Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Scene Ultra Lounge

Downtown

Boisterous nightspot with craft beers, cocktails, DJs, a dance floor, and TVs for sports fans.

Boisterous nightspot with craft beers, cocktails, DJs, a dance floor, and TVs for sports fans.

Braxton Brewing Co.

South

From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or... Read more

From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or our new coffee roast, Starter. #LiftOneToLife

Starbucks

Uptown

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More

On the Rhine Eatery

Downtown

Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar... Read more

Located in the downtown Kroger on the second floor, you will find an array of local fare in a food hall setting, the first in Cincinnati, complete with a full-service bar and patio.  Local restaurants represented include: Eli's BBQ Dope Asian Street Fair Django Western Taco Kitchen 1883 Queen City Whip Kitchen 1883 and... Read More

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.

Lola's

Downtown

A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty... Read more

A unique blend between your favorite coffee house and local pub, proudly serving locally roasted coffee & locally brewed beers alongside as house-crafted specialty cocktails.

Pins Mechanical

Downtown

Partake in a game of duckpin bowling at this unique and fun spot in the heart of Over-the-Rhine. Pins has a full list of draft beer, fun activties such as pinball machines... Read more

Partake in a game of duckpin bowling at this unique and fun spot in the heart of Over-the-Rhine. Pins has a full list of draft beer, fun activties such as pinball machines, ping pong, foosbal and bocce ball. Stop in and enjoy one of the three levels of vast entertainment including the rooftop bar.

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.

Tokyo Kitty

Downtown

A Japanese-style karaoke bar offering private rooms and Asian-Tiki cocktails in an environment that immerses guests in the sensory culture of Tokyo.

A Japanese-style karaoke bar offering private rooms and Asian-Tiki cocktails in an environment that immerses guests in the sensory culture of Tokyo.

Primavista

West

Elegant, upscale restaurant with city views and a menu of classic, vegan, and gluten-free Italian dishes.

Elegant, upscale restaurant with city views and a menu of classic, vegan, and gluten-free Italian dishes.

Northside Country Club

West

Northside's favorite local pub! Pool table, jukebox, fries, tater tots, big screen tvs…..relax with a cold beer or cocktail!

Northside's favorite local pub! Pool table, jukebox, fries, tater tots, big screen tvs…..relax with a cold beer or cocktail!

Tano Bistro- Hamilton

North

Explore a variety of simply-crafted familiar dishes with a modern take. The rich flavors from hand-selected fresh ingredients pair perfectly with artisan beverages and... Read more

Explore a variety of simply-crafted familiar dishes with a modern take. The rich flavors from hand-selected fresh ingredients pair perfectly with artisan beverages and expertly selected wine menu. Enjoy Happy Hour Monday - Friday: 3pm - 7pm.

Tahona Kitchen + Bar

North

Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of... Read more

Tahona is a fast casual restaurant inspired by Mexican street fare and tequila, with hand-crafted food and an emphasis on fresh ingredients. The menu includes a variety of tacos, chips & salsa bar, pineapple mango guacamole, tortas, sopapillas and more. All food preparation is done in-house and the meats are slow-roasted.... Read More

Woodstone Creek Winery and Distillery

Uptown

As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings... Read more

As a true artisan winery and Ohio's first microdistillery (since 1999), Woodstone Creek produces 100-200 cases of wine, mead and distilled spirit yearly. The offerings change seasonally - Ohio grape varietals from dry to sweet, honeywine from local honey, port withpotstilled brandy and fruit wine from area farms. Woodstone... Read More

Mash Cult Brewing

South

Nano brewery out of Florence Kentucky specializing in different takes of old and new style beers. 

Nano brewery out of Florence Kentucky specializing in different takes of old and new style beers. 

Keystone Bar & Grill

Uptown

Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in... Read more

Keystone specializes in serving comfort-style fare, made fresh daily, from local ingredients when possible. In addition to an extensive menu, Keystone also specializes in craft and import beers, with over 80 different selections.The two Keystone locations share the same menus for lunch, dinner and brunch and have similar draft... Read More

Little River Bar and Grill

North

Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar... Read more

Relax and enjoy the day when you drop by Little River Bar & Grill, LLC for a delicious home-cooked meal and live music. Built in the 1800s, the building our bar resides in is a cherished piece of history, positioned in the beautiful countryside by a gorgeous 78-mile bike trail, less than 10 miles away from Lebanon, OH.

Left Bank Coffeehouse

South > Riverfront

An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.

An independent neighborhood coffee shop located on the "left bank" of both the Ohio and Licking Rivers, in Covington.

Grainworks Brewing Company

North

Micro Brewery and taproom located in West Chester.

Micro Brewery and taproom located in West Chester.

Starbucks

Uptown

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read More

Mecca

Downtown

Findlay Market Biergarten

Downtown

This OTR Biergarten is located within Findlay Market. This outdoor biergarten is sponsored by local craft brewer Christian Moerlein and offers Moerlein beers like Hudepohl... Read more

This OTR Biergarten is located within Findlay Market. This outdoor biergarten is sponsored by local craft brewer Christian Moerlein and offers Moerlein beers like Hudepohl Pure Laer, Hudy Delight, and differet local craft breweries each weekend. 

The Globe

South > Riverfront

Bar in downtown Covington featuring crafted cocktails, craft beer, and fine wines. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

Bar in downtown Covington featuring crafted cocktails, craft beer, and fine wines. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

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.

Murphy's Pub

Uptown

Free pizza! Got your attention? The management at Murphy's Pub, well aware that twenty-somethings don't always get proper nutrition, serves free pizza Monday nights. Any... Read more

Free pizza! Got your attention? The management at Murphy's Pub, well aware that twenty-somethings don't always get proper nutrition, serves free pizza Monday nights. Any other night of the week, grab some free popcorn and head back through the labyrinth of rooms that make up this bar. There's also an outdoor patio. The kind of... 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.

Sunny Blu Coffeehouse

Uptown

Serving up classic Italian epresso drink with beans roasted by La Terza Artisan Roasterie in Wyoming Cincinnati. Enjoy macchiatos, cortados, and cold and regualr brewed... Read more

Serving up classic Italian epresso drink with beans roasted by La Terza Artisan Roasterie in Wyoming Cincinnati. Enjoy macchiatos, cortados, and cold and regualr brewed coffee. 

Home Base Tavern

Uptown

Home Base Tavern has pool, custom made beer pong table, giant jenga and a jukebox. They offer karaoke on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. and free pool on Wednesdays, Thursdays and... Read more

Home Base Tavern has pool, custom made beer pong table, giant jenga and a jukebox. They offer karaoke on Tuesdays at 10 p.m. and free pool on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sunday. Happy Hour is 3-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday. Formerly Little Bit Bar.

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

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. 

Krueger's Tavern

Downtown

Stylish, seasonal New American kitchen with a menu of small & large plates and a rooftop patio.

Stylish, seasonal New American kitchen with a menu of small & large plates and a rooftop patio.

Center Bar

North

If you are looking for the best entertainment and lots of comfortable seating, the Center Bar is the place for you! It’s a full service bar with 18 flat screens and a... Read more

If you are looking for the best entertainment and lots of comfortable seating, the Center Bar is the place for you! It’s a full service bar with 18 flat screens and a GIANT SCREEN to watch all your favorite sports. With 14 in-bar game terminals, you can relax while you play without missing any of the action. They also host the... Read More

Danyelle's

South

Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for. 

Neighborhood bar in Bellevue with sports memrobilia and items dedicated to the late Danyelle's whose friends and family opened this bar for. 

Lil's Bagels

South

Cafe and bar featuring hand rolled bagels. 

Cafe and bar featuring hand rolled bagels. 

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.

Night Drop

Uptown

Located downstairs from brunch and dinner spot Branch, Night Drop is the perfect before or after dinner drink stop. 

Located downstairs from brunch and dinner spot Branch, Night Drop is the perfect before or after dinner drink stop. 

O'Bryon's Bar & Grill

Uptown

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

Classic pub grub in a casual, brick-lined space with 2 full bars, a party room, and a rooftop patio.

Streetside Brewery

Uptown

Streetside Brewery is proud to be rooted in Cincinnati's oldest neighborhood, Columbia-Tusculum. The Hickey family, Streetside Brewery founders and residents of Columbia-... Read more

Streetside Brewery is proud to be rooted in Cincinnati's oldest neighborhood, Columbia-Tusculum. The Hickey family, Streetside Brewery founders and residents of Columbia-Tusculum, strive to provide a down-to-earth experience with a selection of exceptional craft beer that's as diverse, and original, as the community they serve... Read More

Coffee Emporium

Downtown

Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.

Chill, vegetarian-friendly artisanal roaster with free WiFi and an eclectic menu of light bites.

Cork & Cap

East

Cork & Cap is a laid back wine bar and restaurant located in the historic Hyde Park Square. They offer multiple varieties of wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere.

Cork & Cap is a laid back wine bar and restaurant located in the historic Hyde Park Square. They offer multiple varieties of wine and beer in a relaxed atmosphere.

Keystone Bar & Grill

South

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Casual chain offering standard bar eats & a mac 'n' cheese menu, plus many craft beers & bourbons.

Tela Bar + Kitchen

North

Cool gastropub with artsy, industrial decor offering craft beer and updated American classics.

Cool gastropub with artsy, industrial decor offering craft beer and updated American classics.

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

Cobblestone OTR

Downtown

Adjacent to Washington Park and across the street from a streetcar stop, where the owners derived much of their inspiration for the neighborhood drinkery. There are 8... Read more

Adjacent to Washington Park and across the street from a streetcar stop, where the owners derived much of their inspiration for the neighborhood drinkery. There are 8 different beers on tap, and different selections of cans and bottles. There is also an indicator of when the streetcar is 5 minutes away from the step near the... Read More

Butterbee's Neighborhood Grill

East

Sports-themed American restaurant. The menu at Butterbee's offers a variety of the traditional American eatery: wings or tenders with a choice of six sauces, burgers,... Read more

Sports-themed American restaurant. The menu at Butterbee's offers a variety of the traditional American eatery: wings or tenders with a choice of six sauces, burgers, steaks, sandwiches and salads. The menu carries the sports theme through and through: the appetizers are "The Starting Line-up," the burgers are "Grand Slam... Read More

Arcade Legacy: Bar Edition

North

Arcade Legacy: Bar Edition combines three of your favorite things: video games, alcohol, and food! Choose from 50 arcade games and pinball machines plus classic console... Read more

Arcade Legacy: Bar Edition combines three of your favorite things: video games, alcohol, and food! Choose from 50 arcade games and pinball machines plus classic console games for NES, Super NES, Nintendo 64, and Sega Genesis. Enjoy hot dogs and nachos as you sip on a craft beer or mixed drink.

Ohio River Vista Vineyard, Winery and Research Station

East

A vineyard located 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati and specializing in organic wine making.

A vineyard located 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati and specializing in organic wine making.

The Hannaford

South > Riverfront

New cocktail lounge in the historic Mutual Building.

New cocktail lounge in the historic Mutual Building.

City View Tavern

Uptown

Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished... Read more

Appropriately named for its view of the Cincinnati skyline, City View Tavern is a traditional, unpretentious bar located in Mount Adams. The patio is the most cherished part of this little tavern because of its awesome view of the city. The burgers are said to rival those of Zip's in Mount Lookout, and the bloody Marys are... Read More

Clough Crossings

East

Relaxed eatery offering traditional American fare in an old schoolhouse with seasonal patio seating.

Relaxed eatery offering traditional American fare in an old schoolhouse with seasonal patio seating.