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The Kove

3.4 (72 reviews)
Open 2:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Abbe N.

This would've been four stars if the situation hadn't been so abysmally disappointing. It was our first time, and we were invited to meet up with other parties "at a really nice bar." I'm thinking laser lights, New Years partying, lots of drinking, casual and fun entertainment! What I didn't expect? A Country Club wannabe. An actual "really nice" bar, in the sense of appearance and self-proclaimed class. Everyone had reservations - We had no idea. The attentive hostess allowed us a table, but the spot was treated like a consolation prize for the servers, as intended people had apparently cancelled. My friend and I weren't hungry, but I ordered something just to be courteous, all at once for convenience: Pizza, sweet potato fries, and a few drinks. Simple! I still wanted to gradually get drunk, but those hopes withered as every table around us was promptly catered to. Was I supposed to go stand by the bar all night? I had no idea. It took approximately 35 minutes just for me to get one of two identical spiked lemonades though. The kitchen worked faster than the bar apparently, but even that had no benefit. Pizza was simple, fries didn't have powdered sugar or maple glaze. Once it cooled down, it was tasteless junk. The night carried on, and my second drink only arrived when I finally called for the check... after three people came to the table to ask what I'd even ordered, an hour and 10 minutes later. It would've been better if they didn't bring it at all; they made it disgustingly strong - Not a lick of lemonade in the glass, literally ending the night with a bad taste in my mouth. The server gave a few exhausted apologies, and I gave a minimum tip. My friend and I wiggled our way out with that. As someone who grew up in the restaurant business, I can say that the place really isn't suited for anything remotely close to maximum occupancy, and everything was egregiously disorganized. None of this was worth it, and I doubt I'll come back for anything else at this location.

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Kristina K.

I have eaten here twice and the food has been good both times. The staff are very nice and helpful. I really enjoyed my Chicken Neapolitan sandwich, it was unique and very flavorful. I also got the carrot cake, which was good, but didn't impress me. I would definitely come back here, as the rest of their menu was filled with interesting options.

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Too much staff turnover for mediocre food and inconsistent meals. Skip it and go somewhere else.

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Vampire Blood Martinis make Tina a rock star and the seafood nachos are delicious adds few oysters and I'll be back again

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2 years ago

Best chicken tenders around and very friendly staff. They also gave me a pitcher of water on the table.

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2 years ago

Buck a shuck jumbo shrimp and oysters fantastic half hour! Great bartenders! Beautiful place to hang out with friends.

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9 years ago

Love this spot for good food and drinks. Good entertainment, older crowd which is nice to be around. Clean environment, plenty of parking

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13 years ago

I was pleasantly shocked at the quality of the food. Great choice of draft beers, excellent service. Everyone seems to try hard.

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This place does a nice job and isn't pretentious about the food or service. Highly recommended.

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