The Dakota
| Address: | 629 US-190, Covington, LA 70433, USA |
| Phone: | +1 985-892-3712 |
| Site: | thedakotarestaurant.com |
| Rating: | 4.6 |
| Working: | 5:30–9PM 11AM–1:30PM 11AM–1:30PM 11AM–1:30PM 11AM–1:30PM 5:30–10PM Closed |
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Allen Bertrand
Two weeks ago, for an early Valentine’s Day dinner, I took my girlfriend to Dakota Restaurant. Our server, Blaine, recommended a couple of very good white wines and also the Shrimp Napoleon for our appetizer. WOW!!! The Shrimp Napoleon was absolutely stupendous. For entrées, we had the Mixed Grill (Seafood), Crab-Brie Soup, and Mirliton Casserole. The Mixed Grill and Crab-Brie soup were both exceedingly good. I’m not a big Brie fan, but the way in which it was prepared in the soup was fantastic. The Mirliton Casserole left a little to be desired, but it was still good. Then it was on to the dessert. We chose the Brûlée Banana Split. Holy smoke!!!! That was one heck of a dessert. To sum our night at Dakota, we had a wonderful time enjoying not only the great food and drinks, but also the great service from Blaine. We will be back.
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A Private User
The best soft shell crab dish in Louisiana. Great rack of Lamb and Porterhouse Steak. All appetizers are delicious. This is not a family restaurant except for special occasions. It is very pricey. I will say however you are not just paying for food it is an experience. This is my go to restaurant for Birthdays, Anniversaries, and to introduce my children into fine dinning experience. The only problem is the smug pretentiousness of the patrons and they want to be seen so they are excessive loud. I have seen Kevin Costner, John Goodman, Kate Hudson and Oliver stone in the place. It has an excellent wait staff and the Food is some of the best Ive had the pleasure to enjoy but Again the Place is LOUD and dinner for two with app. and one drink will be north of $100.00
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Matthew Montero
Always a favorite choice for a fine, delicate meal and service experience on the Northshore. Management is great and treats you with a personablility and grace. The food is arguably the best in the Covington Mandeville area. Largely french in cuisine, my personal favorites include the foie gras speciality that varies in its preparation, along with the crab meat and brie soup. The entrees have never disappointed and have remained consistent in flavor in the last 10 years of dining there. The waitstaff is well trained, well mannered, and educated on the food and wine selection. In all, Dakotas is a beautiful and elegantly paced dining experience. 5 star
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Mike Fein
Nearly perfect meal, superbly served, nicely paced, visually pleasing, and great flavor combinations. Grilled oysters with bleu cheese rival GW Finns and Dragos. Oyster Rockerfeller soup great. Shrimp and grits, seafood grill (with lobster) fantastic. Romantic setting, soft music background, not packed in. Save some room for a brownie dessert. Dakota pays attention to details, without the pretentiousness of the French Quarter. Wines: wow!
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Jeff York
Incredible! My wife and I had an amazing meal with even better service last night! We sat at the bar and were taken care of by Trey and Daniel. They were very attentive and gave great suggestions. Everything we had was awesome! If you dont have the crab and brie soup youre not living.
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Beata Calvy
My family and I went to the Dakota for Thanksgiving. All the dishes we ate were delicious and satisfying. The service was wonderful. All of the wait staff was attentive and friendly. I would highly recommend this restaurant looking for a wonderful dining experience.
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Rufina Rosa
My husband and I always enjoy our visits here. The wine selection is spectacular. The food is outstanding. The staff is friendly. My husband calls the crab brie soup a little bowl of heaven. We have been here many times and have never been disappointed.
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Marco Navarra
Outstanding from the moment I walked in. Shrimp Napoleon was fantastic as was the Herb Crusted Salmon with Gnoochi. Preston and his team provided very attentive service! Worth it!
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A Private User
If you want great service and great food go to Dakota. I have been here on many occasions and i keep going back. Everything i have had there is so savory. Excellent.
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Robin Ruzic
WOW! This place had excellent service and food! The chargrilled oysters were fabulous! The attention to detail and service was excellent!
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Lisa Landesman
Dakota offers fine dining at its best! My husband and I are foodies and can highly recommend Dakota. You really must try it!
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Abdul Hamideh
Food was great, would not order the oysters again however. Service was disappointing for a five star place though.
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Darius Shad
The current chef prepares delectable entrees in a consistent manner. Great service.
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Louis Le blanc
Food was outstanding! Soft shell crab the best! Great atmosphere for my anniversary.
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David Carr
Good food, service and atmosphere....also quite close to the hotel I was staying :)
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GoodStuffEnjoyer
Great people, great drinks, and great food. Its uhh... great
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Brandon Mahl
Nice atmosphere, good service. Food is above average.
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Jack Edwards
best food acroos the lake. great wine list.
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andrew vigueira
Truly a 5 star restaurant in all respects
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Linda Crafton
Great atmosphere. Crab soup was amazing.
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Edward Dittman
Superb restaurant, great staff
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Paige Cockrell
It was absolutely great !!!!!
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A Private User
Decent food poor management.
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E J Fielding
The best food and service.
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Linda Davis
Great food
