Have been here a few times this summer and I love this place! You can look out over lake minnetonka from the bar. Food has generally great from everything Iv'e tried. Its little expensive but the atmosphere makes up for it. I have only been to the bar, but service there has been phenomenal, quick and extremely friendly. There are some quirks i love, the train track is right outside, they ring a bell every time one goes by. read more

The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, with stunning lake views, inviting indoor and outdoor seating, tasteful décor, and floral accents throughout. The ambiance is bright, lively, and energetic without feeling overwhelming. From the moment we arrived, the staff was welcoming and attentive. We were seated promptly, and our server was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable when offering menu recommendations. Throughout the meal, service remained efficient and attentive despite the restaurant being quite busy. We started with the lobster guacamole, which was outstanding and packed with flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the lobster roll, and it did not disappoint. The lobster was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, while the toasted roll complemented it perfectly. It's easily one of the better lobster rolls I've had and was a highlight of the meal. Other dishes at our table included wings, flatbread, and the cauliflower dip, all of which were excellent. Portions were generous across the board, especially the apple crisp, which was large enough to share and a great way to finish the meal. What truly sets this place apart is the atmosphere. The restaurant buzzes with activity, creating a vibrant setting where friends and families can gather, socialize, and unwind. Between the lake views, beautiful décor, and lively crowd, it has an energy that makes you want to linger and enjoy the experience. The pricing felt reasonable for the quality of the food, service, and overall setting. With delicious food, attentive service, and one of the most inviting atmospheres around, this is a place I would gladly return to and highly recommend for lunch, dinner, or special occasions. read more

Stopped to grab a snack since it's convenient to a dock for our boat. The hostess was very welcoming and the restaurant is lovely with ample outside seating with lake views, inside tables and bar seating which gives you the best of both on a hot day. The server brought waters, took our order and then the check when we asked. Didn't see him in between and he wasn't busy. He seemed to enjoy talking to other staff more than his tables and as a past server, that annoyed me, especially since we would have ordered another round of drinks. The flatbread was really flavorful. The sushi was underwhelming especially for the price. My Hugo spritz was delicious. I wouldn't go back on purpose but might if we're on the lake again. read more

Went for a lunch service a few weeks ago, the ambiance is bright, busy, and beautiful. Overlooks the lake. The service was good, very attentive. It typically is thereX I shared the lobster guac, which was delicious. My lobster roll was only okay, not as flavorful as I'd hoped and the roll was also soaked in butter, which I didn't love. It was still good, just not as good as I'd hoped for. Overall another great experience at Cōv, and looking forward to their beautiful patio to open in the spring! read more

CōV in Wayzata delivers a refined take on chicken piccata. The chicken was tender with a light golden sear, while the lemon-butter sauce balanced richness with bright citrus and just enough briny capers. The angel hair was cooked perfectly and soaked up every bit of the sauce. Fresh herbs finished the dish beautifully. A great choice if you're looking for a lighter, elegant pasta in a relaxed lakeside setting. read more

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I've eaten here multiple times, mostly for lunch and was disappointed the last time I went, the wings were lukewarm, the sandwich was somewhat dry, I had to ask for additional mayo to make it edible. Staff seemed busy visiting among themselves but I did get everything for which I asked the waiter. Frankly, there are now better places for a relaxing lunch. read more

We went to COV Wayzata for Sunday brunch and really enjoyed our experience. The complimentary caramel roll was absolutely delicious to start with, and we also tried the crab cake (fantastic!) and the truffle fries. The ambiance was wonderful as always--the décor at COV is one of my favorites and creates such a great atmosphere. The only downside this time was that service felt a bit on the slower side. That said, we still love COV--it's consistently a great spot and one we'll definitely be back to! read more

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My son and daughter in law treated us to Happy Hour at the COV on O2/21/26. We are visiting from Oklahoma and because they frequent this establishment, they wanted to share with us their favorite date night hang out. What a bustling, thriving and lively eating establishment. The atmosphere is electric with people eating, fellowshipping and unwinding from a busy week. It was a buzz of activity, and people were truly enjoying socializing over excellent food and service. The moment you walk in the door you are greeted by friendly host and hostess. We were seated immediately upon arrival and our waitress was very polite, cordial and professional. She was very helpful when asked about food recommendations. The decor and seating were very inviting and tasteful. The place has a great vibe. We had chicken wings, flat bread, guacamole, cauliflower dip, and the Apple Crisp. The crisp was huge. The cost of the meal and drinks were reasonable making for an all around great experience. I highly recommend this establishment for year round gathering of friends and family. read more

Extremely overpriced for what passes as elitist dog food. Which would make sense, Kristi Noem eats here. I'm sure she's their supplier. Not only are the food and drinks terrible, the waiters and bartending staff clearly have a high turnaround as nobody seems to know what's going on at any point. I think I waited 30 minutes for a gin and tonic? Groundbreaking. The decor is also obscenely tacky, think "rich person with no taste gets a fourth house on the beach". Just embarrassing really. read more

Came here for happy hour on a Friday night. It's a hopping place for happy hour! Enjoyed martinis and a few apps. Had crab cakes and fish tacos and were very tasty. Tacos a little Cold but still ok. Also had the calamari strips. Really liked them as they were straight from the kitchen. It's busy in Wayzata on a Friday night so may have to look for parking spot. Happy hour is reasonably priced and a vibe here is fun! read more

Upscale dining with very pleasant ambiance, excellent food, and unbeatable view of Lake Minnetonka. We had a pleasing lunch at CoV recently. I got the Wayzata Roll and the clam chowder. Both are fantastic. I mean a LOT of flavor, no skimping. And the roll was HUGE with meaty fresh chunks of seafood. My son got the fried walleye which was delicious with a side of their perfect fries (seriously the fries are rave-worthy.) Great cocktails too. My husband got the Pineapple Cov and it was fresh and delightful. Very well rounded list of N/A beverages including the "Purify Yourself Minnetonka" Margarita" ( love it!). The prices listed on the menu might feel a little hefty but you actually get a good portion size and top quality with the menu items. I don't live around here, but back home you'd throw down a car payment for four people to get a meal like this (and honestly the cost would make you question the quality). Not at CoV, you get what you pay for in innovation, food quality, friendly service, and lovely ambiance. I definitely recommend! read more

I came here on a rainy day with a friend and the view was incredible, even with the gloom! Would love to come back on a clear day. We ordered the halibut ceviche which was super refreshing. I had the walleye fish and chips - the battered was really well fried and thin, the fries were average, but I loved the tartar sauce. My friend had the Cobb salad with grilled chicken - she enjoyed it but it had a bit too much dressing. Service was good and prices are HIGH, you're definitely paying for the view. read more

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I went to COV to celebrate my 21st birthday, and while the evening had some nice moments, overall it didn't quite live up to expectations. The service was just okay--not rude or anything, but not particularly warm or attentive either. It felt a little rushed, and for a special occasion, I was hoping for a bit more care. One thing that was disappointing: happy hour is only available at the bar, which wasn't made super clear when we were seated. We found out too late, and that definitely affected our experience. The food itself was decent, but the portion sizes felt small for the price. Everything looked nice, but for what I paid, I expected a little more in terms of quantity and overall value. read more

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My boyfriend and I came here for lunch and had an overall amazing experience! Service was great, we came and were seated immediately with no wait. I had the grain bowl and my boyfriend had the chicken piccata which we really enjoyed! However the artichoke is what really was the star, it surpassed both of our expectations so much! I really recommend people give it a try from the appetizer list. Everything inside is decorated very well and I love that you can look out on the lake while dining. My only suggestion is for them to make the grain bowl warm rather than cold, especially for the winger it would be better in my opinion! Plenty of free parking options available and it's a great upscale restaurant to swing by for lunch or dinner. Melissa was our server and she was great as well! read more

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Cov has a great ambiance. I like the closeness to the water. The food is not memorable though. I have been many times, and I am always not excited by the food. Plus it is very $$$. I tried the burger and a sushi roll. Both were not worth the price tag as they were just average. Nothing to write home about. I appreciated that our waitress cut the burger in half for my friend and I who were splitting them! read more

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Christina M is totally fantastic. Please give her a raise! The setting was perfect. The food and drink excellent!

Absolutely beautiful! I loved every single detail about this place from start to finish. Starting with beautiful outdoor seating with lake views and florals everywhere. The indoor decor also did not disappoint with more florals and lighting. We started with the calamari - it was amazing. We also had the lobster roll and clam chowder. This was the best lobster roll I have had, including those from Maine and Montauk. So flavorful and the roll was toasted to perfection. Clam chowder was also delicious. I would say this was the best meal of our trip to Minnesota! read more

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Had a wonderful brunch here! The views of the lake are so beautiful I would highly recommend. One downside is they do not take reservations so I would get there early if you were going on a weekend read more

Great, fun spot in Wayzata for a meal any time of day. Service is always great and the food is excellent. Highly recommend!

What a lovely view. And the food is amazing despite everyone complaining it was a little more expensive. I will pay for good service. I can't find the photos but the burger and salads were awesome. And the chowder soup. We celebrated my dads birthday and the piece of cake was massive!! read more

Absolutely stunning restaurant. Upon entered the decor makes you feel you are on the water in a relaxing spa. But the restaurant is perfectly situated on the water and can see lake Wayzata perfectly. The menu was amazing and there's something for everyone! The waiter recommended the sushi and the turkey sandwich. I ended up going with the lobster roll because this place had me feeling I was on the east coast. read more

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White Lotus was so good! The quiche was also good but the crust was a bit hard. Ambiance was superb like always. read more

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Food is amazing as always. I love those sushi. Service has never ever been a problem when I have gone. This cannot be changed but the train sometimes passes by and it gets extremely loud but that is out of their control. Other than that, this place is AMAZING. I love this location. read more

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Cov is an excellent spot to hang out with friends and loved ones! While we did need to wait about 25 minutes for a table, it was worth it! The hostesses were friendly and were friendly when I asked for an update after 20 minutes. Happy Hour was delicious! Our waitress was prompt and friendly. She took our order and the evening went by smoothly. The burger was juicy. The crab cakes not overly bready or gummy texture. Very nice crab texture and flavor! The prime rib sliders were my personal favorite of the 3 sliders tried. Great bite, flavor, heat, and the pickles are stellar! The chicken wings are good. The ribs are cooked well, but a little tight in texture to my personal liking. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and had a good amount of spice! read more

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beautiful lake view, the patio is the best and the happy hour is my absolute favorite. They have delicious drinks and lots of food options, favorite is the oysters and flatbread. Love the friendly and attentive service. read more

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I had the turkey cranberry sandwich, one of my favorites. We also had the smoked salmon appitizer is always spot on and could be enjoyed as a meal. The HH chicken strips are great, ask for buffalo sauce and some bleu cheese or add them to a the wedge salad. Service is always great, very attentive and accommodating. How can you beat a patio on a summer day in MN looking at the lake and enjoying a great lunch! read more

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American / Seafood I was in the Minneapolis area and just so happened to have an old friend in the area. I mentioned I would be heading west which took my right through Wayzata so he suggested we meet at Cov for dinner. It was off season already when we met up and there were plenty of tables available. I got there first so took a look around while waiting for my buddy- there is a very large bar to the right as you walk in- good water views from the bar area. The decor is sort of "new England-ish" lots of white and wood -it gives you that summer vibe. We grabbed a booth in the main dining room and started with some fried calamari and glasses of wine. Calamari was on point. When in Rome, so the saying, do what they Romans do... so after the waitress hyped up the walleye fish & chips - I went and ordered the Walleye fish & chips. Food arrived in what I would say is the proper amount of time - and everything was definitely fresh. The Walleye was decent enough - I don't think it was the best thing I've ever had, but it was a solid meal and a good sized portion. All in all, this place seems like it is a probably a hot spot in the warmer weather, which I am sure it is. Give it a shot if in the area. read more

The Mr. currently works in MN and I was up for the weekend to visit. One of his favorite places to eat is CoV. While he usually has dinner here, we decided to try Sunday Brunch. This is a beautiful restaurant with amazing ambience. We were seated right at the edge of the patio, so had magnificent water views while we dined. There were lots of great options on the menu, but we opted for the Sweet Corn Dip, French Dip Au Jus (me) with a side of clam chowder, and the Turkey Cranberry Sandwich (the Mr.) with a side of fruit. Everything was SO good. Service was top notch and we were quite pleased to be served a complimentary Caramel Roll. So yummy. We couldn't finish it all, so our sweet waitress (Elsa?) boxed it up for us. The Mr. will be able to have it all for lunch tomorrow. Pricy yes, but so worth it! When I return for my next visit, CoV is on my return list! read more

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This was my second time dinning here and truly just as wonderful as the first! I'm not sure why the reviews are on the lower side, this place is truly a gem in Minnesota! There is free street parking or 2 parking ramps that are also free close by. The decor is here is modern and beautiful! You FEEL fancy just walking in the door. This place is first come first serve, no reservations can be made for parties less than 6. Anywhere you sit will be a great seat but the patio is by far the best with views of Lake Minnetonka! The hostess and server with both spectacular! The food: The fresh ceviche is a MUST! Very fresh and full of flavor! The mushroom gnocchi has great flavors and I recommend adding steak! Mine was cooked to a perfect medium and was delicious! We got the chocolate cake for dessert and it was FANTASTIC!! All of the desserts are on the larger side and perfect for sharing! If you haven't been, this is a great little spot! Definitely worth checking out!! read more

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This was the best waffle I've had in a long time. I'd for sure go back for just that alone! The only thing I didn't quite like was the cheesy hash browns. It was a little too cheesy for me. That doesn't dock any points, tho, as that's just a me thing. What lost a star was my step mom's food. She got the French Dip Au Jus. I took a bite to try it, and it tasted okay to me but I asked her if they are supposed to be cold (it just came out) and she said no. She also said the meat was a bit too chewy and not quite right. I was okay with the meat, but I'm sure it would have been better if warm! The free pastry (I think that's what it was: free) was VERY sweet. I could only handle one bite! A bit tough as well but it was still nice that it came to the table. Oh and we sat next to a fire place which was really nice! My back enjoyed it. read more

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Mahi tacos had no mahi. Happy hour prices aren't attractive if food if portions are meager.

Loved COV! Such a fun spot by the water, great atmosphere and view. We had the lobster fried rice and the Sandbridge and Galley specialty sushi rolls -- everything was fresh and delicious. Perfect place for good food and drinks by the lake! read more

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What a fantastic spot! Having spent a few years in Boston, the decor really brought back that New England vibe. My group settled onto the patio, which offered stunning views of the lake, and I loved the eclectic mix of music--from Frank Sinatra to Janet Jackson--filling the air. The staff was incredibly attentive, and the food was excellent. I savored a Foggy Geezer IPA alongside my sausage flatbread. My wife opted for the lobster roll, available hot or cold, and my sister tried a spicy yellowtail roll that came highly recommended. Everything was on point. read more

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Stopped in to COV for drinks at the bar, and had a nice time. The bar has TVs and also good people watching. I got the Moscow mule and it was really good! I noticed that they have a happy hour on Saturdays from 10-4. I plan to come back for happy hour with girlfriends! read more

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Sat outside on a Friday night it was so beautiful and the sunset was gorgeous on the lake. The menu items are a bit pricey. So I'd suggest going for happy hour if you're on a budget. My friend and I split a chicken flatbread which was really nice. It had roasted tomatoes, a nice zesty lemon mayo, spinach and back . And of course you can't beat the location! read more

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Consistently good food and drinks! Great Lake side patio in the summer/ fall and decorations inside during the winter for the holidays!

First of all special shout to Angeline for great service . She was awesome , friendly , helpful and knew the menu like a pro. The food came fast and cooked to perfection . Between the food, impeccable service , killer view and cool vibe I would definitely comeback again . read more

Great location, consistent quality and service, but very pricy. This place is great for work team and client dinners, and needs an advanced reservation. I prefer CoV in Southdale in Edina - it has a younger vibe. read more

Started with a Sauvignon Blanc and the lollipop Chicken Wings. Perfectly grilled with a nice BBQ tang. Super juicy wings. The main dish I had was the Scallops which had a nice sear with perfectly done interior. Finally, finished up with the Crisp and Key Lime Pie. The Pie slice could feed 5 people and the crisp at least 3. So I was satisfied and STUFFED by the end of the meal! read more

The service and ambience were really nice. Staff was really friendly, I had no problem with that. The food was absolutely subpar. I'm confused by the positive reviews of the food here because my husband and I felt the food was not worth the price and extremely bland. We ordered the walleye sandwich, and mahi tacos. The walleye sandwich and tacos were under salted and underwhelming. We could've got better tasting food at a Culvers tbh. Save your money and go somewhere else. You're basically paying for the ambience. read more