Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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.

Nosh

West

Delicious handmade sandwiches and a variety of snacks. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort

Delicious handmade sandwiches and a variety of snacks. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort

Taft's Brewing Co. Brewpourium

Uptown

A state-of-the-art production house and taproom featuring New Haven-style pizza.

A state-of-the-art production house and taproom featuring New Haven-style pizza.

Indian Mound Cafe

North

Relax or catch the game on one of the many TVs at this classic wood-paneled neighborhood sports bar and grill. Lots of basic pub fare plus specials every day - like fish... Read more

Relax or catch the game on one of the many TVs at this classic wood-paneled neighborhood sports bar and grill. Lots of basic pub fare plus specials every day - like fish and cheeseburger plates - will fill the tum. There are soups, wings, chicken fingers, and chili too.

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

Calle Cantina

Uptown

Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by... Read more

Calle Cantina is an authentic Mexican bar/restaurant that was brought to life by the owners of Mazunte and Sprout. The food, drink, and decor are all heavily influenced by the travels of the friends that brought this concept together. Although, the primary concept is a bar, Calle also offers authentic Mexican street food from a... Read More

Press on Monmouth

South > Riverfront

Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.

Airy, modern coffee shop and eatery with inventive breakfast and lunch offerings, espresso, and draft beer.

Listermann Brewing Company

Uptown

Listermann Brewing Co. has been producing fine lagers and ales in Cincinnati since 2008 and has operated the region's largest home brew supply store since 1995, offering... Read more

Listermann Brewing Co. has been producing fine lagers and ales in Cincinnati since 2008 and has operated the region's largest home brew supply store since 1995, offering almost everything you could want to make your own wine, beer or cheese. Also home to Triple Digit Brewing Company specializing in high-gravity craft beers,... Read More

Bardwell Winery

East

Established in 2008, Bardwell Winery currently offers nine select wines. All wines come from the very best hand picked grapes and are corked in house. Each hand crafted... Read more

Established in 2008, Bardwell Winery currently offers nine select wines. All wines come from the very best hand picked grapes and are corked in house. Each hand crafted vintage is thoroughly inspected. We offer a cozy dining area. Perfect for a nice romantic evening out, anniversary, or any other kind of private engagement.

Sammy's Craft Burgers & Beers

North

Casual sports-themed joint serving up gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and other pub grub, plus brews.

Casual sports-themed joint serving up gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and other pub grub, plus brews.

Plum Street Cafe

Downtown

Celebrating more than 25 years, this family-owned establishment is just a block from the Duke Energy Convention Center. Featuring a full bar, this restaurant is open seven... Read more

Celebrating more than 25 years, this family-owned establishment is just a block from the Duke Energy Convention Center. Featuring a full bar, this restaurant is open seven days a week.

Eddie Merlot's

North

Premium chain serving prime-aged steaks, seafood, and a lengthy wine list in plush surroundings.

Premium chain serving prime-aged steaks, seafood, and a lengthy wine list in plush surroundings.

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

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! 

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.

Yard House

Downtown

Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine,... Read more

Yard House offers 160 beer taps and an extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, serving lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. Extensive menu of American fusion cuisine, ranging from burgers and salads on up to miso sea bass and lobster garlic noodles.

Sons of Toil Brewing

East

Beer crafted and brewed on site using locally-sourced ingredients. 

Beer crafted and brewed on site using locally-sourced ingredients. 

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

Trinity Irish Pub

North

Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers,... Read more

Irish/American pub has over 20 beers on tap, and food from casual pub grub to upscale entrees. Entrees include Guinness-batter-dipped fish and chips, specialty burgers, corned beef and cabbage. Steaks come from an open wood grill, and the flatbreads from a wood-burning brick oven. Enjy live music Wednesday-Saturday, and Trivia... 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.

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.

Aster

Downtown

Full-service bar offering weekend brunch.  

Full-service bar offering weekend brunch.  

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.

The Hi-Mark

East

An easygoing, industrial cocktail and craft beer bar and restaurant inside an 1866 house with a spacious patio.

An easygoing, industrial cocktail and craft beer bar and restaurant inside an 1866 house with a spacious patio.

KnockBack Nats

Downtown

KnockBack Nats is more than just a typical sports bar. In addition to dart boards, video golf and video bowling, it also features a great jukebox. Enjoy happy hour daily... Read more

KnockBack Nats is more than just a typical sports bar. In addition to dart boards, video golf and video bowling, it also features a great jukebox. Enjoy happy hour daily between 3 and 7 p.m. Appetizers include nachos and quesadillas as well as wings and burgers for meals. This is your place if you crave cold beer and bar food.

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.

Ertel Cellars Winery

West

Located on 200 acres of fertile soil of the Indiana rolling hills, Ertel Cellars Winery has maintained its own vineyard since 1999. After several years of selling the... Read more

Located on 200 acres of fertile soil of the Indiana rolling hills, Ertel Cellars Winery has maintained its own vineyard since 1999. After several years of selling the grapes to local wineries the Ertel family decided to open their own winery and restaurant in 2006. Nestled in the lush Indiana countryside, the winery produces... Read More

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

Rock Bottom Brewery

Downtown

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

Brewpub chain offering house beers and upscale pub food and American fare.

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

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

The Casual Pint Oakley Station

Uptown

The Casual Pint Craft BeerMarket, offers a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere much like a coffee shop, with a focus on Craft Beer. Our expert 'Beer-tenders' can serve up... Read more

The Casual Pint Craft BeerMarket, offers a relaxed, family friendly atmosphere much like a coffee shop, with a focus on Craft Beer. Our expert 'Beer-tenders' can serve up Craft Beer by the pint from our tap wall, by the can or by the bottle to enjoy in our store. You can grab your beer to go with Growler Fills, Mix-A-Six Packs... Read More

Andy's Mediterranean Grille

Uptown

Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.

Bistro-like Mediterranean spot with belly dancers serving kebabs, flatbreads, and classic entrees.

Mecca

Downtown

Sky Galley

East

This East Side restaurant is located in Lunken Airport's old historic Art Deco Main Terminal Building. The patio overlooks the tarmac while the whole back side of the... Read more

This East Side restaurant is located in Lunken Airport's old historic Art Deco Main Terminal Building. The patio overlooks the tarmac while the whole back side of the restaurant is windowed so the inside eaters can see the view as well. Don't be discouraged to visit if you aren't flying anywhere, Sky Galley is a Cincinnati... Read More

10 WEST Restaurant and Bar

South > Riverfront

You can eat outside at 10 WEST, enjoying the tranquility and activity of the Ohio River. Formerly Zebo's, this Marriot Hotel restaurant opened in July 2009, serving New... Read more

You can eat outside at 10 WEST, enjoying the tranquility and activity of the Ohio River. Formerly Zebo's, this Marriot Hotel restaurant opened in July 2009, serving New American cuisine. The kitchen serves unexpected dishes. Cincinnati fans can order the Cincinnati Skillet for breakfast. It's made of goetta or fresh mett... Read More

The Stretch

Downtown

The Stretch offers ambitious cocktails, an exceptional staff, and a distinct, contemporary ambiance highlighted by its iconic 'Cincy Love' neon.

The Stretch offers ambitious cocktails, an exceptional staff, and a distinct, contemporary ambiance highlighted by its iconic 'Cincy Love' neon.

Local Post

East

Local Post is serving up tasty dishes like Cincy Fries that come with crispy goetta, american cheese, sriracha aiolo and topped with an over-easy egg. Or try Post wings,... Read more

Local Post is serving up tasty dishes like Cincy Fries that come with crispy goetta, american cheese, sriracha aiolo and topped with an over-easy egg. Or try Post wings, pizza, salads and sandwiches. 

Mio Vino Micro Winery

North

This microwinery offers unique blends and wine tastings every day. They also offer the option to make your own wine as well as paint parties and other special events.

This microwinery offers unique blends and wine tastings every day. They also offer the option to make your own wine as well as paint parties and other special events.

The Mercer

Downtown

Varied European-influcenced dishes served in a stylish venue.

Varied European-influcenced dishes served in a stylish venue.

Skeleton Root

Downtown

Working winery & event space in historic Over the Rhine, in Cincinnati OH. Located one block north of Findlay Market and the final stop of the Cincinnati Streetcar.

Working winery & event space in historic Over the Rhine, in Cincinnati OH. Located one block north of Findlay Market and the final stop of the Cincinnati Streetcar.

Darkness Brewing

South

Brewery specializing in brewing dark beer.

Brewery specializing in brewing dark beer.

House of Orange Sports Bar and Grill

South

A new bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

A new bar and grill that celebrates the ever popular FC Cincinnati soccer team.

Pearl's

East

This 100-year-old residence in the heart of Columbia Tusculum has been transformed into a popular bar that includes a 1,000 square-foot outdoor patio, second floor private... Read more

This 100-year-old residence in the heart of Columbia Tusculum has been transformed into a popular bar that includes a 1,000 square-foot outdoor patio, second floor private party room and small bites in addition to craft beer and cocktails. Enjoy happy hour 4 to 7 pm Monday-Friday and Noon to 4 pm Saturday-Sunday.

First Watch

Downtown

First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.

First class, freshly made breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant.

Stadium Sports Bar & Grill

West

Game on! Really the game is on over 30 high-definition TVs, and will be serving up an All-Star line-up of hand-tossed pizzas, smokehouse meats, juicy burgers, and an... Read more

Game on! Really the game is on over 30 high-definition TVs, and will be serving up an All-Star line-up of hand-tossed pizzas, smokehouse meats, juicy burgers, and an exhilarating game-day atmosphere. Top it off with 50 beers to choose from and it’s a whole new experience at Belterra. Located at Belterra Casino & Resort

Nine Giant Brewing

North

Brewery + Snackery in the heart of Pleasant Ridge.

Brewery + Snackery in the heart of Pleasant Ridge.

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.

Kitty's Sports Grill

Downtown

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Family-owned sports grill with fresh, quality pub food and walls decorated with sports memorabilia.

Frida 602

South

Whimsical, Frida Kahlo-inspired accents set the scene for creative Mexican eats and mezcal cocktails.

Whimsical, Frida Kahlo-inspired accents set the scene for creative Mexican eats and mezcal cocktails.