Across the bridge over Lake Pontchartrain, Chef John Besh delivers with this refined French bistro in the city of Covington. The historic space was previously a theater. Now, sunlight floods the beautiful corner dining room fit with a large, curved bar, globe lights, handsome tile floors and gold touches throughout. The menu is classic in aim and elegant in execution: Oysters on the half shell, buttery escargot, blue crab beignets and gnocchi with crawfish. For dessert, aim for the warm apple tarte tatin with vanilla ice cream. Afterwards, continue the adventure upstairs where you’ll find a rooftop bar and patio.