For this week’s Streetscapes, we are looking at new additions to Madison Avenue in Covington.
We’ll start with drinks at Revival Vintage Bottle Shop, move on to dinner at Carmelo’s and then end with chocolates for dessert at Maverick Chocolate Co.
Revival Vintage Bottle Shop
Revival Vintage Bottle Shop opened in North by Hotel Covington in September of 2024.
Revival doubles as a showroom for rare bourbon and a cocktail bar. Bourbon enthusiasts will love the opportunity to sample vintage alcohol aged more than 100 years on their second floor tasting/showroom. Outside of bourbon, patrons can sample and purchase a variety of rare spirits including tequila, gin, brandy, rum and scotch.
Guests just looking for a cocktail and a laid back ambiance are best suited on Revival’s main floor, which features a full-service bar. From bourbon flights to craft cocktails to canned domestics, Revival has options for all.
The interior is very reminiscent of a speakeasy, one could easily sit and sip their fine spirits for hours.
Carmelo’s
There’s a reason you might be hard pressed to find reservations at Carmelo’s Italian restaurant – they really are that good.
Start your meal with endless wine choices, from red to white to rose and sparking options.
When it comes to their food, there are no bad choices, and in fact narrowing down their menu to a reasonable amount of food to order may be the most difficult decision you’ll make (We won’t judge if you order a little of everything).
Carmelo’s shareables feature choices of mozzarella with grilled focaccia and olive oil, meatballs a mix of veal, pork and beef in their Sunday sauce, or their cauliflower that’s flash fried tossed with anchovy and garlic, parsley parmesan, lemon garlic mayo and almonds.
Entrees and pastas may be what Carmelo’s is best known for, but don’t overlook the garlic soup or caesar salad before delving into their delectable dishes.
Maverick Chocolate Co.
Originally founded across the river, Maverick Chocolate Co is the newest addition to Madison Avenue, making it their third location in the Tri-State.
The chocolate shop is a family owned and operated business that uses ethically sourced cacao beans to create chocolate that is turned into bars, truffles and even beverages.
You can select from an astounding variety of flavors and treats. From lemon lavender white chocolate, cafe mocha milk chocolate and peanut butter dark chocolate, guests will feel like a kid in a candy store.
Outside of Maverick’s chocolate bars, patrons can purchase beverages to make at home (their dark drinking chocolate will put your Swiss Miss packets to shame). It’s ideal for making a cozy and rich drink this winter.
What To Know If You Go
Revival Vintage Bottle Shop
Location: 614 Madison Avenue, Covington
Hours: Monday closed, Tuesday-Thursday 12-10 p.m., Friday 12 p.m-12 a.m., Saturday 11- 12 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.
Phone: 859-479-2676
Carmelo’s
Location: 434 Madison Avenue, Covington
Hours: Monday closed, Tuesday-Thursday 4-9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 4-10 p.m., Sunday 4-9 p.m.
Website: eatatcarmelos.com
Phone: 859-287-4700
Maverick Chocolate Co
Location: 623 Madison Avenue, Covington
Hours: Monday- Tuesday closed, Wednesday- Saturday 12-8 p.m., Sunday 12-6 p.m.
Website: maverickchocolate.com