Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Downtown Region)
From our famous Cincinnati-style chili and French pot ice cream to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate.
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Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse
Downtown
Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse
Downtown
An upscale option offering steaks, chops, seafood, sushi and classic sides in a vibrant art deco room.
An upscale option offering steaks, chops, seafood, sushi and classic sides in a vibrant art deco room.
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... Read More
Orchids at Palm Court
Downtown
Orchids at Palm Court
Downtown
Orchids at Palm Court is a AAA Five-Diamond fine dining restaurant located in the French Art Deco, National Historic Landmark Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. Orchids... Read more
Orchids at Palm Court is a AAA Five-Diamond fine dining restaurant located in the French Art Deco, National Historic Landmark Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. Orchids features a contemporary French-influenced American menu that is seasonally updated with local ingredients, including ingredients from the hotel's rooftop herb... Read More
Bru Burger Bar
Downtown
Bru Burger Bar
Downtown
A chic spot for burgers and other bites paired with a lengthy beer list.
Enjoy a sirloin, chuck, or brisket burger conveniently located near Fountain Square.
Brick and Mortar
Downtown
Brick and Mortar
Downtown
Upscale Gastro-Pub. Casual service with locally-influenced menu. Located at The Cincinnatian Hotel Click here for reservations.
Upscale Gastro-Pub. Casual service with locally-influenced menu. Located at The Cincinnatian Hotel Click here for reservations.
Sweet Petit
Downtown
Sweet Petit
Downtown
Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients.
Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients.
The Rhined
Downtown
The Rhined
Downtown
Artisan cheese shop with the goal of introducing Cincinnati to cheese that is produced here while supporting local farmers and cheesemakers.
Artisan cheese shop with the goal of introducing Cincinnati to cheese that is produced here while supporting local farmers and cheesemakers.
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
French Crust Cafe
Downtown
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.
Sleepy Bee Cafe
Downtown
Sleepy Bee Cafe
Downtown
Sleepy Bee Café is a gathering place that serves locally sourced breakfast, brunch and lunch, made from food that tastes, makes you feel and is - good. Welcome!
Sleepy Bee Café is a gathering place that serves locally sourced breakfast, brunch and lunch, made from food that tastes, makes you feel and is - good. Welcome!
Pendleton Parlor
Downtown
Pendleton Parlor
Downtown
Pop in for a scoop of creamy ice cream, cookie dought, and espresso treats!
Pop in for a scoop of creamy ice cream, cookie dought, and espresso treats!
On the Rhine Eatery
Downtown
On the Rhine Eatery
Downtown
Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar... Read more
Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar and patio. Local restaurants represented include: Eli's BBQ Dope Asian Street Fair Django Western Taco Kitchen 1883 Queen City Whip Kitchen 1883 and...... Read More
Haru Korean Restaurant
Downtown
Haru Korean Restaurant
Downtown
Authentic Korean food including dolsot bibimbap and bulgogi beef.
Authentic Korean food including dolsot bibimbap and bulgogi beef.
Holiday Spirits
Downtown
Holiday Spirits
Downtown
Holiday Spirits a new dive bar located in Over the Rhine shares a spot with Forty Thieves walk-up window serving up Middle Eastern street food. Enjoy dishes like falafel,... Read more
Holiday Spirits a new dive bar located in Over the Rhine shares a spot with Forty Thieves walk-up window serving up Middle Eastern street food. Enjoy dishes like falafel, shawarma and grilled chicken thighs. Grab a libaton at Holiday Spirits with pool tables, darts, skee ball and Golden Tee. Relax on their outside patio with... Read More
Pho Lang Thang
Downtown
Pho Lang Thang
Downtown
Upbeat Vietnamese joint near Findlay Market for bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.
Upbeat Vietnamese joint near Findlay Market for bowls of pho and banh mi sandwiches.
Caffe Barista & Deli
Downtown
Caffe Barista & Deli
Downtown
Enjoy daily lunch specials on sandwiches, pizza and other American classics. Grab grocery items such as specialty meats, dairy products, beer & wine, and even fresh... Read more
Enjoy daily lunch specials on sandwiches, pizza and other American classics. Grab grocery items such as specialty meats, dairy products, beer & wine, and even fresh vegetables.
Street City Pub
Downtown
Street City Pub
Downtown
Formerly O'Reilly's, Street City Pub (owned by Prime Cincinnati) provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and... Read more
Formerly O'Reilly's, Street City Pub (owned by Prime Cincinnati) provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and enthusiastic service. Serving up authentic Irish pub-style fare. Plus, improv every Friday night and live music on Saturdays!
Kitty's Sports Grill
Downtown
Kitty's Sports Grill
Downtown
Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.
Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.
Joella's Hot Chicken
Downtown
Joella's Hot Chicken
Downtown
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
All-natural chicken that is brined overnight, fried golden brown, and sauced in your choice of unique spice blends.
Corner Bistro
Downtown
Corner Bistro
Downtown
Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine made with high quality ingredients.
Delicious sushi and Asian cuisine made with high quality ingredients.
Nation Kitchen and Bar
Downtown
Nation Kitchen and Bar
Downtown
Rustic-chic place with a large beer menu, craft cocktails, gourmet burgers, and creative potato sides.
Rustic-chic place with a large beer menu, craft cocktails, gourmet burgers, and creative potato sides.
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
Taste of Belgium
Downtown
A chic spot offering Belgian-tinged dishes alongside a long beer list plus wine and cocktails.
A chic spot offering Belgian-tinged dishes alongside a long beer list plus wine and cocktails.
Sports Page Restaurant
Downtown
Sports Page Restaurant
Downtown
Cozy sports-bar atmosphere that seems right out of a newspaper sports page.For breakfast you can enjoy an omelette, pancakes or goetta. Or you can have a burger, double-... Read more
Cozy sports-bar atmosphere that seems right out of a newspaper sports page.For breakfast you can enjoy an omelette, pancakes or goetta. Or you can have a burger, double-decker, or chicken fingers for a quick bite, or partake of their many dinners featuring grilled chicken, chopped steak, or fish. They also have a nice shrimp... Read More
Zula
Downtown
Zula
Downtown
Zula pairs great wine and craft beer with your choice of entree, hot steamy mussels, hot and cold plates and Artisan Z flat breads.
Zula pairs great wine and craft beer with your choice of entree, hot steamy mussels, hot and cold plates and Artisan Z flat breads.
Raya's Lebanese Restaurant
Downtown
Raya's Lebanese Restaurant
Downtown
Downtown workers and dwellers who love a good gyro or falafel will appreciate Raya's, a small diner popular for carry-out. Menu items include their vegetarian plate, Greek... Read more
Downtown workers and dwellers who love a good gyro or falafel will appreciate Raya's, a small diner popular for carry-out. Menu items include their vegetarian plate, Greek fries, tabouli, hummus, baba ghanoush, shawarma and kebabs.
Fiery Hen
Downtown
Fiery Hen
Downtown
Enjoy Southern spice with Cincinnati charm at this restaurant specializing in hot chicken, wings, brisket, and moonshine concoctions.
Enjoy Southern spice with Cincinnati charm at this restaurant specializing in hot chicken, wings, brisket, and moonshine concoctions.
Babushka Pierogies
Downtown
Babushka Pierogies
Downtown
Get your late night pierogie fix at Babushka's! This handmade pierogie company started in the Findaly Incubator Kitchen, and has their sites on a brick and mortar pierogie... Read more
Get your late night pierogie fix at Babushka's! This handmade pierogie company started in the Findaly Incubator Kitchen, and has their sites on a brick and mortar pierogie and vodka bar to open in OTR later in 2019. Try their pierogies at their walk-up window now!
Takeaway Deli and Grocery
Downtown
Takeaway Deli and Grocery
Downtown
Local grocery store offering deli sandwiches.
Local grocery store offering deli sandwiches.
Bake's Place
Downtown
Bake's Place
Downtown
Sandwiches, soups and salads are key to a quick yet nutritional lunch or dinner. If you're downtown, head to Bake's Place for hot or cold sandwiches, salads, homemade... Read more
Sandwiches, soups and salads are key to a quick yet nutritional lunch or dinner. If you're downtown, head to Bake's Place for hot or cold sandwiches, salads, homemade soups and breakfast items like bagels, pastries and croissants. Call ahead to save time.
Quan Hapa
Downtown
Quan Hapa
Downtown
A gastropub serving unique Asian street food, including Asian-inspired wings and Okonomiyaki, a Japanese-style pancake
A gastropub serving unique Asian street food, including Asian-inspired wings and Okonomiyaki, a Japanese-style pancake
Mainwood Pastry
Downtown
Mainwood Pastry
Downtown
Family-owned bakery turning out cakes, breads, cookies, and other pastries in a little shop.
Family-owned bakery turning out cakes, breads, cookies, and other pastries in a little shop.
Court Street Lobster Bar
Downtown
Court Street Lobster Bar
Downtown
Chill spot serving New England-inspired seafood, lobster rolls, wine, and beer in airy digs.
Chill spot serving New England-inspired seafood, lobster rolls, wine, and beer in airy digs.
Washington Platform Saloon and Restaurant
Downtown
Washington Platform Saloon and Restaurant
Downtown
Eclectic American dishes, plus an annual oyster festival & crab carnival, in a historic setting.
Eclectic American dishes, plus an annual oyster festival & crab carnival, in a historic setting.
Holy Grail Tavern & Grille
Downtown
Holy Grail Tavern & Grille
Downtown
The locally owned restaurant is a great option on game day, being across the street from Great American Ball Park. It has long bar tables, more than a dozen small tables,... Read more
The locally owned restaurant is a great option on game day, being across the street from Great American Ball Park. It has long bar tables, more than a dozen small tables, a patio and a rotating list of draft beers that won't cost you $7 a pint. Let's not forget the 30 HDTVs lining the long bar and sitting high on the walls of... Read More
Pepp & Dolores
Downtown
Pepp & Dolores
Downtown
A casual Italian restaurant featuring housemade pastas, carefully curated wines, and a balance of cherished family recipes and fresh, vibrant flavors.
A casual Italian restaurant featuring housemade pastas, carefully curated wines, and a balance of cherished family recipes and fresh, vibrant flavors.
First Watch
Downtown
First Watch
Downtown
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.
Lucy Blue
Downtown
Lucy Blue
Downtown
Lucy Blue's is the place to go when you need a late night meal or post-bar snack. This new location is also open until 3 a.m. You can get their delicious pizza with a wide... Read more
Lucy Blue's is the place to go when you need a late night meal or post-bar snack. This new location is also open until 3 a.m. You can get their delicious pizza with a wide variety of toppings ranging from your standard cheese to Greek-style. It is a party-goer's late night paradise.
Zundo Ramen and Donburi
Downtown
Zundo Ramen and Donburi
Downtown
Ramen, a traditional Japanese dish consisting of a meat- or fish-based broth, noodles and a range of vegetables and protein, has grown in popularity in recent years,Zundo... Read more
Ramen, a traditional Japanese dish consisting of a meat- or fish-based broth, noodles and a range of vegetables and protein, has grown in popularity in recent years,Zundo Ramen & Donburi, will serve ramen which he calls “incomparable” to Greater Cincinnati’s current offerings.
