Agave & Rye Covington Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Agave & Rye Covington, a vibrant dining destination located at 635 Madison Ave, Covington, KY. Known for its lively atmosphere, this restaurant offers an enticing menu that expertly blends bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Highlights include the Seoul Sizzler, featuring gojuchang glazed shrimp paired with crunchy Thai slaw and egg fried rice, and the Mojo Daddy, showcasing mojo marinated flank steak with a unique turmeric chimichurri.
For lighter fare, the Jacked Up BBQ Plant Powered Jackfruit Carnitas dazzles with smoky sweet agave BBQ sauce. Don’t forget the delicious EPIC sides like Mexican Rice or the comforting Mac N Cheese.
With excellent drinks ranging from refreshing iced teas to a diverse selection of margaritas, Agave & Rye promises an unforgettable culinary experience that keeps diners coming back for more.
Cocktails
Strawberry Bombshell
Bacardi Rum, Vodka, Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, Strawberry Puree, Cream of Coconut
Mandarin Cream Margarita
House Silver Tequila, Fresh Lime Juice. Mandarin, Cream of Coconut, Gran Gala, Agave Syrup.
Dark & Dirty Manhattan
Rye Whiskey, Amaro, Angostura and Orange Bitterts
Agave Epic Rita
Anejo Tequila, Gran Gala, Fresh Lime Juice, Secrets, Agave
Bee Sting
House Silver Tequila, Whiskey, Fresh Lime Juice, Sugar Water, Angostura Bitters, Ginger Beer, Buzz Button
New Fashioned
House Bourbon, Agave Syrup, Toasted Almond Bitters, Luxardo Cherries
Little Red Corvette
House Silver Tequila, Grand Marnier, Fresh Lime Juice, Sugar Water, Splash OJ, Secrets, Strawberry Swirl, Edible Rose
Epic Margarita Relief Package
Make your own EPIC margaritas with this DIY kit. Kit includes a half-gallon of our Fresh Squeezed Epic Margarita Mix, a bottle of house Triple-Sec, a bottle of house Silver Tequila and two limes for slicing and garnishing.
OG Margarita
House Silver Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice, Sugar Water, Secrets (1 for Flavors... Peach, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Prickly Pear, Raspberry, Blackberry, Mango, Watermelon)
Jalapeno Pineapple Rita
Jalapeno-Infused Tequila, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Lime Juice, Secrets, Sugar Water
Agave & Rye Chopped Salad
Crispy Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, White Cheddar, Corn, Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Black Beans, Peppercorn Buttermilk, A&R Spicy Chili & BBQ Jam, Tobacco Onions
Quesabirria Street Tacos
Braised Beef with Guajillo Chiles, Cheese, Cilantro, Onion, Dipping Consome
Epic Burger
Two Smashed Burger Patties, Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Oaxaca & White Cheddar, Dill Pickles, Tomato, Ketchup, Comeback Sauce, Queso Dipping Sauce
Birria Grilled Burrito
Large Flour Tortilla filled with Slow-Braised Beef, Mexican Rice, Mozzarella, Queso, Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Chipotle Crema, Birria Dipping Sauce
Quesa Jackfruit Street Tacos
Jackfruit Carnitas, Agave BBQ, Charred Corn, Onion, Vegan Dipping Consome
Nashville Hot Chicken Quesadilla
Crispy Chicken, Nashville Hot Sauce, Sweet Pickles, Mozzarella
Grilled Crispy Chicken Burrito
Chopped Crispy Chicken, Mac N Cheese, Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Queso, White Cheddar, Agave BBQ Jam, BBQ Ranch Dipping Sauce
Quesa Chicken Street Tacos
Agave & Lime Chicken, Sweeet & Spicy Bacon, Cheese, Onion, Dipping Consome
A&R Favorites
EPIC Sized Tacos
The Bee's Knees
Agave & Lime Chicken, Pico, Cowboy Candy, Crema
The Bayou Baddie
Crispy Cajun Alligator, Tangy Cajun Remoulade, Shredded Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Dill Pickles, Crispy Carrots
The Rooster
Crispy Chicken, Mac N Cheese, Nashville Hot Sauce, Sweet Pickles
The Swipe Right
Herbed Chicken, Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Aged White Cheddar, Salsa, Sour Cream (GF) *If Gluten Free (GF) is listed with the EPIC Taco, it MUST be ordered WITHOUT the Flour Shell
The Bomb
Carne Asada Steak, Chopped Bourbon- Poached Shrimp, Mac N Cheese, A&R Spicy Chili & BBQ Jam, Tobacco Onions
The Gangsta
Slow-Braised Birria Beef, Mexican Rice, Roasted Corn, Queso and White Cheddar, Chipotle Serrano Crema, Cilantro, Tajin Lime
The Snitch
Beer Battered Cod, Crushed Salt and Vinegar Chips, Tartar Slaw, Pickled Onions
The Wok & Roll
Crispy Pork Belly, Egg Fried Rice, Spicy Gojuchang Aioli, Sesame Slaw, Pickled Onion, Cilantro, Crispy Wonton Strips
The Alderman
Carne Asada Steak, Street Corn Salad, Cotija Cheese, Spicy Chile de Arbol Salsa (GF) *If Gluten Free (GF) is listed with the EPIC Taco, it MUST be ordered WITHOUT the Flour Shell
The Island Banger
Crisp Coconut Shrimp, Mango Pico, Sambal Crema, Thai Slaw, Lime
The Boss Lady
Black Bean Fritters, Aged White Cheddar, Mexican Street Corn, Serrano Aioli, Crispy Carrots
The Crown Jewel
Butter & Garlic Lobster, Shiitake Mushrooms, Mac N Cheese, Truffle Oil & Shavings, Shaved Green Onions
The Bang Bang
Crispy Cauliflower, Corn Fritters, Queso, Spicy Crispy Carrots (V)
The Plain Jane
Seasoned Ground Beef, Shredded Lettuce, Aged White Cheddar, Diced Tomato, Sour Cream (GF) *If Gluten Free (GF) is listed with the EPIC Taco, it MUST be ordered WITHOUT the Flour Shell
The Filthy Fajita
Carne Asada Steak, Sauteed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Red Peppers, Mexican Rice, Chipotle Crema, Queso
The Big Thumper
Peppercorn Kangaroo, Mac N Cheese Donuts, Roasted Corn, Sweet & Spicy Bacon Crumble, Green Onion, Habanero Maple Syrup, Queso Love Cushion,
White Claw Raspberry
White Claw Ruby Grapefruit
White Claw Natural Lime
White Claw Mango
White Claw Black Cherry
White Claw
Canned Wine
Chardonnay
*Brand may vary per location.
Pinot Grigio
*Brand may vary per location.
Red Blend
*Brand may vary per location.
Rose
*Brand may vary per location.
Sparkling White
*Brand may vary per location.
Mexican Rice
(V GF VG)
French Fry Duo
(V GF)
Egg Fried Rice
Mac N Cheese
(V)
EPIC Sides
Munchies
Mac N Cheese Donuts
Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Habanero Maple Dipping Sauce
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Dijon Aioli, Sliced Almonds, Cotija Cheese (V GF)
Shrimp Rangoon Bites
Diced Shrimp, Cheese & Cowboy Candy Filling, Sweet Chili Sauce, Spicy Crispy Carrots
OG Corn Fritters
Serrano Aioli
Carne Asada Eggrolls (2)
House Carne Asada, A&R Teriyaki Sauce, A&R Spicy Chili & BBQ Jam, Baby Corn, Water Chestnuts, Cilantro, Green Onion, Carrots, Red Bell Pepper, Ramen Noodles
Elote
Cotija Cheese, Serrano Aioli, Tajin, Cilantro, Lime (cut from cob) (v GF)
Quesabirria Irish Nachos
Slow Roasted Birria (beef), Sweet & Spicy Bacon, Queso, Mozzarella Cheese, Crispy French Fries, Cowboy Candy, Tobacco Onions
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Spicy Buffalo Sauce, Crispy Carrots, Shaved Green Onions, Buttermilk Ranch
Carne Asada Eggroll (1)
House Carne Asada, A&R Teriyaki Sauce, A&R Spicy Chili & BBQ Jam, Baby Corn, Water Chestnuts, Cilantro, Green Onion, Carrots, Red Bell Pepper, Ramen Noodles
The Tropic Thunda
Mango-Coconut Chicken, Mango Colada Sauce, Sweet Heat Mango Pico, Egg Fried Rice, Cowboy Candy
The Jacked Up BBQ
Plant Powered Jackfruit Carnitas, Smoky Sweet Agave BBQ Sauce, fresh Pico, Chili Citrus Slaw, MExican Rice
The Mojo Daddy
Mojo Marinated Flank Steak, Peppers and Onions, Tumeric Chimichurri, Mexican Rice
The Seoul Sizzler
Gojuchang Glazed Shrimp, Crunchy Thai Slaw, Pickled Red Onions, Chili-Lime Sauce, Egg Fried Rice
Hotty Boddy Eats
Yum
Tiramisu Tres Leches Cake
Salty Caramel Sauce
Margarita Icebox Pie
Grahm Cracker Crust, Whipped Cream
Churro Chips & Strawberry Cheesecake Dip
Chocolate Sauce, Whip Cream
Chips & Guacamole
House-Made from Scratch Tortilla Chips & Guacamole (V GF)
Chips & Chunky Salsa
House-Made from Scratch Tortilla Chips & Chunky Salsa (V GF VG)
Chips & Mango Pico
Chips & Queso
House-Made from Scratch Tortilla Chips & Queso (V GF)
Chips & Ghost Pepper Salsa
Pick 3
Choose Any 3 of Our House-Made from Scratch Dips
Chips & Dips
Combos
Buzz Box
Two of our Epic Tacos served with a half order of Chips and Salsa. Sub Guacamole for 2.00
Taco Flight (3)
Your choice of 3 delicious Flight Sized Tacos.
Cutlery & Napkins
Cutlery & Napkins
Cutlery and Napkins
Drinks
Pepsi
*Item may differ than pictured. In most locations we serve fountain drinks in a 16 oz. cup.
Lemonade
*Item may differ than pictured. In most locations we serve fountain drinks in a 16 oz. cup.
Iced Tea (Unsweetened)
Starry
*Item may differ than pictured. In most locations we serve fountain drinks in a 16 oz. cup.
Diet Pepsi
*Item may differ than pictured. In most locations we serve fountain drinks in a 16 oz. cup.
Mountain Dew
*Item may differ than pictured. In most locations we serve fountain drinks in a 16 oz. cup.