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.
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.
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!
Aunt Flora's
Downtown
Aunt Flora's
Downtown
Located with in Findlay Market, Flora's is baking up handmade sweet and savory cobblers with the best ingredients!
Located with in Findlay Market, Flora's is baking up handmade sweet and savory cobblers with the best ingredients!
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.
Sacred Beast Diner
Downtown
Sacred Beast Diner
Downtown
Diner offering simple food taken seriously.
Diner offering simple food taken seriously.
The Pony OTR
Downtown
The Pony OTR
Downtown
Neighborhood bar with great food and drinks, games, and overall fun times.
Neighborhood bar with great food and drinks, games, and overall fun times.
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
B&A Street Kitchen
Downtown
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Modern Tex-Mex and Southern favorites served all day in industrial-chic digs with a walk-up window.
Tin Roof
Downtown
Tin Roof
Downtown
Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one... Read more
Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one of a kind inspired and eclectic menu, music is not all you’ll find at The Roof. So come on in and grab a bite or two. Stick around a while for our infamous... Read More
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!
Aladdin's Eatery + Lounge
Downtown
Aladdin's Eatery + Lounge
Downtown
Simple Lebanese-American chain offering traditional and vegetarian dishes plus smoothies, beer, and wine.
Simple Lebanese-American chain offering traditional and vegetarian dishes plus smoothies, beer, and wine.
Sweet Petit
Downtown
Sweet Petit
Downtown
Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients. Orders picked up from Cream + Sugar Coffeehouse.
Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients. Orders picked up from Cream + Sugar Coffeehouse.
Hathaway's Diner
Downtown
Hathaway's Diner
Downtown
Stepping into Hathaway's is like returning to downtown Cincinnati during the 1950s. Servers in classic waitress uniforms are friendly, but not chatty, since the small... Read more
Stepping into Hathaway's is like returning to downtown Cincinnati during the 1950s. Servers in classic waitress uniforms are friendly, but not chatty, since the small space and counter seats get crowded during lunch hours. All-American entrees like burgers, sandwiches, Icelandic cod, beef barbecue, tuna melt and quarter... Read... Read More
Gourmet Food To Go
Downtown
Gourmet Food To Go
Downtown
Serving breakfast and lunch for dine-in or carry out. Catering also available.
Serving breakfast and lunch for dine-in or carry out. Catering also available.
Morton's The Steakhouse
Downtown
Morton's The Steakhouse
Downtown
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood, and other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood, and other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.
Mikey's Late Night Slice
Downtown
Mikey's Late Night Slice
Downtown
Columbus based pizza place makes it way to Cincinnati! Mikey's Late Night Slice is a customizable pizza joint with foldable slices and toppings galore all baked inside... Read more
Columbus based pizza place makes it way to Cincinnati! Mikey's Late Night Slice is a customizable pizza joint with foldable slices and toppings galore all baked inside their very own pizza oven! Sauce is boss at Mikey's with their ery own sauce and pepper bar with a vast array of extras to add to your slice. Mikey's has a funky... Read More
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.
Skyline Chili
Downtown
Skyline Chili
Downtown
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly... Read more
Proclaimed by many non-Cincinnati natives to be an acquired taste, most who were born and raised here can't remember life without Skyline (and those who move here quickly become loyal as well). The chili, part of what makes Cincinnati the city we all know and love, has been made from the same Greek recipe since the first...... Read More
Mr. Sushi
Downtown
Mr. Sushi
Downtown
Owned by Jin Kim, who also owns Iron Chef Grille in Symmes Township and Kai Sushi Cafe in Dayton. On the menu: sushi, obviously. Mr. Sushi has a big menu of fish entrees,... Read more
Owned by Jin Kim, who also owns Iron Chef Grille in Symmes Township and Kai Sushi Cafe in Dayton. On the menu: sushi, obviously. Mr. Sushi has a big menu of fish entrees, noodle dishes and teriyaki. White miso soup and sesame-dressed salad comes with sushi orders over $10.
Scotti's Italian Restaurant
Downtown
Scotti's Italian Restaurant
Downtown
A standby for Italian classics since 1912, this old-school, family-run spot offers a warm ambiance.
A standby for Italian classics since 1912, this old-school, family-run spot offers a warm ambiance.
Takeaway Deli and Grocery
Downtown
Takeaway Deli and Grocery
Downtown
Local grocery store offering deli sandwiches.
Local grocery store offering deli sandwiches.
Nicholson's Tavern & Pub
Downtown
Nicholson's Tavern & Pub
Downtown
Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer and brown spirits plus live music.
Authentic Scottish tavern and pub across from the Aronoff Center. Enjoy classic British Isles dishes and American favorites, and a large selection of single-malt scotches.
Ollie's Trolley
Downtown
Ollie's Trolley
Downtown
Ollie's Trolley serves up good old-fashioned Southern soul food from a vintage trolley car parked on Central Avenue in the West End. The Trolley itself is hard to miss--it... Read more
Ollie's Trolley serves up good old-fashioned Southern soul food from a vintage trolley car parked on Central Avenue in the West End. The Trolley itself is hard to miss--it's adorned with photos of African-American leaders and a picture of the owner, Marvin Smith, with Barack and Michelle Obama (for whom he has catered numerous... Read More
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.
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
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.
Brewdog
Downtown
Brewdog
Downtown
Scotland-based brewery BrewDog is located in Pendlton serving up its famous craft beer, the largest in the UK. The taproom includes 8,500 square feet and a 1,000... Read more
Scotland-based brewery BrewDog is located in Pendlton serving up its famous craft beer, the largest in the UK. The taproom includes 8,500 square feet and a 1,000 square foot rooftop deck. The kitchen includes a menu of "junk-food". Enjoy cames like giant Jenga, Connect Four and a gaming room with old-school pinballs and arcade... 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
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
Sugar
Downtown
Sugar
Downtown
Sugar is a boutique bakery currently serving Cincinnati and it's surrounding areas. They specialize in gourmet cupcakes, cookies, cakes. They also offer a range of other... Read more
Sugar is a boutique bakery currently serving Cincinnati and it's surrounding areas. They specialize in gourmet cupcakes, cookies, cakes. They also offer a range of other seasonal desserts including pudding & pies.
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.
The View at Shires' Garden
Downtown
The View at Shires' Garden
Downtown
Standing high above the city on the 10th floor of the City Club Apartments, at 309 Vine Street; resurrected from the history that has stood here before our time, The View... Read more
Standing high above the city on the 10th floor of the City Club Apartments, at 309 Vine Street; resurrected from the history that has stood here before our time, The View at Shires’ Garden is inspired by the first amusement resort in this part of the country, Shires’ Garden. This beautiful restaurant and amazing outdoor patio... Read More
Arnold's Bar & Grill
Downtown
Arnold's Bar & Grill
Downtown
Lively spot for American food (with vegan options) and live tunes in a historic, art-adorned space.
Lively spot for American food (with vegan options) and live tunes in a historic, art-adorned space.
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
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)
Taft's Ale House
Downtown
Taft's Ale House
Downtown
Artisanal beers, steaks, and salads served in a classic brewpub named after Cincinnati’s favorite son.
Artisanal beers, steaks, and salads served in a classic brewpub named after Cincinnati’s favorite son.
Mita's
Downtown
Mita's
Downtown
Mita's is the second restaurant from acclaimed Chef Jose Salazar is named after his Colombian grandmother, his 'Mita.' The menu focuses on both the traditional and modern... Read more
Mita's is the second restaurant from acclaimed Chef Jose Salazar is named after his Colombian grandmother, his 'Mita.' The menu focuses on both the traditional and modern foods and beverages of Spain and Latin America - with tapas, ceviches, cured hams, cheeses and large plates.
Social O.T.R.
Downtown
Social O.T.R.
Downtown
Social O.T.R. is a culinary training restaurant at 1819 Elm Street. The basic concept: people in Cincinnati are looking for employment, and there are a lot of available... Read more
Social O.T.R. is a culinary training restaurant at 1819 Elm Street. The basic concept: people in Cincinnati are looking for employment, and there are a lot of available jobs in the restaurant industry. This program teaches the people looking for employment the necessary skills to get those restaurant jobs. Match made! Social... Read More
Allez Bakery
Downtown
Allez Bakery
Downtown
Bakery serving up freshly baked bread and pasteries in the heart of OTR.
Bakery serving up freshly baked bread and pasteries in the heart of OTR.
MAIZE - Arepas & Bar
Downtown
MAIZE - Arepas & Bar
Downtown
Authentic Latin American cuisine.
Authentic Latin American cuisine.
