Find Family Friendly Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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.

Taste of Belgium

Downtown

Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.

Sweet and savory Belgian waffles and crepes plus artisanal-roasted coffees.

Hoppin' Vines

North

Hoppin' Vines is a craft beer, wine, and duckpin bowling venue with a bourbon bar and Delicio Coal Fired Pizza being served up fresh! A great place to relax and hang out... Read more

Hoppin' Vines is a craft beer, wine, and duckpin bowling venue with a bourbon bar and Delicio Coal Fired Pizza being served up fresh! A great place to relax and hang out with a famil-friendly atmosphere. With over 40 beer taps and a glass-walled wine cellar and premium bottles of bourbon, there is something for everyone. 

Martino's on Vine

Uptown

Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.

Pittsburgh Steelers-themed eatery and bar serving Italian-American fare & signature hoagies.

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

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.

Highgrain Brewing Co.

North

The brewery specializes in old-world styles with a modern twist and offer a broad assortment. Each batch will be crafted in consideration of the chef's menu to bring... Read more

The brewery specializes in old-world styles with a modern twist and offer a broad assortment. Each batch will be crafted in consideration of the chef's menu to bring flavors forward and keep guests satisfied. Beer options include the Amble Ale, Norwegian Table Ale, Strawberry Blackberry American Wheat and more!  The food will... Read More

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

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. 

Robert James Cinema

East

Part cinema, part tap room. RJ Cinema is a unique and innovative first run movie theater concept where you can enjoy locally sourced craft beers, scratch made kitchen... Read more

Part cinema, part tap room. RJ Cinema is a unique and innovative first run movie theater concept where you can enjoy locally sourced craft beers, scratch made kitchen selections, and premium crafted spirits from the Robert James Distillery in nearby Norwood.   RJ Cinema offers private parties, lessons on distillation and of... Read More

Market Street Grille

West

Located in a three-story building dating from 1848 in the heart of Harrison, the Market Street Grille offers a touch of casual elegance. The menu includes the restaurant's... Read more

Located in a three-story building dating from 1848 in the heart of Harrison, the Market Street Grille offers a touch of casual elegance. The menu includes the restaurant's award-winning potato soup and entres ranging from jambalaya to meat loaf. Catering and a private party room are available.

Terrace Cafe

Uptown

The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of... Read more

The Terrace Café offers a full menu with a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches inspired by works in our collection. A great way to enhance your visit! Enjoy views of the Cincinnati Art Museum’s Alice Bimel Courtyard and seating on the outdoor terrace during warm weather. Art Museum Members receive a 10% discount in the... Read More

The Echo

Uptown

Spinning Forchetta Italian Eatery

North

Formerly The Spinning Fork. The Spinning Forchetta Italian Eatery, family owned and operated since 1981, is an Italian eatery, casual enough to meet up with family... Read more

Formerly The Spinning Fork.  The Spinning Forchetta Italian Eatery, family owned and operated since 1981, is an Italian eatery, casual enough to meet up with family but classy enough for a date night. The dining area is cozy, with high arches strung with red and green curtains. Wine bottles are displayed throughout the... Read More

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

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. 

Cock & Bull Public House

South > Riverfront

Cock and Bull in MainStrasse serves as a restaurant by day, where you can sit outside on the sidewalk with a view of the Goose Girl Fountain, and handles the neighborhood... Read more

Cock and Bull in MainStrasse serves as a restaurant by day, where you can sit outside on the sidewalk with a view of the Goose Girl Fountain, and handles the neighborhood bar crowd by night. The pub offers a sweeping drink selection--50 draft selections of beer alone--along with fish 'n' chips, burgers (including the black bean... Read More

Anderson Pub & Grill

East

A spacious pub serving beer, wine & casual American eats in a colorful setting with an outdoor patio.

A spacious pub serving beer, wine & casual American eats in a colorful setting with an outdoor patio.

Reality Tuesday Cafe

South > Southwest

There's no need to rush at Reality Tuesday Cafe; this independent cafe in Park Hills is a place to sit back and relax. Grab a cup of joe and build your own breakfast... Read more

There's no need to rush at Reality Tuesday Cafe; this independent cafe in Park Hills is a place to sit back and relax. Grab a cup of joe and build your own breakfast sandwich--on a bagel, English muffin or pita bread. All pastries--donuts, muffins and scones--are handmade fresh daily. Try one of Reality's homemade sandwiches... Read More

The Pub Crestview Hills

South > Southwest

A true British Pub experience complete with brilliant food, drink, and genuine hospitality.

A true British Pub experience complete with brilliant food, drink, and genuine hospitality.

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

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.

Senate

North

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue... Read more

Known best for its location in Over-the-Rhine, Senate brings its famous upscale hot dogs and gourmet street food to Summit Park in its second, larger location. The Blue Ash location offers brunch with menu items included eggs Benedict, breakfast burrito, and buttermilk pancakes with creme anglaise and topped with crushed cocoa... Read More

Shooters Sports Grill

East

Shooters Sports Grill is your higher-end sports bar that offers a fun atmosphere with a pool table, games and lots of flat screen TVs so you can catch your favorite sports... Read more

Shooters Sports Grill is your higher-end sports bar that offers a fun atmosphere with a pool table, games and lots of flat screen TVs so you can catch your favorite sports team in action. When the weather gets nice, make sure to take your drink out on the patio. Don't forget to ask for a menu if you get hungry, as they serve... Read More

Machine Room

Downtown

Let's face it, baseball games can be just about as hot as Satan's bachelor pad. So say you're at Great American Ball Park and you're soaking up the sun (and maybe the... Read more

Let's face it, baseball games can be just about as hot as Satan's bachelor pad. So say you're at Great American Ball Park and you're soaking up the sun (and maybe the seats too), you want some food but just can't motivate yourself to get up. The Machine Room is your motivational solution. The fully air-conditioned restaurant is... Read More

Chandler's Burger Bistro

West

Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.

Relaxed, roomy, neighborhood pub with generous burgers and local craft beers, plus TVs showing sports.

The Sandbar

East

Bar food & beverages served at seasonal (March-Oct.) spot for playing beach volleyball & cornhole.

Bar food & beverages served at seasonal (March-Oct.) spot for playing beach volleyball & cornhole.

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza

North

Wood Fired Pizzas and Craft Beer are perfectly paired in this laid back, casual dining restaurant - with a warm and fresh design, accented by locally reclaimed barnwood,... Read more

Wood Fired Pizzas and Craft Beer are perfectly paired in this laid back, casual dining restaurant - with a warm and fresh design, accented by locally reclaimed barnwood, brick walls and a large landscaped patio. Brixx is a specialty pizza spot known for their wood fired creations of not only pizza, but also wings and appetizers... Read More

Buffalo Wild Wings

West

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces,... Read more

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big screens to watch games on. And there are some trivia and video games, too. This is good to know:... Read More

Berd's Grill & Bar

North

Local family friendly sports bar focused on fresh, high-quality bar food and beverages. 

Local family friendly sports bar focused on fresh, high-quality bar food and beverages. 

Brothers Bar & Grill

South

Offering American bar comfort food as well as great specials daily.

Offering American bar comfort food as well as great specials daily.

City Goat

South

Meet friends, eat great food, and enjoy excellent craft brews, wine, and cocktails. 

Meet friends, eat great food, and enjoy excellent craft brews, wine, and cocktails. 

Skally's

North

Skally’s is a family owned fast casual Restaurant in the streets of West Chester providing freshly baked daily mouthwatering bread products used for gyros, pizza,... Read more

Skally’s is a family owned fast casual Restaurant in the streets of West Chester providing freshly baked daily mouthwatering bread products used for gyros, pizza, sandwiches and more. Enjoy recipes cooked from scratch that have been staples in the Skally family for generations!

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.

Libby's Southern Comfort

South

Check out NKY's newest restaurant that plays homage to great southern cuisine and refreshing cocktails! Located in the heart of the Duveneck Square, you can enjoy a casual... Read more

Check out NKY's newest restaurant that plays homage to great southern cuisine and refreshing cocktails! Located in the heart of the Duveneck Square, you can enjoy a casual bar/eatery located in the historic home of Dixie Wholesale Grocery.  Try many dishes like their special-recipe fried chicken, oysters on the half shell,... Read More

Hang Over Easy

Uptown

French toast, burgers, draft beers, and cocktails in a diner and bar with a hip vibe and patio seating.

French toast, burgers, draft beers, and cocktails in a diner and bar with a hip vibe and patio seating.

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

Cheapside

Downtown

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Coffee and New American breakfast and lunch fare in a modern, light-filled space with wood accents.

Station Family + BBQ

North

Get your fix of great BBQ from this Wyoming local brewpub founded by Cooking with Caitlin, Caitlin Steininger and Kelly Trush. This family freindly space will serve up... Read more

Get your fix of great BBQ from this Wyoming local brewpub founded by Cooking with Caitlin, Caitlin Steininger and Kelly Trush. This family freindly space will serve up smoked pork, brisket, salmon carrots and sausages daily! 

Slatts

North

This relaxed neighborhood pub serves a menu ranging from spicy chicken spring rolls to filet mignon.

This relaxed neighborhood pub serves a menu ranging from spicy chicken spring rolls to filet mignon.

Agave & Rye

South

Tequila and bourbon hall offering epic tacos and daily specials. 

Tequila and bourbon hall offering epic tacos and daily specials. 

Buffalo Wild Wings

East

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces,... Read more

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big screens to watch games on. And there are some trivia and video games, too. This is good to know:... Read More

Barleycorn's

South > Southwest

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the... Read more

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the walls. After work, stop the hunger pangs with a wide selection of appetizers such as wings and nachos con queso. Really hungry? Dare to devour one of the... Read More

Sorrento's Restaurant & Lounge

North

One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and... Read more

One of the few piano bars in Cincinnati, Sorrento's offers live entertainment seven nights a week. For over 46 years this has been the place to enjoy great food and live music. There is room for you and a dozen of your closest friends to sing along at the grand piano! This is also the perfect place for private parties in their... Read More

Take Five

North

You might want to take more than five at this West Side hangout. Grab a beer and head out to the patio during nice weather, or stay inside to cheer for your favorite team... Read more

You might want to take more than five at this West Side hangout. Grab a beer and head out to the patio during nice weather, or stay inside to cheer for your favorite team on one of the restaurant's 19 TVs. Stop by for appetizers, like wings and chili dip, or stay awhile with fresh salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, wings and... Read More

Envision Cinemas

North

Located in Blue Ash, Envision Cinemas provides family fun with movies, food, and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy ites from a full bar & grill menu all with the push... Read more

Located in Blue Ash, Envision Cinemas provides family fun with movies, food, and entertainment for all ages. Enjoy ites from a full bar & grill menu all with the push of a button in a relazing recliner in the theater. 

Buffalo Wings & Rings

North

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.