Covo La Jolla

4.1 (8)

$31 to $50

Continental

1205 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037

About this restaurant

Great for live music
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Covo Lounge – Extend the evening’s adventures in an upscale setting that offers exceptional food, drink & music. Our off-the- beaten-path establishment hidden in plain sight on Prospect Street in La Jolla will make you feel like you’ve wandered into a modern, sophisticated speakeasy – enveloping you in opulence with its low-ceiling, plush-seating & after-hours atmosphere. A blend of elegance & the extraordinary, Covo Lounge is a destination in and of itself!

Feed Your Late-Night Cravings
Each tavern-inspired menu item is consciously crafted by San Diego-renowned Executive Chef Augie Saucedo. Our unsurpassed service is perfectly paired with every plate that leaves our kitchen. You’ll also be elated to find an exquisite drink list with unexpected temptations.

Beyond small-batch food & drink selections, we also feature local musical talent from the Covo Lounge stage. Check out our calendar to gauge ‘arrangements’ planned for each evening.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Continental, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Coffee Shop Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar/Lounge Fri, Sat 7:00 pm–1:00 am
Website
http://www.covolajolla.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Augie Saucedo
Private party facilities
La Jolla's most unique venue, surrounded by elegance and decor. A one-of-a-kind experience like no other in San Diego. Large Events or Intimate Gatherings, Event Catering, Lounge & Bar with live entertainment, Coffee House & Cafe. An extraordinary experience at the cove.

Location
1205 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037
Area
La Jolla
Cross Street
Ivanhoe Ave.
Parking Details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Covo La Jolla.

4.1

(8)

3.8Food
4.0Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

8 Reviews

F
Fordman
San Diego3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 17 February 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately there was a paper sign taped to the door stating they were closed due to water damage, however we had a reservations and should have been notified prior to arriving with our guests. Apparently they have been closed for 2 weeks.
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AnnaL
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Anna Danes does an excellent job of getting great talent at her venue. We loved the music and ambiance!
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BrianG Gold
San Diego65 reviews
2.0
Dined on 16 December 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I made an 11 p.m. booking here for dinner after a show at LJ Playhouse, knowing that our show wouldn't end before 10:15, and not wanting to show up late for a reservation. I received a message the day of stating that they'd still be open at that time, but that the entertainment was scheduled to stop at 11 (which I'd noticed when I made the reservation) and offering to move my reservation earlier if I wanted. I will say that the place is really pretty and has a nice atmosphere overall. We arrived around 10:35 and seated immediately. Soon after, I noticed something on the table stating that there was a 2 drink minimum purchase requirement per person. This bothered me a bit because I'd driven instead of Ubering, and I'd had a cocktail before our show. I was planning to have one glass of wine with dinner but nothing more to ensure I'd be safe to drive 15 miles home. Had I been informed of the minimum, I'd have either picked a different place or planned our transport differently. I didn't even address that, because I was starving (10:45 is later than I normally have dinner). When I asked for a food menu, I was told their kitchen had closed at 10:15. Who closes their kitchen 45 minutes ahead of scheduled dinner parties with reservations? Accepting that this may be my mistake, I checked OpenTable to see if it said anything about the kitchen closing at the early hour. It doesn't. Nor does their website. In fact, their online food menu has the open hours of 7 p.m.-1 a.m. appearing. The website also says in large print "Feed your late night cravings" above the link to that lounge food menu, which to me is their way of promoting themselves as a late night dining establishment, which, by the way, was the single most significant criteria influencing my decision to choose that restaurant for that evening. On top of that, the "entertainment" was two women on stage (one signing, and one playing keyboard), who by all indications appeared completely high on some sort of drugs.
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GVML
Los Angeles26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 October 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, great entertainment. We loved it!
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Bill
San Diego2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 13 October 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Our waitress was not good or attentive. We kept running out of coffee, water, and drinks. I ended up tipping the waiter that was serving the table next to us because I kept asking him to get our waitress. I asked him to fill our water glasses several times, which he did.
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Howbar
San Diego11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 September 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Covo is an elegant and beautifully decorated gem of a restaurant, good for couples or a group. The service is impeccable and the food delicious. We’ve only been there on Friday and Saturday nights when they have entertainment. They’re making changes which will include breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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FoxR
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 September 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time seeing “on the DL” local new band. They were off the hook entertaining everyone with the music and conversations.
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Plumeria
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 July 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to Covo Lounge in La Jolla for the first time and it was wonderful! We got there at 7:30pm, live music started at 8pm. Cedrice was an amazing singer and performer! Highly recommend for a evening of Jazz/R&B. Great food and atmosphere. Not overcrowded. Music noise level was perfect. Will be going again!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Continental, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Coffee Shop Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Bar/Lounge Fri, Sat 7:00 pm–1:00 am
Website
http://www.covolajolla.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Augie Saucedo
Private party facilities
La Jolla's most unique venue, surrounded by elegance and decor. A one-of-a-kind experience like no other in San Diego. Large Events or Intimate Gatherings, Event Catering, Lounge & Bar with live entertainment, Coffee House & Cafe. An extraordinary experience at the cove.

Location
1205 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037
Area
La Jolla
Cross Street
Ivanhoe Ave.
Parking Details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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