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

Northside Yacht Club

Uptown

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

Energetic gastropub featuring live music and unique cocktails.

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.

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.

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. 

Dingle House Irish Pub & Grub

North

Warm walls and stonework greet guests at this pub serving Irish and pub fare, with 100 beers and 17 TVs.

Warm walls and stonework greet guests at this pub serving Irish and pub fare, with 100 beers and 17 TVs.

The Dock Complex

Downtown

The Dock Complex is a diverse night club with a friendly atmosphere. Ages 18+ welcome.

The Dock Complex is a diverse night club with a friendly atmosphere. Ages 18+ welcome.

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! 

Caffe Vivace

Uptown

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

Enjoy jazz and coffee together at this local cafe. 

The Mockbee

Downtown

Eclectic music venue and full bar.

Eclectic music venue and full bar.

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.

Street City Pub

Downtown

Formerly O'Reilly's, Street City Pub (owned by Prime Cincinnati) provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and... Read more

Formerly O'Reilly's, Street City Pub (owned by Prime Cincinnati) provides outstanding hospitality with a neighborly atmosphere, tremendous food and drinks, and enthusiastic service. Serving up authentic Irish pub-style fare. Plus, improv every Friday night and live music on Saturdays! 

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.

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.

Fishbowl at The Banks

Downtown

Located in The Banks downtown, Fishbowl is serving up giant tropical drinks for all tastebuds. Enjoy a tropical feel when you walk in, and with a drink in your hand. The... Read more

Located in The Banks downtown, Fishbowl is serving up giant tropical drinks for all tastebuds. Enjoy a tropical feel when you walk in, and with a drink in your hand. The bar plays host to acoustic sets with DJ performances for patrons. 

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.

Mount Lookout Tavern

Uptown

Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly... Read more

Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly because of the great patio in the back and the live music four nights a week. MLT is famous for its trivia night, where contestants rack their brains to win prizes.

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.

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.

Latitudes Beechmont

East

Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time... Read more

Latitudes Restaurant and Martini Bar reopened in their new spot in Anderson Town Center. It's tapas-style approach to dining brings loyal customers back time and time again. Maybe it's pan-seared crab cakes with tarragon, lemon and roasted pepper aioli. Or perhaps your taste leans toward fried Yukon Gold potatoes with honey... Read More

Tin Roof

Downtown

Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one... Read more

Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one of a kind inspired and eclectic menu, music is not all you’ll find at The Roof. So come on in and grab a bite or two. Stick around a while for our infamous... Read More

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

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.

Coffee Exchange of Pleasant Ridge

North

If you're looking for a "pleasant" cup of coffee and a warming atmosphere than Pleasant Perk is the place for you. With live shows, yummy drinks, baked goods and monthly... Read more

If you're looking for a "pleasant" cup of coffee and a warming atmosphere than Pleasant Perk is the place for you. With live shows, yummy drinks, baked goods and monthly art shows you're sure to be satisfied. Choose a cup of one of the four hand-picked brewed coffees, a latte, cappuccino or a specialty drink such as a Creme... Read More

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

Plain Folk Cafe

East

Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.

Plain Folk Cafe, opening May 4, will feature a cafe-menu, gourmet coffee, a craft beer selection and plenty of live music. Live music will be folk/acoustic/bluegrass.

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

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.

Symphony Hotel Restaurant & Jazz Bar

Downtown

The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant features contemporary, seasonal New-American cuisine in a setting that combines stunning Italianate architecture with elegant historical... Read more

The Symphony Hotel and Restaurant features contemporary, seasonal New-American cuisine in a setting that combines stunning Italianate architecture with elegant historical furnishings. The sophisticated bar and lounge are a welcoming spot for before and after dinner drinks and for live jazz music every Thursday, Friday, and... 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

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.

Jocko's Pub

West

Formerly J's Sports Bar.

Formerly J's Sports Bar.

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

Hebron Brew Haus

South > Southwest

If it's a pizza and beer kind of night, head to Hebron Brew Haus. They've got multiple TVs and pool tables to keep you entertained, plus music on Saturdays,karaoke on... Read more

If it's a pizza and beer kind of night, head to Hebron Brew Haus. They've got multiple TVs and pool tables to keep you entertained, plus music on Saturdays,karaoke on Thursdays and a DJ or karaoke on Fridays.

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.

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.