My wife and I live in Kenner and have been enjoying lunch once a month for many years with another…read morecouple who live on the North Shore. We have our favorites on both sides of the lake, but I recently read some great reviews somewhere online about Crazy Pig Southern Kitchen with locations in both Mandeville and Covington. After speaking with our friends we decided to dine at the Covington location of Crazy Pig Southern Kitchen. Inside the entrance, the restaurant posts their policy that you will not be seated at a table until all parties have arrived, which is understandable considering the huge amount of business they have. My wife and I arrived before our friends who were running a little late. The Hostess, Jill, asked me how many in our party and I told her four, but the other couple was running late and would be arriving in about 20 minutes. We took a seat in the empty waiting area inside the entrance. The restaurant appeared to have only one or two empty tables available inside when I arrived on a beautiful day. Five to ten minutes later the waiting area was full (approx. ten people). The restaurant was extremely noisy with all their customers enjoying their meals and conversing with friends/family. I noticed that there were approximately ten tables located in front of the restaurant in a beautiful covered patio, so I asked Jill if we could have a table outside once our friends arrived in about five more minutes because one of them was somewhat physically handicapped. There was only one empty table in the patio at the time. Jill explained that since she had a reservation in the patio for a party of eight that would be arriving soon, so she had been holding it for another available outside table to put together to accommodate this party. However, she said she would gladly give us the table. By this time, the waiting room was full of people and overflowing outside the entrance. I had given my seat to a lady and stepped outside to wait for my friends, who I noticed had arrived and parking their car. I told Jill and she seated us at the table in the patio. The four of us ordered different things on the menu, which were fantastic. Although the restaurant was packed, the waitress AND Jill visited our table several times to ensure we were enjoying our meals. Crazy Pig Southern Kitchens' ambiance, service, menu items (along with portion sizes) and prices were absolutely astounding. We were all very impressed and grateful for a beautiful dining experience. Special thanks to Jill who was abundantly pleasant to deal with. Crazy Pig Southern Kitchen certainly placed Jill in the right position.

I was seated very quickly. The staff were very friendly and checked on me often. It was my first…read moretime so I asked my waitress for recommendations. She highly recommended the Blacken Shrimp and Grits. When my food came out, it was a large plate with plenty of shrimp. The food was amazing. I got my Southern/ Creole craving fulfilled. I'm definitely coming back! I wish they would open longer so I can grab late lunch or early dinner.

I went to One Thirteen yesterday with the fam and will have to say, it's a great restaurant…read more It's basically a white tablecloth restaurant in a bit more casual setting to invite everyone in. The food was excellent, the service was great, and I'll be back in the future. Everyone in my family loved their meals. I had the Ember Black Cod, which was outstanding. They seem to be flexible in that you can order off the lunch menu at dinner or vice versa. Keep it on your radar and try it if you have not. PS Their sign is a bit understated, but it's directly across the parking lot from long time Mandeville landmark La Carreta on the W. Causeway Approach.

Food excellent Service good…read more Very very noisy hard to have a conversation The Mother's Day thought - complimentary Banana Bread - a nice touch

Wonderful food and service in a cute little cafe. Great selection of deserts from local bakeries.read more

I didn't have the greatest experience here for my first time. I came here on a Sunday morning…read moreduring Labor Day weekend. We gave ourselves an hour and a half, enough time to eat and get to our next planned and scheduled event that day. So, we weren't in a rush. We get in the quickly moving line to order our food at the counter. I order a salmon bagel and the hubs ordered a meatball ciabatta. We sit down and I noticed it is a very busy place. It is a very large place and I noticed how clean everything was and how efficient all the workers were at getting the food out. One after the other, food was coming out like an assembly line and the food looked good, too. But the assembly line apparently stopped, no orders were coming out, and we waited about 20 or 25 minutes. At least we had our drinks because it is a counter service type establishment. We noticed stacks and stacks of 'to go' orders were being placed in the counter area. After nearly 35 or 40 minutes we get our food. Some guy had ordered a 'football teams' worth amount of food. So, although it was not the restaurant's fault, it was frustrating the timing that our order was f course put in right after the guy that ordered 20 dishes. I get my bagel to try to eat quickly, since now we are in a little bit of a rush. And the bagel couldn't have been more complicated to eat. I just wanted a complete lox bagel but it was a deconstructed bagel where I had to put the thing together. I would have enjoyed the meal a little better had my bagel been properly served, like for example, the way Flour Moon serves their bagels to customers. I don't know if we will be back because I rarely visit the Northshore, this was a special occasion. I guess if I do come back, I would like to try one or two of the desserts from the case. Those looked really good.

Had the BEST experience at Liz's Where Y'at Diner!! The atmosphere, food, and drinks are absolutely…read moretop tier. It truly feels like you just walked off the beach and straight into a laid-back island restaurant. The food? Unreal. So good I completely forgot to snap a pic of the shrimp and grits--they were THAT good. And the biscuit... wow. It tasted like something your great-grandmother would've had sitting on the table all day, warm and perfect. Coffee was spot on too (especially with a splash of Bailey's ), and the spuds were seriously mouthwatering. Add in the great music and chill vibe, and it's just a cool little spot you'll want to keep coming back to. Highly recommend!!

We've been meaning to try breakfast/lunch at Liz's Where Y'at Diner in Mandeville for awhile, but…read morejust got around to it. Liz's exterior appears a little downtrodden and parking a bit limited, but inside is welcoming with a bright and shiny Louisiana ambiance. We had excellent service and Liz herself dropped by and welcomed us. We ordered a variety of specialties, with me enjoying an egg scrambler with all the trimmings, my wife having a sumptuous roast beef po'boy and my son having a burger and fries. All were very good and our iced tea glasses were never allowed to be empty. We were seated immediately, but business is brisk and you may need to be prepared to wait at peak times. We look forward to returning!

We are frequent Pardos patrons and will remain so. Its convenient location, just across the road…read morefrom Beau Chene makes it a staple in our dining rotation. Beyond that, the food and service are simply perfect every time. I enjoyed some small plates last night, including an espresso martini, the tuna crisp and the soup de jour: tomato basil. Everything was served at the perfect temp, cold for drinks and crisp and piping hot for the soup. The martini was standalone and had the perfect hints of chocolate essence and level of sweetness. It was more coffee than liqueur which I loved and the drink was pleasant without it tasting too much like the spirit. I do mine with gin and they always do such a great job. The tuna crudo was good, and presented so nice with a pour-over of the agua chile tableside. I do feel like it was missing some spice and salt, leaving it to fall a bit flat. However it was incredibly fresh! The soup was a perfect way to end my night, light enough but also filling. So creamy and good. A major thank you and recognition for Nathan. He is an excellent bartender, server and had amazing suggestions for menu items and drinks. He kindly asked the kitchen for extra requests and helped making our dining experience memorable. As my friends ran late, I was seated at the bar alone for a while and he was personable and engaging.

Wow. This was a wonderful dining experience. Brianna was our server. So sweet and so knowledgeable…read moreabout the menu. Service was great and the drinks and food were outstanding! One of the best dining experiences that I've had. We will most definitely be back.

Not only is this a pet friendly gem- complete with a Pup menu (see photos!) but the food and…read moreservice was excellent. I had the hot honey, chicken and egg biscuit, which was tasty! My over easy egg was cooked to perfection. The chicken was crunchy but not dry and the biscuit was fluffy not dense. The hash brown casserole was very cheesy! Patriot (doggy companion) enjoyed his "Belly Rub Scramble" Seating both outdoors and indoors looked adequate and there is a full bar.

I ordered the Classic Eggs Benedict, Cheese Grits, and a cappuccino…read more - Cheese Grits were great! - The Eggs Benedict, not so great, Eggs whites were only half cooked and half still clear. - Cappuccino was not hot. I notified the GM and waitress and they apologized but did not offer to correct but did not offer to fix. Being hungry and in hurry for an appointment I had eaten over half so that may have been why they didn't offer. I can eat raw eggs. However I do prefer the whites fully cooked! I would send back nexat time My companion ordered: She said both were great! The do offer Military Discount with a ID. Place is clean and the decor is nice. Service was good.

Food: I had the quiche and it was absolutely delicious. But be forewarned, ANYTHING you ask for is…read moregoing to be an extra charge if it wasn't described as part of your ordered plate. They even wanted to charge me for lemons for my water, for which I declined. Service was adequate. Ambiance was uniquely different being the lounge room vibe. However, we were a large group that had to sit in a long row, in the back, and the music was so loud we couldn't hear each other talk. It was interesting to go as a one off, but I don't think I'll be back .

Perfection!! Everything!! The decor is truly lovely, and the food delicious. The burger was…read moreabsolutely phenomenal and the truffle fries were hot, crisp, and perfect! The chimichurri chicken was also wonderful. The honey roasted carrots and smashed potatoes that go with the chicken are killer! Cameron, our server is wonderful!! Highly recommend!!!

Our visit to LUMORA was such a great experience. The restaurant is beautiful, very aesthetically…read morepleasing, and has a really nice atmosphere. We started with the chicken wings with honey barbecue sauce. The wings were cooked perfectly and had a good flavor. Next were the bacon wrapped shrimp and these were one of my favorite items of the night. The hot honey sauce was so good and the presentation made them even better. The cheese pull and sauce dripping down really sealed the deal for me. Easily a 10/10. The brussels sprouts completely surprised me because they were SO good. They were topped with pecans, cranberries, pepper jelly, and parmesan cheese, and all of the toppings worked so well together to elevate the flavor of the brussels sprouts. Perfectly cooked and full of flavor. I've been back just for those alone. 10/10. I also tried the Bayou Mac & Cheese which was creamy, flavorful, and cooked well. My only complaint is that it was topped with tomatoes, which wasn't listed on the menu, so I would've asked for it without them, but no big deal. We also had the Cajun Pasta which was good as well. Everything came out hot & Overall, the service was excellent, everything we had was really enjoyable, and the experience matched the aesthetic of the restaurant. I'd definitely return.

Today, we enjoyed a Valentine's Day lunch at Lumora Kitchen and Bar in Covington. Lumora is…read morerelatively new and is by the same folks responsible for The District in Ponchatoula, which is one of our favs. Located on Highway 190, Lumora has a stylish, contemporary persona that is decidedly upscale, but still possesses a comfortable, laid-back vibe that is quite appealing. Service was friendly and efficient and Taylor took excellent care of us. General Manager Josie dropped by our table to share info on Lumora and her visit was appreciated. There is a full bar and a wide selection of specialty cocktails. Today I had a Blood Orange Mezcal Margarita and my wife had an Ex-Presso Martini. Both were great! I highly recommend the Mezcal spice served up on the Margarita's rim in place of the standard salt. We then enjoyed the Zydeco Eggroll appetizer, which the pepper jelly garnish made truly memorable. I then followed with the Buffalo Chicken Pinsa and my wife had the Hot Honey Pepperoni Pinsa. Both were excellent; hot, pleasantly spicy, and generously portioned. We took home a lot of food. Although we had no room for dessert, several on the menu looked quite sumptuous. In short, Lumora Kitchen and Bar is highly recommended! It's a great spot for lunch, happy hour drinks, or a special date night. We will return.

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.

The food is consistently very good. Very fresh and you know it's freshly prepared. Service great…read more Clean simple interior.

Came here for Mother's Day to check out a new place for us. We were pleased. The food was really…read moregood for a place that seems to cater to music and drinks more than being a restaurant. There was live music and the band sounded good without being too loud. We had the boudin balls for an appetizer. Pretty standard now on most Louisiana menus, but they were done right. And I loved the spicy jelly it came with. A little different than the standard remoulade. For dinner I had the blackened catfish. It was delicious. My mom had the fried seafood platter. She said it was excellent. My kids said their food was great. My 11 year old had the loaded fries. He was not disappointed. The server was great. She was very attentive and friendly. I was very pleased and mom loved her Mother's Day Dinner.

Absolutely sucks. Someone was bragging about the burgers saying they were very good. They're…read morehorrible. Paper thin and dry. You would think they were running out of potatoes with the scraps of fries they would put on the plate. The owners are there, not paying attention to the product coming out of the kitchen, seems like they're doing this just for fun and it's really not a good experience whatsoever.