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    Buster's Place

    3.3 (172 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    BUSTER'S PLACE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Raw oysters
    Glenn M.

    We biked to Covington from Mandeville. When we stopped at the bike shop they recommended Buster's. When we got there we remembered that we were here two years ago. We really enjoyed the oysters again. Both broiled and raw oysters with a side of seafood gumbo. The best oysters I've had in a long time.

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    Donald R.

    Had a dozen raw oysters and a half dozen chargrilled. They were the best I have had. Clean and not gritty like some I had before. Love the atmosphere. Will be back when in the area!

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    Karla V.

    My family and I Stopped at Busters Place while on a Road Trip. I searched on Yelp for "Best Restaurant" in Covington, LA, and Busters came up as one of the top options. I chose Busters because, through the pictures, I could tell they had a live atmosphere. Busters is located on Boston Street; I did not notice a restaurant parking lot or immediate street parking but parked a couple of blocks away and walked to Busters Oyster Bar. It was nice to walk because this is a beautiful historic area, and it was nicely lit up with Christmas lights. Once at the restaurant, the atmosphere did not disappoint; we experienced outstanding customer service. The food was delicious and served promptly. Busters Oysters Bar cocktails were potent. For dinner, I ordered the Pontchartrain Red Fish blackened, and I was delighted. For dessert, I ordered the gourmet turtle cheesecake, and it was terrific. We had a great time. Busters Oyster Bar is great for groups. We are looking forward to coming back.

    Hazy day in LA
    Alina H.

    We were told to come here specifically for the burgers. Because we didnt move forward with that advice this time around, we are willing to give it another try. We ordered the catfish poboy, tuna steak, and sides if red beans/rice a This was one if the few places open in Downtown Covington the Sunday of LDW, so we decided to stop in for lunch. The place was full of patrons and busy. The staff was very helpful and did their best to have us served in a timely manner. I know staffing issues are rampant in town, so I understand the slower service. However, the food was mediocre at best. My tuna was incredibly dry and flavorless, with the accompanying vegetables and salad straight from the freezer and bagged salad sections of the a local grocery. My husband's catfish poboy lacked flavor, but was fried perfectly. Our sides of red beans/rice and gumbo were fine. I would like to return for the items the restaurant is known for and then rereview. My takeaways are that more variety to the menu and fresher ingredients would make a vast improvement.

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    Dirk M.

    Don't trust just anybody with the reviews! Wanted to go there. I haven't been getting out much. I'm ready now. Ambience, it's an oyster bar! Service, most excellent sad at the bar, Kaci was most excellent! Ordered & served my food, served my scotch and held conversation while she was taking care of everybody else at the bar ! Just happen to sit next to Buster, oh yeah, he doesn't just on the place. He works at as well. Let's don't forget the food I'm giving Buster's's place a five star I had oysters two dozen. That's what I went there, for. I also tasted the jambalaya the corn fritters are to die for and the softshell crab most excellent! I plan to be a regular at Buster's's place. Maybe I'll see you there :-)

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    7 days ago

    Thursday Night are amazing here great service and Oysters are wonderful you need at least 2 dozen to make a meal

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    1 month ago

    Mediocre food at best. Skip it! Unless you love seafood gumbo with zero seafood. Should be called rice and gravy.

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    11 months ago

    Inappropriately rude waitstaff. Unfortunate for us because we typically appreciate the neighborhood vibe.

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    10 months ago

    This is a good local spot with simple, yummy food! Burger and shrimp salad were great

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    1 year ago

    Great food. Great folks. I love grabbing a hot shrimp sandwich at this place. A great Covington asset.

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    1 year ago

    Oysters were perfect tonight!! Best I have had in a long time!! Shrimp poboy spot on too!!

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    2 years ago

    Very good charbbrold oysters Nice atmosphere and good service. Parking in the back.

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