Bars with Live Music in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Jocko's Pub

West

Formerly J's Sports Bar.

Formerly J's Sports Bar.

Mount Adams Pavilion

Uptown

Live bands & DJs perform at this hip dance club in a historic house with 4 decks and city views.

Live bands & DJs perform at this hip dance club in a historic house with 4 decks and city views.

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.

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.

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

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

Northside Yacht Club

Uptown

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

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

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

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

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.

The Mockbee

Downtown

Eclectic music venue and full bar.

Eclectic music venue and full bar.

Stanley's Pub

Uptown

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.

Mac's Pizza Pub

Uptown

This eatery is a lively but laid-back college hangout. Often times, students eat, drink, study or watch sports on 18 TV screens (including a massive plasma screen) There's... Read more

This eatery is a lively but laid-back college hangout. Often times, students eat, drink, study or watch sports on 18 TV screens (including a massive plasma screen) There's karaoke Tuesday and live music most weekends. Challenge your friends to a game of darts or shuffleboard. The restaurant recently had a power charging station... Read More

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Treehouse Patio Bar

Downtown

Outdoor venue offering live entertainment, local brews and custom made swings.

Outdoor venue offering live entertainment, local brews and custom made swings.

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

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.

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

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.

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. 

Awakenings Coffee - Hyde Park

Uptown

The coffeehouse/wine bar located in busy Hyde Park Square is the perfect location to settle in with a cup of coffee by day or glass of wine by night. You will be instantly... Read more

The coffeehouse/wine bar located in busy Hyde Park Square is the perfect location to settle in with a cup of coffee by day or glass of wine by night. You will be instantly impressed by the wall of wines offered because, well, it's pretty big. This European-style cafe features many different varieties of coffee, espresso and tea... Read More

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

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

Molly Malone's Irish Pub and Restaurant

South > Riverfront

Classic pub fare and lots of beers amid live music and game-watching.

Classic pub fare and lots of beers amid live music and game-watching.

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.

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.

J.B. Fin's

South > Riverfront

A seasonal outdoor bar located on the water between Beer Sellar and Hooter's, J.B. Fin's offers live entertainment every night of the week, but only from Memorial... Read more

A seasonal outdoor bar located on the water between Beer Sellar and Hooter's, J.B. Fin's offers live entertainment every night of the week, but only from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The pre- and post-Reds game ferry will make you feel slightly less guilty about enjoying their many drink specials.

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.

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.

The Public House

West

Busy late-night haunt with a patio offering brews, cocktails, pub grub, and regular live entertainment.

Busy late-night haunt with a patio offering brews, cocktails, pub grub, and regular live entertainment.

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.

Jim & Jack's on the River

West

Jim & Jacks is the tri-states home to great live country music every Friday and Saturday night featuring local, regional, and Nashville bands, free on- site parking... Read more

Jim & Jacks is the tri-states home to great live country music every Friday and Saturday night featuring local, regional, and Nashville bands, free on- site parking and a great pub style menu served on weekends til midnite.  Come visit the NEW Jim & Jacks and see what you've been missing!  We underwent a complete... Read More

Caffe Vivace

Uptown

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

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

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.