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Graeter's
East
Graeter's
East
Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date... Read more
Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date then to head to Graeter's on the Square? The generous scoops of creamy deliciousness are packed with seriously big, chunky pieces of chocolate. Graeter's also have a bakery with a variety of cakes, pies and cookies for every... Read More
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Omelettes, waffles, and crepes are the specialties of this local, Belgian-influenced chain.
Omelettes, waffles, and crepes are the specialties of this local, Belgian-influenced chain.
Fishbowl at The Banks
Downtown
Fishbowl at The Banks
Downtown
Located in The Banks downtown, Fishbowl is serving up giant tropical drinks for all tastebuds. Enjoy a tropical feel when you walk in, and with a drink in your hand. The... Read more
Located in The Banks downtown, Fishbowl is serving up giant tropical drinks for all tastebuds. Enjoy a tropical feel when you walk in, and with a drink in your hand. The bar plays host to acoustic sets with DJ performances for patrons.
The Stretch
Downtown
The Stretch
Downtown
The Stretch offers ambitious cocktails, an exceptional staff, and a distinct, contemporary ambiance highlighted by its iconic 'Cincy Love' neon.
The Stretch offers ambitious cocktails, an exceptional staff, and a distinct, contemporary ambiance highlighted by its iconic 'Cincy Love' neon.
Condado Tacos
Downtown
Condado Tacos
Downtown
Laid-back spot for margaritas & tacos with your own fillings, like beef brisket & "dirty sauce."
Laid-back spot for margaritas & tacos with your own fillings, like beef brisket & "dirty sauce."
Upper Deck
Downtown
Upper Deck
Downtown
With full skyline views of Cincinnati and easy access to Great American Ball Park right across the street, this rooftop bar is the perfect place to start or end the night... Read more
With full skyline views of Cincinnati and easy access to Great American Ball Park right across the street, this rooftop bar is the perfect place to start or end the night. Watch the sunset while sipping and savoring in this stylish atmosphere. Located at the AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks
Moerlein Lager House
Downtown
Moerlein Lager House
Downtown
The history and heritage of Cincinnati’s storied brewing history comes alive at the Moerlein Lager House Restaurant and Brewery. Prominently situated in the dynamic new... Read more
The history and heritage of Cincinnati’s storied brewing history comes alive at the Moerlein Lager House Restaurant and Brewery. Prominently situated in the dynamic new Smale Riverfront Park, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other—a working microbrewery producing a full line of Moerlein craft brews, and delectable fare featuring grain spent breads, hand-carved... Read More
Montgomery Inn Boathouse
Downtown
Montgomery Inn Boathouse
Downtown
Veteran barbeque chain dishing up classic meat dishes in sauce, plus salads and seafood. Additional location: Montgomery (the original establishment)
Veteran barbeque chain dishing up classic meat dishes in sauce, plus salads and seafood. Additional location: Montgomery (the original establishment)
Frisch's Big Boy
Downtown
Frisch's Big Boy
Downtown
Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more
Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off with a Hot Fudge Cake for dessert. The dessert display case at the... Read More
Murphy's Pub
Uptown
Murphy's Pub
Uptown
Free pizza! Got your attention? The management at Murphy's Pub, well aware that twenty-somethings don't always get proper nutrition, serves free pizza Monday nights. Any... Read more
Free pizza! Got your attention? The management at Murphy's Pub, well aware that twenty-somethings don't always get proper nutrition, serves free pizza Monday nights. Any other night of the week, grab some free popcorn and head back through the labyrinth of rooms that make up this bar. There's also an outdoor patio. The kind of bar to not take itself too seriously, Murphy's offers signature drinks... Read More
Home Base Tavern
Uptown
Home Base Tavern
Uptown
Home Base Tavern has pool, custom made beer pong table, giant jenga and a jukebox. They offer karaoke on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. and free pool on Wednesdays, Thursdays and... Read more
Home Base Tavern has pool, custom made beer pong table, giant jenga and a jukebox. They offer karaoke on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. and free pool on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sunday. Happy Hour is 3-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday. Formerly Little Bit Bar.
The Dock Complex
Downtown
The Dock Complex
Downtown
The Dock Complex is a diverse night club with a friendly atmosphere. Ages 18+ welcome.
The Dock Complex is a diverse night club with a friendly atmosphere. Ages 18+ welcome.
Grecos
Downtown
Grecos
Downtown
Grecos' "street food" concept includes breakfast items like Busken pastries, parfaits and The Breakfast Taco (corn or flour tortilla with scrambled eggs,... Read more
Grecos' "street food" concept includes breakfast items like Busken pastries, parfaits and The Breakfast Taco (corn or flour tortilla with scrambled eggs, tomatillo-chipotle salsa and queso). Downtowners hungry for lunch will like the soup and sandwich options, salads, tacos and grilled roasted pizza.
Mad Frog
Uptown
Mad Frog
Uptown
The green building that houses the Mad Frog looms on the corner of Vine and McMillan streets, a popular hangout for local college students and live music fans.
The green building that houses the Mad Frog looms on the corner of Vine and McMillan streets, a popular hangout for local college students and live music fans.
Energy Nightclub
Downtown
Energy Nightclub
Downtown
18 and over dance club located inside Longworth Hall. $5 cover 21 and older, $10 females 18-21, $15 males 18-21.
18 and over dance club located inside Longworth Hall. $5 cover 21 and older, $10 females 18-21, $15 males 18-21.
Pomodori's Pizzeria
Uptown
Pomodori's Pizzeria
Uptown
Pomodori's works well as a casual date night or out with friends restaurant. The earth-toned Italian decor and the wood-fired, gourmet pizzas make Pomodori's a bit... Read more
Pomodori's works well as a casual date night or out with friends restaurant. The earth-toned Italian decor and the wood-fired, gourmet pizzas make Pomodori's a bit classier than the average pizza joint. Located near the University of Cincinnati, window seats are good for people-watching. There are many types of pizza, from shrimp to goat cheese pizza. Pomodori's even makes its own dough daily... Read More
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Andy's Mediterranean Grille
Uptown
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.
Adriatico's Pizza
Uptown
Adriatico's Pizza
Uptown
Adriatico's Pizza in Clifton delivers until 1:30 a.m. during the week and 2:30 a.m. on the weekend. (Pretty handy for late-night college parties, too.) They will continue... Read more
Adriatico's Pizza in Clifton delivers until 1:30 a.m. during the week and 2:30 a.m. on the weekend. (Pretty handy for late-night college parties, too.) They will continue doing that from their new location on W. McMillan, which has now opened. They not only deliver, they now have a sit-down restaurant, serving their pizza, and a new menu, which includes appetizers, wings, french fries, pizza... Read More
Floyd's Restaurant
Uptown
Floyd's Restaurant
Uptown
Can't afford a trip to the Mediterranean? Try the next best thing. Floyd's serves authentic Lebanese food at reasonable prices. The menu includes sandwiches, pizza... Read more
Can't afford a trip to the Mediterranean? Try the next best thing. Floyd's serves authentic Lebanese food at reasonable prices. The menu includes sandwiches, pizza, lemony roast chicken and kibbe, a dish of lamb layered with cracked wheat. Try the flavorful small side dishes, too, such as dried lima beans cooked with what seems like an equal amount of garlic, tart wheat-and-parsley tabouli salad... Read More
Beer Sellar
South, Riverfront
Beer Sellar
South, Riverfront
Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat... Read more
Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat shuttle to Riverbend events and Reds and Bengals games. Though Beer Sellar hosts a number of European beers, the major focus is on domestic micro-brews. They also rotate which beers are on tap, often introducing new and hard-to-... Read More
