Is Northshore Empress open on Sunday or Monday?
No. Northshore Empress is closed on Sunday and Monday. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday for dine-in and takeout.
Northshore Empress
Chinese & Vietnamese Cuisine
Covington, Louisiana
Northshore Empress is a locally owned Chinese and Vietnamese restaurant at 31 Louis Prima Drive, Covington, LA 70433, on the north side of Interstate 12. Dine-in and takeout are available Tuesday through Saturday. The menu includes pho, crispy duck, kung pao dishes, and classic lunch specials. Call (985) 871-6975 for takeout orders.
We're open
DINE-IN
TAKEOUT
LOCALLY OWNED
For takeout, call ahead during takeout hours. Walk-ins to order are always welcome.
800+ Reviews on GoogleAbout Northshore Empress
Northshore Empress is a locally owned restaurant in Covington, Louisiana, serving both Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine under one roof. The restaurant opened in the years following Hurricane Katrina and has been a Northshore staple for diners looking for pho, crispy duck, and classic Chinese-American favorites in St. Tammany Parish.
The family behind Northshore Empress brings authentic Vietnamese cooking alongside a full Chinese menu — from lunch specials and kung pao dishes to bun vermicelli plates and rice noodle soups. Many guests discover the Vietnamese side of the menu for the first time here, especially the pho and Com Ga Roti (half crispy chicken).
Located on the north side of I-12 at 31 Louis Prima Drive, Northshore Empress offers a spacious dine-in dining room and convenient takeout. With more than 800 Google reviews, it remains one of Covington’s most recommended spots for Chinese and Vietnamese food on the Northshore.
Hours
Dine-In
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday – Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Takeout
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday – Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 7:45 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 8:45 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Lunch is served from open until 2:00 PM. Dinner from 2:00 PM until close.
Upcoming closure: we’ll be closed June 28–July 6 for our annual vacation and reopen Tuesday, July 7.
Visit Us
We’re on the north side of I‑12 in Covington. Stop by for dine-in or call ahead for takeout.
Address
31 Louis Prima Drive
Covington, LA 70433
North side of Interstate 12
Phone
(985) 871-6975 Get directionsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Northshore Empress serve pho?
Yes. Northshore Empress serves Vietnamese pho (rice noodle soup) including Pho Tai (lean beef), Pho Ga (chicken), Pho Bo Vien (meatballs), and combination bowls starting at $14.50.
Where is Northshore Empress located?
Northshore Empress is at 31 Louis Prima Drive, Covington, LA 70433, on the north side of Interstate 12 in Covington, Louisiana.
Does Northshore Empress offer takeout?
Yes. Takeout is available Tuesday through Saturday. Call (985) 871-6975 during takeout hours to place an order, or walk in to order. Calling ahead is recommended during busy hours.
What kind of food does Northshore Empress serve?
Northshore Empress serves Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, including pho, crispy duck, kung pao dishes, bun (vermicelli) plates, and classic Chinese-American lunch specials.
What are Northshore Empress’s hours?
Dine-in: Tuesday–Thursday 11:00 AM–7:30 PM, Friday 11:00 AM–8:30 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM–8:30 PM. Takeout: Tuesday–Thursday 11:00 AM–7:45 PM, Friday 11:00 AM–8:45 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM–8:45 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday. Lunch until 2:00 PM; dinner from 2:00 PM until close.
What payment methods does Northshore Empress accept?
Northshore Empress accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.
How do I order takeout from Northshore Empress?
Call (985) 871-6975 during takeout hours, or walk in to place an order at the restaurant.