Amazing authentic Asian chef prepared food, in the heart of quaint Covington, KY. The staff is engaging and friendly and professional. Fresh flown in seafood, I had oysters and sashimi on my last visit. Can't wait to go back. This is one of those restaurants that you CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK to. read more

I went here on a date, it was a really nice place. The waiter was nice, but we went on a Monday so they were missing some stuff. Not a major deal, so we got some sake to share, the name is totally expected me but on the menu it has a cute little paw print next to it. We got some pork egg rolls to share, they and the sauce were wonderfully delicious. We both got the chicken katsu was delicious, I loved the crunchy bread and the savory yuzu sauce. The veggies were wonderfully cooked. All around a wonderful meal! read more

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This place definitely had a funky vibe to it. It was small in there, but not too small to where we felt crammed. Service was amazing, we felt very welcomed and accommodated by everyone there. I had originally ordered the spicy tuna roll, crispy tuna rice, and the double salmon roll, but they ran out of spicy tuna while making the crispy rice! So I ended up ordering gyoza instead but they were out of that too! So our server ended up comping the rainbow roll I ordered instead which was really nice. The chef also came out and explained that everything is made fresh and they get their food weekly and apologized for the inconvenience. The crispy tuna rice was really good, super crispy all the way through the rice, and tuna was actually spicy too, which i appreciate. The double salmon roll was the best bite of the night for me, salmon tempura, avocado, and cucumber, topped with seared salmon and then eel sauce and spicy mayo. I will dream about this, it was so good. I was unfortunately not a fan of the rainbow roll. I normally love rainbow rolls, but something tasted off on this one, and I couldn't put my finger on what it was. Overall I liked the place and it definitely curbed my sushi craving! read more

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Whatever spice level you thought you were going to get, take it lower . It was really good and great food options. The food was slow to come out and it wasn't busy there . The yuzu martini was very good and worth the trip back . No reservation needed , pull up . read more

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This sushi shop in Covington is a hidden gem. They are not a half price sushi spot but I can tell why. The quality is much better than any half price spot. The rolls are bigger and more filling. There entrees are also just as good as their sushi. Big portions and full of flavor. They have fast service and a good selection of options. I can't wait to go back again! read more

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Amazing food! Great selection of sushi and cocktails. Love the atmosphere and the service was friendly and fast. Such a fun spot for a great sushi dinner and drink read more

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This is hands down our go-to sushi spot in Covington. The menu is full of unique, thoughtfully layered flavors--bright citrus notes, subtle heat, umami-rich sauces, and beautifully balanced textures that never overpower the freshness of the fish. There's an impressive variety of options, whether you're in the mood for something classic or feeling adventurous, and the food is always consistently on point.The atmosphere is relaxed yet lively, with a warm, welcoming vibe that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your meal. The owner is absolutely delightful and clearly takes great pride in every dish she serves, which comes through in both the quality and presentation. We love sitting by the window, where we can casually people-watch while enjoying a calm, comfortable space--and there always seems to be a seat, which makes it even better. A spot we keep coming back to for great food and an equally great experience. read more

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Service was great, sushi was tasty I also loved that they have a photo wall with guests' cats and dogs read more

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We brought a party of 12 with reservations. The food was amazing. I mainly ate sushi. But we also tried several appetizers and other meal options. Everyone wants to return again as the ambiance was fun and a nice place to chill. read more

The chef is gone. The owner is the cook now. Sad face. Her flavors were on point. She was welcoming and personable. I miss her.

First time trying this place and I absolutely loved it. I was excited to find a place in Covington that had high quality sushi in a casual setting for a good price. All the rolls we got were specialty. We picked 4, but there were so many to choose from. They also had a lot of entre options for those who aren't as big into sushi. Our service was fast and friendly. Will absolutely be coming here again. read more

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Oh, my, blazing, spirit! This was SOOOO FREAKIN GOOD. Service was great. The ambience was on point. Parking is hit and miss. I was able to park for free, but there isn't free parking on adjacent streets. Definitely the spot to go for sushi if you are in the area. Also walkable to the pier. read more

Great experience here! The server was friendly and attentive and the food was amazing! It's a nice, quiet spot in an otherwise loud and busy area on Madison. Steps from the Madison theater and Hotel Covington. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town! read more

Kennedy our waitress was so amazing. So sweet and kind and knowledgeable and attentive. We came to this town not knowing anything on a visit October 7, 2024 and we left with a nice sushi meal and a list of attractions in the area to visit bc of her. Thank you Kennedy! And the chefs Roberto and Isaiah and the owner were just as lovely and kind and welcoming that we had such a great time. The sushi was fresh and soft and buttery and the tofu dish was enjoyably lightly crispy. And the funny part was I realized that the music was Japanese music! So amazing bc I actually never recalled hearing Japanese music in any Japanese restaurant before haha! So I was delighted. The decor is so adorable w all the bite dog and cat pictures. They were so cute to look at. Overall a great place to sit and eat and chat w staff and friends and family. New ownership as of 3 weeks ago now so enjoy the new vibe! read more

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My boyfriend and I went here for dinner and we had a great experience! Server was very friendly and food was fresh! Atmosphere was also chill with good music! I ordered a miso soup, seaweed salad, dumpling soup, and a tuna avocado roll. Everything was delicious for a great price! Would love to return. read more

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1. Sushi nachos were delicious 2. The sunny California roll and shrimp crunch roll were kinda bland 3. The crispy rice were terrible--I took a bite and bam immediately hurt my tooth. They were WAY overcooked to the point of it hurting my teeth. read more

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The food service and ambience is perfect for a date day or night, but the ownership has so much care and love for the customer. It's an absolute joy to come here The quality of the food and the flavor layering's will blow your palate away literally some of the best sushi my wife and I have ever had in our lives and we do eat a lot of sushi. read more

Maki Mono Covington - Look at those happy faces this is what you'll see you on every visit that's true love. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Rating is based on sushi only! Everything we had was good, but it wasn't anything special in my opinion and felt overpriced for the portions compared to other local sushi places. We got the sashimi & two specialty rolls. The service was good, fast seating & friendly. The vibe is casual. read more

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Food was amazing! We split 2 sushi rolls and an entree and everything was delicious. We'll definitely be back :)

Really great sushi! The staff was incredibly friendly to us even though we brought our three kids in with us. It's not a huge space and tables fill up at dinner time but we got there around 5 o'clock and had no trouble getting a table. We will definitely be back! read more

Wow! What a little gem! And extremely reasonable price point for fresh, delicious, literal boatload of sushi! We got the sushi boat and it did not disappoint (see pic). The wait staff were extremely friendly and as excited as we were to bring the boat out to us lol. It was such a beautifully artistic presentation and the sushi was amazing! Def will be coming back! read more

Maki Mono Covington - Sushi boat! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Finally came by to check this place out after hearing rave reviews about the sushi. Personally, I haven't found a great sushi place in this town yet; everything is just edible--which is how I would describe this. It reminds me exactly of the sushi you would get at Wabi Sabi with the same ambiance also. If that's the kind of sushi you like then you'll love it here. I gave it 3 stars for the super friendly service and my cocktail, it was an interesting use of boba with sake. read more

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Great food great service the vegetables tempura was so delicious and great portion the sushi was delicious, good prices too. read more

Maki Mono Covington - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

We get takeout sushi from here a lot, cute little gem in Covington! The service is always quick, the sushi is cheap but delicious and high quality, and staff is always super friendly! There is a good amount of seating indoors, but I have only eaten in once or twice. read more

Fresh sushi and excellent service. Cozy sushi and saki spot here in Covington great for lunch or dinner. read more

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I've been wanting to try Maki Mono for awhile now and finally got a chance to on a Thursday night. I tried the salmon and tuna nigiri, the rainbow roll, and the Kmaa roll. They tasted very good although the quality could've been better. I'd like to come back and and try some other things on the menu, including the cocktails. The service was good even though they weren't fully coordinated, but they were very quick. read more

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First off, the food was absolutely amazing. Had the Thai sticky wings, crab rangoon, Philly sushi roll, and the adobo chicken. They said they're under new management and culinary program and it shows. The service was welcoming, the sushi chef was funny and the server helped explain everything. Even got the owner's recommendation on sake, Nigori -cloudy sake pineapple- which didn't disappoint, the atmosphere was laid back and my husband and I probably spent too much time there. Definitely will be back. read more

Maki Mono Covington - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Great quality sushi/nigiri/sashimi and meat portion size! My husband and I got the sushi moriawase which tasted super delicious and fresh. I liked the soy sauce and sushi rice flavor too. Honestly so good that it can compete with sushi on the coasts. Did not expect to get this at Covington! I will be coming back and bringing more friends and family here! Service and owners here are also very friendly and give off very modern comfy vibes! Parking is meter here but like $2 per hr read more

This is a cute little sushi restaurant with great service. The tuna-tini was my favorite dish. It had chunks of tuna mixed in with avocado, cucumber, and Doritos. The sushi rolls are huge and very filling. The quality of the fish is average and on par with places like Cloud 9. My only complaint is with the sushi rice. They give you way too much rice with the nigiri (like double or triple what I would want) and the rice was really stale/dry. read more

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I love it! I've been here twice and both experiences were great. The staff is friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is clean and simple. The food is fresh and delicious. The sake selection is incredible. This is a great choice for any sushi lover. read more

The sushi was so fresh and good, great atmosphere and fast service! I went with a friend on a Sunday got three rolls all made right by us, was absolutely deliciousx read more

Maki Mono Covington - spicy tuna roll, Alaska roll, spider roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Great place, quick service! We had various rolls, wings, and crab Rangoon. Recommend this place for quick bites and drinks.

Love this place! I believe the owner's name is Macy. My memory is horrible, but I'll remember her face! She was incredibly kind and attentive to our staff and our guests. Maki Mono catered an event at Madison Theater this last weekend. Her and her crew found a great spot to set up in the venue, and served AFFORDABLE, delicious, hot food to us all night. At no point did she run out of anything, and our guests were complimenting her food all evening. I'm pretty certain shes going to be our first pick for that venue in the future. That being said, I only had a moment in her actual restaurant, Maki Mono. I cannot reccomend it enough though! The atmosphere is so unique and calming. PLUS HER PUPS ARE THE ARTWORK ON THE WALLS! If you're visiting or traveling through Covington, this is definitely a cool place to check out. read more

Welcome to your new favorite sushi takeout! Tried a new place and so happy we did. It was fresh (better than my usual spot), perfectly packaged in the to-go container (this is important - if you do takeout you know!), and the service was great. Def try the Mango Samba and the Zozo Roll. Crab Rangoon roll was perfect. Can't wait for my next sushi order! read more

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Maki Mono is a new addition to Madison Ave in Covington. I tried it for the first time getting takeout last week, and I could instantly taste a high level of quality in both the sushi and the noodle dish. In my opinion, there's a big difference in average sushi vs. fresh, high quality sushi. Maki Mono definitely falls in the latter category and I can't wait to try more of their rolls. The takeout process was easy and quick, but I'm looking forward to dining in the restaurant as well. Highly reco the 513 roll! read more

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Service and the sushi are top notch Owner Cates and goes out of his way to accommodate even larger parties for a quaint smaller place.

We popped in because it is a new restaurant. The service was quickly and the food was definitely fresh! We started with the dumplings and they said lightly fried or steamed. We chose lightly fried but weren't sure how it would go because a lot of places make them so crisp. These were cooked to perfection! The chicken katsu was great as well. It was one of the few places that make it taste like katsu instead of chicken tenders but I wish it had more of the sauce. The rolls were good as well - the crab Rangoon was a bit too much cream cheese. Overall it was a good experience and nice inside! I wish they ran some sushi deals like other places nearby do but we will be back again nonetheless! read more

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I wanted to love this place and had been looking forward to dining as I try to support small businesses. While I believe it's a better option than Wabi Sabi, I found the rolls to be small for the price when most of the city does half price sushi. I understand with inflation that prices are rising but the value wasn't there. Drinks were kind of expensive and overall quality of the sushi was ok. They had a nice variety of options. Ambiance was simple. I probably won't go back which is disappointing because I was hoping to fall in love with this place. I read a lot of positive reviews about the owner greeting people but must have missed him the day I was in. read more

Maki Mono Covington - This was $100 with 3 drinks (lunch) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I rarely give 5 stars. However, this placed rocks! The atmosphere is clean and welcoming. The service was fast and attractive. And the food was out of the park amazing! I am only visiting KY, but I never found a good taco, so of course, I ordered the taco roll and the jalapeño roll. My only complaint was finding parking. It seems limited for the downtown location. Highly recommend this place. read more

Great sushi! This place never disappoints. Nice to dine in and easy to order carry out. Highly recommend.