Cold temperatures can’t keep Cincy indoors. If you’re looking for a fun and cozy place to enjoy a cocktail on a rooftop with friends and stay comfy, check out these restaurants and bars in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with private igloos and patios with plenty of fire pits. Make your reservations soon, these outdoor igloos are sure to be the hottest tickets this season!

The AC Upper Deck

Igloo dining at The AC Upper Deck (photo: Provided by The AC Upper Deck)
Igloo dining at The AC Upper Deck (photo: Provided by The AC Upper Deck)

Amazing views of the Ohio River, Roebling Bridge, and downtown Cincinnati await you at The AC Upper Deck at The Banks. Igloos are available Thursday through Saturday evenings with a $32 booking fee and a required minimum during your experience. Up to eight people can enjoy the intimate space with appetizers, cocktails, spiked hot chocolate, and more. Make your reservations here.

Braxton Brewing Igloobar

Igloobar at Braxton Brewing (photo: Braxton Brewing Company)
Igloobar at Braxton Brewing (photo: Braxton Brewing Company)

Escape the bitterness of a Midwest winter and retreat to a private, heated oasis at Braxton Brewing's Igloobar on the Rooftop. Igloos accommodate up to eight people and include a dedicated bartender. Spice up the night with tunes on the Bluetooth speaker and add a food and drink package for more revelry. Reservations required with a $35 reservation fee are required to hold the spot and applied to your overall bill. 

Catch-A-Fire Pizza Blue Ash

Igloo dining at Catch-A-Fire Pizza Blue Ash location (photo: @catchafire)
Igloo dining at Catch-A-Fire Pizza Blue Ash location (photo: @catchafire)

Enjoy a local brew and hot pizza at Catch-A-Fire's Blue Ash location in your own private igloo! Reservable for two-hour time slots from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., the igloos include Bluetooth speakers, full service from a dedicated server, and can hold up to six people. A rental fee of $35 is required and will be applied to your final bill. (There is a minimum spending requirement on select days and times). Available every year from mid-November through March. Book your igloo.

Winter Wonderyard at Covington Yard

Igloos at Covington Yard (photo: Provided by Covington Yard)
Igloos at Covington Yard (photo: Provided by Covington Yard)

A favorite dog-friendly outdoor oasis that turns into a Winter WonderYard in the winter, Covington Yard is a fun place to meet up with friends for a happy hour outdoors even in the middle of winter. Check out delicious food and festive cocktails at Covington's neighborhood hangout and stay for their first-come-first-served heated igloos. 

DeSha's American Tavern

Stay warm dining outdoors at DeSha's American Tavern. Small electric heaters keep the cold away for groups of up to eight people. There is a booking fee of $25-$50 (depending on the day and time) and reservations are required.

Fifty West Brewing Company

Fifty West Brewing outdoor dining
Fifty West Brewing outdoor dining

In addition to sipping on a locally-crafted beer, Fifty West West Brewing Company has created a winter wonderland of family fun including bonfire pits, and heated tents to keep guests warm. Don't miss hot chocolate and ice skating to complete the winter wonderland experience.

Bridgeview Box Park on the Levee

Igloos and holiday tree at Newport on the Levee (photo: Lisa K. Colina)
Igloos and holiday tree at Newport on the Levee (photo: Lisa K. Colina)

Bridgeview Box Park at Newport on the Levee is continuing the party all winter long with festive food and cocktails in The Chill Room. This heated igloo bar is decked out for the holiday season and serves light bites and drinks Friday-Sunday.   

Shires Rooftop Igloos and Greenhouses

Igloos at The View at Shires' Garden (photo: Ignite Entertainment Cincinnati)
Igloos at The View at Shires' Garden (photo: Ignite Entertainment Cincinnati)

With panoramic views of the city and riverfront, Shires Rooftop is a must-visit this winter!  Garden Igloo and Terrace Greenhouse experiences. Bring up to eight people for a full-service dining experience in a garden igloo or terrace greenhouse. Make your reservations now!

The Blind Lemon

Blind Lemon

Located in the quaint neighborhood of Mount Adams, the Blind Lemon is a true hidden gem and one of the most romantic spots in all of the city! Enjoy a winter-themed cocktail on their unforgettable private terrace, featuring lush plants, live music, and a wood-burning fireplace. 

Little Miami Brewing Company

Little Miami Brewing Company is a family-friendly local favorite in Milford, Ohio is a great brewery to visit year-round. In the winter, you can kick back and enjoy a craft beer by their roaring fire pits and a view of the Little Miami River. Top off your night with some brick-oven pizzas made from scratch.

Even if you can’t snag an igloo reservation, many restaurants and bars in Cincy are warming up the outdoors with covered patios, tents, and space heaters. Check with local restaurants and bars to see how they're cozying things up this winter.

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