite.read more

Noir Bistrot is such a charming hidden gem! From the moment you walk in, the decor feels…read morethoughtfully curated--elegant, cozy, and just the right amount of whimsical. The servers were dressed to the nines, which really added to the classy, vintage-inspired vibe of the place. We mostly came for drinks this time, and let me just say: the espresso martini and lemon drop menus are chef's kiss. Every cocktail we tried was well-balanced, flavorful, and beautifully presented. While we didn't dive deep into the food menu this visit, we did try the truffle fries--and they were a standout. Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and served with two delicious dipping sauces that complemented them so well. I'll definitely be back soon for a fuller experience--there's so much more to sip and sample. Looking forward to returning with an appetite!

Fun new spot in Mandeville. Drinks and light fare/tapas. Very interesting interior decor!read more

Super cool vibes and the location couldn't be better. My first time here and I will be back.read more

Four of us stopped here for a drink and to hang out by the lake and kill time before a dinner…read morereservation. There is a fair amount of street parking. There is seating on the first level and second level. The bar is on the second level. We enjoyed haning out here and there is a very good selection of beer. It is also dog friendly as there were several dogs there as well. It is also right across the street from the lake so you can look on the lake while hanging out there.

We love the atmosphere here, especially sitting outside on a beautiful day. We had a great…read moreexperience at the bar downstairs with great, affordable drinks, but we were unable to order food so we decided to go upstairs to grab a bite to eat. We sat outside because it was a gorgeous day and decided to we wanted to try the charbroiled oysters. We ordered a full dozen to spilt between 2 of us. When we received the oysters it was nice that they split the oysters on 2 separate plates for us. The oysters were super tiny. They may have been a little overcooked which could have caused them to shrink, regardless, they should have either mentioned that the oysters are running small or not charge full price ($26). They tasted "ok", we've had better. We expect much more from a "Gallagher" restaurant. We will be back since we love the atmosphere and drinks, but we won't be getting the oysters!

We stopped here for lunch on our road trip last week. Mackenzie was our server, and she was very…read moreefficient and friendly. We had very good food with catfish, wedge salad, shrimp and corn bisque, gumbo, Caesar salad with shrimp, and several good cocktails. Our son had the gumbo which he said was good but not as good as the best he has had. Our shrimp and corn bisque was absolutely delicious. I would love to have that again. We were in the dining room, which was a very lovely room with nice windows looking out to the lake. The outside dining upstairs has a better view of the lake, but it was still very nice. We wanted to stay in the air-conditioning. This is a good place to frequent if you live close.

Meatballs and More! The food and service is friendly and quick, the management, chef and bartenders…read moremade my experience personal and fun! Nuvolari's is an all-around good place to grab dinner with family or friends. Definitely worth checking out for dinner and drinks!

This was my third visit, and unfortunately, my third disappointment. I genuinely want to like this…read morerestaurant its location and ambiance are great, but that's not enough to justify a "fine dining" experience. We were seated at a table with a dirty linen and had to help replace it. After that, we waited about 20 minutes without any acknowledgment from a server. Throughout the evening, we repeatedly had to flag someone down just to order, request bread, and get refills. The hostesses were the only consistently attentive part of the experience. The food was mediocre at best. The meatballs were bland, the eggplant was decent but the shrimp had an off aftertaste, and the Caesar salad was average. The redfish entrée was the most concerning STRONG fishy smell and taste, and appeared improperly cleaned. It took over 1.5 hours just to receive it. Service recovery was minimal by the "manager" Our concerns were brushed off, and while the dish was removed from the bill, there was no real effort to address the experience. At this price point, both the food and service should meet a much higher standard. It feels like this restaurant is relying on its location and atmosphere rather than delivering a quality dining experience. Sad!

The management is the reason for 3 stars instead of 5. We got to the bar at 5:00. We ordered the…read more2nd most expensive bottle of wine and ordered 3 happy hour apps. After 15 minutes we get the wine. Again, it's maybe 2 tables of people. We get our 3rd appetizer over 60 minutes later. We ordered another bottle of wine, the most expensive, along with 3 more appetizers. The appetizers came out a little quicker. It took us 30 minutes for the check and to get the card back. It's a Friday, there is a cover band and it got pretty crowded. My problem is, there were 2 people serving and one of the servers, our server, is now bartending! There were 2 other people when we got there, who I assumed were the owners. 2 people can not handle a Friday night crowd on their own. Service was sloooooow. Atmosphere and food were very good. I actually felt bad for the servers. Shame on the management!

The sliders were delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing. The live band was Awesome…read more Great place to chill out in!

Always leaving happy. Staff and service are awesome. Now when it comes to food, gotta love the…read moresliders and the steak sandwich (get the king cake pudding if it's out)

We paid a first visit today to Bistro Byronz in Mandeville and enjoyed ourselves. The Bistro has a…read moresvelte, contemporary, somewhat upscale persona, and features excellent service and amenities. There is a full bar and specialty cocktails are available. There was a big crowd on this Friday lunch hour and the surroundings were noisy and bustling, but all proceeded without a hitch. I'm watching my calories at present, so I had the Chicken Paillard served with greens in vinaigrette and braised vegetables. It was excellent; succulent, tasty, and generously portioned. Our party of five had a variety of entrees, including fish tacos, southwestern salad, and chicken Caesar sandwich. All were enjoyed. Our little one had the fried shrimp off the kid's menu and thought it was very good. Bistro Byronz was a very good experience. We will return.

This place sets a nice elegance while having and earthy South American vibe. Great flavor in every…read morebit of the food but not over done. Each element adding to the dishes. We asked for the sweet plantains (a side) as an appetizer and enjoyed this choice. Then a mahi mahi based octopus ceviche and a parmesan encrusted chicken over one of the better pestos I've tasted, and the green pasta was cooked al dente not overcooked like the majority of restaurants. I apologize for the absence of food pics though leaving a review was an afterthought but felt a necessity after the quality of the food.

We spent my daughter's birthday here tonight, and it was such a lovely experience. Everything that…read morewe ordered was exceptional. The cocktails are great. We have been here several other times in the last year or two, but tonight it seemed like they have taken it to a new level. We went for the specials, so if you have a chance to do the tuna ceviche or the squid ink rice, please go for it. Amazing. My husband had the short rib and it was lovely as well. We had several desserts, but the Tres Leche was our favorite. A wonderful night and worthy of the price.

This is exactly the kind of bar my wife and I have been looking for since we moved here from…read moreSouthern California a couple years ago. My wife and I decided to grab lunch in historic Mandeville today, and rolled by this bar on our way home so we decided to stop in for a quick drink. And we're glad we did. Let me start off by saying that California has a "dive bar" culture. Despite what most people see on TV about the glamorous night life in Los Angeles, that's not 99% of SoCal. And to be perfectly honest, I think it's kind of funny how bougie the north shore pretends to be. Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of nice and seemingly upscale establishments to visit around here so I'm not trying to offend anyone. But sometimes you just want to grab a drink in a place that's not full of pretentious people who are trying too hard. We all live in a glorified swamp, people. Accept it. Very simply: a good pour, good music, friendly patrons, and good service. That's really all that matters. And the best part is that this place doesn't have the weird hours that a lot of the places around here do. Seriously, who's closed on Mondays and Tuesdays? Do better, North Shore. Jokes aside, this is a cool, chill little bar in a great part of town.

Low prices, great happy hour and the best staff [bartenders around]…read more The Staff wants to know your name and invite you back. Great place to come hang out! Put a "Dollar on the wall"