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Tavi, Covington, LA

Tavi

4.8
4.8
465 Reviews
$30 and under
Israeli

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Tavi is an Israeli restaurant serving made-to-order pita from a wood-fired oven, elaborately finished hummus plates, and small and large plates drawing from the same modern Israeli inspiration as its sister restaurant, Shaya. The name Tavi is inspired by the Hebrew word meaning “good or beloved” and that’s what Tavi aims to deliver to the Covington community. The menu will highlight staples from the Shaya menu plus an array of small plates, hummus, sandwiches, and slow-roasted meats.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Israeli, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (985) 200-2045
  • Website
    https://www.tavirestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    330 N New Hampshire St, Covington, LA 70433
  • Neighborhood
    Covington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

Menu

Mezze

1 for $6 | 3 for $15 | 5 for $25

  • Baba Ganoush

    creamy eggplant, charred green onion, olive oil

    • Moussaka

      chickpeas, tomato, eggplant, onion

      • Smoked Labneh

        lima beans, charred chili vinaigrette

        • Ikra

          whipped cream cheese, anchovies, shallots, dill

          • Roasted Delicata Squash

            lime yogurt, pistachio dukkah, serrano honey

            Hummus

            • Wild Mushroom$17.00

              sage, brown butter, za'atar spiced hazelnuts

              • Fried Chicken$17.00

                date salsa verde, tunisian spices, aleppo pepper

                • Lamb Ragu$18.00

                  crispy chickpeas

                  • Cauliflower$16.00

                    caramelized onions, cilantro

                    • Tahini$14.00

                      extra virgin olive oil, harissa

                      Small Plates

                      • Crispy Halloumi$15.00

                        LA strawberries, apricots, arak, mint

                        • Falafel$13.00

                          green tahini, pickled cabbage

                          • Fattoush$15.00

                            little gems, tomatoes, sweet peppers, shallots, sumac pomegranate vinaigrette, za'atar pita chips

                            • Israeli Salad$15.00

                              cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, bulgarian feta, preserved lemon vinaigrette

                              • Green Salad$14.00

                                butter lettuce, herbed tahini vinaigrette, chickpea

                                • Brussels Sprouts$12.00

                                  tahini, shallots, fresh herbs

                                  • Lamb Kofta Kebab$20.00

                                    carrot muhammara, tahini, parsley

                                    • Feta Cheese Pide$14.00

                                      mozzarella, harissa, nigella seeds

                                      • Sujuk$16.00

                                        armenian spiced meat, tomatoes, mozzarella, pomegranate molasses

                                        Large Plates

                                        • Halabi Spiced Hanger Steak$38.00

                                          za'atar toum, fingerling potatoes, coriander chili butter

                                          • Gulf Shrimp Kebab$26.00

                                            moroccan couscous, preserved lemon chimichurri

                                            • Seared Striped Bass$38.00

                                              couscous "risotto", chickpeas, saffrom lemon butter

                                              • Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank$54.00

                                                pomegranate glaze, saffron rice, barberries

                                                • Chicken Leg & Thigh$26.00

                                                  aromatic rice, charred green onions, pistachio, pecans, tzatziki

                                                  Dessert

                                                  • Chocolate Tahini Mousse$13.00

                                                    sesame brittle

                                                    • Baklava Butter Cake$15.00

                                                      spiced date and nut, pistachio meringue

                                                      • Piccola Gelateria Seasonal Gelato or Sorbet$8.00

                                                        Last updated: January 1, 2025

                                                        What 465 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
                                                        • 4.8Ambience
                                                        • 4.6Value

                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                        Review summary

                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                        Tavi in Covington delivers a standout dining experience with its "amazing food" and "phenomenal" service. Guests rave about its inventive cocktails and exceptional hummus varieties. The atmosphere is lively yet welcoming, making it an "ideal early dinner spot." A must-visit for its unique, flavorful offerings and friendly staff.

                                                        465 Reviews

                                                        1. daphne

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Food was excellent, service was fantastic!! Was a bit noisy though. WELL worth it!!

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                                                        2. DIRK

                                                          Tallahassee

                                                          1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          1 review

                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 4
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          We are unfamiliar with Israeli and Lebanese food, so we were guessing, with help from our waiter. Of the 5 things we picked, we really liked 3, so not bad. We are looking forward to going again and trying some other things.

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                                                        3. Nicole

                                                          VIP

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 4
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Amazing food . Cannot go wrong with anything on the menu ! The flatbreads are a must .

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                                                        4. Julie

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          27 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          27 reviews

                                                          Dined on January 13, 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Enjoyed everything we have ever had since tavi opened. Can’t wait to come back real soon

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                                                        5. George

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          3.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on January 12, 2025

                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                          2. Food 3
                                                          3. Service 3
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Love the apps and drinks but thought the main entree, fish, lacked flavor.

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                                                        6. Sarah

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on January 4, 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                          Excellent food and service, just a bit loud inside.

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                                                        7. Fallyn

                                                          VIP

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          1 review

                                                          Dined on January 2, 2025

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Always a great experience at Tavi! The staff is phenomenal and very helpful fit newbies trying new things

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                                                        8. Heidi

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          Dined on December 31, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          The cocktails were inventive and delicious. We had the Lamb Ragu Hummus and crudite which were delicious! Took a fried chicken hummus to go- it too was excellent! We hope to cut back on little plates and get entrees next visit.

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                                                        9. Nicole

                                                          VIP

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          Dined on December 31, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Amazing food as always , never disappointed. Must try the flat bread & lamb Kabob’s !

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                                                        10. Stan

                                                          VIP

                                                          New Orleans

                                                          79 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          79 reviews

                                                          Dined on December 30, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          We always love Tavi. The menu is superb. The service is friendly and personable.

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                                                        FAQs

                                                        Tavi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (985) 200-2045.

                                                        Tavi is rated 4.8 stars by 465 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 PM
                                                        Booked 5 times today

                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                        Google Map for Tavi

                                                        330 N New Hampshire St, Covington, LA 70433

                                                        Additional information

                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                          Covington
                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                          Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                        • Price
                                                          $30 and under
                                                        • Cuisines
                                                          Israeli, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
                                                        • Dining style
                                                          Casual Dining
                                                        • Dress code
                                                          Business Casual
                                                        • Parking details
                                                          Street Parking
                                                        • Payment options
                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                        • Additional
                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
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