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Dakota Restaurant - Covington, Covington, LA

Dakota Restaurant - Covington

4.8
4.8
1253 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
Open since October of 1990, The Dakota has been a pioneer in the culinary industry on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. Their cuisine is influenced by the flavorful Creole cuisine, with Contemporary Louisiana. Other influences include the Southwest, California, and Asia using fresh local and seasonal ingredients.
The carefully selected wines pay tribute to the well crafted wines of North America while offering many of the traditional Old World styles of Europe.
In October of 2023, The Dakota moved to its new location in Historic Downtown Covington...just a block from the iconic Southern Hotel.
The Dakota continues to set the mark for what people look for when they dine – well crafted food, detail-oriented service, plush surroundings, and genuine hospitality.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary French / American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (985) 892-3712
  • Website
    http://www.thedakotarestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kim Kringlie
  • Catering
    Off-site catering for both elegant and casual events in any location desired. Our event planning and catering branch, Grand Events and Dakota Catered, has designed and catered parties of 2 to 1200 in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Texas, and New York.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer multiple Dining Rooms for your Private Event- Create memories while hosting your Wedding Rehearsal, Birthday or Anniversary Celebration with family and friends. The Dining Rooms can be arranged to host your next Corporate Event, while providing space for your AV needs.
  • Location
    310 E Boston St, Covington, LA 70433
  • Neighbourhood
    Covington
  • Cross Street
    Boston Street and Massachusetts Street
  • Parking details
    Restaurant parking lot located next to The Dakota.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Monday- Saturday Evenings

Starters

  • Tuna TartareUS$17.00

    truffle-scented, shallots, capers, tomato, lemon, dill; crostinis

    • Lobster AranciniUS$24.00

      gruyère, lobster crème, beurre blanc

      • Grilled Argentine Royal Red ShrimpUS$18.00

        pimentón de la vera, polenta, parmigiano, crisp spinach, chimichurri

        • Red Curry-Coconut PEI MoulesUS$24.00

          white wine, shallots, cilantro, lime; grill bread

          • Screaming Oak Farms Mushroom FlatbreadUS$22.00

            fontina, bechamel; caramelized onions, arugula, truffled-balsamic

            • Lamb NachosUS$18.00

              classic Dakota...ground lamb, tomato chutney, sweet potato chips; danish bleu

              • Charred Bone MarrowUS$21.00

                red onion-thyme jam; grill bread

                • Foie GrasUS$28.00

                  daily preparation

                  • The Lump Crabmeat & Brie SoupUS$17.00

                    our signature soup

                    • Soup du Jour

                      daily preparation

                      Boards and Salads

                      • Charcuterie BoardUS$26.00

                        cured meats, truffled-chicken liver mousse, marinated olives, caper berries, dijon; house crisps

                        • Planche de FromageUS$28.00

                          selected artisan cheeses, fruit, sea salt roasted almonds; house crisps

                          • Frisée-Arugula Beet SaladUS$15.00

                            pickled red & golden beets, red onions, balsamic vinaigrette; chévre, honey-roasted walnuts

                            • Charred Romaine CaesarUS$14.00

                              red onion, tomato, parmigiano reggiano

                              • Sesame Seared Ahi TunaUS$18.00

                                rare seared; pickled ginger, asian vinaigrette; wasabi aioli

                                • The BleuUS$15.00

                                  butter lettuce, spiced cashews, granny smiths apples, red onion; danish bleu vinaigrette

                                  Entrées

                                  • Sweet Chili-Orange Glazed Hidden Fjord SalmonUS$38.00

                                    brussels sprouts-louisiana yam hash; lardons

                                    • Redfish PontchartrainUS$45.00

                                      shrimp, crabmeat, mushrooms, scallion-citrus butter; haricots verts

                                      • Brown Butter Seared U-10 Sea ScallopsUS$46.00

                                        roasted cauliflower gratin, citrus gastrique, preserved lemon; hazelnuts

                                        • Ragout of Screaming Oaks Farm MushroomsUS$38.00

                                          gnocchi; charred shallots, parmigiano tuile; herb salad

                                          • Pan-Seared Duck BreastUS$39.00

                                            confit duck risotto, port-rosemary jus

                                            • Pepper-Grilled Filet MignonUS$58.00

                                              fondant potato, spinach purée; herb black garlic butter

                                              • Veal with 3 SaucesUS$48.00

                                                pan sauteed baby veal medallions, jumbo lump crabmeat, asparagus, bordelaise, lemon butter, béarnaise; herb potato tart

                                                • Grilled Bone-In Iberico Pork ChopUS$47.00

                                                  sofrito; flowering kale, zucchini; patatas bravas

                                                  Sides

                                                  • Frites MaisonUS$15.00

                                                    truffle-parmigiana; herb aïoli

                                                    • Cauliflower-Chèvre GratinUS$16.00

                                                      chévre, parmesan

                                                      • Butter-Poached AsparagusUS$16.00

                                                        hollandaise

                                                        • Sautéed Screaming Oaks Farms Mushroom MedleyUS$16.00

                                                          sherry; worcestershire

                                                          • Lobster MacUS$24.00

                                                            gruyère, fontina; panko crust

                                                            Breads

                                                            • Olive-Rosemary FocacciaUS$7.00

                                                              evoo

                                                              • Brioche RollsUS$7.00

                                                                truffled butter

                                                                • Butter N Steen's-Glazed CornBreadUS$7.00

                                                                  steen's glazed

                                                                  Last updated: December 5, 2024

                                                                  What 1,253 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                  4.8
                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                  • 4.9Ambience
                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                  Loved For

                                                                  • New Orleans / Louisiana

                                                                    American

                                                                  • New Orleans

                                                                    Best Ambience

                                                                  • New Orleans

                                                                    American

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  Dakota Restaurant in Covington offers a "fine dining experience extraordinaire" with a "beautiful location" and "great ambiance." The food consistently receives praise for its "creative flavors" and "superior quality." Service is "exceptional," with staff like Jennifer and Shawn providing "impeccable" attention. Though occasionally pricey, it's a "special" destination for memorable occasions.

                                                                  1,253 Reviews

                                                                  1. Jonathan

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Our server Bret was fantastic and very knowledgable! The food was delicious and the drinks were well made. The feeling of the “new” location is much better than the old one. It was a nice evening and a good place to celebrate our anniversary. Would recommend! Ps. Big fan of the black/white napkin depending on your attire.

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                                                                  2. Leonard

                                                                    New York City

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Food off the chart delicious, outstanding presentation. Service very good, not pretentious or overbearing. Wine selection is vast and well selected. Atmosphere and lighting well thought out. We look forward to returning soon.

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                                                                  3. Jeffrey

                                                                    Mississippi

                                                                    28 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    28 reviews

                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    I’ve eaten at the old location several times and the food was great. This was my first visit to the new location. Beautiful location with a great ambiance. We ate lunch and overall had a great experience. That said my wife had the Puppy Drum Almondine and was thoroughly pleased. I had the Crab and Brie soup which was outstanding. However I chose the special burger for the day and was less than satisfied. It was a combination of two patties of meat which one was veal. I found it difficult to pick up and eat because the bun was falling apart. The flavor, while interesting, was not to my liking. I would not order again. Let me be clear, I like this restaurant and will return again. I just would not order this burger.

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                                                                  4. Tod

                                                                    Houston

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                     Our server was great and recommended great food that we truly enjoyed The staff was on top of everything and we loved the experience.

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                                                                  5. Ronald

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Service was excellent and everything we ordered was cooked to perfection. Love the coconut cake!!

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                                                                  6. Shawn

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Tyler and Rebecca were both great and the dishes were prepared well. However, both the chicken breast and the tenderloin needed more seasoning. If they'd been seasoned properly it'd be 5 stars.

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                                                                  7. Keith

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Enjoyed lunch here. Our server Jennifer was great! Had Royal Red shrimp appetizer, Puppy Drum entree with Steak and Frites entree and Apple Tart dessert w/coffee. It was all very tasty. Tables well spaced and quiet atmosphere. An upscale lunch experience we really enjoyed. We would definitely return.

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                                                                  8. larry

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We have dined at Dakota several times after the move and they never disappoint. We highly recommend.

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                                                                  9. Tim

                                                                    Memphis

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    Dined on February 14, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Very special treat to drive from Memphis just to eat here. Our server, Shawn, is a delight. Very attentive, personable, knowledgeable and overall a good/nice person. The food…. AMAZING! The detailed presentation and flavor is 5 star plus. Atmosphere is energetic, romantic, and relaxing. Will definitely make the drive again just to eat here. Thank you for the incredible experience!

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                                                                  10. randy

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    New Orleans

                                                                    90 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    90 reviews

                                                                    Dined on February 9, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We loved the food was next to a Big table with a lot of volume and they were having fun

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  Dakota Restaurant - Covington offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (985) 892-3712.

                                                                  Dakota Restaurant - Covington is rated 4.8 stars by 1253 OpenTable diners.

                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                  2 people
                                                                  7:00 p.m.
                                                                  Booked 13 times today

                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                  Google Map for Dakota Restaurant - Covington

                                                                  310 E Boston St, Covington, LA 70433

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                    Boston Street and Massachusetts Street
                                                                  • Neighbourhood
                                                                    Covington
                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                    Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $50 and over
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    American, Contemporary French / American, Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Elegant Dining
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    Restaurant parking lot located next to The Dakota.
                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                    Kim Kringlie
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                  • Website
                                                                    http://www.thedakotarestaurant.com/
                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                    (985) 892-3712
                                                                  • Catering
                                                                    Off-site catering for both elegant and casual events in any location desired. Our event planning and catering branch, Grand Events and Dakota Catered, has designed and catered parties of 2 to 1200 in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Texas, and New York.
                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                    We offer multiple Dining Rooms for your Private Event- Create memories while hosting your Wedding Rehearsal, Birthday or Anniversary Celebration with family and friends. The Dining Rooms can be arranged to host your next Corporate Event, while providing space for your AV needs.

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