Bars with Live Music in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Hofbrauhaus

South > Riverfront

The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent... Read more

The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent bier and tasty German and American fare, Hofbräuhaus Newport is sure to be a memorable experience for everyone. The Hofbräuhaus Newport is modeled after the... Read More

Chapter Mt. Adams

Uptown

Chill hangout with a roomy patio & covered outdoor bar, featuring pub fare, cocktails & live music.

Chill hangout with a roomy patio & covered outdoor bar, featuring pub fare, cocktails & live music.

Sonny's All Blues Lounge

Uptown

In the mood for some blues? Head to Sonny's All Blues Lounge, where the clientele must be 30 and over. A live blues band takes the stage on Sundays from 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.... Read more

In the mood for some blues? Head to Sonny's All Blues Lounge, where the clientele must be 30 and over. A live blues band takes the stage on Sundays from 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Monday is karaoke night from 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Other nights, set the mood with some R&B on the open jukebox.

BrewRiver Creole Kitchen

East

Newly opened and revived from the creators of BrewRiver Gastropub, BrewRiver Creole Kitchen is taking the heart of creole cooking and bringing it to the Queen City!... Read more

Newly opened and revived from the creators of BrewRiver Gastropub, BrewRiver Creole Kitchen is taking the heart of creole cooking and bringing it to the Queen City! BrewRiver is your destination for New Orleans-inspired cuisine, assorted ilbations, and live music! 

Queen City Radio

Downtown

Spacious bar in a buzzy, industrial indoor/outdoor space offering food truck eats, DJs, and live music.

Spacious bar in a buzzy, industrial indoor/outdoor space offering food truck eats, DJs, and live music.

Nicholson's Tavern & Pub

Downtown

Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer and brown spirits plus live music.

Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer and brown spirits plus live music.

Bambooz Bar & Grill

South > Southeast

Seven mounted TVs keep the fans covered at the sports-themed hookah haven known as Bambooz. Pool, pinball, and a TouchTunes jukebox are good for filling in the commercial... Read more

Seven mounted TVs keep the fans covered at the sports-themed hookah haven known as Bambooz. Pool, pinball, and a TouchTunes jukebox are good for filling in the commercial breaks, and the kitchen rolls out specials daily. For weekends, Fridays bring cover-free acoustic sets starting at 7 p.m. and Saturday night is ladies night... 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

Henke Winery

West

Henke Winery features fifteen award-winning, hand-crafted wines created by Joe Henke. Henke Winery also has a casual to gourmet menu.

Henke Winery features fifteen award-winning, hand-crafted wines created by Joe Henke. Henke Winery also has a casual to gourmet menu.

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

Brick Street

North

Hangout for live music, karaoke, and sports on TV with bar food, drink specials, and an outdoor patio.

Hangout for live music, karaoke, and sports on TV with bar food, drink specials, and an outdoor patio.

Tillie's Lounge

Uptown

The lounge is named after a beloved Cincinnati entertainer, Tillie the elephant. Tillie was the most famous of many exotic animals in John Robinson’s Circus which traveled... Read more

The lounge is named after a beloved Cincinnati entertainer, Tillie the elephant. Tillie was the most famous of many exotic animals in John Robinson’s Circus which traveled the country and paraded the streets of Northside in the early 20th century. 

Beer Sellar

South > Riverfront

Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat... Read more

Beer Sellar offers sun, the Ohio River and live music. You can choose from 60 drafts and 135 bottles of imports. You can dock your boat and pay $5 to board the riverboat shuttle to Riverbend events and Reds and Bengals games. Though Beer Sellar hosts a number of European beers, the major focus is on domestic micro-brews. They... Read More

Longneck's Sports Grill

South > Southeast

As its name implies, Longnecks Sports Grill offers a long list of longneck beers, as well as other drafts and imports. This sports bar isn't all about the beer, though -... Read more

As its name implies, Longnecks Sports Grill offers a long list of longneck beers, as well as other drafts and imports. This sports bar isn't all about the beer, though - there's the full menu, complete with wings and their pot roast sandwich. Thanks to the impressive amount of mounted TVs, it's one of the best places to catch a... Read More

Foster's At The Troubadour

North

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

Enjoy bistro style cuisine, have a coffee, and enjoy homemade goodies at Foster's at the Troubadour. 

MOTR Pub

Downtown

Easygoing hangout with local art on the walls, featuring live rock bands and hearty comfort fare.

Easygoing hangout with local art on the walls, featuring live rock bands and hearty comfort fare.

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

The Drinkery

Downtown

The Drinkery OTR is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio featuring local & national original bands and DJs. We are focused on bringing attention to the Cincinnati music... Read more

The Drinkery OTR is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio featuring local & national original bands and DJs. We are focused on bringing attention to the Cincinnati music & craft beer scene in Over-the-Rhine, a historical neighborhood with a strong arts community.

The Monkey Bar & Grille

North

Drive in or paddle up to the Monkey Bar & Grille. With 3 levels of bars, amazing outdoor seating and river access, The Monkey Bar is a fun hang out for everyone. Lives... Read more

Drive in or paddle up to the Monkey Bar & Grille. With 3 levels of bars, amazing outdoor seating and river access, The Monkey Bar is a fun hang out for everyone. Lives bands on the weekend on the huge outdoor patio space, food trucks, and great bar staff make this hidden gem a classic. There is even a dock to pull your... Read More

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.

Mad Frog

Uptown

The green building that houses the Mad Frog looms on the corner of Vine and McMillan streets, a popular hangout for local college students and live music fans.

The green building that houses the Mad Frog looms on the corner of Vine and McMillan streets, a popular hangout for local college students and live music fans.

Kreimer's Bier Haus

West

Kreimer's Bier Haus is a cozy spot for a special, authentic German meal. This family-owned restaurant is known for hand-cutting their own beef. Stop by the bar for a taste... Read more

Kreimer's Bier Haus is a cozy spot for a special, authentic German meal. This family-owned restaurant is known for hand-cutting their own beef. Stop by the bar for a taste of their original brews, or step outside for views overlooking the Great Miami River. Visit Kreimer's Rver Bar and Grille Friday and Saturday evenings... Read More

Fries Cafe

Uptown

A classic beer joint with a vintage feel and for a reason: Fries has been a bar for more than 70 years. The main bar on the first floor is a great place to socialize and... Read more

A classic beer joint with a vintage feel and for a reason: Fries has been a bar for more than 70 years. The main bar on the first floor is a great place to socialize and have the knowledgeable staff help you select the best beer, whether it's one of their eight drafts or a domestic microbrew bottle. Downstairs, pool tables,... Read More

Revel OTR

Downtown

Cozy winery with live music, handcrafted wines, and light snacks in rustic-chic digs with live music.

Cozy winery with live music, handcrafted wines, and light snacks in rustic-chic digs with live music.

Backyard Bar

North

The large open space of the Backyard Bar offers lots of options to its patrons each night. There is a stage and dance floor for bands or DJ almost every night. Dart... Read more

The large open space of the Backyard Bar offers lots of options to its patrons each night. There is a stage and dance floor for bands or DJ almost every night. Dart tournaments are held on Monday nights, and the back yard has ample room to play cornhole, enjoy the outdoor bar, or pick up a game of beach volleyball. Dollar... Read More

Stanley's Pub

East

Stanley's Pub is a music bar that hosts both local and touring acts seven nights a week, from jazz and bluegrass to reggae and rock. They also have a large outdoor patio... Read more

Stanley's Pub is a music bar that hosts both local and touring acts seven nights a week, from jazz and bluegrass to reggae and rock. They also have a large outdoor patio with a pool table, and the TVs are constantly playing sports. Happy hour is from 4-8 p.m. with $1.50 domestic bottles and $1 off everything else.

Jag's Steak & Seafood

North

Upmarket surf 'n' turf with six mahogany-lined dining rooms, plus a lounge hosting live music and DJs.

Upmarket surf 'n' turf with six mahogany-lined dining rooms, plus a lounge hosting live music and DJs.

StoneBrook Winery

South > Southeast

Pair a barbecue dinner with a fine glass of locally grown wine at StoneBrook Winery in Camp Springs. The 100-acre farm has belonged to the Walters family since 1870. Fifth... Read more

Pair a barbecue dinner with a fine glass of locally grown wine at StoneBrook Winery in Camp Springs. The 100-acre farm has belonged to the Walters family since 1870. Fifth-generation owners Bonnie and Dennis Walters began the winery in 2004. They cultivate six acres of red and white grapes to make StoneBrook's signature Vidal... Read More

The Greenwich

Uptown

Arts and entertainment is what The Greenwich of Walnut Hills is all about. This jazz haven plays host to an eclectic list of events and even has its own art gallery... Read more

Arts and entertainment is what The Greenwich of Walnut Hills is all about. This jazz haven plays host to an eclectic list of events and even has its own art gallery upstairs, appropriately named 'Upstairs at The Greenwich." Originally a jazz oriented bar, The Greenwich has expanded to include such acts as Spoken word, open mics... Read More

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

By Golly's

East

By Golly's has a fireplace and an up-to-date menu serving all of the American classics. There's always food and drinks special at By Golly's such as buy one... Read more

By Golly's has a fireplace and an up-to-date menu serving all of the American classics. There's always food and drinks special at By Golly's such as buy one get one free appetizers and karaoke every Thursday at 9. They even serve the largest burger in Cincinnati, 10 oz. of ground oh and there's a challenge to go with it.

Northside Yacht Club

Uptown

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

OTR Live

Part bar and concert venue for some of the hottest artists in Hip Hop, R&B, EDM, country and more. 

Part bar and concert venue for some of the hottest artists in Hip Hop, R&B, EDM, country and more. 

The Jazz Club at Schwartz's Point

Downtown

Oriental carpets line the walls of this intimate locale featuring a full bar & jazz performances.

Oriental carpets line the walls of this intimate locale featuring a full bar & jazz performances.

Pirate's Den

West

Sports bar with draft beers and bar food, plus weekend bands and multiple large-screen TVs.

Sports bar with draft beers and bar food, plus weekend bands and multiple large-screen TVs.

Bar at Palm Court

Downtown

Located inside the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, the Bar at Palm Court offers a relaxed menu in a breathtaking art deco setting. Enjoy creative cocktails, hand... Read more

Located inside the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, the Bar at Palm Court offers a relaxed menu in a breathtaking art deco setting. Enjoy creative cocktails, hand selected Four Roses Bourbon, and their exclusive Blank Slate Brewery seasonal beer.   Happy Hour 4:00pm to 7:00pm Live jazz Friday & Saturday 5:00pm to 1:00am

Grove Park Grille

East

Neighborhood American pub with daily specials and local beers, plus outdoor seating, TVs, and live music.

Neighborhood American pub with daily specials and local beers, plus outdoor seating, TVs, and live music.

The Comet

Uptown

A rough-and-ready hangout dishing up Mexican eats and offering a pool table and frequent live music.

A rough-and-ready hangout dishing up Mexican eats and offering a pool table and frequent live music.

Dee Felice Cafe

South > Riverfront

Dee Felice Cafe might be located in Covington's MainStrasse Village, but inside the doors, you're transported down to the Big Easy. The interior is designed with historic... Read more

Dee Felice Cafe might be located in Covington's MainStrasse Village, but inside the doors, you're transported down to the Big Easy. The interior is designed with historic New Orleans in mind, complete with live jazz and swing music Tuesday through Sunday. During the week, Dee Felice offers an extensive selection of wine,... Read More

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.

Corner Pub

North

The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the... Read more

The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the place to be on warm summer nights sitting out on the patio enjoying the quaint feel of the area. The comfortable bar is great for game days with flat screen TVs... Read More

Doc's Place

North

Doc's Place is a very quaint neighborhood bar with more than just your average bar food. They had the usual burgers and wings, but also have a dinner menu of pasta, rib... Read more

Doc's Place is a very quaint neighborhood bar with more than just your average bar food. They had the usual burgers and wings, but also have a dinner menu of pasta, rib eye steak, filet, chicken and seafood that they serve in the dining room. Stop by Wednesday-Saturday for live jazz, blues and acoustic music.

Cobblestone Tavern

North

Formerly the Cheyenne Cattle Co., Cheapshots decided to go less country and more rock. There's only a cover charge when there's a live band on some Saturdays, and you can... Read more

Formerly the Cheyenne Cattle Co., Cheapshots decided to go less country and more rock. There's only a cover charge when there's a live band on some Saturdays, and you can still order food from the Bonanza Steakhouse next door. Cheapshots features classic rock (think '70s, '80s and '90s) Fridays and Saturdays, and karaoke... Read More

The Mockbee

Downtown

Eclectic music venue and full bar.

Eclectic music venue and full bar.