Visited for the first time on Friday night on a double date. We were able to get same day reservations and were sat at a table in the bar area. The male bartender who served us was great! Very personable and knowledgeable on the menu. I ordered the Indo-Dutch fried rice which was VERY spicy. If you are a fan of spice, this dish is a great option. We took the cheesecake to go which was tasty as well. We plan to visit again soon! read more

Lisse - Indo-Dutch Fried Rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Crossed the river to try out Lisse and it did not disappoint! We definitely recommend. We were both so stuffed we had to skip dessert (which you know never happens). The wedge had a zesty, fresh dressing that was divine. We ordered steaks with garlic and herb butter with their signature Brussels sprouts and Gouda mac & cheese for sides. Excellent service in a beautiful space right off the park. Five stars! read more

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Went to Lisse for a work function on a Thursday night. It was a nice night so we were sat on the top floor, outdoor patio. There is plenty of shade with the umbrellas. It had a fabulous view of Cincinnati. We had a wonderful server, Nichole with an H. She told us the story about the owners having a farm. She was very attentive and kept our drinks refilled. Some of the guys in our party were little obnoxious and she handled it very well. I ordered the Dutch Filet. It was a 6 ounce Filet and was cooked exactly how I ordered it. I would say this is probably in the top three steaks I've ever had. It's set on a bed of Hutsput. Which is mashed potatoes, carrots, and onions all mashed together. Was very good but I added a little salt. For dessert I had the lemon sponge cake which was Holland Farms Blackberry & Lemon Mousse, Vanilla Whipped Cream, Oat Ginger Crumble. Very sweet I couldn't finish it, but it was delicious. read more

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Best steak in the Cincinnati / Covington areas - there's nothing else around even comparable. Great place for a couples night, and for a group gathering. Truly, no matter what you order from Lisse you can't possibly go wrong. read more

I kept hearing great things about Lisse. Finally went for our anniversary dinner and it lived up to, even exceeded expectations. We had impeccable service from the general manager Emily. Inside is beautiful and spacious but broken up into rooms so it feels more intimate. We opted to sit on the rooftop to enjoy the views. Every dish we had was top notch, from the apps to the mains to the desserts. Would definitely return and recommend. read more

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The first time we went here 3 years ago was great. Every time since, the steak has tasted nothing short of a rubber tire. Scorched horribly and the meat impossible to eat. Reached out to management and never received a response. Will not be returning. read more

The steak and meal was really good, but they did serve whiskey on the rocks with basically freezer bucket ice instead of a large cube to minimize dilution. Minor nit, but to be expected at this price point (and in fact, their sister restaurant did serve the correct way) read more

Lisse - Steak, fries, and monster sized asparagus - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

This place is amazing! I am not huge steak person in general but the steak here was the best I've ever had. Cooked to perfection! The sides are a great size and so tasty. Love the atmosphere and the staff were so friendly! read more

I made a reservation on Open Table for 7 pm on a Thursday to celebrate a birthday- which I noted on the reservation request. We were sat at 6:55 and that was basically the only service we had. The host sat us and there were only 2 other parties in the entire restaurant, so with us, 3 total parties. The other tables received their food and multiple drinks in the 20 mins we sat at our table with no service. Made eye contact with the wait staff- each other table had their own sever- nothing. The final straw was when a new table came in and had their drink order taken and served right away. I have no idea why this happened but it was incredibly disappointing. We were looking forward to a meal here but after the 20 mins of reading and re-reading the menu with a glass of room-temperature water, we left. For an empty weeknight, there's really no excuse... read more

We were disappointed. $72 steak was unevenly cooked and I couldn't finish due to the quality. (Never in my life has this farm boy not finished a steak). We ordered green beans that were barely cooked and tough. The waiter barely acknowledged the issue and just offered to take off our bill versus make it right. Soup course was fine. Shrimp was ok. Service not on par for the prices being charged, we didn't order for over 30 mins after arriving. Won't be back. Disappointed I took my wife here for her bday, which was communicated via OpenTable yet not acknowledged by staff. Again, go dine at the competition and you will have a much better experience. I would have taken Texas Roadhouse over this! But seriously, Tony's steakhouse, The Lonely Pine, or any Jeff Ruby steakhouse will blow your mind compared to this place, don't waste your time and $. read more

I do not like leaving negative reviews especially for a restaurant we used to really like. First the good things. The service was very good. The hostess, waitress and servers were all prompt and very polite. The wine list and the bitterballen were good as well. The issue was with the steak quality and preparation. We both ordered the $60, 12oz "New Amsterdam" (clever name, eh?) strip steak. Both arrived severely charred. Now, I am a midwest guy and nobody loves a steak more than I do and I expect a bit of char from a good grill preparation, but these things were blackened and not in a good way! I mean they were both 90% black charcoal on the outside which is way over done. This amount of char really distracts from the flavor of the steak. The char may well have been overdone in order to cover up the fact that the steaks were of really inferior quality. I brought home the second half of my steak and measured 7/8 to 1 inch of fat on the trim which is really excessive. Not only that, but the marbling was coarse and there was gristle in most every bite. Our second steak was the same. I would have expected a MUCH higher quality cut of beef from this place especially given the price which is more than the strip at the R. C. steakhouse. read more

True Score- 4.56/5 Stars This experience was honestly incredible. The food was excellent, the service was fantastic, and the facilities were great. Interestingly, this is apace where you can either spend a lot of money, or even stay under 100 and have a fantastic meal. We started the evening with the Bitterballen, and honestly, the dish was extremely disappointing. The balls were very small, and for 10 dollars, you only get 5 of them They tasted great enough, but I would strongly advise against ordering them unless they up the quantity. With that, we also each had a Kentucky Sunset, which was a great cocktail. We each ordered the ribeye, and it was so flavorful and cooked to perfection. One of the best steaks I have ever had. We ordered two sides, the hotsput and the Dutch Mac and Cheese. Both were so good, and also served in sharable portions. The hotsput was nothing like anything I have ever had (in a good way) and the Mac and cheese was very creamy but not liquid-y. We finished the night with an order of the boterkoek, which was sweet and delicious. Service was extraordinary. Our server was so personable, easy going, and timely. I believe service can make or break an experience, and frankly every restaurant should aspire to be like Lisse in this regard. I believe John F(?) was our server, and he was great! Cost was great. Many dishes are pretty cheap, however you can also go pretty big here. For everything we got, it was roughly 250 dollars, but you could easily come here and spend under 100 for two people. Very versatile financially which I think is AWESOME! The restaurant had beautiful design inside and out. It felt very clean, modern, and upscale. Pretty casual dress code, and overall a comfortable place. My favorite part was the stained glass on the first floor! I believe there is rooftop seating, but I did not get to go up there. Overall, one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. The appetizer was the only flaw on this beautiful restaurant. I would love love love to come back, and I will be suggesting it to anybody that I know. NOTE: Star rating based on my own formula consisting of flavor, cost, facilities, service, and overall satisfaction. Reviews are subject to change based on future visits. read more

Our family had dinner Friday, December 27, 2024. The food is just okay. We shared two appetizers, Bitterballen and Kassoufle. Neither one was very good. We all had filet's which were just okay. My husband had a crab cake -minus the crab. It was more like dough ball. For the price I would definitely choose another restaurant. The only positive was our server was good. read more

Lisse has been one of Main Strauss's largest and best restaurants for a few years now. A true "steakheisse" it features excellent meat cuts. The service is knowledgeable and accommodating. Overall the space is a little sparse on the first floor but during warmer weather months their rooftop and upper floors are wonderful. read more

Lisse - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Had a Christmas work party here and All our steaks where cooked the same as medium rare, this was more than just rare. My coworker took this picture and I saved it just so I could post it. I understand making 50 steaks at the same time could be a difficult task but for the price it should be better. Was also a lot more fatty than other strips I've had. Everything was great read more

Lisse - New York Strip - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Fantastic service and amazing food. I enjoyed a filet and I would put that steak up against any steak in the area, Walt's , Ruby's , Tony's any of them! read more

My friend and I were looking for a pre-show meal before seeing "Into the Woods" at the Carnegie in Covington and Lisse Steakhuis caught my eye when I was searching for places nearby that take reservations. I'm a sucker for a good steak. We were seated immediately in a nearly empty dining room (it was only 5 pm on a Saturday, but I'm shocked it wasn't more crowded) and our server, Loren, brought us water and took our drink order. He was professional and friendly, but also paced things perfectly. I love a server who knows how to explain the menu without overdoing it. Shortly after bringing our Cokes (or Cherry Coke in the case of my friend), we were also treated to complimentary bread service. It was good, but nothing fancy. We both settled on the Van Gogh, an 8 oz. filet. My friend likes hers medium rare; I get mine medium. We both thought that they were just a tad more done than we like them, but that's fine - we'll recalibrate next time we go. We certainly didn't waste any time devouring them regardless. I also had a Caesar salad to start; it was tasty with a nice creamy dressing and just the right amount of cheese. We shared the Dutch Mac and Cheese; this side is worth going to Lisse for alone! It was piping hot and so cheesy, with a nice mixture of flavors. Finally, I had the double chocolate raspberry cheesecake for dessert. My friend had the Boterkoek (or more commonly referred to as "Butter Cake.") She loved it so much. I sampled it and it was good, but I prefer something a little richer. My cheesecake was huge and I couldn't even finish it. I think I'll try Creme Brulee next time, just because I love Creme Brulee! I thought the price was reasonable for the level of service and the quality of food but be advised that this is priced like the luxury steakhouse experience that it is. We already made reservations to return. read more

Lisse - Dutch Mac and Cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Lisse was wonderful for a friend's recent birthday celebration! The staff was attentive and the menu was diverse. It was a treat to explore the Dutch-inspired options. I ordered The Rembrandt, a 10 oz barrel cut fillet. It was cooked perfectly and the smokey bleu cheese topping was a wonderful accompaniment. I sampled a few of each appetizer with our group of 10 and each was delicious. The desserts were great as well; I'd especially recommend the chocolate cheesecake or the butter cake! The only place I'd detract points were for the decor. The furniture and decor don't quite match the price point of the menu - it isn't a necessarily a modern steakhouse like the exterior of the building may lead you to believe. The finishings are a bit mismatched and bright on the first floor. This has no impact on the quality of the food or service, but is worth mentioning if you're considering Lisse for a celebration or gathering with friends or family. read more

Lisse - The Rembrandt filet with smokey bleu butter - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

One of the best steaks I've had! I'm not from around the area so this will be worth a trip back when I visit again. Lisse's is a steakhouse but ironically the atmosphere and vibe isn't some fancy place but more of a swanky and kind of casual feel based on decor and the servers clothing. Much of their menu has Dutch inspiration and some Indonesian flavors. I could taste it in the bitterballen; an appetizer I highly recommend by the way. It's deep fried slow cooked beef on the inside that has hints of curry taste served with some sweet chili sauce and mustard. I felt it paired better with the sweet! We ordered the barrel cut filets, highly recommend the Oscar topping (hollandaise and crab) with a side of hutspot (mashed potatoes and mashed carrot). The steak was cooked perfectly to our liking and was very juicy with a perfect sear and saltiness. We will definitely be back to try more items! read more

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Great views, giant wine menu, and a relaxed atmosphere (on the roof/bar area). good price on a decent sized salad the had great flavor. My partner's steak had the absolute best crust and flavor, with a very generous Bleu cheese butter topping. Unfortunately my flounder was much less impressive. A great cook on the fish, but the cooked spinach was unseasoned and oily, the bearnaise sauce luke warm, so the overall dish was lackluster. Friendly service and covid grading is a 4/5 read more

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Excellent food and service. I got the 12 Sirloin with a baked potato and grilled carrots. My wife ordered the Flounder meal. Everything came out cooked to perfection. We arrived at 5:00 and were seated as soon as we walked in. As we sat here eating, the place began to get busier, but not completely full, read more

Lisse - My partially eaten steak. - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

We dined here midweek and the restaurant was pretty empty but we had a great experience! My husband and I ordered the bitterballen, Caesar salad, fried rice, steak cut of the day with chimichurri, and fries, all to share and our server asked the kitchen to split the dishes for us into individual plates, which we really appreciated. I spent a year in Amsterdam so my main motivation for going was the bitterballen and they did not disappoint! All of the food was delicious but the steak was one of the best I have ever eaten, perfectly seasoned and cooked to medium rare. read more

We then last minute without a reservation on Thursday night. James, the bartender, was attentive and informative. Husband has the delicious waygu burger with fries! I ended up eating half of his.... I must have been craving a burger. The burger was juicy with the perfect amount of toppings to not make it sloppy. And the fries.... crispy and salty with the house made curried ketchup! I ordered the 10 oz filet Oscar style with a side of mashed potatoes. It was prepared perfectly.... medium rare plus with a delicate char as I requested. The potatoes were creamy and fluffy and they added bacon as we requested! We will back very soo ! read more

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I'm surprised by the lower reviews on here, but I do have to say that the 3-4 times we have been here, it has been as crowded as one would expect. However, they have some of the better steaks I've had, and yes I've been to The Ruby locations, and most of the higher end steakhouses in the area. This ranks right up there with them, if not just a slight tier below. The rooftop offers great views of downtown. It's a location worthy of a nice date night. read more

Fantastic service. It was our first time dining here with a small group we all ordered entrees and some sides. Our waiter even recommended ordering less sides and, thank goodness he did. Food was delicious and steak cooked correctly. The drink menu was fun! Try the PBJ Martini read more

It's been a great while since we have had such an abysmal dining experience. To add insult to injury - the price point is in line with the best steak houses in the city. Go there instead. The evening started with the host sending us to the third floor where additional staff would be waiting for us. Instead, we were greeted with a void, and it took more than 5 minutes before our server appeared. My dish was garnished with a very large human hair that was not from our server or anyone at the table, as visible in the picture, unfortunately captured in my picture. The fish was over cooked, and the steak was only medium rare in the very middle for the 10 oz filet. Our bottle wine for dinner service, ordered well in advance, was presented when the rest of the table had their plates cleared from service. The bill was incorrect for the table, service was slow - you see a theme? Cocktails were nice and the creme brulee was better than most. For the price (less?), we could have gone to a local steak house that has over the top service. I'm hurt and angry about how horrible our experience was - we don't have money to go out like this often and this was more than a waste. read more

Lisse - a plate of food on a table - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

After sitting down we waited for over ver 20 minutes and no one came to at lease see if we wanted a drink! We left and went next door to the SUCHI RESTAURANT!!!! I was mad. read more

Lisse - Chop sticks. - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Great cocktails with a beautiful rooftop bar. The place is clean and tucked away. Look for the red door on main street. The cocktail are amazing; I recommend the kentucky sunset. The live music is a bonus and won't disappoint. read more

Lisse - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

My husband and I tried this place during COVID-19...our first tome eating in public since quarantine. The staff wore masks, had sanitizer, spaced tables and digital menus...great precautions. The food came out fast and hot and was amazing. I mean seriously the best steak we've tasted..cooked to perfection. The bone in ribeye was big enough for two, so we split it. Please try the fries...they are out of this world. The staff was friendly and efficient. When and if we return...we'll be back! read more

Lisse - Bone in ribeye...we shared it! - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

After drinking enough bourbon in a nearby bar this place saved the day. What a interesting menu being that they have steakhous in the name. Don't let it fool you. The meal I had was very delicious but for the appetite I bring j wished they gave you more in your plate. However for such a good price I guess ordering two plates wouldn't have hurt. read more

Lisse - Nasi Goreng / Indo Dutch Fried Rice, Shrimp, Leek, Onion, Soy, Chili, Cumin, Coriander - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

The three things I always focus on are food, service, and ambiance. Lisse succeeded in providing all 3. The ambiance was great. During the week it wasn't overly crowded or busy. My favorite part was the live music. The sound system was so clear I didn't even realize it was live music, the singer/guitarist sounded like a recording. It was only once I walked back into the main restaurant area that I happened to see him singing. Also the look of the place is very nice, a good mix of organic design elements mixed with finished materials. Our waitress did a great job with recommendations and clearly knew the menu very well. She was helpful and also just a joy to be waited by (should have asked for her name). I cannot understated how important knowing the menu is for the wait-staff The food (the most important bit) was genuinely delicious. While this wasn't the best steak I've ever had, the steak was very well cooked, and the scallops on the steak were to die for. Absolutely the way a scallop should be cooked. The Mac and cheese was no joke either. Good noodles and a good cheese combination as well. Loved this place /10 read more

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A group of 6 of us came here prior a concert. We had heard good things and boy were we not disappointed. The location and facility are very convenient and done well. When we arrived we were greeted promptly by the hostess and bartenders (bar is right when you walk in). We were shown out table and the waiter came to introduce himself immediately. We orders drinks and my wife ordered something off menu and not super well know. The bartender made an attempt but it was way to sour for her and they took the drink back and made adjustments based on her feedback which she loved. She proceeded to have 3 which is another story lol. We ordered the bitterball appetizer which was different but delicious. My wife then ordered one of their danish special dishes which was so different and so delicious. I ordered the filet which was cooked absolutely perfectly. For my side I ordered the cream spinach, I fancy myself as a critical judge of this since it's my fav and I have had it so many place, it was the best I have ever experienced in my life. What a great evening with friends in a truly fantastic restaurant with great service and amazing food. read more

Like what they've done with the place since it was Chez Nora. I'm told they have a great deck - thou we didn't go up there (only 1st and 2nd floor). They did have a piano player on 1st floor and she was pretty good. Had the steak salad and shrimp cocktail. Both were good. I did add goat cheese to the salad to spruce it up a bit (otherwise it was just steak, 2 tomato wedges and about 3 grilled onions). My fella had the walleye and he said it was pretty good. He also had Gouda cheese sticks and said they were good but not worth $9. My friends got steaks - and they all looked good. They were the same price as Ruby's or Mortan's or Ruth Chris - while I didn't try a taste - I will say that they have tough completion with the other area steakhouses and better be on their game if they want to stay in business. (I would have figured they would have taken their prices down some to compete better vs fine dining spots) read more

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We had just returned from Lisse and touring The tulips. We felt like we back again. The service and food were top notch. If in the area again will definitely return. read more

Lisse's is a perfect place for rooftop dining. The food is great, and the city views are amazing. A great spot for a rooftop cigar and bourbon! I've always had great service. Slow down and enjoy!! read more

I was excited to try this place as the owners are from The Netherlands and the restaurants has a few Dutch and Indonesian dishes. I was born and raised in the Netherlands, so I was anxious to have some authentic dishes. The chicken and peanut sauce was great, as were the frites. The bitterballen were fantastic and brought me right back to when I was a child. The nasi goreng was a bit disappointing, but certainly not bad. We also ordered a few drinks and dessert. This is certainly a mid-range to higher priced restaurant, so something to keep in mind. There were two gentleman at the table next to us who ordered steak and some side dishes and they looked absolutely fantastic. Our server was friendly enough and overall we left feeling satisfied. read more

I came here for dinner on a Tuesday night. It was a great experience! The food was delicious, the server was very pleasant and attentive, and the atmosphere was perfect! I will absolutely come here again the next time I am in town. read more

Lisse - Creme Brûlée - Steakhouses Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Celebrated my birthday here with a juicy steak and Pinot Noir made for the gods! Still dreaming of the Biterballen! *My boyfriend wrote the I U on my dessert- the start isn't creepy like that! read more

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Food is not as good as it should be for how much it costs. Burger and steak were extremely over cooked. Sides are just okay. the mashed potatoes tasted like instant. read more

Okay, the chicken dish that I described was so good that I wanted to try them again. The general manager waited on me in the bar area, and I decided to order a burger. I eat very little red meat so if I have a disappointing burger, it's really disappointing. I must say, this one did not disappoint. Bad for some pressure, but they have made up for it and I will certainly be back! read more