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At Cove Lakeside Bistro, Our team strives to provide an excellent experience for every guest with an inviting atmosphere, professional service, and a wide selection of high quality food and drinks. Take in the views of West Lake, celebrate, and enjoy a meal with friends and family.



















Starters & Shareables
Warm & Golden Baked Brie
honey topped baked cheese, toasted baguette
sweet: fresh berries & toasted almonds
savory: blackened spice & toasted almonds
$16
Vegetarian
Lobster Fondue
real lobster, roasted red peppers, scallions, toasted bread boule
$15
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
lemon aioli
$11
Vegetarian
House-Smoked Whitefish Dip
toasted baguette
$13.50
Vegetarian
Sweet & Spicy Parmesan Fries
steak-cut russet fries, sriracha gastrique, herbs, spices & parmesan, sriracha aioli
$10
Vegetarian
Fried Goat Cheese
deep fried panko crusted goat cheese, smoked hot honey sauce
$15
Lobster Corn Dog
butter-poached lobster tail, sweet corn batter, served with sriracha aioli, sweet chili sauce
$26
Prosciutto & Fig Flatbread
salty prosciutto, sticky-sweet fig jam, gorgonzola cheese, flatbread
$12
Chesapeake Crab Cakes
lump crab, lemon tossed arugula, house-made remoulade
$17.50
Braised Pork Meatballs
tomato, red wine, parmesan, grilled bread points
$13
Soups
Feature Soup du Jour
Chef's rotating seasonal offeringcup
$5
bowl
$8
French Onion Soup
classic bistro dishcup
$5
bowl
$8
Hampton Clam Chowder
hearty & filling comfort soupcup
$5
bowl
$8
Salads
add protein to any salad:
plant-based chicken +5 ◦ chicken breast +6 ◦ crab cake +8.75 ◦ shrimp +9 ◦ salmon +10 ◦ seared ahi tuna +11 ◦ steak +12Classic Caesar
romaine, caesar, parmesan, herbed croûtonssm
$6
lg
$10
House Greens
mixed greens, red onion, radishes, carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, sunflower seeds, tarragon vinaigrettesm
$6
lg
$10
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Beets & Goats Salad
mixed greens, roasted beet, goat cheese, red onion, grape tomatoes, sugared walnuts, herbs, herbed croûtons, tarragon vinaigrette
$16
Vegetarian
Greek Salad
romaine, feta, roasted beets, pepperoncini, red onion, kalamata olives, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, greek vinaigrette
$18
Vegetarian
Baby Iceberg Salad
baby iceberg lettuce, grape tomato, red onion, applewood smoked bacon, danish bleu cheese, maple vinaigrette
$16
Gluten free
Roasted Squash & Cauliflower
seasonal squash, cauliflower, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, spring mix, maple dijon vinaigrette
$16
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Burgers & Sandwiches
served with choice of side:
steak-cut fries ◦ chips ◦ side salad
side upgrades: soup cup +2 ◦ soup bowl +3
add ons: bacon +2 ◦ avocado +2 ◦ [GF] bun +2Salmon Burger
house-made salmon patty, wasabi aioli, arugula, shaved cucumbers, whole wheat bun
$17
Autumn Caprese
roasted butternut squash, arugula, caramelized onions, pesto whipped feta, brioche bun
$17
Cuban
ham, braised pork shoulder, salami, brown mustard, swiss, pickles
$17
Vegetarian
Fried Shrimp Po' Boy
shrimp, lettuce, tomato, tarragon aioli, toasted baguette
$16
Classic Grilled Cheese
white cheddar, american, swiss, sourdough
$10
Vegetarian
Quinoa Burger
red quinoa, mushrooms, black beans, herbs & spices, chipotle aioli, arugula, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun
$14
Vegetarian
Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
zesty pickles, jalapeno ranch, red cabbage slaw, butter-grilled brioche bun
$16
Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich
lettuce, tomato, red onion, pineapple aioli, butter-grilled brioche bun
$15
Lobster Roll
tarragon aioli, chives, lettuce, celery, butter-grilled roll
$27
Topside Burger
choice beef cut trio blend, crab cake, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, white cheddar, bistro sauce, butter-grilled brioche bun
$20
Bistro Burger
choice beef cut trio blend, pickles, lettuce, tomato, red onion, bistro sauce, butter-grilled brioche bun
choice of: american ◦ cheddar ◦ swiss
$16
Flash Fried Crab Cake Sandwich
remoulade, spring mix, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun
$18
French Onion Steak Dip
shaved strip steak, caramelized onions, horseradish cream, swiss, sourdough baguette, french onion au jus
$20
Whitefish Sandwich
remoulade, lettuce, tomato, red onion, butter-grilled wheat bun
choice of: pan-seared ◦ flash-fried tempura
$14
Mains
Brown Butter Sage Gnocchi
pan-fried gnocchi tossed in brown butter sage, shaved parmesan
$19
Vegetarian
Butternut Squash Ravioli
butternut squash ravioli, classic herbed italian cheese sauce, spinach, shaved parmesan
$19
Vegetarian
Faroe Island Salmon
grilled salmon, orange chipotle honey glaze, smoked fingerlings, seasonal vegetable
$32
Gluten free
Shrimp Japchae
sweet potato starch noodles, red cabbage peppers, mushrooms, carrots & shrimp tossed in soy-sesame sauce
$27
Maple Bourbon Pork Chop
12 ounce bone-in hand-cut pork chop, maple bourbon rub, smoked fingerling potatoes, seasonal vegetables
$26
Vander Farmers Wagyu
Chef's rotating local wagyu feature >> market priceGreat Lakes Whitefish
lightly seasoned & pan-seared whitefish, champagne butter sauce, mashed potato, seasonal vegetable
$26
Blackened Chicken Tortelloni
cheese-filled dumplings, brie cream sauce, red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomato, spinach, parmesan
$24
Vegetable Risotto
Crisp Country Acres seasonal vegetables, creamy arborio rice, white wine, shaved parmesan
$19
Vegetarian
Gluten free
Coconut Crusted Fresh Cod & Chips
flash-fried cod, crispy bistro fries, served with pineapple aioli
$23
Chargrilled New York Strip
chargrilled 14 oz choice steak, herbed butter, crispy bistro fries, brussels sprouts
$39
Daily Chef's Catch
ask your server for today's preparation >> market priceDesserts
Feature Dessert
ask for today's offering!
$8
Seasonal Bread Pudding
vanilla ice cream
$8
Peppermint Coco French Silk Pie
rich, velvety chocolate filling infused with peppermint, whipped cream, crushed peppermint
$8
Carrot Cake
carrot ginger butter cream cheese frosting, candied walnuts
$8
New York Style Cheesecake
assorted sauce choices available
$8
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
rum caramel sauce, coconut ice cream
$8
Chia Pudding
velvety coconut cream, cinnamon & candied ginger, fresh berry topping
$8
A 3% service fee is applied to all guest checks to help offset rising operating costs. This fee is not a tip or gratuity.
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