First time checking out the Cove. Made a reservation on their website and requested for patio seating and was able to get the table outside! The patio is dog friendly if you are wanting to take your dog with you. There is paid parking right out front. We ordered a bottle of Merlot wine, Proscuttio flatbread, hummus plate and the potato wedges. Everything came out hot and fresh. The inside has more tables but is really loud. Would prefer outdoor as you can have a conversation without screaming across the table, I will definitely be coming back again! read more

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This place has so much potential. The space is beautiful, very open, and has a great ambiance, but the service really needs work. The hostess was sweet and honestly the most helpful person we interacted with. Unfortunately, our waitress came across as pretty condescending anytime we asked questions. For example, when we asked what came on the charcuterie board, she explained it was "a variety of meats, cheeses, and dried fruits." When we tried to clarify and asked what specifically was included, she responded with, "Again... meats, cheeses, and dried fruits." It felt unnecessarily dismissive. After ordering food, I ordered a cocktail but later realized it came from a can, so I politely walked up to ask if I could change my drink order. Instead of quietly handling it, she yelled across the restaurant to the bartender to cancel the espresso martini. The restaurant wasn't loud, so it just felt awkward and uncomfortable. When the food arrived, it was simply dropped off with no explanation. The small plates were hidden under oversized napkins, and when my friend asked if we could get small plates, the waitress pointed and said, "They're right there." There were three of us and only two plates, so we had to ask again anyway. Then when our drinks came out, she held the tray out and told us to "grab your drinks" instead of setting them down herself. She didn't say it rudely, but it felt odd from a service standpoint. To be fair, the food and drinks themselves were good. That's what makes this more disappointing because the place really could be great with better hospitality and attention to service. As we were leaving, who I assume was a manager was standing at the bar on a laptop and said "thank you" without looking up or making eye contact. She looked visibly annoyed. Maybe she noticed the gratuity was lower than expected, but gratuity is earned. I'm not someone who expects over-the-top service, but this experience didn't even meet the basics. read more

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My friend and I came on a late Friday evening to grab a drink and food. The place is right on the water and has both indoor and outdoor seating. There was a long line out the door which is expected on a sunny day. With only two of us, one of the workers gave us a standing spot on the narrow table top outside. Unfortunately, it took 10 mins to get a menu and then another 15 to order two Hugo sprits and a side of potatoes. When we asked to order the flatbread, the waitress said there wasn't enough room on the table and we can't order it since the area is more for standing. We were famished so she let us order the potatoes anyways. After another 30 mins we never received our drinks or app, and was told the worker who first greeted us when we entered the store, never put our name down on the waitlist. At that point, we left. Although they appeared to have a lot of staff, tables remained dirty for a while and we could only see one bartender. We were also told by a few workers that there's a lot of reservations but there's no-shows, so I'm not sure why people weren't seated quickly. The whole experience was a disappointment as I really wanted to enjoy this place; maybe will try again during off-hours at some point. read more

Perfect spot for HH on a sunny day! They have a good wine selection and the cocktails are excellent. Everyone is friendly, and the service has been great every time I've been. I love their outside patio area, but inside is also super cute and welcoming. read more

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Love this place - especially on a sunny day! The service was great, though you're typically only allowed to stay for 2 hours. The wait for a table was a little long, but we were able to sit at the bar while we waited. Overall ambience / vibes are incredible as it's right by the water! We ordered spritzes & wine for happy hour which were excellent. Will need to come back to try the food read more

The Cove - White wine, aperol spritz, Hugo spritz - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We really enjoyed ourselves here. The food and service were better than I expected. The menu was a bit limited, but what we ordered was delicious. We sat both indoors and outdoors. Indoors is kind of dim and boring while the outdoors dining was fun and bright. The parking situation is going to be interesting for most. We came via bike and parked our bikes out front no problem. Looks like they also have short term boat parking nearby. Theres also a small park a few step away as well. Nice area to just hang for a bit. read more

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3.5 stars Came here with a group of 7 and the location is hard to beat. Outside seating is nice, but they didn't have anything that would work for our group so we stayed inside. It was hot, so I was okay to be inside. The decor is nice but it does also feel like it's missing something with the space. We sat in mixed seating near an active glass fireplace which I understand the vibe you're going for, but it is 90 degrees outside so it's a bit of an odd choice. I read several reviews about the service being an issue but had the opposite experience. Our primary server and others who checked on us were very attentive. Plenty of wine options to satisfy our group, though a few people ordered Rose and looks like the color was slightly different each time. We didn't get much food but that was a bit of a mixed bag. The bread with olive oil was warm which was nice. Sadly, the chips and crème fraiche was just Ruffles which seemed weird for a wine bar. Great location, good drinks, solid service, mixed food. read more

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Come here for the vibes but not the food. This place has a great view of the lake and is beautiful for a summer day. I only recommend getting the flatbread. I was extremely disappointed by two things in terms of service: 1. We had eaten outside and there was a bee laying in our food for a good 5 minutes and I'm shocked that the waitress had not offered to remake the piece that the bee had landed on. When we asked nicely , she looked annoyed by the request. 2. I arrived a bit later than my friends and the waitress wasn't attentive enough to offer another set of flatware and/or plates read more

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We visited on a gorgeous summer Friday night at peak dinner time. We were a party of 2. We were seated pretty quickly. Although we were inside, our seat was very close to the patio which had large open doors that made the space feel like a mix of indoor/outdoor. The food menu wasn't huge but I found there was something for everyone. There more than a couple vegetarian options so that was nice. We got the hummus, Greek salad, and cantaloupe and prosciutto. Everything was delicious. I had the wine flight that included a red, white, and rosé. I liked each of them. I found the service to be great. They were busy but the person who took care of us was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. I realize that they are a new place and may have had some growing pains based on previous reviews, but on the night we were there, it was great. The location is amazing. Water, city, and sunset views were gorgeous. You can watch boats come and go from the docks nearby. Afterwards, you can walk on a little path right outside the patio to get closer to the water. They have a pay to park lot right outside the restaurant. read more

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I was really looking forward to checking out the newly renovated South Lake Union waterfront and its new restaurants, but my experience here was such a disappointment that I have no intention of coming back. As a long-time Yelper, I usually give restaurants a second chance before writing a review, but what happened here couldn't be brushed off as a typical "soft opening week" issue. From the start, our host was rude and unwelcoming. They forgot our order, and it took an unreasonably long time just to get someone's attention to check in. When we finally did, they brushed us off with a curt "it's on the way," without any apology for the delay. When our food finally arrived - Jamón and melon - it was incredibly underwhelming for the price. By the end of the meal, we were so neglected that we had to walk up to the front desk to ask to pay our bill. I understand that being out of stock on certain items happens during soft openings, but the staff's overall attitude made it clear they didn't care to help customers at all. The space itself, which I thought looked promising during construction, just felt like a generic hotel lobby with no atmosphere, no culture, no identity. Unfortunately, I won't be returning. Even if my friends decide to go, I won't be joining them. read more

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You come here to drink wine and vibe. If I were visiting Seattle, this would be at the top of my list on a sunny day. Level up your experience and arrive by water, they offer moorage on a first-come, first-serve basis. I'm only giving it 4 stars solely due to the pace/food. While the staff was incredibly friendly and kind, the service for food was a bit slow. It feels like a new-spot 'growing pain'. As for the menu, the food is limited and more snack-focused, but the wine and spritzes are excellent. Great view of Lake Union and very therapeutic being right on the water. Definitely going to be a spot I frequent because you really can't beat the atmosphere. read more

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We had an outdoor reservation at The Cove on opening day at 1p. We had an excellent time sitting in the sun, sipping wine, and watching boats and seaplanes. Mikey was our server and did a great job. I had the MONTINORE ESTATE L'ORANGE first and then a glass off the BOREALIS VINTNERS WHITE BLEND. I enjoyed both but actually liked the white blend better. The Cove has a great vibe and location. I didn't get to try the food but it looked pretty good. Will come back. read more

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Found this spot over the winter this year, and now it is a glorious spot in the sunshine! Short menu-great for sharing, and lovely wine menu. Location (and parking) cannot be beat for a seattle summer! And my book club was able to meet during the winter months when the space was quieter. read more

Great service and lovely staff, everyone was attentive, polite, and helpful. They had a few wine choices, good spot to yap and chit chat with friends or colleagues for happy hour. I don't recommend the food, nothing really stood out and the only thing that seemed somewhat decently normal was the charcuterie board. It was ok but I probably wouldn't get it again. Lots of seating indoors and some benches and tables outside. Large open vibe indoors and it felt a little like a large living room. read more

Easy to access and the parking was great. Awesome views although we were there at night for a private event. We had an open bar and a food display. The bites were tasty And the service was great. It's very bright in there so seemed more like a formal meeting than a holiday party. Will be coming back to try in there actual business setting. read more

Man, people on yelp are the worst. This place has a bunch of bad reviews for stuff out of their control. Food is good, wine is great, prices are what you'd expect from being right on the lake. Go for a good time because they will provide but if you suck don't leave a review! read more

Ok, so update, came in around 2pm today and was seated by the sliding doors that opens into the outdoor seating area. I notice two black ants crawling around on the table and looked around as we all know, when there is one, there are more. There were so many crawling around the table and I located them at the doors and all along the edge there. Look at the photos and videos. I had to move myself to another table and that's it. There was no acknowledgment beyond "ohh, sorry." Isn't this a sanitation concern with the health authorities? - look at the videos and photos. read more

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Summer is PEAK in Seattle and The Cove is clearly not prepared for it. And I'm so bummed! I've been wanting to try this place out since it opened but likely won't be back until they get their ish together. I hope they do soon, because there's so much potential here! The good: wine, location, views, interior decor, and vibe. CHEFS KISS! The bad: extremely limited food menu, no happy hour (c'mon!!), non-attentive (and possibly inexperienced) servers, pricey, and minimal outdoor seating/shade. They sat us inside alongside the window. It was nice at first, but the sun quickly impeded on us and there was no respite. Customers were even putting their napkins on their shoulders/arms to block the sun. Why didn't that alert staff to roll the shades down (or do they not have shades?)? It became uncomfortable really fast. The wine was chilled and tasty, but the minimal bites left us wanting more. On top of that, it took forever to get water refills, our order placed, and the check. In all, we couldn't wait to leave... read more

We'd heard super mixed reviews about this place from friends, so we decided to check it out ourselves - and honestly, we were very pleasantly surprised! We stopped by on Saturday night (7/20) just to grab a drink and some snacks before heading to dinner. The weather was gorgeous and we were hoping to soak up some sun and enjoy a glass of wine with a lake view. It was busy (not shocking for a Saturday), and the outdoor area was totally full - but they gave us the option to stand outside, which worked perfectly for us. The biggest complaint we'd heard from others was slow or inattentive service, but that definitely wasn't our experience. Within 10 minutes of arriving, we had wine and some salty almonds in hand. Staff checked on us multiple times, and there were always a bunch of people running around making sure everyone had what they needed. It really seemed like something had changed behind the scenes?! We didn't try the full food menu, so can't speak to that part - but based on our visit, we'd say it's worth giving this place another shot. It felt like the team had regrouped, and the vibe was great! The location is just amazing and it has so much potential!! read more

Food was tasty, drinks came out quick, service was very friendly. Great place to sit outside on a nice day.

A wine bar on the water... who could ask for anything more?! I don't think they've even been open a week yet, but they're doing a great job figuring out the space quickly. My husband and I came in without a reservation on a Thursday afternoon just after 4pm and though the venue was bustling, we were quickly seated at the short bar. We ordered a prosecco rosé and a guava spritz, both perfect drinks for a sunny afternoon. For food, we shared olives, chips & crème fraîche, and a Greek salad with chicken. While we thought it was a little strange that they all came out at the same time about 20 minutes after ordering (I would've thought the olives and chips would be out first), we weren't really here for a meal, more so for wine and a little nosh, so this was perfectly fine. The snacks were yummy and great to accompany our drinks. Though I wouldn't consider this a place for dinner, it's a perfect wine bar that happens to have some very good snacks, and that's just what I need for lunch or between meals. I can't wait to come here with my girl friends and yap over a (well-priced) bottle of wine and a charcuterie board while looking at the boats! read more

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We came and purchased a bottle on the patio in standing room, there was empty table so we put in our name with our server to be seated. Meanwhile 2 more tables opened up and no one was seated... mind you there was availability in the restaurant and no lines. We then seated ourselves and were quickly approached stating that there was someone ahead of us on the list. We were then seated on the picnic table with others that was never offered as seating... then an hour went by with no parties being sat at either open table. Don't waste your time here read more

The Cove is definitely not prepared at all for the seattle summer rush. I'm hoping they're able to turn it around asap - I also acknowledge that have been open a week so still working through the pain points on what works / what doesn't . ATM - I'd deem this spot a tourist trap, sadly. Everyone is all over the place and it's clear there has been either zero training or the D squad was hired but it's too large of a space to not have clear owners of a section. Wait times are absurd, I'm patient but asking for ONE glass of wine 3x and then arriving 45 min later is unacceptable. In addition, how does a wine bar run out wine...? Ironic...even beyond all of this, I can look past it bc overall the wine selection is decent and prices are reasonable for some QT gal pal time. What really sealed the deal for me is when our snacks came out to the table...for $12 you've ordered yourself ruffles' best and deans sour cream scallion dip along with $18 qfc shrimp cocktail. Don't get me wrong, I love ruffles and qfc shrimp Cocktail but at this price, I expect better considering at Terra platta their chip and dip platter is also $12 but is homemade chips with a real crème fraiche dip with a rooftop garden. read more

The Cove - Chips and crème fraiche & shrimp cocktail - Wine Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wonderful space down by the water to watch seaplanes take off and enjoy a glass and a bite with friends. Staff are warm and inviting despite how many people were waiting for a table. Ended up waiting for an hour (expected) and found out you can make a reservation ahead of time. The wine list was a good size with a nice variation of cost. The only reasons why I knocked down my rating were because I had to pull a different staff member to pay my tab after waiting half an hour with no check in from our previous waiter. Also, there were empty tables open while people were waiting that could've been used, but this could be for a reason unknown to me. Overall, would recommend if you've got the time to wait. read more

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This place left so much to be desired. I was so excited to try this spot! They advertise moorage but there are No Mooring signs everywhere. We found transient moorage and went inside. We brought our dog with us because we assumed we could just sit on the patio. As soon as we walked in the front door, all of the servers standing around the server desk looked at us and started whispering. The hostess said "My manager said dogs are a hard "No", even on the patio". Even if we could've stayed, the patio with empty tables was a 2 hour wait. I'm pretty certain we won't try this place again. It would've been a great spot to bring friends visiting but there are so many other places that will get our service instead. read more

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We'd been meaning to stop by The Cove since they opened recently, as the location is perfect and it's been too long since that area has seen something new. We had originally made a reservation on opening night, but for better or worse they were so busy they were unable to accommodate us. Ultimately they made it right and invited us back to a VIP Night to truly get the experience. Their marketing manager Mary really took care of us! Our server Rana was amazing, super attentive, and really made us feel comfortable. The patio seating was awesome. The ambiance inside looked great too. We had some good small bites and really enjoyed the Orange wine. We will be back soon! read more

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3.75 stars. Came on a Tuesday around 4:45pm... They weren't too terribly busy. Lots of ample seating. We were a party of 6, so gratuity ended up included with each separate check (they told us only three could be done, but in the end there were four). I paid $36.50 for one glass of Sauvignon Blanc wine ($12) and the vegetarian baguette (sandwich) ($16?). The sandwich had roasted red peppers, argula and some kind of thick cheese slice - must be new menu addition as no where in searching for specs does it exist at this time. Tasty. The bread was super soft, which was a happy surprise and cheese was gooey. They don't have an extensive wine list, but there's still a good variety of 6 choices per of red, white & roses. There was also sparkling, beer and non-alcoholic beverages to pick from. Overall it felt a little pricey for a "hang out over wine" spot. Decent service. Not sure I'll return. read more

Incredible vibes as The Cove! We sat outside this summer right next to the water. The flatbread was tasty and the charcuterie board was plentiful! Drinks were a great plus. Our server was very funny as well! read more

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i was a bit scared to come here after seeing some negative reviews, but actually had a good experience! super cute wine bar on the water, but my group and i sat inside. the ambience is great and very beachy. we just ordered the two seasonal spritzes -- the red wine mandarin spritz and the white wine guava spritz. both were yummy but i preferred the guava. my only issue was the price, since each drink was about ~$15. service was quite friendly and workers were attentive. read more

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We stopped by The Cove before attending the Morgan Wallen concert. The wine and beer on tap was perfection; the food menu was delicious; and the venue was warm and inviting. The service staff attended to our every need, and they were especially sweet and accommodating to our children. Last but not least, the views of South Lake Union and the outside patio area are 10/10. We will definitely be back! read more

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While the vibes of this wine bar are there, the service and staff are not. Greeted with a bit of hostility by the hostess and mis-communication between the servers and the hostess. We sat at our inside table for nearly 1.5 hours before we had to flag down our server to place another order and then were told we could go outside to take in the view, however, when we did that we lost our table inside. Understandably, this is a new-ish wine bar however, it's disappointing to see the reality of this place not match what you see on social media. Been here twice and sadly won't be rushing back. read more

Came in for a group happy hour on a Thursday afternoon to try The Cove. It is a very cute space with a good amount of seating both in and outdoors. Drinks and food were pretty standard Seattle pricing - nothing really stood out in terms of taste or uniqueness. It is right by the water and is a great ambiance, but a few cons to note: you have to pay for parking in the lot and dogs are NOT allowed on the patio. Yelp says they are, but that is incorrect. Overall, a pretty average experience - I wouldn't necessarily prioritize coming back, but worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

I had really high hopes for this spot since the location is fabulous, the aesthetic and branding are super cute, and I love a wine bar. However, the service was unprofessional and the bar did not seem equipped to deal with the amount of customers that came in. I made a reservation in advance for a group of 10 people for a special occasion and after we were seated, it took at least 30 minutes to be helped, and even more of a wait to get the items we ordered. They were out of some of the bottles of wine we wanted and our server instead offered us opened bottles that would then add up to a bottle. We accepted that and our server brought 3 bottles of wine which added up to just over a bottle. However, around 20 minutes after dropping off the wine at our table, the server came back, and without giving us any explanation, took the bottles away. It was very confusing and the server was walking around the space ignoring us for a while afterwards. In general for food service, I have never experienced items being taken off the table without an explanation while we were still consuming them. Overall, this experience put a sour taste in my mouth for what I thought would be a great spot. I hope The Cove works out their kinks and hopefully has more consistent and professional service in the future. read more

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Opened about 4 weeks ago and it's packed, they've put a lot into the aesthetics of the restaurant and the location is amazing right in front of South Lake Union with the view of MOHAI and the Space Needle. They have a great patio space but it's limited and so they only take walk ins currently since they serve bottles of wine as well as per glass. This is probably the only thing that's great about this place which is disappointing since they are a newcomer to the restaurant scene but not new to the beverage and wine scene. Definitely understand that walk in policy since it's new and busy but the service here is lacking. After waiting 20 mins while the next table is getting their order of wine and food served to them. We went to order our bottle of brut cuvée at the bar. We did put our name down for a table and after the bar back came to serve our bottle we got seated. The server of the section did mention she would come around but never did. After getting seated we were waiting for the section server to come see if we wanted a food order but never came around. We had to wave one down so we could get our food and drink order in. read more

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I came here on opening day and had a great experience, although service was a bit slow it was nothing out of the ordinary for a brand new spot. I was excited to bring friends back here because the bar is super cute. Unfortunately, I came back tonight and had a pretty bad experience. Firstly, the website says "walk ins only" which I thought was odd because last weekend they were only taking reservations. We walked in and were asked if we had a reservation, to which I responded that the website said no reservations or we would have made one. They said the wait would be 30 mins minimum or we could sit at the short bar, so we chose to sit at the bar. We waited upwards of 20 minutes for waters and menus. We ordered a bottle of wine and said we may be interested in food but needed a minute. Unfortunately our server never returned. We drank our bottle of wine and waited for someone to come and ask if we wanted something else to drink or food and nobody ever came. Eventually one member of our party got up and tracked down our server to ask for the bill and we had to wait an additional 15 mins for it to be brought over to us. Overall a super disappointing experience, especially after my last visit was great. We wanted to spend more money and support a new business but the service made that literally impossible. Probably won't be back for a while, at least until they work out these issues with service. read more

The good things: the vibes, the views, quick seating on a holiday. That's about it. The bad things: the service was okay. Our waitress was very nice and ended up comping some items at the end. The wait for food was unbelievable. After waiting for about 20 minutes to order, we ordered 2 Cesar salads. It took over 45 minutes, until we couldn't stay any longer. In addition, another member of our table ordered side olives (the kind you dump from a jar to a plate) and that took 35 minutes. I'm not sure if it was poor communication between the wait staff and kitchen, or poor kitchen management. Whatever it was, it left a horrible taste in my mouth. (No pun intended, since we never actually ate.) read more

My sister and I came in on a Saturday around noon. We had great service from the staff and loved our drinks and snacks. It wasn't too busy since it was cloudy out. The vibe of the restaurant was great, it would be perfect for a bridal shower or something like that. Lots of space. read more

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It's new so kinks are still being worked out but the food/wine is great and ambience is great for a girls night but service is very slow. We ordered a bottle a wine and some apps and our server never came back with the check for an hour and hadnot checked on us. We had to walk up to someone for our bill and our water was never refilled. The servers were all drinking wine which is so fun but we did want to leave. read more

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Great food and atmosphere. Decent priced wine, with a beautiful interior and great patio. I also loved all the signage and branding, honestly i think the exterior is misleading but once you're inside it's a totally different environment. We sat both inside and outside and had an excellent time! We got one of their pizzas and the chips w/ créme fresh. Both were great, my only suggestion would be to add more chips because it felt like the portion was a bit small and they seemed like they weren't house made anyways. Otherwise, it's a beautiful location on the lake with great vibes once you get inside! read more

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I was slightly confused where The Cove was located because on Apple Maps it showed that it was one building over. I enjoyed my visit. I came solo for a couple of glasses of wine to enjoy the outdoors and relax. I had a beautiful view outside of the water, sea planes, and the Space Needle. The wine was fantastic and I loved the logo on the glass. I did enjoy not being bothered much by my server. She read me correctly and I just wanted to enjoy myself without being interrupted on a quiet afternoon. Will be back the next time I'm in town! read more

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