Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Uptown 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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The Precinct
Uptown
The Precinct
Uptown
Jeff Ruby's Precinct is the first & original of the Ruby family, opened in 1981. It has been voted "THE BEST" by the people of Cincinnati for many years. Offering a... Read more
Jeff Ruby's Precinct is the first & original of the Ruby family, opened in 1981. It has been voted "THE BEST" by the people of Cincinnati for many years. Offering a main dining room, bar, patio & 3 private spaces for 10-90. Menu items include pan-roasted grouper, wood-grilled swordfish, great salads, appetizers like pan... Read More
Delicio Coal Fired Pizza
Uptown
Delicio Coal Fired Pizza
Uptown
Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.
Artisan pizzeria offering traditional Italian flavors and using coal-fired ovens.
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Uptown
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
Modern sports bar with a wide range of wing flavors, plus other pub eats & kids' deals.
The Hi-Mark
Uptown
The Hi-Mark
Uptown
An easygoing, industrial cocktail and craft beer bar and restaurant inside an 1866 house with a spacious patio.
An easygoing, industrial cocktail and craft beer bar and restaurant inside an 1866 house with a spacious patio.
Elephant Walk
Uptown
Elephant Walk
Uptown
Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.
Ethiopian and Indian classics served in a roomy, low-key space featuring a full bar with beer on tap.
Seasons 52
Uptown
Seasons 52
Uptown
Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.
Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.
Kabobske
Uptown
Kabobske
Uptown
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma,... Read more
Mediterranean restaurant serving fast-casual dishes that are made daily and fresh. Kabobs take center stage on the menu, along with other items like chicken shawarma, Lebanese-style gyros, falafel and lamb.
Mecklenburg Gardens
Uptown
Mecklenburg Gardens
Uptown
Mecklenburg Gardens encompasses Cincinnati's rich German heritage, serving traditional German cuisine in a 19th century building, complete with a biergarten wrapped in... Read more
Mecklenburg Gardens encompasses Cincinnati's rich German heritage, serving traditional German cuisine in a 19th century building, complete with a biergarten wrapped in grapevines. Try a Reuben, a schnitzel, a "Zinzinnati Wurst"...but make sure to leave room for dessert, like a Bavarian Cream Puff. Mecklenberg also hosts private... Read More
Bones' Burgers
Uptown
Bones' Burgers
Uptown
Local grass-fed black angus burgers and grilled cheese.
Local grass-fed black angus burgers and grilled cheese.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Uptown
Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.
Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.
BIBIBOP Asian Grill
Uptown
BIBIBOP Asian Grill
Uptown
A healthy meal inspired by the popular Korean dish "bibimbap" literally meaning "mixed rice". True to its namsake each BIBIBOP starts with perfectly steamed rice. Followed... Read more
A healthy meal inspired by the popular Korean dish "bibimbap" literally meaning "mixed rice". True to its namsake each BIBIBOP starts with perfectly steamed rice. Followed by a mix of your choice of grilled meats or tofu. Along with a variety of fresh vegetables and Asian-inspired sauces.
Sidewinder
Uptown
Sidewinder
Uptown
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
Snug, bright spot offering espresso drinks and cocktails with locally roasted coffee, plus light fare.
The Oak Tavern
Uptown
The Oak Tavern
Uptown
This sports bar and neighborhood hangout is an Oakley favorite, with live music three times a week and its 50-inch plasma TVs. The Oak Tavern is also known for its... Read more
This sports bar and neighborhood hangout is an Oakley favorite, with live music three times a week and its 50-inch plasma TVs. The Oak Tavern is also known for its inexpensive beer and liquor drinks as well as its happy hour from 4-7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
K&J Seafood
Uptown
K&J Seafood
Uptown
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
Serving Louisiana style fresh seafood to the Cincinnati area!
The Capital Grille
Uptown
The Capital Grille
Uptown
Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.
Upscale steakhouse chain offering classic Ameircan fare in a clubby, refined setting.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Django Western Taco
Uptown
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
Unpretentious eatery offering refined, Tex-Mex dishes, inventive cocktails, and live music.
The BonBonerie
Uptown
The BonBonerie
Uptown
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets including cupcakes & cookies, and a light cafe menu.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Uptown
Rooted Juicery & Kitchen
Uptown
100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.
100% organic juice bar, smoothie bar and plant-based market aiming to offer the highest quality and most nutritionally packed living foods to our customers.
El Camino Latin Street Food
Uptown
El Camino Latin Street Food
Uptown
Latin-inspired restaurant with a focus on street food for people to grab and go.
Latin-inspired restaurant with a focus on street food for people to grab and go.
Marco's Pizza
Uptown
Marco's Pizza
Uptown
Carry Out/Delivery only location
Carry Out/Delivery only location
Madison Diner
Uptown
Madison Diner
Uptown
Come for the bowling, stay for the food and the throw-back atmosphere of the long-time bowling alley. Nothing has changed since your parents, and maybe your grandparents,... Read more
Come for the bowling, stay for the food and the throw-back atmosphere of the long-time bowling alley. Nothing has changed since your parents, and maybe your grandparents, bowled at Madison Bowl 50 years ago. The Diner boasts great burgers as well as homemade Cincinnati-style chili, beans and cornbread. A full bar makes losing... Read More
The Littlefield
Uptown
The Littlefield
Uptown
Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.
Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.
Blackbird Eatery
Uptown
Blackbird Eatery
Uptown
Local eatery serving casual new American cuisine along with wine, draft beer, and cocktails.
Local eatery serving casual new American cuisine along with wine, draft beer, and cocktails.
Oriental Wok
Uptown
Oriental Wok
Uptown
This new addition to the Wong family's landmark Chinese restaurant since 1977 is located in the Regency Tower condo building. Enjoy specialties like the spicy Volcano... Read more
This new addition to the Wong family's landmark Chinese restaurant since 1977 is located in the Regency Tower condo building. Enjoy specialties like the spicy Volcano Chicken or the Seafood Wor Bar with shrimp, lobster, scallops and fish. They serve plenty of seafood, plus your typical Chow Mein. Vegetarians rejoice with items... Read More
Graeter's
Uptown
Graeter's
Uptown
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... Read More
Le Bar a Boeuf
Uptown
Le Bar a Boeuf
Uptown
A modern French bistro serving beef, Wagyu beef, bison, lamb, and fish, garnished with compound butters and classic sauces. A separate lounge allows visitors to enjoy... Read more
A modern French bistro serving beef, Wagyu beef, bison, lamb, and fish, garnished with compound butters and classic sauces. A separate lounge allows visitors to enjoy views of the Ohio River from the patio.
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Urbana Cafe
Uptown
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts.
Alfio's Buon Cibo
Uptown
Alfio's Buon Cibo
Uptown
Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.
Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.
J.D.'s
Uptown
J.D.'s
Uptown
If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase... Read more
If you like to jam out and listen to people belt it out J.D.'s is the place for you. There's always music cranking out of the jukebox and every Friday people showcase their talents for karaoke. The specialty for this restaurant is the double-decker J.D. burger.
Starbucks
Uptown
Starbucks
Uptown
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more
It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento's Italian Joint
Uptown
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches... Read more
Sorrento’s boasts all the "staples" that made it famous. You will find all that you loved here in its original recipes. Pizza, pasta, freshly-made salads and sandwiches are just the beginning. There is even more to love with the unveiling of classic Italian dishes, appetizers and new salads that round out this "Italian Joint... Read More
Dojo Gelato
Uptown
Dojo Gelato
Uptown
Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).
Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).
Wildfire Pizza Kitchen
Uptown
Wildfire Pizza Kitchen
Uptown
Located inside Urban Artifact, Wildfire Pizza Kitchen is a small wood-fired kitchen serving pizzas, salads, appetizers, desserts and more.They strive to continuously focus... Read more
Located inside Urban Artifact, Wildfire Pizza Kitchen is a small wood-fired kitchen serving pizzas, salads, appetizers, desserts and more.They strive to continuously focus on making the best food possible while offering a lot of creativity to the menu.
Orange Leaf
Uptown
Orange Leaf
Uptown
Orange Leaf is a self-serve, fill-your-own-bucket, and pay-by-the-ounce shop. With almost 70 flavor options and 35 topping possibilities - not all at once, please - you... Read more
Orange Leaf is a self-serve, fill-your-own-bucket, and pay-by-the-ounce shop. With almost 70 flavor options and 35 topping possibilities - not all at once, please - you can create as much of your perfect dessert as you want.
Marrakech Moroccan Cafe & Grill
Uptown
Marrakech Moroccan Cafe & Grill
Uptown
Marrakech cafe & grill your gate to morocco
Marrakech cafe & grill your gate to morocco
