A bohemian cocktail lounge and rooftop patio in downtown Covington, Kentucky.
A cocktail bar for the curious.
Come upstairs. Stay awhile.
Second Story is a place for good drinks, strange ideas, old friends and new ones. Inspired by the salons, cafés and creative gathering places of the past, we've created a space in Covington for conversation, connection and whatever happens next.
Hours
Monday — Closed
Tuesday — Closed
Wednesday — 4 PM–12 AM
Thursday — 4 PM–12 AM
Friday — 4 PM–1 AM
Saturday — 2 PM–1 AM
Sunday — 2–10 PM
Location
100 W 6th St, Covington, KY 41011
Seasonal ingredients, unexpected combinations and a collection of spirits worth exploring. Familiar enough to order another. Interesting enough to remember.
Cocktails with a point of view.
Our Space
A little removed from the ordinary.
Upstairs in downtown Covington, Second Story unfolds across intimate rooms, unexpected corners and an open-air rooftop patio.
Featured Events
What's happening upstairs.
Good drinks are only part of the story. Find live music, DJs, special events and late nights at Second Story in downtown Covington.
October
DJ CHERRYBOMB
October 2 · 8PM–12:30AM
HENRY SUGAR
October 3 · 8PM–12:30AM
AFRO CARIBBEAN
October 4 · 6PM–12AM
COLE BAKER TRIO
October 7 · 8PM–11PM
DJ DELANI JO
October 9 · 8PM–12:30AM
COLE BAKER TRIO
October 14 · 8PM–11PM
KARAOKE
October 15 · 8PM–12:30AM
DJ CHERRYBOMB
October 16 · 8PM–12:30AM
DJ AUDACITY
October 17 · 8:30PM–11:30PM
COLE BAKER TRIO
October 21 · 8PM–11PM
COFFIN CRASHERS VOL. 2
October 22 · 8PM–12AM
DJ DELANI JO
October 23 · 7PM–10:30PM
DJ ZLATI
October 24 · Time TBD
COLE BAKER TRIO
October 28 · 8PM–11PM
KARAOKE W/ DAVID OXNAR
October 29 · 8PM–12:30AM
FINAL FRIDAY W/ TIZ
October 30 · 8PM–12:30AM
DJ ADRIANOU
October 31 · 8:30PM–12:30AM
Reservations
Save a spot upstairs.
Planning a night out in Covington? Come upstairs for cocktails, conversation and a space made for settling in. For larger gatherings, reservations are encouraged for parties of more than 10.
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Second Story is a cocktail bar and lounge in downtown Covington, Kentucky, with a rooftop patio for open-air drinks and evenings above the city.
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Yes. Second Story hosts DJs, live music, special events and gatherings throughout the year. Visit our Events page to see what’s happening upstairs.
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Second Story is located upstairs at 100 W. 6th on the second floor Street in downtown Covington, Kentucky, just across the Ohio River from Cincinnati.
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We’re open Wednesday and Thursday from 4 PM–12 AM, Friday from 4 PM–1 AM, Saturday from 2 PM–1 AM and Sunday from 2–10 PM. We’re closed Monday and Tuesday.
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Reservations are encouraged for larger groups, while smaller parties are welcome to walk in. For groups of more than 10 guests, we recommend making arrangements in advance.
FAQS
Good to Know
Everything you need to know before coming upstairs. From reservations and rooftop drinks to events, hours and finding us in downtown Covington.