Cove Restaurant

Name: Cove Restaurant
Address: 243-10 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY, United States, 11422
Telephone: (347) 426-9496
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

71 Reviews

$31 to $50

Jamaican

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Cove is a full service restaurant located in Rosedale NY. Cove's mission is to serve our customers by bringing an upscale dining experience to Rosedale. We strive to bring our customers the best quality Caribbean Cuisine with great flavor, hospitality and ambience.

Known for our great seafood we at Cove take pride in providing our customers with the best Caribbean inspired seafood dishes. We are not the traditional Caribbean restaurant as all our dishes are made to order and served beautifully.

Cove's unique design can be described as trendy yet contemporary. The subdued lighting gives the restaurant a warm and cozy feel. Whether it’s hanging with friends, going on a date, birthdays or anniversary celebrations, Cove is the best place for great food & drinks.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Jamaican, Caribbean, West Indian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(347) 426-9496
Website
http://www.coverestaurantnyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Veteran, Women

Location
243-10 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11422
Neighborhood
Queens
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Brown Stewed Snapper
Whole fish pan fried and stewed down. Served with your choice of side
Escovitch Snapper
Whole fish pan fried topped with onions and peppers. Served with your choice of side
Grilled Salmon
Fresh salmon grilled and topped with a garlic lemon sauce. Served with your choice of side
Buttered Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp sauteed in a savory butter sauce
Cove Rasta Pasta
Penne pasta simmered in a light creamy sauce. Served with grilled chicken
Oxtail
Oxtail simmered in a brown gravy sauce. Served with your choice of side
Roti
Goat curried in spicy sauce and served with roti skin, a flaky unleavened bread

Sides

Choose one

Rice & Peas
White Rice
Mashed Potatoes
Bammy

Dessert

Dessert
Ask about our dessert of the day

What 71 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Queens
Good for business meals
Queens
Good for special occasions

71 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
Looks great inside service was good , just a bit to pricey for Astoria
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time making reservations for a birthday this was the perfect low key spot great music great hosts and efficient. They made my friends birthday a great time!
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RaymondB
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first dining experience at Cove and we were very happy with the food and the service.
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DebT
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
The food was excellent and I always love the decor of the restaurant. My mother is a very picky eater but she never had a single complaint when she comes here. The drinks are tasty because Nickisha is one of the best bartenders I know. The server wasn’t as enthusiastic as I’m used too, but all in all my mother enjoyed her birthday. This is a Great restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience5
The food wasn’t so great plus the server was unprofessional so bad they need training how to attend to customers .they serve my drink in a broken glass like come on please look before you start serve your drinks it could of have a piece of broken glass in it but otherwise I like the environment
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
This place was a 5 out of 5. Food delicious, drinks slapped, music poppin. The waiters are patient and do everything they need to do to ensure customer satisfaction. They were a good time. Will definitely go back.
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BklynB
New York Area
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great Happy Hour - jerk shrimp, jerk chicken appetizers were huge hits. As was Main course brown stew Red Snapper. Terrific waitstaff made this birthday celebration REAL NICE - our part of 7 did not mind the party atmosphere of the front dining room.
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CeileneP
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Quiet on Tuesday, food comes out fast. Rum punch and mojito was great
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DianneJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was amazing! The food was great and the music made the entire night awesome
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Michie
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Amazing dining experience. The food, drinks, vibes, and ambiance. Drinks are strong and price low compared to other similar spots Upscale carribean dining. The Cove Shrimp is a must. Your tastebuds will thank you. Large portion size, definitely get your money’s worth. Although on a smaller scale the design is such you don’t feel cramped and there is ample space between you and other customers. Enjoyed everything ordered will definitely return to sample other items.
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AlTess45
New York Area
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant food was excellent & as soon as we ordered our drinks & food didn’t take long to arrive to our table. Also, our server Jaden was very professional & helpful made experience here very special.
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Philo
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall3food5service2ambience5
Wait staff took a long time to come and initially greet the table when we were seated. Our actual cocktails ordered came out before the waters. As someone who works in the hospitality industry this was the biggest turn off. We had to ask our server Jayden for water and it was quickly brought over to us. Floor was not busy as well so very unsure of why that was. Currently on the fence on returning. Service is a big part of the experience and this wasn’t great for us. Food was great! We ordered calamari and mango spicy wings for our appetizers. Best calamari I’ve had in a while. Everything tasted amazing and portions were a great size. We were full even before finishing off our meal.
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RosileeW
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
We got seated at our reserved time slot. Waiter was not polite very bad at taking our order. Food came out room temperature. Environment music was too loud for conversation.
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ChentellD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
No complaints. Food was great, drinks were bomb, waitress was very friendly. Will definitely return!
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PW4336
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Hosted an earlier business dinner. Atmosphere & ambience did not disappoint. Food was well seasoned. Waitress was pleasant and accommodating. Drinks were my favorite. Why would establish as such not serve tea or coffee ???? ?
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Shelly
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 13, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience3
We waited several minutes to be seated while the greeter was on the phone on a personal call. We then waited another 10 to 15 minutes for a waiter to come to our table. The waiter took several minutes to come to the table and then came with a really unfriendly attitude.. They didn’t have the food that was on the menu. Also, they did not bring the rice portion of my meal. I had to ask for an I had to ask for the rice three times, and they did not arrive until my guest and I will finish eating the rest of the food and not find a rise portion of my life I had to ask for it several times. the race was not brought until it was time for me to go I did not get to eat rice with my meal. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone..
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Kayy
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall2food5service1ambience3
The service was poor, two of our orders received were incorrect. The food came out one by one after waiting about 50 minutes. The drinks were not strong. Our table was charged a $40 gratuity fee, we believe was not deserving. I must say the food was delicious ,this will be the only reason why I would recommend the restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time I came here and it will not be my last. Food was tasty, service was excellent , ambiance was great and my family had a great time !
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Stacey
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing, ambiance was nice, Dj was great.
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Katotou
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience5
The ambiance was romantic and the food was good. But wait staff need to be more attentive. We sat their for a while waiting for our drinks and then when I wanted a 2nd drink it took a while. It wasn’t packed for it to take that long. I have had better wait staff serving us.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I celebrated my birthday at Cove. The service was excellent the food delicious and portions very large. I will definitely return. I had the salmon in coconut sauce, it’s a little spicy but I’m a wimp lol. The drinks delicious as well. Will definitely return!
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Poppishh
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great experience… Food and service was good… definitely will be back to dine
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went for my 21st birthday last year in March and I wanted to do brunch this time but for my mom birthday and it was a vibe. I love everything about this place. Great drinks, food and customer service.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience5
Decor, food and drinks are amazing but service is horribleeeeee. Between hostess and waiter, both were bad. This place would be a great spot for brunch and special occasions if the service was improved immensely.
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CamillaG
New York Area
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
The brown stew chicken was well flavored and the portions were hearty. The hostess was very friendly but the waiter was barely around. Other than that I would go back.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
We had a reservation and we’re seated right away. However, it took the server over 10 minutes to come introduce herself and take our drink orders. While the couple behind us, sat down well after us and received what seems like immediate service. When she finally came to us, she said she was new and had to ask another worker for help to figure out the tablet to complete the ordering process. We put in the appetizer and entree orders together since we had enough time to decide. The entree came out before the appetizer. We completely finished the entree and still waited 10 more minutes before the appetizer finally came out. Although everything tasted great, service was terrible.
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MarkG
Atlantic City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thanks for making my mom’s celebration special
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chudySmithy
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Ambiance was spectacular. Food was delicious and well prepared. The place was clean and immaculate. Drinks are good, the real deal. Server, Mario is handsome and attentive. We went there to celebrate my birthday and we did not regret it. Black own business. Music was great. Only con, I feel they should tell you if you pay cash you get a discount. Our bill plus tip was 722.00 for party of 9 including myself. You get a 22.00 discount if pay cash. Other than that I'll definitely be returning with my gang.
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Simplycute
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
We got seated right away. Our waiter took a while before he came to ask for our order. After we ordered it took like almost and hour when someone from the kitchen came out to tell us that there ran out of the appetizers we ordered. He offered us something else that was available but we didn’t want it. Our main course came out like 30 minutes after. The food was amazing but we waited almost 2 hrs before we got it. We will give them another try and hopefully we get served quicker. The place is clean and inviting. The vibes is worth subscribing to. The Dj played great music. Even after the food misshaped we left there wanting to go back.
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KRYSTLEH
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
The quality of the food was amazing! I ordered roti with curry shrimp and enjoyed it. My friend ordered brown stew escovitch fish and the flavor was delicious. The rasta pasta was soooo delicious and the broccoli was crunchy and well seasoned. I had some codfish fritters which were okay but would have tasted a lot better if they added more codfish. The sole issue my friends and I had was that it took 1 hour for the server to bring our food.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday celebration
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience5
Food was tasty only issue it was very expensive for the small portion they serve and we ordered hennessy and was served Courvoisier instead the Courvoisier was in the Hennessy bottle
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Mary
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was recommended this restaurant by a family member for Brunch we had such a good time. They have such good food and their Brunch menu comes with a big rhum punch. The music was good but not too loud it was perfect and we was a larger group. The manager was so nice she even charged my phone for me. Def highly recommended
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
I would go back it was definitely a vibe
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BrooklynMickey
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
This was my 2nd time eating at this establishment...the first was for Sunday brunch and this time it was a Saturday early dinner. Both times extremely pleasant and enjoyable which is the reason for the return.
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Poppishh
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great experience!!! Ambiance and Cuisine were superb!!! Definitely returning! Caribbean Excellence.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience3
There was a long wait for our food other then that good service
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RBonita
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience4
There was no communication at all by any staff members. No hostess available to greet or direct consumers. Waited almost an hour WITH RESERVATION for someone to finally ask if anyone standing (more than 15 people were standing at the front, small cramped space) had a reservation or not. When finally seated, we were asked to move WHILE EATING in order to accommodate a larger group. Unacceptable. Food was good and so were the drinks. I honestly feel bad for the waiters who are seemingly overworked and take the brunt of the complaints. Will never come here again.
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LadyAB
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second time visiting this restaurant and like the first time the food, service and whole experience was excellent! My friend and I had the seafood boil and it was so delicious!!
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AlexandraP
New York Area
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience2
We came for dinner around 830pm (with a reservation). They close at 10pm. But in the middle of us eating our food (around 930), they turned the lights on and stopped the music to clean up. I’ve never experienced a restaurant doing that while customers were still enjoying their meal. That took me back. Food was good and ambiance was good until the mood was rudely interrupted. When we asked the waiter to mention our feelings to the manager , he said he cannot.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Cove Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (347) 426-9496.

Cove Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 71 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

243-10 Merrick Blvd, Queens, NY 11422

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Queens
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Jamaican, Caribbean, West Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Veteran, Women
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.coverestaurantnyc.com/
Phone number
(347) 426-9496

Cove Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Starters

Soup of the Day

Steamed Mussels

Jerked Shrimp

Jerked Chicken Wings

Main Course

Brown Stewed Snapper

Escovitch Snapper

Grilled Salmon

Buttered Shrimp

Cove Rasta Pasta

Oxtail

Roti

Sides

Rice & Peas

White Rice

Mashed Potatoes

Bammy

Dessert

Dessert

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Cove Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cove Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is Cove Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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