You’ll find this charming little restaurant across the lake, nestled in downtown Covington. What used to be a train depot is now a popular restaurant where locals love to pop in for a delicious meal. Delicious food paired with a one-of-a-kind atmosphere makes for one unique restaurant that you simply have to check out.
Keith and Nealy Frentz opened up Lola in January of 2006.
googlemaps.com Both had held Sous chef positions at the famous Brennan’s Restaurant in New Orleans. They both had dreams of one day opening their own restaurant and after evacuating to Covington after Hurricane Katrina, their dreams came true.
Located in downtown Covington, the building itself is quite unique.
googlemaps.com The restaurant is located in the city’s historic train depot.
The railroad came to Covington in 1888 and was in use for decades.
Wikimedia In 1992, the St. Tammany Parish government purchased the abandoned Illinois Central Railroad corridor and repaved 31 miles to form the Tammany Trace, a popular trail for hiking, biking, rollerblading.
The restaurant has maintained the original doors and brick structures to keep the look as authentic as possible.
LOLA Restaurant/Facebook Even their kitchen is an actual train caboose! Their outdoor patio is a lovely spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family.
Their menu is an eclectic mix of Southern, Cajun, and traditional New Orleans cuisine.
LOLA Restaurant/Facebook From burgers to seared scallops, there’s something on the menu for everyone.
Their shrimp & grits is always a crowd pleaser.
LOLA Restaurant/Facebook Just remember to save room for dessert!
Their desserts are made in-house daily, so be sure to grab some tasty treats on your way out!
LOLA Restaurant/Facebook You can find Lola at 517 N. New Hampshire Street, Covington, LA 70433.
Have you ever eaten here? Let us know in the comments below!
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Both had held Sous chef positions at the famous Brennan’s Restaurant in New Orleans. They both had dreams of one day opening their own restaurant and after evacuating to Covington after Hurricane Katrina, their dreams came true.
The restaurant is located in the city’s historic train depot.
Wikimedia
In 1992, the St. Tammany Parish government purchased the abandoned Illinois Central Railroad corridor and repaved 31 miles to form the Tammany Trace, a popular trail for hiking, biking, rollerblading.
LOLA Restaurant/Facebook
Even their kitchen is an actual train caboose! Their outdoor patio is a lovely spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family.
From burgers to seared scallops, there’s something on the menu for everyone.
Just remember to save room for dessert!
You can find Lola at 517 N. New Hampshire Street, Covington, LA 70433.
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