COVINTEN CAFÉ

Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

A Coastal European Restaurant in Hermosa Beach

Decorative gold holly leaves and berries border surrounding the text 'Covinten Café' in elegant font, on a white background.

Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Pastries, coffee, beer, wine, and catering — served just steps from the beach in a relaxed European coastal setting.

Inspired by the seaside cooking of France, Italy, and the broader European coast, Covinten brings together thoughtful food, good coffee, and warm hospitality from morning through evening.

Dinner at Covinten

Join us Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for full table service, coastal European dinner plates, beer, wine, and a relaxed evening atmosphere near the beach.

Reservations

A Taste of Covinten

  • Green Velvet Spaghetti

    Green Velvet Spaghetti

    Spaghetti tossed in a silky basil pesto cream sauce with zucchini and tomato, finished with creamy burrata. Vegetarian-friendly.

  • Mustard Ginger Whole Pompano

    A generous whole pompano, approximately 18.5 oz cooked weight, prepared with rustic mustard, fresh ginger, olive oil, herbs, and a light coastal broth. Finished with fresh cilantro and served with seasonal vegetables. Served whole. Contains bones.

  • Sandwich filled with seasoned tuna salad, brightened by lime, crisp celery, tangy relish, red onion, and fresh parsley. A perfect blend of coastal freshness and French elegance.

    Normandy Coast Tuna

    Seasoned tuna salad, brightened by lime, crisp celery, tangy relish, red onion, and fresh parsley. A perfect blend of coastal freshness and French elegance.

  • Braised Lamb Shank

    Braised Lamb Shank

    Slow-braised lamb shank over silky French mashed potatoes, served with roasted tri-color carrots and a rich, glossy pan jus.

  • Display of various baked goods including pastries, croissants, Danish pastries, cannelés, and cupcakes on trays in a bakery shop.

    Pastries

    Daily-rotating selection of pastries, sweet and savory.

  • Mojito Goldfish. A playful, mint-forward refresher inspired by classic mojito flavors, blended with citrus, house syrups, and a light sparkle over ice. Finished with a whimsical garnish for a fresh, cooling drink with a fun twist.

    Mojito Goldfish.

    A playful, mint-forward refresher inspired by classic mojito flavors, blended with citrus, house syrups, and a light sparkle over ice. Finished with a whimsical garnish for a fresh, cooling drink with a fun twist.

  • Sausage & Beef Lasagna al Forno

    Sausage & Beef Lasagna al Forno

    Ground beef, Italian sausage, vine-ripened tomato sauce, whole milk ricotta, and mozzarella, finished with creamy burrata.

  • Rusty Tide. A bold, layered peach refresher finished with a chili-salt rim and red syrup, infused with chili powder and house spices. Garnished with a Pulparindo candy stick and red chilies for a sweet-heat balance and a deep, spiced finish.

    Rusty Tide

    A bold, layered peach refresher finished with a chili-salt rim and red syrup, infused with chili powder and house spices.

  • Beef Sirloin Dinner

    Beef Sirloin Dinner

    Beef Sirloin Strips, grass-fed.

  • Piña Colada Cream

    Piña Colada Cream

    Strawberry jam, piña colada cream, and toasted coconut flakes. Sweet, tropical, and lightly creamy.

  • A grid of 20 dark chocolate confections, with two different textured chocolates in the middle.

    Cannelé

    A traditional French cannelé with a rich, caramelized crust and a soft, custard-like interior, finished with subtle notes of rum and vanilla.

  • Hand-Cut Classic Beef Tartare

    Hand-Cut Classic Beef Tartare

    Hand-cut chilled beef tartare, seasoned from scratch and finished with fresh herbs.

    Must be pre-ordered 48 hours in advance.

  • Lemon-Caper White Cod

    Lemon-Caper White Cod

    White cod finished with lemon-caper sauce, served over sautéed spinach with black-and-pink rice.

  • Mysterious Ocean

    Mysterious Ocean

    A striking blue citrus refresher layered with bright acidity, subtle bitterness, and a touch of sparkle. Crafted with proprietary syrups and in-house accents.

  • Coastal Prawn Cocktail

    Coastal Prawn Cocktail

    Six large 13/15 count prawns served chilled with a bright Bloody Mary French-style cocktail sauce, fresh lime, herbs, and a touch of coastal spice. A refreshing, elevated seafood starter.

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THE TEAM

MARY ROY

Mary is the founder and sole owner of Covinten Café. Her experience working in and helping establish a bakery in France shaped her appreciation for quality ingredients, traditional techniques, and authentic café culture.

CINDERELLA ROY

Cinderella supports Covinten’s brand vision and guest experience, helping create a restaurant that feels welcoming, thoughtful, and consistent in every detail.